Sentences with phrase «well as purebred dogs»

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.

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

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

Not exact matches

Boyko and his Cornell postdoc Laura Shannon then compared these dogs» genomes, as well as the genomes of more than 4500 purebreds from 161 breeds, at almost 189,000 spots along their chromosomes.

In addition to collecting DNA from hundreds of modern wolves as well as mutts and purebred dogs, the dual - origin researchers extracted DNA from dozens of ancient dogs, including a particularly high - value sample from a 4,800 - year - old animal unearthed in Newgrange, Ireland.

As such, first generation Zuchons have better health than purebred dogs.

Charges of misconduct which fall under the jurisdiction of The American Kennel Club (AKC rules, both for conduct at dog shows as well as other matters pertaining to purebred dogs), will be subject to AKC rules and adjudication procedures.

There are many sizes and shapes of dogs and cats or kittens and puppies at shelters as well are purebred varieties.

A good breeder should show you the mother of the puppies as well as paperwork certification if he or she is claiming the dogs are purebred.

Founded in 1884 by 13 dog breed clubs, most of which were American, the newly formed AKC pledged to advance the breeding, study and exhibition of purebred dogs, as well as establishing the maintenance and running of purebred dogs.

Things like size, coat length and if a breed drools are important considerations as well, and please don't forget, there are many wonderful dogs waiting at the shelter - including purebred dogs!

However, recently, there has been a good deal of debate as to whether or not a purebred dog is a good thing.

Many dogs, purebreds from various origins as well as mixed breeds, have been selectively and haphazardly bred for good temperaments - no dogfighting necessary.

A reputable breeder of purebred dogs has an ethical responsibility to the betterment of the breed as defined by the breed standard, as well as creating a place that is a safe and healthy environment for all of the dogs.

A: We are constantly making upgrades and updates to our algorithm as well as our reference database of purebred dogs.

While purebred dogs are held to specific breed standards by organizations like the American Kennel Club and the United Kennel Club, hybrid dogs are not quite as well - organized.

Along with its more than 5,000 licensed and member clubs and its affiliated organizations, the AKC advocates for the purebred dog as a family companion, advances canine health and well - being, works to protect the rights of all dog owners and promotes responsible dog ownership.

Both purebreds and mixed breeds are available for adoption, as well as cats and dogs looking for their lifelong home.

Reunite registers purebred and mixed breed dogs as well as cats and other pet mammals, is non-profit and accepts the Home Again microchip coding.

National Dog Day was created to celebrate all dogs; large and small, purebreds and mixed breeds, family and companion dogs as well as all the working dogs that selflessly provide services, assistance...

Certain events are only open to purebred dogs, but as of 2014 the majority of events are open to mixed and unrecognized breeds as well.

Another must - read for families looking for a dog, Michele Lowell's Your Purebred Puppy complements A Perfect Match with several chapters on making the decision, choosing the breeder, and selecting a puppy from the litter as well as more than 160 breed profiles.

To advance knowledge within the community in general on dog care and training as well as improve breeding and management of purebred dogs

The primary goal of the program is to promote and encourage juniors to participate in the sport of American Kennel Club purebred dog events with Cavaliers, as well as to become active in the ACKCSC.

At present, it is well known that distichiasis affects many purebred dogs and occasionally some cross bred dogs as well, and the list of supposedly predisposed breeds now includes 109 different breeds [21].

However, there are other intentional mixes that are tremendous pets or are terrifically functional as sport or working dogs, and suggesting that their breeders can't possibly be good because the dogs aren't purebred makes no sense.

She is licensed by the American Kennel Club as a judge of purebred dogs, is the breeder of several Best in Show dogs, and is committed to quality training for all canines.

Like many dogs, both purebred and not, Bullmastiffs can develop cancer as well as bloat, a sudden and life - threatening swelling of the abdomen; owners should educate themselves about its symptoms and what to do should bloat occur.

My big concern as a purebred owner is the apparent unwillingness of a good portion of the rescue community to work with responsibile purebred owners and breeders — we aren't the enemy — we take of our dogs and are as concerned about bad breeders as you are.

For more information: If you would like to see what some of your dog's ancestors looked like, the ASTC offers Historical Record Books where purebred AKC registered Shih Tzu honors and achievements (such as conformation titleholders, performance titleholders, pedigrees, photos, all breed best in show and specialty show winners, and register of merit recipients) can be found.

This is referred to as «primary glaucoma» and is most commonly seen in purebred dogs such as the Cocker Spaniel, Basset Hound, Bouvier, Springer Spaniel, Beagle, Shar Pei, Chow Chow, as well as many others.

* These dogs are readily available — you can go to a shelter, humane society, etc. * She will be much cheaper than buying a purebred dog — the average cost will be somewhere around $ 100 or less (if purchasing from a shelter or humane society, they will include spaying / neutering procedure as well as first set of vaccinations) * You will be giving a dog that was abandoned another chance at life (if you adopt)

Many purebred dogs and other pets, as well as livestock, are tattooed to provide permanent identification in case an animal is lost or stolen.

