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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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All You Need to Know about Small DogsIf you have decided to buy or adopt a dog, but you are afraid a mid-sized or large dog would cause you trouble, the option available to you consists of small dogs. Such little furry friends are just as fun (and maybe even more) as bigger-sized canine companions, and they can enlighten your days with their playful behavior, without causing you too much trouble.Small dogs are considered to be those that weigh less that 22lbs and are shorter than 16 inches. The Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog, whereas the „tallest” of the small breeds is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Although some dogs may weigh or be more robust than others (such as miniature bull terriers), they are still included in the small-sized breeds. What you should not forget is the fact that small-sized breeds (just like any dog breed) possess different behaviors and physical traits based on their genes, so if you plan on getting a dog just because you like how it looks, you should reconsider your choice. Shedding As petite dogs are usually indoor pets, before choosing your new animal companion you should make sure it does not shed too much, unless you want to broom or vacuum around the house every single day. The shedding matter is complex when it comes to small dog breeds. While some may not lose a single hair, others shed tons and tons of hairs. Moderate shedding small dogs (such as the Shih Tzu) will leave little hair around the house, but you will have a much larger variety to choose from than if you want to get a non-shedding dog. Training Because of the different characteristics each breed possesses, small dogs can be trained in an unspecified amount of time. Some may need more time to learn the commands other breeds learn within days. It is all a matter of genetics when it comes to this. It is up to you to decide if you want a dog that is a slow learner or you are more pleased with a fast learner that can pick up more commands in a shorter period of time. Grooming Some breeds require very little maintenance which means almost no cleaning and grooming. Other dogs will have to be brushed regularly, in order for their fur to keep its brightness and health intact. Do not adopt a dog unless you are sure you can provide them with everything they need in order to be happy and healthy. Now that you have an idea on what it means to own a small-sized pet, you can make up your mind about the cute furry friend you want to bring home. You have a great number of options to go through. Any of the small dogs present in dog shelters and adoption agencies will be more than happy to accompany you home - and you will have the satisfaction that you saved a life when you have chosen your new canine friend. Share this article on All You Need to Know about Small Dogs with friends. 
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