Sentences with phrase «as a purebred dog»

It is not unheard of for puppies to be sold as purebred dogs, even though they are really mixed breeds that resemble the pure breed.

Unlike purebred dogs, hybrids are less predictable and don't breed «true» as purebred dogs do, which is why hybrids have no breed standard to adhere to.

Likewise, if you sell these pups as purebred dogs when you don't have papers on their parents or a pedigree, you are an irresponsible breeder.

There is no such thing as a purebred dog.

In fact, this breed was developed as a purebred dog and now has its own breed standard.

Wisdom Panel was developed using genetic markers from American Kennel Club (AKC) breeds and some non-AKC breeds in the U.S., as well as purebred dogs from the United Kingdom, Australia, and Western Europe.

It was recognized as a purebred dog by the English Kennel Club in 1924.

A crossbreed may not cost as much as a purebred dog, but you would need to look after it like you would any other dog.

The process was developed using genetic markers from American Kennel Club (AKC) breeds and some non-AKC breeds in the U.S., as well as purebred dogs from the United Kingdom, Australia, and Europe.

In time, the Cockapoo enthusiasts hope to have this crossbreed recognized by the American Kennel Club as a purebred dog.

Mixed breed dogs, lovingly known as «mutts,» are just as affectionate and loyal as purebred dogs.

Presently, the AKC establishes dog breed standards concerning mostly physical characteristics of each dog breed, and it establishes and sets the standards of new breeds introduced as purebred dogs.

While mutts usually don't have the genetic diseases that are prevalent in purebred dogs, they are just as prone to health issues as a purebred dog is.

If WE are to survive as purebred dog breeders, we have to share our knowledge and resources and work together, including the USDA licensed kennels.

Puppies from mills are usually sold as purebred dogs in an attempt to attract the higher prices associated with purebreds.

Much like their personality, a cross bred dogs final build can not be as reliably predicted as purebred dog can be.

Mixed breed dogs, or mutts, make for just as wonderful of a family pet as purebred dogs.

When asked why, she said, «I see James as being a lifelong pet owner, so I wanted to instill good values in him and want him to understand that a mutt is just as great a companion as a purebred dog.»

Mixed breed dogs were 1.8 times more likely to be euthanized as purebred dogs, and the risk of euthanasia increased with age for mixed breeds but not purebreds.

Even though mixed breed, chihuahua - types are not as predictable as purebred dogs, I know I can still help other owners through my writing.

They are not x-rayed, medicated, immunized, tranquilized and toxified as often as the purebred dog.

A year early, the United Kennel Club gave them full recognition as a purebred dog.

One last stellar quality of many mutts is that their mix of breeds often makes them less extreme in any one characteristic or breeding line as some purebred dogs which can often make for a more balanced temperament.

There is a misconception that mutts aren't as healthy as purebred dogs.

Without a doubt, the most popular dog in the U.S. is the mixed breed; more than half of the 78 million dogs owned in the U.S. are not registered as purebred dogs and fit in this category.

But despite what those who breed and sell crossbreeds might try to tell you, these are not, nor will they likely ever be, recognized as purebred dogs.

For the first time ever, the Westminster Dog Show will include an agility competition, open to mixed breeds as well as purebred dogs.

As much as a purebred dog may appear appealing, it's important not to forget about the average mutt.

It is not unheard of for puppies to be sold as purebred dogs, but are, in reality, mixed breeds that resemble the purebred.

The Cavalier, as a purebred dog, comes from generations and generations of breeding dogs with a common gene pool giving a predictable characteristic appearance, temperament and function.

As purebred dogs, Black German Shepherd dogs are prone to usual breed - specific health issues — they aren't avoidable.

Teacups are purebred dogs hence the American Kennel Club recognizes them as purebred dogs eligible for official dog shows.

The Rally - O is not breed specific, so mixed breeds as well as purebred dogs can excel.

The Golden Retriever, as a purebred dog, comes from generations and generations of breeding dogs with a common gene pool and a characteristic appearance, temperament and function.

Mixed breed dogs can have the same behavioral (retrieving, herding, swimming, etc.) or physical attributes (flatter faces, curly hair, short legs, etc.) as purebred dogs, but as an added bonus they will have more genetic variation.