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The Tibetan Mastiff The Tibetan Mastiff
Tibetan Mastiff
Country of Origin: Tibet
History: The Tibetan mastiff is an ancient breed that was used to ruard livestock and property in Tibetan villages, although
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 Perdiguero Navarro
Perdiguero Navarro
Alternative Names: old Spanish pointer, Navarro pointer, pachon de Victoria
Country of Origin: Spain
History: The perdiguero Navarro is believed to have been developed as early as the twelfth century. It may be the ancestor of the other pointers. Although the breed has come close to extinction several times over the centuries, it was kept alive in rural Spain. Originally used to hunt elk, it is now used as a partridge dog, capable of hunting, pointing, and retrieving birds.
Physical Description: This is a medium to large size dog. It has a large head; long rounded drop ears; pendant flews; and large, chestnut brown eyes. The split nose is a distinctive characteristic. The tail is long and curved and the dense coat may be short or long and smooth. It is liver and white or orange and white, with or without ticking.
Height: 20 to 24 inches
Weight: 55 to 66 pounds
Temperament: The perdiguero Navarro is an active and enthusiastic dog that loves to work and has great endurance.
Activity Level: High
Best Owner: It does best with an active individual or family in a rural or suburban home.
Special Needs: Exercise
Possible Health Concerns: None
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