By Lata Sivadasan on February 15, 2009
Health Problems:
There are no known health problems that are specific to the Artois Hound. Any health problems it may develop can be found in most other dog breeds.
Grooming:
The Artois Hound does not require a large amount of grooming. The Artois’ smooth short-haired coat is easy to look after. Just make sure the coat is [...]
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By Lata Sivadasan on January 19, 2009
Alaskan Malamute
Description:
The Alaskan Malamute is a large breed of domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) originally bred for use as an Alaskan sled dog and is often mistaken for a Siberian Husky. The physical build of the Malamute is compact with heavy bone. In this context ‘compact’ means that their height to length ratio is [...]
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By Lata Sivadasan on January 17, 2009
Alaskan Klee Kai
Other Names: AKK, Klee Kai
Type: Northern Breeds
Class: Companion
Description:
The Alaskan Klee Kai is a northern breed of dog of spitz type. The term “Klee Kai” was derived from Alaskan Athabaskan words meaning “small dog”. The breed was developed to create a companion sized version of the Alaskan Husky, resulting in an energetic, [...]
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By Lata Sivadasan on December 8, 2008
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 [...]
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By Lata Sivadasan on December 7, 2008
Other Names: Akbas
Description:
The Akbash is a large dog, though leaner than other Turkish guard dog breeds, and has a distinct white coat, long legs, and feathered curved tail. It possesses characteristics of both mastiffs and sight hounds. Thought the breed is often referred to as a sheep dog, it is designed to live [...]
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By Lata Sivadasan on December 2, 2008
Other Names: Waterside Terrier, Oorang
Description:
The Airedale Terrier is a breed of the terrier type, originating in Airedale, Yorkshire, England. It was traditionally called the “King of Terriers” because before the creation of the Black Russian Terrier by the KGB in Russia, the Airedale was the largest of the terrier breeds. They are sturdy, [...]
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By Lata Sivadasan on November 30, 2008
Aidi
Other Names: Chien de l’Atlas, Atlas Sheepdog, Atlas Mountain Dogs, Kabyle Dog, Atlas Shepherd Dog, and Chien de Montagne de l’Atlas
Type: Flock Guard Dog
Description:
The Aidi or Chien de l’Atlas is a very rare Moroccan dog breed, used as a flock guard in order to protect herds of sheep and goats, since [...]
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By Jeev Sahadevan on October 26, 2008
DOG BREEDS
DOG The dog is one of the most popular pets in the world. It ordinarily loyal to a considerate master,and because of this the dog has been called man’s best friend,Class distinctions between people have no part in a dog’s life.It can be a faithful companion to either rich or poor.
People in the city [...]
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By Jeev Sahadevan on October 2, 2008
Its not long ago we were talking about Dogs and their breeds, but to think of it, it did make a lot of sense to dedicate a category for only Dog Breeds. We had a list of 120 Dog breeds of which we had information about. Some were really good and worth an extensive review. [...]
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