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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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ScenthoundsScenthoundsScenthounds were developed in Europe and North America to track and pinpoint prey. Some were specifically developed to trail injured prey while others were developed to tree prey, driving raccoons or opossums into trees and keeping them there while alerting the hunters by baying. Because of this background they ten to be very vocal and can make unpopular neighbors in apartments. The entire makeup of a hound is bound to hunting, even the long ears and facial wrinkles are said to help catch and direct scent. Hounds were traditionally hunted in packs so they get along well with other dogs. They also work closely with people so they are almost universally friendly. They are rarely sharp dogs and are largely dependable with children and playful puppies alike. While many of the hounds are large and leggy, there are several dwarf varieties, including the basset hound and dachshund. Despite their small size, they retain hunting traits of their larger cousins. They can be equally vocal and one-minded when given the opportunity. Hounds have special health issues. They are prone to ear infections because of their long ears and skin infections because their heavily wrinkling and loose skin. They also suffer from disc and spinal problems in the dwarf breeds. Owners should clean the ears and skin folds regularly. Share this article on Scenthounds with friends. 
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