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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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SarplaninacSarplaninacAlternative Names: Yugoslavian shepherd dog, Illyrian shepherd dog Country of Origin: Serbia and Macedonia History: The Sarplaninac is believed to have developed from Tibetan shepherd dogs that were brought from Asia to the Balkans. The descendents of these dogs have worked as flock guardians in Sarplanina, the mountainous areas of Serbia and Macedonia, for more than two thousand years. The isolation of their mountain homes kept the Sarplaninac pure. It is now kept as a flock guardian as well as a companion across Europe and in North America. Physical Description: The Sarplaninac is large, well-proportioned, and muscular dog with a body that is slightly longer than it is tall. It has a broad head with a large, black nose; dark almond shaped eyes; and V shaped drop ears. The tail is long and sabrelike. The heavy, rough coat is self-colored, ranging from white to dark gray. Some have white markings on the chest and toes. Height: 22.5 to 24 inches minimum Weight: 66 to 99 pounds Temperament: This breed is affectionate with family but wary of strangers. It makes an excellent guard and is courageous and intelligent. It is independent minded and can be dominant. Activity Level: Moderate Best Owner: This breed does best with a dog experienced owner in a suburban or rural area. Special Needs: Fenced yard, leashed, socialization Possible Health Concerns: none known Share this article on Sarplaninac with friends. 
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