tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960Sun, 01 Jan 2012 03:52:01 +0000Turkish DogRussian Dog BreedsFighting DogBasque DogL Dog BreedsSwitzerland DogTerrierSmall DogMedium sized dogsB Dog BreedA dog breedsDog EventJapanese Dog BreedsDog NewsN Dog BreedsChihuahuaList of Dog BreedsLarge Size Dog BreedsAustrian DogLarge Dog SizeItalian dog breedsT-Z Dog BreedsLarge DogTerrier Dog BreedO Dog BreedsUK DogC Dog BreedsR Dog BreedsAfrican DogE Dog BreedsDog SensesDog BreedH Dog BreedsDog TrainingArgentinian DogAmerican dog breedsBelgian DogI Dog BreedsFrench DogEnglish FoxhoundLarga sized dog breedSpanish BulldogG Dog BreedsM Dog BreedsDogHungarian dog breedsS Dog BreedsHunting DogF Dog BreedsScottish DogD Dog BreedsSmall Terrier Dog BreedNorwegian Dog BreedsP Dog BreedsK Dog BreedsEnglish DogDog InsuranceSlovakian Dog BreedGerman DogJ Dog BreedsBosnian Dog BreedsDog DiseasesAustralian DogDogs Breeds Informationhttp://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Gen777)Blogger457125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-3155489518619082486Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:27:00 +00002011-08-25T07:31:34.345-07:00Dog NewsThe dog of a slain US Navy SEAL remained loyal even in death — refusing to walk away from his owner's casket during the funeral service. Petty Officer Jon Tumilson, 35, from San Diego, was one of 30 troops killed in Afghanistan when a Chinook helicopter was shot down by Taliban insurgents on August 6. His funeral was held in Rockford, Iowa, last Friday. During the service, attended byhttp://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/08/loyal-dog-refuses-to-leave-soldiers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-7538405228671372818Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:54:00 +00002011-07-29T06:57:41.805-07:00Dog NewsThe saying, “dog is man’s best friend” certainly wasn’t meant to include their role in medical research. But recent work by researchers at the Seoul National University highlights – literally – the growing role for dogs in genetics research. The team inserted a gene into a group of dogs that made them glow under UV light. The glowing canines certainly make for an awesome party trick, and will http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/07/korean-genetic-scientists-create-glow.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-9062237987580865948Fri, 22 Jul 2011 05:02:00 +00002011-07-21T22:06:12.575-07:00Dog News(Reuters) - Celebrity bounty hunter Duane "Dog" Chapman received a scathing public rebuke from a western Colorado sheriff, who accused the flamboyant reality TV star of reckless showmanship in bringing his latest bail-jumper to justice. Mesa County Sheriff Stan Hilkey said Chapman engaged in "profit-driven peacockery" and disregarded public safety when he delivered the injured, http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/07/colorado-sheriff-blasts-dog-bounty.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-5578049380974730226Wed, 06 Jul 2011 18:00:00 +00002011-07-06T11:04:03.865-07:00Dog SensesVision of Dog Like most mammals, dogs are dichromats and have color vision equivalent to red-green color blindness in humans (deuteranopia). Dogs are less sensitive to differences in grey shades than humans and also can detect brightness at about half the accuracy of humans. The dog's visual system has evolved to aid proficient hunting. While a dog's visual acuity is poor (that of a poodle's http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/07/senses-of-dog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-7289326812980849737Sat, 07 May 2011 02:16:00 +00002011-05-06T19:20:31.978-07:00DogIn the USA, cats and dogs are a factor in more than 86,000 falls each year. It has been estimated around 2% of dog-related injuries treated in UK hospitals are domestic accidents. The same study found that while dog involvement in road traffic accidents was difficult to quantify, dog-associated road accidents involving injury more commonly involved two-wheeled vehicles.Toxocara canis (dog http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/05/dog-health-risks-to-humans.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-1961103853770525362Sat, 02 Apr 2011 16:03:00 +00002011-04-02T09:07:12.863-07:00Feeding table scraps to a dog is generally not recommended, at least in excess. Dogs get ample correct nutrition from their natural, normal diet. Otherwise, just as in humans, their diet must consist of the appropriate mix of nutrients, carbohydrates, and proteins, with the appropriate mix to provide all of the minerals and vitamins that they need. A human diet is not ideal for a dog: the http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/04/dog-nutrition-and-obesity.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-4682618295695820334Thu, 10 Mar 2011 17:49:00 +00002011-03-10T09:53:48.466-08:00Dog EventWestminster Dog Show, Category Best in ShowThe 2011 Best In Show Trophy was awarded to "GCH Foxcliffe Hickory Wind" a.k.a. "Hickory," a Scottish Deerhound. More about Scottish Deerhound.GCH Foxcliffe Hickory Wind Breed: Scottish Deerhound Sex: Bitch AKC: HP 20581907 Date of Birth: December 20, 2005 Breeder: Cecilia L Dove & Dr R Scott Dove Sire: Thistleglen Newell Dam: Foxcliffe Summoning http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/03/westminster-dog-show-final-result.