February 2009
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By Lata Sivadasan on February 28, 2009
Health Problems:
Some of the health problems that the Basenji is prone to getting are:
Fanconi syndrome, an inheritable disorder in which the kidneys fail to reabsorb electrolytes and nutrients, is unusually common in Basenjis. Symptoms include excessive drinking, excessive urination, and glucose in the urine, which may lead to a misdiagnosis of diabetes.
Basenjis sometimes carry a [...]
Posted in Basenji | Tagged Basenji, basenjis
By Lata Sivadasan on February 28, 2009
Temperament:
The Basenji is alert, affectionate, energetic, and curious and reserved with strangers. The Basenji is somewhat aloof, but can also form strong bonds with people. Basenjis should not be trusted with non-canine pets. It is usually patient, but does best with older considerate handlers. They like to chew, so giving them lots of toys of [...]
Posted in Basenji | Tagged Basenji, basenjis, canine pets, meerkat, wet weather, wire fences
By Lata Sivadasan on February 28, 2009
Other Names: African Bush Dog, African Barkless Dog, Ango Angari, Avuvi, Congo Dog, Zande Dog, Egyptian or African Dingo.
Group: Hound
Description:
Basenjis are small, elegant-looking, short-haired dogs with erect ears, a tightly curled tail, and a graceful neck. Some people consider their appearance similar to that of a miniature deer. Basenji eyes are typically almond [...]
Posted in Basenji | Tagged Basenji, basenjis, bush dog, short haired dogs
By Lata Sivadasan on February 28, 2009
Other Names: French Water Dog, Griffon d’Arret a Foil Laineux
Group: Sporting
Description:
The Barbet is a medium-sized prototypic water dog, with a long, woolly and curly coat. The accepted colours of the breed are solid black, brown, fawn, grey, pale fawn, white or more or less pied. Grey and white are extremely rare, the most [...]
Posted in Barbet | Tagged barbet dog, hounds, sporting dogs, water dogs
By Lata Sivadasan on February 28, 2009
Description:
The Bandog is a rugged dog, heavily boned and muscled, intimidating when seen and is ferocious when provoked. They have a broad skull and a strong muzzle that is medium to long depending on the strain. They have wide shoulder, powerful chest, great agility, and intelligence. They are very well controlled dogs.
History:
The term Bandog [...]
Posted in Bandog | Tagged agility, bandogge, dogs history, intelligence, middle england
By Lata Sivadasan on February 28, 2009
Other Names: Kashmir Sheepdog, Bakarwal Mastiff, Kashmiri Bakharwal Dog, Gujjar Watchdog, Bakarwal Gujjar Dog, Kashmiri Mastiff
Description:
The Bakharwal Dog is an ancient working breed of dog found in the Pir Panjal mountain range of the Kashmir Himalayas, where it has been bred for many centuries by the Gujjar nomadic tribes as a livestock guardian dog [...]
Posted in Bakharwal Dog | Tagged european descendants, himalayas, livestock guardian, mastiff, molossers, pir panjal, these dogs
By Lata Sivadasan on February 28, 2009
Health Problems:
Azawakh have no known incidence of hip dysplasia. There is a small occurrence of adult-onset idiopathic epilepsy in the breed. Wobbler disease or cervical vertebral instability does rarely occur.
Grooming:
The smooth, short-haired coat is very easy to groom. Simply comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and dry shampoo only when necessary. This [...]
Posted in Azawakh | Tagged adult onset, bristle brush, dry shampoo, epilepsy, hip dysplasia
By Lata Sivadasan on February 28, 2009
Temperament:
Azawakh have high energy and tremendous endurance. They are excellent training companions for runners and are nearly impervious to heat. They will happily run in weather over 100 degrees Fahrenheit that would kill a Greyhound. Many Azawakh detest rain and cold weather. They love to dig holes in the garden, which is great exercise for [...]
Posted in Azawakh | Tagged cold climates, cold weather, endurance, intense bond
By Lata Sivadasan on February 28, 2009
Other Names: Idi, Hanshee, Oska, Rawondu, Bareeru, Wulo, (formerly) Tuareg Sloughi
Group:
Description:
The Azawakh’s natural beauty is austere and architectural, sharply contrasting the arabesque loveliness of the Saluki, or the rather somber dignity of the Sloughi. Its short, flat back atop long legs accentuates his lofty bearing, and his hips appear higher than the withers. [...]
Posted in Azawakh | Tagged Azawakh, guard dogs, long legs, sighthound
By Lata Sivadasan on February 28, 2009
Health Problems:
The Austrian Pinscher can suffer from hip dysplasia, and they do have a heart condition that it hereditary.
Grooming:
The Austrian Pinscher has a short, hard double coat that needs only occasional brushing. Bathing should only be done when necessary. They have an all-weather double coat and natural oils that moisturize their skin, keeping their [...]
Posted in Austrian Pinscher | Tagged Austrian Pinscher, detriment, dirt, face legs, hip dysplasia, weather