http://www.yashban.com Sun, 04 Jan 2009 09:18:43 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Health Problems: The Alapahas is from a very limited bloodline, all stemming from one kennel and one stud dog named Otto. There is, therefore, concern among breeders regarding genetic conditions that may occur with line breeding and inbreeding. Careful monitoring of the rare breed has largely prevented this from becoming an ... http://www.yashban.com/2009/01/alapaha-blue-blood-bulldog-health-problems/ Grooming: Grooming the Alapahas is very simple as their short, dense and rather coarse coat is easy to care for. All that is required is regular twice a week grooming with a stiff bristle brush or a rubberized grooming mitt. Grooming mitts are very easy to use as they slip on ... http://www.yashban.com/2009/01/alapaha-blue-blood-bulldog-grooming-and-training/ Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog Other Names: Otto. Group: Mastiff. Type: Companion.   Description: The Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog (ABBB) or Otto is an American rare dog breed, developed in the Alapaha River region of Southern Georgia. These dogs exhibit all the bulldog features except in a more exaggerated form. They are taller and leggier than most ... http://www.yashban.com/2009/01/alapaha-blue-blood-bulldog/ Health Problems: Alano Espanols are an extremely hardy breed, as they were created for hard work and rough living conditions. They are not prone to any serious injuries, nor do they snore, slobber, or drool. They have excellent immune systems and make quick recoveries from most illnesses. The Alano is one ... http://www.yashban.com/2008/12/alano-espanol-health-and-grooming/ Temperament: Alano Espanols are very serious and domineering, but they can be controllable. They are very kind, protective, and gentle with their families, and they are patient and good with children. They are reliable, stable, very obedient and bark very little. However, strangers make them nervous, and they are capable of ... http://www.yashban.com/2008/12/alano-espanol-behaviour/ Alano Espanol Other Names: Spanish Bulldog and Spanish Alano. Group: Mastiff. Description: The Alano Espanol is a molosser (a large sturdy dog whose origins are in Molossia). It has a primitive appearance whose general physiology is suitable for running at high speeds for long periods of time and firmly holding wild ... http://www.yashban.com/2008/12/alano-espanol/ Alangu Mastiff Other Names: Alangu, Indian Alangu Mastiff, Indian Mastiff, Sindh Mastiff. Description: The Alangu Mastiff is a tall breed with a noble carriage and short coat. The flat coat is very short and usually solid brown, red or brindle. The muzzle is black and the skin around their neck and mouth ... http://www.yashban.com/2008/12/alangu-mastiff/ Health Problems: Some of the health conditions known to affect this breed include: Canine Herpes, a strain of the Herpes virus that happens to affect canines. Gastric Dilitation Volvulus (GDV), a condition associated with bloat. Excess gas trapped in the dog's stomach causes "bloat." Twisting of the stomach (volvulus or "torsion") causes or ... http://www.yashban.com/2008/12/akita-inu-health-issues/ Grooming: The coarse, stiff, thick and short coat of the dog needs much attention, you should brush it regularly and much more attention needs to be paid when the dog casts its coat twice a year. They should be brushed with a firm bristle brush and only bathed when it is ... http://www.yashban.com/2008/12/akita-inu-grooming-and-training/ Temperament: The Japanese Akita Inu is a loyal, docile and aloof pet. It is very laid back, and has an easy-going temperament when well raised. They are excellent housedogs, as they are clean and quiet, and only bark when there is something to bark about. They are intelligent, courageous and fearless ... http://www.yashban.com/2008/12/akita-inu-behavior/