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Small Munsterlander
Read moreSmall Munsterlander The Small Munsterlander was developed in the early years of the 20th century by crossing the Large Munsterlander with spaniels. The result was a smaller dog with a brown and white coat. It retains the working abilities of its larger ancestor and has proven to be a versatile dog in the field. General …
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Sloughi
Read moreSloughi The Sloughi is one of the sighthound breeds of North Africa originating in the band of countries which border the Mediterranean: Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco and Libya. The desert type were lighter in frame than those used on mountainous terrain. The Sloughi was probably brought to Europe after the French occupation of Algeria. The Sloughi …
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Bergamasco
Read moreBergamasco Bergamasco: This ancient breed of sheepdog originates from the Italian Alpine region and takes its name from the town of Bergamo. Its distinguishing feature is its heavy coat which forms naturally into mats. The matted coat gives insulation from the extremes of climate they have to endure in the heights of the Alpine pastures. …
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Spaniel (American Water)
Read moreSpaniel (American Water) Spaniel (American Water): This brown water spaniel (the original name for the breed) was developed in the Mid West of the United States as a duck retriever and also used to flush out waterfowl – so it combines Spaniel and Retriever properties. The American Water Spaniel shares some similarities in appearance with …
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Grand Bleu De Gascogne
Read moreGrand Bleu De Gascogne Grand Bleu De Gascogne: This long legged aristocrat of the French scent hounds was used originally for hunting wolves, and more recently for hare. Like many of the French Hounds he came to England with the French forces during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century. Like the Basset Bleu de …
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Bavarian Mountain Hound
Read moreBavarian Mountain Hound The Bavarian Mountain Hound was developed as a scent hound to track down wounded game. Designed to work on steep mountain slopes, the Bavarian Mountain Hound is agile and athletic. It is thought that the breed is, in some respects, a smaller version of the Hanoverian Hound, a small German Bloodhound, which …
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Barbet
Read moreBarbet The Barbet (pronounced Bar-bay) is a French retriever and water dog whose origins can be traced back to at least the 1700s. Traditionally, the Barbet was used to flush and retrieve waterfowl in the marshes and lakes of France, and it is thought that the breed was used in the development of other breeds …
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Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Read moreGlen Of Imaal Terrier Glen Of Imaal Terrier: Glen Of Imaal Terrier: One of the native Irish Breeds, the Glen of Imaal was developed as a badger hunter in the glen in County Wicklow from which it takes its name. A terrier of this type had been known in that locality since the 17th century: …
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Greenland Dog Breed
Read moreGreenland Dog Breed Greenland Dog Breed: This is the only surviving native breed in Greenland, having survived a canine epidemic and it was protected from genetic dilution by a law forbidding matings with imported dogs. As a haulage dog he stands midway between the heavy weight Alaskan Malamute and the lighter Siberian Husky but like …
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Havanese
Read moreHavanese Havanese: A breed standard is the guideline which describes the ideal characteristics, temperament and appearance including the correct colour of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function. Absolute soundness is essential. Breeders and judges should at all times be careful to avoid obvious conditions or exaggerations which would be detrimental …
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Slovakian Rough Haired Pointer
Read moreSlovakian Rough Haired Pointer Slovakian Rough Haired Pointer: A breed standard is the guideline which describes the ideal characteristics, temperament and appearance including the correct colour of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function. Absolute soundness is essential. Breeders and judges should at all times be careful to avoid obvious conditions …
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Pharaoh Hound Dog Breed
Read morePharaoh Hound Dog Breed Although the Pharaoh Hound expanded its origins in ancient Egypt, it was first brought into Egypt by the Phoenician merchants when they settled on the Mediterranean islands of Malta and Gozo while plying their trade of selling exotic spices. On Malta and Gozo, the breed has been preserved and is known …
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Chow Chow Dog Breed
Read moreChow Chow Dog Breed Chow Chow dog breed are included in the medium to large dog breeds and are Chinese in origin. They are considered a non-sporting breed today but were used for hunting purposes a couple of thousand years ago. Chow Chow dogs have a sturdy build and their appearance resembles a lion. They …
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Norfolk Terrier Dog Breed
Read moreNorfolk Terrier Dog Breed Norfolk Terrier Dog Breed: About the middle of the 19th Century a man known as ‘DoggyÂ’ Lawrence was breeding small red terriers (about 4kg) that he sold mainly to Cambridge undergraduates. It is believed these dogs were the foundation of what are now known as Norwich and Norfolk Terriers. Norwich Terriers, …
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Brittany Dog Breed
Read moreBrittany Dog Breed The Brittany dog breed (also known as the Brittany Spaniel or Epagneul Breton) is the national dog of France. (Epagneul is a French word given to dogs that point or set their game, while a Breton is from Bretagne or Brittany). This dog originates from the French province of Bretagne, a rugged …
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Border Terrier Dog Breed
Read moreBorder Terrier Dog Breed The Border Terrier was developed in the hills between the north of England and the south of Scotland. The breedÂ’s character and shape evolved from its use with Foxhound packs and by the shepherds to guard the sheep and lambs against foxes. It was important that the hunt terrier got on …