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-2185540960638925906Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:07:00 +00002011-03-07T06:09:34.944-08:00Dog DiseasesDog Skeletal and Muscular DisordersOsteoarthritis*, also known as degenerative arthritis, is a common condition in dogs characterized by progressive deterioration of articular cartilage in the joints of the limbs. It can cause a great deal of pain and lameness. Treatment options include medications such as NSAIDs, corticosteroids, and joint fluid modifiers such as glycosaminoglycans. Other http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/03/dog-skeletal-and-muscular-disorders.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-2169120139003370366Fri, 04 Mar 2011 02:06:00 +00002011-03-03T18:07:58.265-08:00Dog DiseasesParasites of Dog Intestinal parasites Hookworms* are a common parasite of dogs. Most common is Ancylostoma caninum, followed by Uncinaria stenocephala and A. braziliense. Signs include diarrhea, vomiting, and weight loss.Tapeworms* are also common and in the dog are usually Dipylidium caninum, which is spread by ingesting fleas and lice. Also common is Taenia pisiformis, spread by ingesting http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/03/parasites-of-dog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-3855307986588569195Tue, 22 Feb 2011 14:19:00 +00002011-02-22T06:30:36.162-08:00Dog DiseasesDog Deseases: Viral infections Rabies (hydrophobia) is a fatal viral disease that can affect any mammal, although the close relationship of dogs with humans makes canine rabies a zoonotic concern. Vaccination of dogs for rabies is commonly required by law. Please see the article dog health for information on this disease in dogs.Canine parvovirus is a sometimes fatal gastrointestinal infection http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/02/dog-infectious-diseases.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-1964523161238284197Fri, 18 Feb 2011 14:15:00 +00002011-02-18T06:16:54.408-08:00Dog TrainingFundamentally, dog training is about communication. From the human perspective, the handler is communicating to the dog what behaviors are correct, desired, or preferred in what circumstances and what behaviours are undesirable. A handler must understand communication from the dog. The dog can signal that he is unsure, confused, nervous, happy, excited, and so on. The emotional state of the http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/02/dog-training-is-about-communication.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-7166546961819066369Tue, 15 Feb 2011 06:41:00 +00002011-02-14T22:43:38.460-08:00Dog TrainingMost dogs live with people who want them to behave in ways that make them pleasant to be around, keep them safe, and provides for the safety of other humans and pets. Dogs do not figure out basic obedience on their own. The fundamental rule that must be remembered is that one should never apply human standards of society onto the dog with the assumption that the dog will understand. The http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/02/basic-dog-training.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-7002137206274610734Thu, 10 Feb 2011 14:23:00 +00002011-02-11T03:59:26.251-08:00Dog TrainingMany dog owners teach their dogs tricks. This serves several purposes: it develops a stronger relationship between the dog and human, it provides entertainment, and it engages the dog's mind, which can help to alleviate problems caused by boredom. Dog Training tools Tool Definition Choke Collar The choke collar is a length of metal-link chain with a large circular ring on either end. The http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/02/dog-training-tricks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-9033163958047583333Thu, 03 Feb 2011 13:38:00 +00002011-02-03T05:51:46.928-08:00Small DogT-Z Dog BreedsThe Yorkshire terrier is a small dog breed of terrier type, developed in the 19th century in the historical area of Yorkshire, England. The defining features of the breed are its small size, less than 3.2 kg or 7.03 pounds, and its silky blue and tan coat. The breed is nicknamed Yorkie and is placed in the Toy Terrier section of the Terrier Group by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/02/yorkshire-terrier.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-659214786222730151Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:25:00 +00002011-02-02T08:29:06.799-08:00T-Z Dog BreedsThe Wirehaired Pointing Griffon (Korthals Griffon or Griffon d'arrêt à poil dur Korthals in France and Quebec) is a breed of dog used in hunting as a gundog. It is sometimes considered to be Dutch in ancestry, due to the breed founder, Eduard Korthals, nationality. Others consider the Griffon to be a German breed because Korthals kennel, Ipenwoud, was located in Biebesheim am Rhein, Germany. Ithttp://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/02/wirehaired-pointing-griffon-korthals.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-1666170739792685492Mon, 31 Jan 2011 11:40:00 +00002011-01-31T03:44:47.881-08:00Hunting DogT-Z Dog BreedsThe Wirehaired Vizsla is a dog breed originating in Hungary. Wirehaired Vizslas are known as excellent hunting dogs, and also have a level personality making them suited for families. The Wirehaired Vizsla is a versatile, natural hunter endowed with an excellent nose and an above average trainability. Although they are lively, gentle mannered, demonstrably affectionate and sensitive, they http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/wirehaired-vizsla.