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Understanding Pug Health Problems

December 6th, 2010 · No Comments · Breeds, Health, Pets

Understanding pug dog health risk can actually save the life of your best friend, and if you are a dog lover you probably know that all dogs have certain health problems that need to be looked out for, especially when a dog gets into its older years, therefore if you know the specific risks for [...]

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The Boxer

April 7th, 2009 · 3 Comments · Breeds

The Boxer has its roots in Germany.  They can be traced back to the sixteenth century and to two types of mastiff dogs known as Bullenbeiszer and Barenbeiszer.  These breeds were then crossed with a Native Bavarian dog and then mated with an English bulldog.  This is believed to be the beginning of the Boxer [...]

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The Doberman

January 28th, 2009 · No Comments · Breeds

The Doberman Pinscher was developed in the 19th century by German dogcatcher Louis Dobermann. He developed this breed using such dogs as the Rottweiler, Greyhound, Manchester terrier and other breeds, to guard his house. The Doberman is a member of the working group. The male stands 26 to 28 inches at the withers and weighs [...]

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The Border collie

January 13th, 2009 · 2 Comments · Breeds

The Border collie is one of the smartest dogs in the world. They originated on the border between England and Scotland thus the name Border collie. They have been used as a working dog for more than 200 years and two of their most outstanding characteristics are their eyes and their style. There is a [...]

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Affenpinscher

August 7th, 2008 · No Comments · Breeds

The Affenpinscher is a small dog belonging to the AKC Toy Group.  They originated in Europe and can be traced back as far as the seventeenth century.  They were original bred to hunt and eliminate rodents in grainaries, stables and kitchens throughout Germany.  This breeding is what probably led to their high activity level and [...]

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