Sentences with phrase «purebred dogs owned»

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The advantage of owning a purebred dog is that the animal's appearance and character are pretty well fixed by generations of careful selection for particular traits.

During this time in history only nobility were allowed to own purebred dogs.

Purebred dogs come in a variety of coat types, each of which has its own appeal.

These customers are primarily interested in the health testing and often, in fact, own purebred dogs.

This is definitely not a «given,» and purebred dogs from breeders are likely to come with their own sets of problems, so don't consider this a mark against rescue dogs.

Mixed breeds can have their own special requirements in comparison to purebreds, but you should consider your lifestyle and ability to care for a non-shedding dog before you make one your next best friend!

These kinds of show breeders try and monopolize the breeding, showing, and sale of purebreds, for their own purely selfish reasons, touting the show driven * breed standard * as if it were the bible and is if they are * dog Gods *.

Right here in America, you could overcome low birth by owning a purebred dog.

There certainly has been plenty of DNA proof over the years to show that these * other colored * Miniature Schnauzers are indeed as purebred as their own show dogs.

DKC's membership is a blend of people from the Four Corners Region who own purebred and / or mix breed dogs and share an interest in canine activities and welfare.

Before we look at the Pitbull Cur, let's look at some of the controversial aspects of owning a designer dog or first generation mix as opposed to a purebred dog.

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Purebred dogs have their own personalities and usually show minor differences in appearance.

Whether purebred or mixed breed, «the most important thing is that you love the dog that's yours and that you responsibly own it and care for it,» says AKC spokeswoman Gina DiNardo.

While millions continue to own purebred dogs, entries at dog shows continue to decline and the trickledown effect from these factors impact not only the supply of show dogs, but the number of new breeders, exhibitors and the sport itself.

People who agreed to be questioned were asked whether or not they owned dogs or cats, fed stray dogs or cats, whether or not the animals had been altered, if they had reproduced, if cats had been declawed, how they obtained their pets, whether or not cats were allowed outside, purebred status, city of residence, and residence type.

If you've always dreamed about owning a purebred dog of your own, read on and find out which one interests you the most.

• Total number of nationwide animal shelters 5,000 • Number of companion animals that enter into animal shelters nationwide annually 5 million • Average annual number of companion animals that are euthinized at shelters 3.5 million • Percent of dogs in animals shelters that are euthanized 60 % • Percent of cats in animal shelters that are euthanized 70 % • Percent of cats that are returned to their owners 2 % • Percent of dogs returned to their owners 15 % • Total percentage of dogs claimed to be spayed or neutered 78 % • Total percentage of cats that are claimed to be spayed or neutered 88 % • Total number of animals that end up in a shelter that are spayed or neutered 10 % • Percent of dogs brought to shelters that were adopted by a shelter 20 % • Percent of dogs and cats that are adopted from shelters 25 % • Total number of dogs and cats that are bought at pet stores 6 % • Percentage of people that get their pets free or at low cost 65 % • Cost of taxpayer money annually to round up, house, kill and dispose of homeless animals $ 2 billion • Total percentage of dogs in shelters that are purebred 25 % • Total percentage of U.S. homes who own at least 1 companion animal 63 % • Total number of homes that own at least 1 companion animal 70 million • Tags:

I have owned several dogs, both purebred and curs.

You can never forget that breeders are still trying to run a business at the end of the day, so it is only in their best interest to advertise the benefits to owning a purebred, and even perpetuating the myth that certain positive attributes can not be found in shelter dogs.

Sanctioning is one of the first steps toward being approved to hold AKC dog shows and obedience trials, a long - range goal of the club.Sproul and other club officers say they are making a determined effort to continue the programs that Seminole has initiated.The Seminole club has initiated such programs as annual purebred dog exhibitions demonstrating important aspects of owning, raising and training dogs; health seminars that bring in experts to discuss topics that have included hereditary eye defects, skin disorders and behavioral studies; and matches offering ring conditions to provide experience for handlers and dogs.

And how long have you been breeding dogs and have you ever owned a purebred dog?

The latest surveys of the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association and the American Veterinary medical Association estimate more than 60 million dogs in 38 - 40 million US households, and other estimates place the number of purebred dogs at slightly more than half the total of owned dogs.

The crossbred dogs are prone to all of the genetic disease of both breeds and offer none of the advantages that owning a purebred dog has to offer.

Blood was collected for DNA extraction from a) privately owned crd3 - affected and non-affected purebred GIT dogs; b) mixed breed dogs derived from GIT founders and maintained as a study colony as part of an NIH - sponsored project (EY006855) at the Retinal Disease Studies Facility (RDSF) in Kennett Square, PA; and c) from 80 privately owned pedigreed dogs from breeds not known to segregate crd3 (Table 1).

The harshest critics of purebred dogs and the Incorrigibles within our own ranks are adept at divide and conquer.

The reasons given for a reduction in breeding are legion: There are too many homeless dogs dying in shelters, purebred dogs have too many structural faults, purebred dogs have too many genetic diseases, even well - bred purebred puppies take homes from shelter dogs, generic dogs are healthier than purebreds because they have «hybrid vigor,» man should not manipulate dogs for his own purposes, etc..

With the trend of owning rescue dogs, shelter dogs, or designer breeds being popularized by PETA, HSUS, and movie stars, people out to earn a quick buck turn to breeding a vast array of «oodle» breeds and purebred dogs.

Purebreds and mixed breeds frequently find themselves in the kennels of local dog pounds, and each one has his own set of personality traits, instinctual drives, and perhaps even training from a previous owner.

If I wasn't smart enough to figure it out on my own it could have given my husky mange when I brought her home, costing me more money in vet bills than a purebred dog would cost to purchase.

Many of these animals, including purebred dogs, end up in shelters through no fault of their own — but because of family situations such as a new baby or divorces.

Any purebred dog is going to come with their own unique set of health issues and the bulldog is no exception.

Many pet owners like the status symbol that goes along with owning a purebred, but we're here to tell you that there are many benefits of owning a mixed breed dog.

But I've never had a dog like this breed, I've owned American Pit - bull terrier mixes but never a purebred dog.

When the Associated Press (AP) came knocking to asking us about purebred dogs and why the Cocker Spaniel owns our heart, we had to rejoice and answer them!

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.

Airing tonight, Monday, February 19th at 8 pm EST, the «Rescue Dog Show» is a dog show for the rest of us, the underdogs, both purebred or mixed breed dogs that, through no fault of their own, found themselves without families, without homes, sitting in shelter stalls hoping to find loDog Show» is a dog show for the rest of us, the underdogs, both purebred or mixed breed dogs that, through no fault of their own, found themselves without families, without homes, sitting in shelter stalls hoping to find lodog show for the rest of us, the underdogs, both purebred or mixed breed dogs that, through no fault of their own, found themselves without families, without homes, sitting in shelter stalls hoping to find love.

e. Participate within one's own means in the defense against canine legislation discriminatory or injurious to the welfare of the American Staffordshire Terrier and all purebred dogs.

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