Sentences with phrase «family companion dogs»

Today, these gentle giants are still used in mountain rescues, but they are mainly family companion dogs.

They are famously known for being friendly, good with everyone, good with other animals, and as highly trainable family companion dogs.

The Spinone also excels at being a family companion dog.

Not exact matches

The golden retriever was initially bred as a working dog, but then someone found out that they make amazing family companions, too!

We participate in Therapaws of Michigan, which sends calm, well - behaved therapy dogs and their human companions to visit patients and families in the hospital.

«This lively, adorable dog makes a wonderful companion for a family willing to provide lots of exercise and mental activity.

Yearly testing for dogs is also necessary to ensure that treatment will never have to be a necessity for these important companions and family members.

Bouncy, unfocused, anxious and energetic dogs begin to settle and benefit from the exercise, increasing their chance of finding forever homes as a companion and family member,» she says.

We strive for not only an athletic, working dog, but for a family companion that anyone can train.

Initially bred as water - retrieving gun dogs, they are now almost exclusively kept as pampered family companions.

Many pit bulls are not only family companions, but search and rescue dogs that find missing children.

Before you decide to add a canine companion to the family, take an honest assessment of your personality and lifestyle to determine if you're well - suited for dog ownership.

This sheepdog's ideal companion can be farmers and ranchers, families, active sporty types and experienced dog handlers.

Rottie can be excellent companions for all kinds of families, including those with children (provided you train your dog to behave around kids and also teach your kids how to act properly around dogs).

For someone willing to approach training with good humor, prepared for the ongoing vigilance required to supervise and exercise a dog with a very high prey drive, and who's charmed by a dog with a distinctly cat - like personality, the sweet, spirited Greyhound can make a wonderful companion animal and family pet.

Each year approximately 7.6 million companion animals find themselves in the U.S. shelter system — 3.9 million are dogs who need forever families to love.

Today they're valued as police and military dogs as well as loyal, affectionate family companions.

PRACTICAL BOUVIER PET & WORKING GROOMING This article describes grooming the Bouvier who is a family companion or a working dog.

He has an inherent desire to protect home and family, and is an intelligent dog of extreme hardness and adaptability with a strong willingness to work, making him especially suited as a companion, guardian and general all - purpose dog.

They make great companions and perfect family dogs.

They make great family dogs for those with older, respectful children and are great companions for the elderly.

Being a capable hunting partner and an affectionate companion, the Jagdterrier is a perfect choice not only for hunters but active dog parents who are looking for a devoted family friend too.

Our customers range from family pets to police dogs, working dogs, companion dogs and show dogs.

One last thought about the «secondhand» dog: A dog of any age can be trained and will adapt to — and be a loving, loyal companion for — a new family.

Swedish Vallhunds are versatile family dogs and companions as well as working dogs, and they take well to training.

It's been posited that because a dog acts as a playmate, a companion, a protector and a confidante, children are able to gain significant mental health benefits through regular interactions with family dogs.

German Shepherds are extremely intelligent dogs which is why you see them filling a number of roles ranging from family companion to police canine.

A dog who was rescued from the streets of Richmond, Virginia, several weeks ago is embarking on a new life with a family who just lost their beloved companion of 16 years.

Schnauzers are a great companion and friend and very good family dog.

My dogs live in the house with me and my family, they are our constant companions.

Although dogs are pack animals and cats are social creatures, introducing new pets to the family's other companions is a delicate process.

Our mission is to provide Companion Support Dogs (CSD) for veterans and / or families of veterans who have been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or other Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI).

I have produced dogs that have went on to be police dogs, search and rescue dogs, service dogs, Schutzhund dogs, performance dogs and others that are great family companions.

They are good with children and make ideal family dogs as well as excellent companions for the elderly.

Most dogs and cats today are viewed more as beloved family members and live indoors with their human companions.

«It's heartening that these beautiful greyhounds will soon be off the track and in loving homes... For any families looking to adopt a new canine companion this summer, I encourage you to consider one of these gentle and intelligent dogs.»

Because these fluffy puppies are pretty fast to bloom into impressive companions, and because Shar Pei dogs are really not the best choice for first - time dog owners, it is important to do advanced research on the breed before you finally decide if it's right for you and your family.

An ideal human companion for a Schnauzer is an experienced dog handler, families, farmers, and outdoorsy types.

Initially known as «Bjelkiers», Samoyed dogs made great working dogs during the day and excellent companions in the evening when they were invited into their owners» homes to share activities with their family.

Further, the AKC advocates purebred dogs as family companions and works to promote responsible dog ownership and the rights of all dog owners.

They are working dogs and should be physically fit, even when kept as nothing more than family pets and companions.

These dogs are very intelligent and responsive, making a loyal family pet or good companion for older children.

We have projected those views onto companion animals: we treat them as children, while we shrug shoulders at children who are mauled / killed by dogs and then return those dogs to owners who can't bear to be parted from their «family member.»

Today, the Bouvier is not only a fine family companion but serves as a watchdog, a guide for the blind, a police dog, and a tracking dog.

These dogs all need homes with loving families and they make awesome companions.

Affectionate with children and a steadfast companion and guardian, a Boxer is a dog for the whole family.

«WRGRC knows the importance of a well - behaved dog to fulful the role of family companion.

The Maltese is another member of the bichon family of dogs which includes the Bichon Frise, the Havanese, the Coton de Tulear, the Bolognese, and other small, companion dogs with dark eyes and a tail that usually curls over the back.

While this breed can make a great family companion it is important to choose the right dog and start obedience training right away.

The Springer is an affectionate and easy - going family dog, and its alertness and attentiveness make it the ideal hunting companion.