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Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Australian Dogs Australian DogsTop Breeds in Australia *by Australian National Kennel Council registration between 1994 and 2004 1. German Shepherd dog 2. Labrador retriever The Estrela Mountain Dog The Estrela Mountain Dog Estrela Mountain Dog Alternative Names: cao da Serra da Estrela, Portuguese mountain dog Country of Origin: Portugal History: The Estrela mountain dog is an ancient breed, reputed to be the oldest breed of the Iberan Peninsula. It was The Entlebucher The Entlebucher Entlebucher Alternative Names: Entlebuch mountain dog, Entlebucher cattle dog, Entlebucher sennenhund Country of Origin: Switzerland History: The Entlebucher is the smallest of four Swiss dogs developed from a cross of Roman mastiffs and local Swiss The Dogue de Bordeaux The Dogue de Bordeaux Dogue de Bordeaux Alternative Names: French Mastiff Country of Origin: France History: This ancient breed was developed from Roman mastiffs. The dogue de Bordeaux is one of France’s oldest |
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The Large MunsterlanderLarge MunsterlanderAlternative Names: grosser Munsterlander vorstehund Country of Origin: Germany History: The large Munsterlander is a cross of pointers, wachtelhunds and stoberhunds, all believed to be descended from the bird and hawk dogs used in the Middle Ages. The breed was developed in the West Munsterland, Germany, and is a cousin of the small Munsterlander and German longhaired pointer. It only became a separate breed in the early twentieth century and is differentiated from the longhaired pointer by its black and white coloring. Physical Description: This is a medium to large-size, muscular, and square-shaped dog. It has a long head with a black nose and dark eyes. The drop ears are broad and set high and the tail is long. The medium-length, sleek coat is white with black patches or blue roan, with feathering on the legs, tail and ears. Height: 23 to 26 inches Weight: 50 to 65 pounds Temperament: The large Munsterlander is active and easygoing. It is friendly with almost everyone, including children and other animals and is highly trainable. It tends to vocalize. Activity Level: High Best Owner: It does best with an active family in a rural or suburban environment. Special Needs: exercise, grooming Possible Health Concerns: hip dysplasia |
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