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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...The Aryan MolossusOnce a Warrior, Today a Loyal Companion and a Family-Protector Should you ever decide that you need a big dog, with an imposing posture, which can look threatening and majestic at the same time, the Aryan Molossus is definitely one breed that you must take into consideration. The Armant The Egyptian Dog with a Lot of Love to Give To some of you, the Armant is better known as the “Egyptian Sheepdog” and, just as the name suggests it, it was bred to be a herding dog. However, in ancient times, it was used mostly as a guard dog. This breed is originally from Egypt and named after the town of Armant. Its loyalty and agility are the two main characteristics which make this dog special. The Atlas Terrier The Small Dog With a Massive Dose of Energy At a glimpse, the Atlas Terrier can be easily mistaken with the Jack Russell Terrier. However, there are some differences that may help you tell these two cousins apart. Before deciding to buy or adopt a dog of this breed, there are some things that you have to take into consideration. Unfortunately, this is quite a rare breed of dogs in our days. Anglos-Francaises de Petite Venerie It Is Impossible Not to Love Them Anglos-Francaises de Petite Venerie are the smallest dogs in the Anglos-Francais category. However, the name „Petite”, meaning „small”, is not at all referring to the size of the dogs, but to the game they are after. Even if they've been around since the 16th century, today, these dogs are not easy to find. So if you have decided to adopt one, you can be sure that you will have a unique pet. |
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The American BulldogAmerican BulldogCountry of Origin: Great Britain History: The bulldog was originally a cattle drover and home and property guardian. Later, it was used for the blood sport of bull baiting. In Great Britain, the bulldog dogs evolved into the modern companion bulldog when bull baiting was made illegal. However, imports of the prototype bulldog continued to be bred true in the U.S. These dogs were used for a variety of work on farms and ranches but came close to extinct by WW II. A returning veteran worked to revive the breed, which is now called the American bulldog. The breed continues to be used as a working dog as well as a companion. Physical Description: The American bulldog is large, powerful, and well boned. The head is large and broad with a wide muzzle, powerful jaws, and strong chin. The large nose can be of any color and the ears are small to medium sized and can be drop, semi-erect, tulip or cropped erect. It has large, round eyes, a muscular neck, and a tail that can be docked or left long. The short, smooth coat comes in any color, pattern or combination of colors, such as red brindle, all other brindles, white, red or fawn. The only colors not permitted are solid black, solid blue, and tricolor. Height: 20 to 27 inches Weight: 60 to 125 inches Temperament: The American bulldog is an assertive dog that is gentle and loving with its family but aggressive toward intruders and fearless with bulls. It is intelligent, sensitive and generally quite calm. Activity Level: High Best Owner: The American bulldog requires a dog-experienced owner with time for training and socialization. This breed can be good with older children, if well socialized, but generally should only be housed with one dog of the opposite sex. Special Needs: attention, fenced yard, leashed, socialization, training Possible Health Concerns: eye problems, hip dysplasia, parvovirus, skin allergies Share this article on The American Bulldog with friends. 
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