Animal Shelter Daily Pet Tip Archive
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The Boerboel
Canine Guardian Angels – The Boerboel as a Guard Dog and a Pet
Even though the Boerboel might not seem like such an exotic dog at first sight, it is in fact a South African dog, the only dog originating from that area that was bred for defending purposes. This dog goes as far back as the Middle Ages, but its breeding history is a complete mystery, with many participating local breeds, as well as French, English and Dutch breeds, brought by the colonists. Unfortunately, the breeding of this specimen has become much of a business ...Read More...
Even though the Boerboel might not seem like such an exotic dog at first sight, it is in fact a South African dog, the only dog originating from that area that was bred for defending purposes. This dog goes as far back as the Middle Ages, but its breeding history is a complete mystery, with many participating local breeds, as well as French, English and Dutch breeds, brought by the colonists. Unfortunately, the breeding of this specimen has become much of a business ...Read More...
The Bluetick Coonhound
The Hound with a Nose for Love
The Bluetick Coonhound is a dynamic, surprising dog, with a very interesting and challenging demeanor, due to its very tumultuous breeding history. This breed originates from the Louisiana state; it is difficult to mention how many other breeds participated in the making of this new specimen. What is certain is that this dog is, above everything else, an interesting and inspiring dog, a fact which can be easily noticed in how popular this breed is in fiction – just look ...Read More...
The Bluetick Coonhound is a dynamic, surprising dog, with a very interesting and challenging demeanor, due to its very tumultuous breeding history. This breed originates from the Louisiana state; it is difficult to mention how many other breeds participated in the making of this new specimen. What is certain is that this dog is, above everything else, an interesting and inspiring dog, a fact which can be easily noticed in how popular this breed is in fiction – just look ...Read More...
The Blue Picardy Spaniel
The Fuzzy Friend You Always Wanted
Amongst the many attractive breed variations derived from the Picardy Spaniel, one of the most interesting ones has got to be the Blue Picardy Spaniel. This is a cross between the authentic Picardy Spaniel and the English Setter, and it originated in the mid 1800s in France. However, most of the traits of this dog’s personality and appearance were passed on by the Picardy Spaniel, hence the name of the new breed. ...Read More...
Amongst the many attractive breed variations derived from the Picardy Spaniel, one of the most interesting ones has got to be the Blue Picardy Spaniel. This is a cross between the authentic Picardy Spaniel and the English Setter, and it originated in the mid 1800s in France. However, most of the traits of this dog’s personality and appearance were passed on by the Picardy Spaniel, hence the name of the new breed. ...Read More...
The Blue Lacy
Turn Your Home into a Complete One with a Trusty Companion
The Texan Blue Lacy dog is possibly one of the best breeds out there if you are looking for a reliable partner and companion for your outdoor activities. It is no wonder that this dog is considered the state dog of Texas. This particular canine is not merely your average pet, he is in fact a working dog, which means that the entire breed was brought up to assist humans with a diverse number of chores. Not only are these dogs not lazy, but they actually need a job in ...Read More...
The Blue Heeler
The Restless and Agile Working Dog
The Blue Heeler appears under many names and is recognized by a handful of official institutions. You can also refer to it as the Australian Heeler, the Australian Cattle Dog, Hall’s Heeler, Queensland Heeler, Australischer Treibhund, or simply ACD. The institutions that recognize the breed include the North American Purebred Registry, Inc. (NAPR), the Dog Registry of America, Inc. (DRA), the Kennel Club of Great Britain (KCGB), the American Kennel Club (AKC), the ...Read More...
The Blue Heeler appears under many names and is recognized by a handful of official institutions. You can also refer to it as the Australian Heeler, the Australian Cattle Dog, Hall’s Heeler, Queensland Heeler, Australischer Treibhund, or simply ACD. The institutions that recognize the breed include the North American Purebred Registry, Inc. (NAPR), the Dog Registry of America, Inc. (DRA), the Kennel Club of Great Britain (KCGB), the American Kennel Club (AKC), the ...Read More...
