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Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Scenthounds ScenthoundsScenthounds Scenthounds were developed in Europe and North America to track and pinpoint prey. Some were specifically developed to trail injured prey while others were developed 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 PointerPointerAlternative Name: English Pointer Country of Origin: Great Britain History: The pointer was developed in the late seventeenth century in England to be used when hunting with the slow-loading flintlock gun. Hunters needed a dog that could stay on point until they were ready to shoot. It is unclear whether the pointer was originally developed in Spain, Britain, or somewhere else. Some believe it was developed at the same time in several countries. The breed is probably a cross of foxhounds, greyhounds, and bloodhounds. The working ability rather than looks are most important to fanciers. Physical Description: The pointer is a large, muscular, square-shaped dog. The long, well chiseled head is rectangular with a long muzzle that is equal in length to the width of the skull. There is a brown or black nose (it can be lighter in lighter colored dogs) and drop ears. The tail is naturally short and carried slightly higher than the topline. The short, smooth coat is liver, lemon, black, orange, or a combination of colors. Height: 23 to 28 inches Weight: 45 to 75 pounds Temperament: It is a friendly, even-tempered, hardworking, and enthusiastic. It gets along well with children and other dogs but likes to run and has a strong prey drive. Activity Level: High Best Owner: It does best in an active rural home where it is allowed to participate in a job or activity. Special Needs: Exercise, fenced yard, job or activity, leashed Possible Health Concerns: deafness, eye disorders |
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