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-407318990413442766Sun, 30 Jan 2011 12:50:00 +00002011-01-30T05:00:17.380-08:00T-Z Dog BreedsThe White Shepherd Dog emerged from white coat lines of the German Shepherd Dog. It has been recognized (on a provisional basis) as a breed by the FCI on 26/11/2002 as the Berger Blanc Suisse.White Shepherd Dog AppearanceThe White Shepherd is a direct descendant of the German Shepherd Dog and the two breeds share common roots and are similar in appearance. However, the White Shepherd evolved http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/white-shepherd-dog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-4043515142183870818Sat, 29 Jan 2011 18:28:00 +00002011-01-29T10:31:50.384-08:00English DogT-Z Dog BreedsThe White English Bulldog is a very old and rare breed of dog that originated in the Southern United States. Said to be the original bulldog from England unchanged. Surviving in isolated pockets of the South. Hence the name White English Bulldog. They were original bred for farm utility work. They would guard the farm, control unruly cattle as well as catch farmers hogs that were raised freehttp://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/white-english-bulldog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-2648773927350442153Sat, 29 Jan 2011 18:23:00 +00002011-01-29T10:27:57.480-08:00T-Z Dog BreedsThe Whippet is a breed of dog in the sighthound family. They are active and playful and are physically similar to a small Greyhound. Their popularity has led to the reuse of the Whippet name on a large number of things, from cars to cookies.Whippets are a medium-size dog averaging in weight from 15 to 30 lb (6.8–14 kg), with height (under the FCI standard) of 18.5 - 20 inches (47 - 51 cm) for http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/whippet.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-8589805283609348099Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:17:00 +00002011-01-28T10:20:46.727-08:00Hunting DogT-Z Dog BreedsThe Wetterhoun (Frisian Water Dog) is a breed of dog traditionally used as a hunting dog for hunting small mammals and waterfowl in the province of Friesland in the Netherlands. The name of the dog comes from the West Frisian Wetterhûn meaning "water dog." Plural of Wetterhoun is Wetterhounen in Dutch. The breed may also be called the Otterhoun (not to be confused with the Otterhound) or Dutch http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/wetterhoun-frisian-water-dog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-2682385383042187337Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:13:00 +00002011-01-28T10:16:40.270-08:00Small DogT-Z Dog BreedsThe Westphalian Dachsbracke is a small, short legged scenthound, a breed of dog originating in Westphalia, a region of Germany. The Westphalian Dachsbracke was used in Sweden to develop the Drever.The Westphalian Dachsbracke (Westfälische Dachsbracke) is a smaller, short legged version of the Deutsche Bracke, and very similar in size and appearance to the Drever, but 2 cm shorter (the Drever was http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/westphalian-dachsbracke.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-2674619104018717477Thu, 27 Jan 2011 13:56:00 +00002011-01-27T06:05:06.938-08:00T-Z Dog BreedsThe West Siberian Laika, WSL, is a breed of hunting dog developed by the indigenous people of Northern Ural and West Siberia. They used Laikas mostly for treeing squirrels and hunting small predators with valuable fur. Communism in Russia destroyed the traditional way of life of these people and brought them and their hunting dogs to the brink of extinction. Industrialization in Siberia http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/west-siberian-laika.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-6238039076839296072Wed, 26 Jan 2011 21:57:00 +00002011-01-26T14:00:03.370-08:00Small DogT-Z Dog BreedsThe West Highland White Terrier, commonly known as the Westie, is a breed of dog with a distinctive white coat. Originating in Scotland, the breed was used to seek and dig out foxes and badgers. This breed is commonly recognized through its use as a mascot for Black & White (a brand of Scotch whisky), Cesar brand dog food, and various other logos.Commonly, Westies have bright, deep-set eyes that http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/west-highland-white-terrier.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-1511472015138048821Tue, 25 Jan 2011 12:28:00 +00002011-01-25T04:31:02.285-08:00T-Z Dog BreedsThe Welsh Terrier is a breed of dog, one of many British terrier breeds. It was originally bred for hunting fox, rodents and badger, but during the last century it has mainly been bred for showing. Despite this, it has retained its terrier strength of character and so requires firm, non-aggressive handling. The Welsh Terrier originates from Wales and has been claimed to be the oldest http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/welsh-terrier.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3990250508854796960.post-2347175911595235954Tue, 25 Jan 2011 12:21:00 +00002011-01-25T04:27:44.026-08:00T-Z Dog BreedsThe Welsh Springer Spaniel is a breed of dog and a member of the spaniel family. Thought to be comparable to the old Land Spaniel, they are similar to the English Springer Spaniel and historically have been referred to as both the Welsh Spaniel and the Welsh Cocker Spaniel. They were relatively unknown until a succession of victories in dog trials by the breed increased its popularity. http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/welsh-springer-spaniel.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gen777)