Not exact matches
Within this number there were also
dogs with exceptional character and
temperament who were selected for
breeding.
Co-author Heidi Parker, a geneticist at NHGRI, says that because humans initially
bred dogs for specific traits — say, smaller body size or calm
temperament — selection created a population «bottleneck» that narrowed the genetic variation in offspring, leaving them with just a few specific clusters of variable genetic regions.
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dogs any size,
breed, age,
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If you think that's as it should be because pit bulls are
bred to fight, or because their jaws exert more pressure than other
dogs, or because they have aggressive
temperaments, think again.
Regardless of a
dog breed's
temperament, their size and strength undoubtedly impacts the harm they could do — even accidently.
Many people rush out to purchase the
dog breed they saw in the movies without doing any research on the
breed's health,
temperament, or exercise requirements.
Veterinarians start seeing an increase of the newly popular
breed in their practice because of health and genetic issues, and
dog trainers start seeing these
breeds because of poor
temperaments.
Making the cut Canines of any
breed, size and age can become therapy
dogs — as long as they have a pleasant
temperament and are in good health.
«Guide
dogs are specially bred and selected for their hardworking, gentle temperament that thrives on praise and an eagerness to please,» says Vanessa Loh, general manager of Guide Dogs Association of the Bl
dogs are specially
bred and selected for their hardworking, gentle
temperament that thrives on praise and an eagerness to please,» says Vanessa Loh, general manager of Guide
Dogs Association of the Bl
Dogs Association of the Blind.
According to the
Dog Breed Info website, The Great Dane's
temperament has earned it the nickname «The Gentle Giant.»
There is some evidence to suggest that American Dobermans have a more moderate, good - natured
temperament than
dogs bred elsewhere since breeders in the U.S. have worked on these traits for several decades.
Bernards were
bred to serve as avalanche rescue
dogs, so their owners needed a calm, levelheaded
temperament that didn't interfere with their strength.
The type of therapy
dog training we do is dependent on a number of factors such as the type of work you want to do; your
dog's
breed,
temperament and intelligence;
dog and handler requirements, procedures and testing; specialized skills, and more.
A
dog needs leadership and if the owner can guide a
dog on what the expectations are and what the better behaviors are, a
dog can be behaviorally successful, no matter what size, age,
breed, or
temperament!
Gender: Female Age: 9 months
Breed: Domestic Short Hair; Brown tabby Spayed / Neutered: Yes Vaccinations: FRPP Other vet care: Anti-parasitic medicine
Temperament: Very playful Other information: Previously fostered with a
dog, cats and children.
Generally any
breed of
dog can be employed since the
dog's
temperament is the most important determining factor.
Therefore your
dog's training will be personalized to fit his or her age, special needs,
breed,
temperament, capabilities, size, health, environment, issues and specifically address your concerns and goals.
No matter the
breed, if you adopt a
dog, discuss
temperament testing (rescue groups and shelters usually do this before placing pets up for adoption).
Also,
temperament and training are perhaps even bigger priorities for giant
dogs than others because the big
breeds» size and appearance can be off - putting if they're not well - behaved.
Temperament of Russell Terrier Although many experts have different opinions about the temperament of this breed, evidently it is proved that these dogs are cheerful, devoted, energetic and made for loving
Temperament of Russell Terrier Although many experts have different opinions about the
temperament of this breed, evidently it is proved that these dogs are cheerful, devoted, energetic and made for loving
temperament of this
breed, evidently it is proved that these
dogs are cheerful, devoted, energetic and made for loving and caring.
It is best to always supervise interactions between children and
dogs regardless of size,
breed and
temperament.
Temperament of Yorkiepoo
Dogs When you want a fun loving, affectionate yet active dog who likes to be in the company of human yorkiepoo breed dogs are perfectly meant for
Dogs When you want a fun loving, affectionate yet active
dog who likes to be in the company of human yorkiepoo
breed dogs are perfectly meant for
dogs are perfectly meant for you.
Because
dogs come in different
breeds with different
temperaments and characteristics, it is important to understand several things that you may need to consider first before settling on a particular
breed.
Any
dog regardless of age,
breed, size or
temperament can enjoy and benefit from this activity.
Its foundation stock has been imported from Russia's
breeding kennels, and the breeder claims to «strive for solid
temperaments, strong thresholds, excellent conformation, and reliable guarding skills» of their
dogs.
In the past, guesses at the
breed mix were based on appearance and
temperament, but now DNA testing can unlock the mystery of a
dog's genetic heritage.
Mix
breed dogs are usually moderate in
temperament.
Approximately 90 % of the
dogs and puppies we save have no easily identifiable
breed history (They don't carry their ID card) We use many ways to help identify the
breed mixes they may be i.e. size,
temperament, appearance, special characteristics.
I do hope that when looking for a new
dog, you first consider the
temperament, and health of the
breed!
These
dogs are not at Paws Place, and we can not assume any responsibility for the
breed,
temperament or health of the animals.
The American
Temperament Test Society recently updated their
breed statistics based how many
dogs passed or failed within their
breed.
Temperaments are very hereditary, which means it is very important to get a
dog from a reputable breeder who
breeds dogs with solid, stable
temperament — an agressive, shy or nervous GWPs is not a good family member, or a good hunting
dog.
No
dogs exhibiting a hereditary defect, unsound
temperament or poor health will be
bred.
Buying a purebred
dog offers you the opportunity to acquire a
dog who has been
bred not only for a specific look but also for health and
temperament.
This
breed shares his
temperament and main characteristics with the Mountain Cur, but visually he looks more like your average family
dog.
Temperament / Behavior Although it was originally developed as a bird
dog, both selective and planned
breeding has created a
breed that is dependent on personality for survival.
Any
dog used in our
breeding program must have a wonderful
temperament, natural hunting ability and be trainable.
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temperament, personality, and behavior.
GWPs are not typical sporting
dogs, and many have
temperaments that are more like a german working
breed (Doberman or Rottweiller) than like a retriever or a setter.
A: Individual
dogs of the same
breed can have very different activity levels and
temperaments, so rather than focusing on a particular
breed, I recommend that prospective
dog owners look for a fit between an individual
dog and the family's lifestyle.
Swifto employs walkers who have a wide variety of experience with
dogs of various sizes,
breeds, and
temperaments.
Unfortunately, many base this lifestyle - changing decision on emotions having little to no knowledge about the
dog's
breed,
temperament, potential behavioral challenges and the financial responsibilities that come along with pet ownership.
Look for happy, confident and obedient animals, and consider carefully the particular
temperament requirements for your
dog's
breed.
Walk frequency depends on your
dog's unique needs based on age,
breed,
temperament, and training.
Over the past decade, she's built her Bernedoodle program carefully to ensure that each scrupulously health - checked
breeding dog has an impeccable pedigree, a calm
temperament, and great conformation.
This requires a trainer to quickly access the
dog's age,
breed, and
temperament combined with the owner's age, ability, and
temperament.
The
temperament often depends on the
breed the
dog takes after.
Ideal walk duration depends on your
dog's unique needs based on age,
breed,
temperament, and training.
Don't let anyone tell you your young
dog will «just grow out of it» or that it's just the
breed or your
dog's particular
temperament.
Field Trials, Obedience trials, and other working trials are generally more objective evaluations of the
temperament (the behavioral genetics of the
dog), health (if the
dog's body can't take the stress of Trial work, then it's not healthy enough to be
bred), and personality of the
dog (top trainers won't campaign with a
dog that they don't like or can't handle).