Sentences with phrase «great dogs of the breed»

It serves to honor some of the great dogs of the breed.

Both dogs sired plenty of white and plenty of dark and must be recognized as truly GREAT dogs of their breed and anyone denying their qualities on their markings is quite sick!

Not exact matches

It can be used left - or right - handed, and is great for all breeds and sizes of dogs.

The statement «We breed a great variety of dogs,» which rests on direct observation, is much easier to prove than the statement that the earth goes around the sun, which requires sophisticated reasoning.

Vivian actually has two malteses at home (same breed as my little Rupert), and I thought she'd be great in providing perspective on how she handled preparing her dogs for the arrival of baby Mason.

Nature's Variety Instinct Wet Food is a great wet poodle food designed for the nutritional needs of small breed dogs.

If you're looking for an all - natural dog food that doesn't need to be certified organic, Newman's Own is a great option for adult dogs of every breed.

From the Chihuahua to the Great Dane, the domestic dog is the most diverse mammal species of all, with over 350 distinct breeds for hunting, pulling sledges, tracking, herding and, of course, companionship.

When Coppinger studied the skulls of different dog breeds, for instance, he found a great deal of variation — a Saint Bernard's head is many times the size of a Chihuahua's — yet the size of their eyeballs varied not a whit.

Gastric dilatation - volvulus (GDV), or bloat, is one of the leading causes of death in dogs, second only to cancer for some breeds, and the number one killer of Great Danes.

The size of giant dog breeds (Great Dane, Newfoundland, St. Bernard dog, Irish Wolfhound) has remarkably increased during the last century, as shown here for St. Bernhard dogs.

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Three of the world's largest dog breeds were involved in the creation of the Leonberger: the Newfoundland, St. Bernard and the Great Pyrenees.

The greatest incidence of CHD occurs in the most rapidly growing breeds of dogs.

Since these dogs need a lot of exercise and they can be challenging to train, they aren't a great breed choice for novice dog owners.

When you think of a large breed dog, a Great Dane probably comes to mind almost immediately.

Based on breed histories and the extent of linkage disequilibrium, we conclude that all dogs carrying mdr1 - 1 are descendants of a dog that lived in Great Britain before the genetic isolation of breeds by registry (ca. 1873).

As with all dog farms, the team found a variety of breeds including miniature pinscher mixes, Jindo mixes, a great Pyrenees / golden retriever mix, a German shorthaired pointer, Shih Tzus and a little corgi / Chihuahua mix.

In breeds with a high risk of bloat, such as Great Danes, German Shepherd Dogs, and Akitas (as well as other deep chested dogs), a preventive surgery called a prophylactic gastropexy can often be performed when the dog is being spayed or neuteDogs, and Akitas (as well as other deep chested dogs), a preventive surgery called a prophylactic gastropexy can often be performed when the dog is being spayed or neutedogs), a preventive surgery called a prophylactic gastropexy can often be performed when the dog is being spayed or neutered.

The available gene pool is, of course, the great equalizer that levels the playing field in our quest to breed dogs that meet the breed standard, as any of us can only achieve as much success in that quest as the available gene pool allows.

There are some great networks but until we get the numbers of unwanted animals down by more spaying and neutering and less breeding of dogs and cats, etc. the need for a long - term facility that gives these animals a quality of life similar to Best Friends is necessary unless more people can foster these animals because right now the reality is that some of these dogs and cats are being fostered for years because they have one or two issues that keep them from being attractive to being adopted.

While it is true that no dog affected with a spinal disease should be bred from, there is a great deal of variance in the appearance of a French Bulldog's spine as compared to, for example, a Labrador Retriever.

Of all the breeds out there, it is extremely important to either get a well bred dog (I have an article on Buying A Dog / Choosing A Breeder... read it) from a breeder, or adopt a great dog from a reputable rescue organizatidog (I have an article on Buying A Dog / Choosing A Breeder... read it) from a breeder, or adopt a great dog from a reputable rescue organizatiDog / Choosing A Breeder... read it) from a breeder, or adopt a great dog from a reputable rescue organizatidog from a reputable rescue organization.

Great Danes have shorter life spans than most dogs — most likely the result of breeders intent on making the breed larger yet, and the strain that size puts on their organs — which only makes the death of Zeus doubly sad.

