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Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...The Tibetan Mastiff The Tibetan MastiffTibetan 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 Black Russian TerrrierBlack Russian TerrrierAlternative Names: blackies Country of Origin: Russia History: The black Russian terrier was first developed in 1930 by the Russian military from a cross of rottweiler, giant schnauzer, and Airedale to serve as a multi-purpose worker. They have been used as guards, herders and sled dogs. Physical Description: This is a powerful, large-size, muscular dog that is only slightly longer than it is tall. The head is long with a flat skull and a powerful, wedge-shaped muzzle with a black nose. The eyes are small and dark and the drop ears are short and triangular. The chest is deep. The double coat ranges from 1.5 to 4 inches in length and covers the entire body. There is a dense undercoat and wiry short or medium-length outer coat. Shorthaired dogs have straight hair while medium haired dogs have wiry hair with a beard, eyebrows, and mustache. The coat may be black or black with gray hairs. Height: 26 to 30 inches Weight: no standard available Temperament: The black Russian terrier is an alert and energetic dog that is affectionate and gentle with family but protective and wary with strangers. It is stable and quite adaptable. Activity Level: High Best Owner: The black Russian terrier requires a dog-experienced owner. It is adaptable to city, suburban, or country life as long as it is provided ample exercise. Special Needs: Attention, grooming, socialization Possible Health Concerns: Eye problems, hip and elbow dysplasia |
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