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Terrier | Rottweiler |
Brussels Griffon |
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Miniature Dachshund |
French Bulldog (Frenchie) |
Shih-Tzu
The
Argentine Dogo
Champion Amazing Gracie Vom Falkenhorst
 The Argentine Dogo was developed in Argentina by Dr. Antonio Nores Martinez
in the 1920's. He wanted a dog who was a good pack hunter and guardian, but
could also be trusted with the family. He started with a now extinct
mastiff-type breed called the Dog of Cordoba. He added Great Dane, Boxer,
Spanish Mastiff, Bulldog, Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, Pointer, Irish Wolfhound
and Dogue de Bordeaux. The resulting breed, not only met Martinez,' original
expectations as a big game hunter and family guardian, but has also been
successful as a guide dog and in military and police. The Argentine Dogo is an
excellent guardian of the home. Loyal to the family, playful and intelligent. It
is good with children and loves to kiss and cuddle with those the family
accepts. Dogos are easy to train. This is a highly intelligent, powerful dog who
needs a firm and consistent, but loving hand.
Further reading:
 Dogo
Argentino Club of America
Available
Books from Amazon.com:
The
Atlas of Dog Breeds of the World
Barron's
Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds
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The Boxer
  The Boxer combines the exceptional hunting, herding and
protection instincts of the Mastiff with the Bulldogs' courage, tenacity and exuberant
personality. Originally from Germany, these popular family dogs were imported to
North America after World War 1, and can now be found in homes all over the
world. These sturdy, medium-sized dogs stand 25 inches or less at the shoulder.
They have a short, tight-fitting coat that can be fawn or brindle with white
markings and is easily groomed - a weekly rub-down and brushing does the trick
nicely. Boxers make exceptional family pets. They are intelligent, fun, loyal
and they are very patient with children. Early obedience training is recommended
to help the boxer reach it's full potential as a cherished family member. Boxers
require plenty of daily outdoor exercise. They can adapt to apartment living
provided that adequate exercise is provided.
Pictured: Sassy Vom
Falkenhorst
Further reading:
Boxer
World
Dog
Owner's Guide: The Boxer
The
American Kennel Club - Boxer
Available Books
from Amazon.com:
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The Boston
Terrier
The Boston Terrier breed originated around 1870, when Robert C. Hooper of Boston purchased a dog known as Hooper's Judge, a cross between an English Bulldog and an English White Terrier.
Judge weighed over 30 pounds (13.5 kg.). He was bred down in size with a smaller female and one of those male pups was bred to yet a smaller female. Their offspring interbred with one or more French Bulldogs, providing the foundation for the Boston Terrier. Bred down in size from pit-fighting dogs of the bull and terrier types, the Boston Terrier originally weighed up to 44 pounds (20 kg.) (Olde Boston Bulldogge).
Their weight classifications were once divided into lightweight,
middleweight, and heavyweight. The breed was first shown in Boston in 1870.
By 1889 the breed had become sufficiently popular in Boston that fanciers
formed the American Bull Terrier Club, but this proposed name for the breed
was not well received by the Bull Terrier Fanciers. The breed's nickname,
roundheads, was similarly inappropriate. Shortly after, the breed was named
the Boston Terrier after its birthplace. In 1893, the American Kennel Club
(AKC) admitted the Boston Terrier breed and gave the club membership status,
making it the first American breed to be recognized. It is one of a small
number of breeds to have originated in the United States that it recognizes.
The Boston Terrier was the first non-sporting dog bred in America. In the
early years, the color and markings were not very important, but by the
1900s the breed's distinctive markings and color were written into the
standard, becoming an essential feature. Terrier only in name, the Boston
Terrier has lost most of their ruthless desire for mayhem, preferring the
company of humans, although some males will still challenge other dogs if
they feel their territory is being invaded.
(source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boston_Terrier#History )
Further reading:
Boston
Terrier Club of America, Inc.
Boston
Terrier Club of Canada
The
Boston Terrier and All About It
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The Rottweiler
 Once known as "The Butcher's Dog of Rottweill", after a butcher's dog
who guarded his money and herded cattle on route to auction, this strong,
trustworthy breed originated in the area of Wurttemburg, Germany. The
descendants of this breed can be traced back to dogs that were left behind to
guard outposts for the Roman Army on it's march across Europe. The
Rottweiler is a devoted family and protection dog, and excels in police work as
well as obedience training, which should be started while the dog is very young.
Rottweilers require regular, thorough brushing and need plenty of outdoor
exercise.
Further reading:
American
Rottweiler Club
"Is
the Rottweiler the Right Dog for You?"
Available Books
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The Brussels
Griffon
"A Red rough coat pup"
The Brussels Griffon is good with the elderly and children
and does really well with other family pets. It is small in size, standing only
8 to 12 inches tall and weighing usually between 8 and 12 pounds, though smaller
dogs are not uncommon. They come in Black, Black & Tan, Red and Belge (
black hairs mixed in with red ). Shedding is low, but they need regular
grooming - every 8 to 10 weeks.
It is a good pet for apartment dwellers, and a wonderful companion because of
it's size. Socialization is a must for a confident, stable temperament. If
there's one rule, it is don't call him a "Brussels", he is a Griffon, and
proud of it!
