Articles, tagged with "purebred dogs", page 5
05th May 2009
Today, dog breeds accepted by kennel clubs abide by very strict standards. Despite the fact that these standards are so stringent, they are subtle,to the extent of being invisible to some people. Even when you go to a dog breeder, and demand from him or h...
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Author:
ferd2009
17th April 2009
By virtue, pedigree brings pride to the owners. This is because a pedigree denotes authenticity and lineage. Purebred animals are offspring of like animals. For example, a Labrador retriever is mated with a Labrador Retriever. They usually exhibit simila...
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Author:
kath panambo
15th April 2009
What is the International Dog Breeders Society (IDBS)?
The IDBS was created as a free online service where breeders and owners of purebred dogs can showcase their purebred dogs pedigree without limitation to how far back they can be traced but is in no...
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Author:
dogger
09th April 2009
A hypoallergenic giant schoodle is a mix between a giant schnauzer and a standard poodle. This means that the dogs are medium size and have short hair, which is why they are considered good for those who suffer from allergies. Since they are a new breed o...
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Author:
John Singleson
28th March 2009
The Schnoodle, which is considered by some to be hypoallergenic, is the result of breeding Giant Schnauzers and Standard Poodles. Depending on how they are bred, the Schnoodle may or may not be hypoallergenic. This is because if two dogs that are differen...
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Author:
John Singleson
21st January 2009
Before we start let me just declare my view which is that a mixed breed dog can be a wonderful addition to a family. They typically cost much less than the purebreds, and they are usually unique and delightful dogs.
A mixed breed dog is what is common...
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Author:
Steve Last
20th January 2009
If "fashionistas" are obsessed with brand names, some dog lovers are hooked on dog breeds. This is because purebred dogs are expensive and belong to the higher level of this particular species.
Generally, dog breeds were incorporated to give distincti...
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Author:
John Samson
09th January 2009
Cardiomyopathy refers to disease of the heart muscle (the myocardium) without malformation of the heart or its valves. The term cardiomyopathy literally means "sick heart muscle." There is a breed predisposition to dilated cardiomyopathy in giant breed...
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Author:
hannah
27th November 2008
If you suspect that your dog is suffering from mange, you should do something about it immediately. As a responsible pet owner, you cannot just leave your dog to the mercy of these microscopic parasites that could thrive, duplicate, and infest the skin an...
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Author:
CristianStan
24th November 2008
You've finally decided you want to get a dog, but how do you go about choosing a dog breed that will fit your personality and lifestyle. There are over 400 different dog breeds to choose from. You need to consider more than the outward appearance when pic...
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Author:
Lamar Deane
10th April 2008
You are probably aware that there is insurance available for almost everything, and the family pet is no exception. People might think that pet insurance is a needless frivolity only to be indulged in by the overly rich or the overly lonely, those people ...
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Author:
Rob Parker
27th March 2008
Getting a new puppy is so much fun, and Rottweiler puppies are so adorable, you'll be tempted to choose the first puppy you pick up at your breeder's. Resist that impulse, and take a measured approach to selecting your Rottweiler puppy. After all, getting...
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Author:
Sharon Davies
06th February 2008
The Chukchi tribe from northeastern Asia first bred Siberian Husky purebred dogs as sleigh dogs. In the year 1909, huge numbers of these dogs were brought to Alaska for the purpose of competing in the All Alaska Sweepstakes race. The Alaskan dog drivers t...
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Author:
Andrew Preston
01st February 2008
If you're considering adopting or buying a small dog with a good temperament, you might consider the Affen Poo. The Affen Poo is actually a mixed breed, a cross between an Affenpinscher and a Poodle. Some Affen Poos are considered designer breeds. An Affe...
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Author:
Dean Burton
28th January 2008
Could that little perky dog in the local animal shelter actually be a purebred Yorkshire Terrier? Most likely, yes. The Humane Society of the United States estimates that twenty-five percent of all animals given up to shelters are purebreds. One of the ad...
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Author:
Susan Bailey