Historically, Greyhounds have been used as hunters due to their great speed — they are the fastest breed of dog, reaching top speeds of over 40 miles per hour — and keen eyesight.

There are certain Great Dane health issues and dog illnesses that seem to pester our breed and we've dedicated an entire section to the subject of health.

Regardless of breed, dog agility is a great way to develop an even stronger, more rewarding relationship with your best friend.

Often they become great advocates for the dogs: there's nothing like living with an innocent victim of breeding greed to ignite a burning wish to see the cruelty end.

The Boxer, Great Dane, all varieties of Schnauzer, Doberman Pincher, American Staffordshire Terriers, Pit Bull Terriers, Miniature Pinchers, Manchester Terrier, Bouvier des Flanders, and Affenpinschers, are the breeds of dogs that you would likely -LSB-...] Continue reading...

There are always tons of really great dogs and cats of all ages, shapes, sizes and breeds available at your local shelter, looking for that loving forever home.

Farm bred dogs don't usually get a great deal of attention from men.

Great job educating everyone on such a rare breed of dog.

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We see this lineage pop up in overwhelming numbers of Irish Wolfhounds, and it also occurs frequently in popular large breeds like Bernese Mountain Dogs, Saint Bernards and Great Danes.

Must be able to lift dogs up to 70 lbs Pet Groomer: Excellent scissoring skills Strong knowledge of correct breed standards Positive and professional attitude with pets, clients and co-workers Ability to work independently as well as with others Strong work ethic Dedication to cleanliness of equipment and surrounding work areas Concern for safety at all times Great communication and customer service skills.

This elegant dog breed of the terrier group is completely devoted to its family members and known for being obedient to commands, super intelligent (which makes training one a breeze) and always on alert, so they're great watchdogs.

Certain dog breeds, particularly smaller ones, are in general at a greater risk of being overweight.

There is great diversity in the appearance of such Border Collies because many generations back when the breed became established as an exceptional working dog farmers and shepherds bought pups and took them home and bred them into their native working dog lines in order to add the skills of the Border Collie into their own bloodline.

This Cane Corso is a great dog breed we sometimes find on the beaches of Brazil.

Is punctual, reliable, have a great attitude, articulate and able to communicate well with clients and coworkers Pet Stylist will perform the following duties: Perform basic grooming services including brushing, bathing, and conditioning of animals Follow owner's instructions or Breed Standards when clipping, and trimming an animal coat Generate business operation such as communicate with clients and get exact instructions for each dog.

Certain breeds of dogs (such as Labrador Retrievers, Dalmatians and Great Danes) are more susceptible to liver disease due to a genetic difficulty excreting copper.

Take this with a grain of salt, but AnimalFare.com said the 15 dog breeds with the shortest life expectancies are: Rottweiler, 9.5 years; Leonberger, 9 years; Scottish deerhound, 8 to 11 years; Irish wolfhound, 7 years; Landseer, 10 years; Great Dane, 8.5 years; Great Swiss mountain dog, 8 years; Basset hound, 10 years; Pakistani mastiff, 9 years; Chow Chow, 8 years; Jagdterrier, 10 years; Neapolitan mastiff, 9 years; French bulldog, 10 years; Saint Bernard, 9.5 years; and Bernese mountain dog, 7.

However, a couple hundred years ago it seems to have found its way into a prized male guard dog in Europe who had many offspring, including the ancestors of many European guard breeds such as Doberman Pinchers, St. Bernards, and Great Danes.

The harm that the breeding industry inflicts on dogs like Susie - Belle is a great disgrace in our society and since adopting her, I've had my eyes opened to the enormous scale of the tragedy that puppy farming represents.

Interestingly, owners of breeds which were originally bred for hunting (including terriers, retrievers, scent hounds and related dogs) were found to be offered the greatest protection from CVD.

I think it's a great concept, until all the discrimination of certain breeds stops it could hurt some dogs also.

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Chinese Crested (> 10 pounds) This unusual looking (usually the winner of annual «Ugliest Dog» contests) breed makes a great choice for apartment living.

As the number one breed in America, the Lab is a great choice for a frisbee dog, or really any type of outdoor activity.

While these dogs were originally bred to protect flocks of sheep, they also make great family pets.