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12-week old Red rough coat |
12-week old Red rough-coat |
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6-week old Brussels-Griffon
black rough coat |
An adult female black rough coat |
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The Shih-Tzu
 For more than 2000 years, this little "lion dog" has
held court in everything from the Imperial Palaces of China to loving homes
world-wide. Measuring just 11 inches at the shoulder, the Shih-Tzu makes an
excellent pet for city dwellers - and can even live well in an apartment. Friendly
and outgoing, this breed has a very trusting nature and loves the
companionship of humans. They are a good choice for a family with well-behaved
children as they love to play, as long as they are handled with care. The long,
silky coat requires daily brushing to keep it's elegant appearance.
"Miss Ella"
Further reading:
Shih
Tzu AKC Breed Standard
Shih
Tzu Reporter
American
Shih Tzu Club
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The French
Bulldog
While theories abound about the exact origin of the
French Bulldog, the most prevalent opinion is that around the mid 1800's
Normandy lace workers from England took smaller bulldogs with them when they
sought work in France. In the farming communities north of France that the lace
workers settled in, the little Bulldogs became very popular as ratters and loyal
family companions and their population began to swell. These little bulldogs
were in fact "culls" of the established Bulldog Breeders in England, who were
generally more than happy to sell these undersized examples of their breed to
fanciers of the "new" breed in England. This was especially true of the "tulip"
eared puppies that cropped up at times in Bulldog litters.
It is inarguable that without the influence of dedicated, turn of the century American fanciers the breed would not be what it is today. It is they that organized the very first French Bulldog Club in the world, and it was they who insisted that the "bat" ear so associated with the breed today was correct. Until that time,
French Bulldogs were shown with either the "bat" or "rose" ear.
All in all, French Bulldogs truly are an International Breed, with fanciers of many nations being responsible for the creation of the loving dogs we know today.
The French Bulldog is a gentle breed that typically has a
happy-go-lucky attitude. Like many other companion dog breeds they require close
contact with humans. They have fairly minimal exercise needs, but do require at
least regular daily walks. Their calm nature makes them excellent choices for apartment dwellers, as does their usually sensible attitude towards barking. As flat faced breed, it is essential that owners understand that French Bulldogs cannot live outdoors. Their bulk and their comprised breathing system makes it impossible for them to regulate their temperature efficiently, and many a family pet has passed away after being accidentally locked outside on a hot day. Be cautious when
exercising your Frenchie during hot or humid weather, as well.
French Bulldogs can play too roughly for some smaller children, and should be monitored at all times during play. As well, children should be cautioned not to pick French Bulldogs up, as their size can mask how truly heavy they actually are.
French Bulldogs are essentially a bull and terrier breed, and as such, it is not surprising to learn that canine aggression can sometimes
occur. Generally, this takes the form of same sex aggression, with the bitches being the most culpable in this respect. Owners considering adding a second dog to their household are usually cautioned to choose one of the opposite sex. Spaying or neutering can do much to curb aggressive tendencies before they begin.
French Bulldogs can be stubborn, and early and consistent obedience training is highly recommended. Housebreaking can be problematic, and crate training is generally the only
efficient method to ensure your carpeting isn't ruined for life.
In general, Frenchies are amiable, good natured, playful dogs, and make excellent companions for families, single persons and the elderly.
(source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_Bulldog )
Further reading:
French Bull Dog Club of America
The
French Bulldog Club of England
The
Long-Haired Miniature Dachshund
The first verifiable references to the dachshund, originally named the "Tachs Kriecher" (badger crawler) or "Tachs Krieger" (badger warrior), come from books written in the early 1700s. Prior to that, there exist references to “badger dogs” and “hole dogs”, but these likely refer to purposes rather than to specific breeds. The original German dachshunds were larger than the modern full-size variety, weighing between 30 and 40 lb. (14 to 18 kg), and originally came in straight-legged and crook-legged varieties (the modern dachshund is descended from the latter). Though the breed is famous for its use in exterminating badgers and badger-baiting, dachshunds were also commonly used for rabbit and fox hunting, for locating wounded deer, and in packs were known to hunt game as large as wild boar and as fierce as the wolverine.
Dachshunds are playful, fun dogs, known for their propensity to chase small animals and birds with great determination and ferocity. Many dachshunds are strong-headed or stubborn, making them a challenge to train. Often, dachshunds are a breed extremely loyal to their owners, a characteristic that is less pronounced in the wire-haired variety.
According to the American Kennel Club’s breed standards, “the Dachshund is clever, lively and courageous to the point of rashness, persevering in above and below ground work, with all the senses well-developed. Any display of shyness is a serious fault.”[2] Their temperament and body language give the impression that they do not know or care about their relatively small and comical stature. Indulged dachshunds may become snappy[3].
The dachshund is known for its deep and soulful eyes and complex and telling facial expressions, the eyes having an allure that is commonly mentioned in writings about the breed. Coat type is often associated with characteristic temperaments; the long-haired variety, for instance, is considered to be less excitable than the other types, having been cross-bred with the even-tempered Spaniel in order to obtain its characteristic long coat. Because of the breed's characteristic barrel-like chest, the dachshund's lungs are unusually large, making for a sonorous and richly timbred bark that belies the dog's true size.
(source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dachshund )
Further reading:
Dachshund
Club of America, Inc
The
Dachshund Club (UK)
National
Dachshund Council (of Australia)
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