The Bloodhound
One of the Most Well-Known and Popular Breeds
The Bloodhound (also known as the Sleuth Hound or the Saint Hubert Hound) is clearly one of the most well-known breeds of dogs on the face of the Earth. Think of the following characters and try to find out what they have in common: Pluto, Trusty from Lady and the Tramp, Napoleon from The Aristocats, and Bruno in Cinderella? That is right, they are all bloodhounds. ...Read More...
The Bloodhound (also known as the Sleuth Hound or the Saint Hubert Hound) is clearly one of the most well-known breeds of dogs on the face of the Earth. Think of the following characters and try to find out what they have in common: Pluto, Trusty from Lady and the Tramp, Napoleon from The Aristocats, and Bruno in Cinderella? That is right, they are all bloodhounds. ...Read More...
Bleus de Gascogne
The Enthusiastic Hunter That Loves His Pack
The Bleus de Gascogne (Blue Gascony Hound) is an ancient breed, thought to be a descendant of the Saint Hubert Hound. These dogs come from France and are very important in the general development of other breeds of hounds. There are two main subcategories: the Small Blue Gascony Hound and the Great Blue Gascony Hound. The first, after almost facing extinction, is currently becoming more and more popular. Also, there is the Blue Gascony Basset, a subspecies whose exact ...Read More...
The Bleus de Gascogne (Blue Gascony Hound) is an ancient breed, thought to be a descendant of the Saint Hubert Hound. These dogs come from France and are very important in the general development of other breeds of hounds. There are two main subcategories: the Small Blue Gascony Hound and the Great Blue Gascony Hound. The first, after almost facing extinction, is currently becoming more and more popular. Also, there is the Blue Gascony Basset, a subspecies whose exact ...Read More...
The Black Russian Terrier
A Very Special Pet for Special Loving Owners
The Black Russian Terrier, commonly abbreviated BRT and also known as “Stalin’s dog”, was developed in the former USSR and is quite rare outside the former Republic.
However, recently, it became quite popular outside the Russian borders. There is even an American organization, the BRT Club of America (BRTCA), dedicated to the breed. It was officially bred as a guard and police dog and, despite the ...Read More...
The Black Russian Terrier, commonly abbreviated BRT and also known as “Stalin’s dog”, was developed in the former USSR and is quite rare outside the former Republic.
However, recently, it became quite popular outside the Russian borders. There is even an American organization, the BRT Club of America (BRTCA), dedicated to the breed. It was officially bred as a guard and police dog and, despite the ...Read More...
The Black Norwegian Elkhound
A Traditional Faithful Watchdog and Pet
The Black Norwegian Elkhound is a newer version of the traditional Grey Norwegian Elkhound, who is mostly found in the Scandinavian countries. The differences between the two distinctly recognized breeds are very few, the only important one being the color. The Elkhound is a Spitz breed of reduced size and its ancestors have been used in a handful of activities like herding, guarding, sleighing and hunting. It is recognized as a standalone breed both by the Dog Registry ...Read More...
The Black Norwegian Elkhound is a newer version of the traditional Grey Norwegian Elkhound, who is mostly found in the Scandinavian countries. The differences between the two distinctly recognized breeds are very few, the only important one being the color. The Elkhound is a Spitz breed of reduced size and its ancestors have been used in a handful of activities like herding, guarding, sleighing and hunting. It is recognized as a standalone breed both by the Dog Registry ...Read More...
Black Mouth Cur
Jack of all Trades or What Best Describes the Black Mouth Cur
While some dogs are good hunters and others are great shepherds, or friendly pets, the Black Mouth Cur qualifies for all of those jobs, and even more. It has originated from the Southeastern part of the United States, but some believe its history goes all the way back to the ancient European and Asian Cur dogs. Anyway, the breed's name is given by the dark pigmentation around the eyes, cheeks, and muzzle, and even the interior of the mouth, except for the tongue. ...Read More...
While some dogs are good hunters and others are great shepherds, or friendly pets, the Black Mouth Cur qualifies for all of those jobs, and even more. It has originated from the Southeastern part of the United States, but some believe its history goes all the way back to the ancient European and Asian Cur dogs. Anyway, the breed's name is given by the dark pigmentation around the eyes, cheeks, and muzzle, and even the interior of the mouth, except for the tongue. ...Read More...