If your dog or cat is purebred or looks like they might be (some rescues will take breed mixes as well), try contacting a breed rescue organization.

The Bucks County SPCA receives all kinds of animals, purebred and mixed breeds, dogs and cats, as well as rabbits, hamsters, birds, reptiles and even the occasional goat, pig or horse.

The Dekalb Humane Society in Decatur, Collie Rescue of Metro Atlanta, the Georgia Alliance of Purebred Canine Rescuers, The Haven (dog rescue) and Dog River Sanctuary in Douglasville are among the Georgia organizations working with early neuter in dogs and cats, as well as exotic specidog rescue) and Dog River Sanctuary in Douglasville are among the Georgia organizations working with early neuter in dogs and cats, as well as exotic speciDog River Sanctuary in Douglasville are among the Georgia organizations working with early neuter in dogs and cats, as well as exotic species.

(In my opinion as long as a dog is in a stable home and is socialized well, purebreds or mutts can both be quality dogs)

Mom has had a shelter dog as well and she was wonderful, but right now purebreds fit her lifestyle better.

Senate Resolution 144 introduced by Senator Thom Tillis and House Concurrent Resolution 46, introduced by Congressmen Ted Yoho, Kurt Schrader and Ralph Abraham highlight the role that purebred dogs and breeders of purebred dogs have played in the history of the United States as well as the numerous ways purebred dogs have served U.S. citizens as search and rescue dogs, guide and service dogs, military working dogs and more, all while providing one - of - a-kind companionship.The designation of National Purebred Dog Day was created by Colorado resident and Puli fancier Suzi Szeremy to recognize the heritage and diversity of purebred dogs and to highlight and celebrate all the ways purebred dogs better oupurebred dogs and breeders of purebred dogs have played in the history of the United States as well as the numerous ways purebred dogs have served U.S. citizens as search and rescue dogs, guide and service dogs, military working dogs and more, all while providing one - of - a-kind companionship.The designation of National Purebred Dog Day was created by Colorado resident and Puli fancier Suzi Szeremy to recognize the heritage and diversity of purebred dogs and to highlight and celebrate all the ways purebred dogs better oupurebred dogs have played in the history of the United States as well as the numerous ways purebred dogs have served U.S. citizens as search and rescue dogs, guide and service dogs, military working dogs and more, all while providing one - of - a-kind companionship.The designation of National Purebred Dog Day was created by Colorado resident and Puli fancier Suzi Szeremy to recognize the heritage and diversity of purebred dogs and to highlight and celebrate all the ways purebred dogs better oupurebred dogs have served U.S. citizens as search and rescue dogs, guide and service dogs, military working dogs and more, all while providing one - of - a-kind companionship.The designation of National Purebred Dog Day was created by Colorado resident and Puli fancier Suzi Szeremy to recognize the heritage and diversity of purebred dogs and to highlight and celebrate all the ways purebred dogs better ouPurebred Dog Day was created by Colorado resident and Puli fancier Suzi Szeremy to recognize the heritage and diversity of purebred dogs and to highlight and celebrate all the ways purebred dogs better oupurebred dogs and to highlight and celebrate all the ways purebred dogs better oupurebred dogs better our lives.

Creating smaller versions of purebred dogs means dabbling with their genes, which is never a good thing as they can suffer from ailments like dwarfism.

A recent, scathing (and, in this writers» opinion, biased) BBC documentary on purebred dogs used individual animals with significant health issues to imply that all dogs of those breeds had horrible health issues and, by extension, all other purebreds as well.

While ABDR focuses on rescuing purebred and mixed German Shepherds as well as a variety of other breeds from high kill shelters in the Los Angeles, CA area, ABDR is committed to saving dogs before they are put down, many on their very last day.

Diminishing this special community of breeders would negatively impact all American dogs - mixes as well as purebreds

Founded in 1884, the AKC ® and its affiliated organizations advocate for the purebred dog as a family companion, advance canine health and well - being, work to protect the rights of all dog owners and promote responsible dog ownership.

As for the miracle of birth, well, there's another rite of passage occurring to 20 million dogs a year in this country, 25 % of them purebred.

Also, purebred dogs have been changed physically over generations as the breed has been shaped by the breeder's definition of what «looks good»... many times what looks good, is not healthy.

But tracking is also a fun noncompetitive outdoor sport for all breeds of dogs as well as purebreds.

Beagles & Buddies: Beagle rescue, kennels and pet adoption Rescue shelter for purebred and mixed Beagles, as well as other small dogs, from pounds, humane societies & off the street.

In the same year the United Kennel Club, one of the countries largest purebred dog registries, recognized the club as a single breed club and granted COBRA rights to host UKC sanctioned multibreed shows as well as specialties.

Since it is seen most commonly in purebred cats (particularly Siamese) and the toy breeds of dogs, veterinarians believe that there is a genetic basis as well.