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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Brevarian Mountain Hound Brevarian Mountain HoundBrevarian Mountain Hound Alternative Names: Bayrischer gebirgsschweisshund Country of Origin: Germany History: The Bavarian mountain hound is descended from the bloodhound-like Hanoverian schweisshunds and Bavarian Hurricane Fay hits Florida Hurricane Fay hits Florida Hurricane Fay hits Florida, be prepared!!! PREPERATION BEFORE THE DISASTER Make sure that your pets are current on their vaccinations. Many shelters which accept pets may require proof of vaccines, in the form of vet records and or vaccination tags Basset Hound Basset Hound Basset Hound Country of Origin: France History: The basset hound was developed in 16th century France from a dwarf version of the Saint Hubert hound. It Basset Fauve de Bretagne Basset Fauve de Bretagne Basset Fauve de Bretagne Alternative Names: Fawn Brittany basset Country of Origin: France History: This dog was developed from the griffon fauve de Bretagne and was popular in the region of Brittany during the |
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Neapolitan MastiffNeapolitan MastiffAlternative Names: mastino Napoletano, Italian mastiff, Neo Country of Origin: Italy History: The Neapolitan mastiff is a descendant of the ancient mastiff war dogs used in the Middle East and by the Romans. It was developed as a versatile working dog, used as a herder, flock guardian, drafting dog, hunter, guard, and companion. Despite the breed’s antiquity, it has only been officially recognized since after WW II; Neapolitan mastiffs didn’t reach other parts of Europe and North America until the 1970’s. Physical Description: The Neapolitan mastiff is a large, strong, powerful dog that is longer than it is tall. It has a massive, flat head that is covered with wrinkles and the muzzle is a wide and deep with heavy lips, causing the front of the mouth to look like an inverted V. It has deep-set eyes and a large nose. The small, triangular-shaped drop ears are cropped erect or left natural. The thick tail is docked to about two-thirds its length. The skin is loose, especially on the head, and the coat is smooth and short. It may be gray, lead, black or mahogany, tawny, tawny stag, or a brindle of any of these colors. Brown, pale, gray, and cream are accepted but not preferred. There may be small, white patches on the chest or toes. It has a distinctive lumbering, bear-like gait. Height: 23.5 to 29.5 inches Weight: 110 to 154 pounds Temperament: This is a strong, protective dog that is loyal to family. It is calm but independent-minded. Activity Level: Low Best Owner: It does best in a rural or suburban home with a dog-experienced owner who isn’t fastidious. Special Needs: Financial ability to meet giant size needs, protection from hot weather, socialization, supervision with children, training Possible Health Concerns: Cherry eye, heart problems, hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism, immune system disorder, sensitivity to heat |
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