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Munsterlander (Small) or Heidewachtel, Munsterlander (Small) or Heidewachtel Dog, Munsterlander (Small) or Heidewachtel Breeders


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Germany

MOST SUITED AS Field sports dog and family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 50 - 56cm (19 1/2 - 22in) for dogs and 52 - 56cm (20 1/2 - 22in) for bitches. Variations of 2cm (1/2in) are permitted.

COAT
The Heidewachtel ( or small Munsterlander) has a long-haired coat that is lank or lightly waved. The color is usually brown with white but brown roan is also permissible.

CARE REQUIRED
Check the ear passages regularly to ensure they are clean and remove any excess hair in the ears, and trim such hair between the pads of the feet. The coat should be groomed with brush and comb about twice a week. Occasionally light-brown hairs appear on the brown areas of the coat. These hairs should be plucked out. These dogs are only fully physically mature at three years.

CHARACTER
The Heidewachtel loves to swim(got that pool owners?), is obedient, intelligent, cunning, gentle-natured, cheerful, and fairly tough on itself.

TRAINING
These fine family pets want to please their hand­ler. Train them with a gentle but consistent approach.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR
Dogs of this breed are renowned for getting on well with children. They also mix well with other dogs and household pets without any problem.

EXERCISE
This is primarily a field sports dog with tremendous stamina. If you are unable to work them in the field, then find alternatives such as agility skills trials or fly-ball - which are both ideal for them. Take this dog regularly to woods and open countryside and let it retrieve objects out of the water, they love it and will hit the water with a splash from a full run.

Munsterlander (Small) or Heidewachtel, Munsterlander (Small) or Heidewachtel Dog, Munsterlander (Small) or Heidewachtel Breeders,
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Neapolitan Mastiff, Neapolitan Mastiff Dog, Neapolitan Mastiff Breeders, Neapolitan Mastiff Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Italy

MOST SUITED AS Watchdog and family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 65 - 75cm (251/2 - 291/2in) for dogs and 60 - 68cm (231/2-261/2in) for bitches.

COAT
The coat is short-haired and most usually blue-grey; they can also be grey, black, brown, and fox red. All colors may be broken. A little white on the chest or feet is permitted.

CARE REQUIRED
During moulting the dead and loose hairs are best removed with a rubber brush. The breed likes a drought-free and dry place to sleep which must be soft to prevent pressure marks.

CHARACTER
A dominant, watchful, equable, and peaceful dog which is brave, intelligent, not aggressive, affectionate, demanding of itself, and does not really bark.

TRAINING
The Neopolitan Mastiff Mastiff requires a good, well balanced training. Be consistent in approach and do not keep repeating commands that it has failed to obey. These are not dogs for beginners but it is an exaggeration to describe them as difficult in their association with others. A calm handler with natural leadership will achieve the best results with this breed. It is in their nature to protect you and your possessions - it does not need to be reminded.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR
The dogs can be somewhat dominant towards other dogs that they meet, but with regard to children they are generally always loving, pro­vided the children do not tease them. If the dog has had positive experiences with cats and other household pets when young, there should be no problems in this direction.

EXERCISE
Don't let the young Neopolitan Mastiff run and play too much. Limit its exercise because it must on no account be over-tired. Avoid rough games in the growing stage and ensure that all its energy is available to make healthy bones and muscles.
When full-grown the Neopolitan Mastiff has an average demand for exercise.

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New Guinea Singing Dog, New Guinea Singing Dog Breeders, New Guinea Singing Dog Picture


The New Guinea Singing Dog is a relative of the Dingo that is native to New Guinea.

Discovered by Sir Edward Halistrom in 1957, NGSDs remained isolated for almost 6000 years, making them likely the oldest of the pariah dogs. They are unique in their ability to howl in a wolf-like manner, but unlike wolves, Singers modulate the pitch, hence the name. NGSDs have a fox-like appearance, with a double coat that ranges in colour from red to brown, and have a characteristically large carnassial tooth. They stand between 14 and 18 inches (36 to 46 cm), and weigh 17 to 30 pounds (8 to 14 kg)as adults.

Once thought to inhabit the entire island of New Guinea, today populations remain only in remote mountainous areas. They are exceptionally clever, but are hard to keep because of wild behavioral traits. There is some debate as to whether NGSDs are truly domesticated animals, though with proper training, the pack-instinct of the NGSD usually makes it possible to keep the animal. They are a recognized breed by such organizations as the United Kennel Club, which classifies them as a pariah dog.

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Newfoundland, Newfoundland Dog, Newfoundland Breeders, Newfoundland Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Canada
MOST SUITED AS Originally a fisherman's dog, now a family pet

SIZE
The shoulder-height is about 71cm (28in) for dogs and about 66cm (26in) for bitches. Their weight is 50 - 69kg (110 - 1521b).

COAT
The Newfoundland has a water resistent, dou­ble, medium-length, greasy and dense coat. Per­mitted colors are brown or black, with some white on the chest, toes and tip of the tail. Black and white Newfoundlanders exist, but are seldom seen.

CARE REQUIRED
Brush and comb this breed regularly with spe­cial attention to the hindquarters and other areas where tangles quickly form. Trim any excessive hair growth between the pads of the feet.

CHARACTER
Good humored, sociable, gentle-natured, this breed is friendly with people and animals, loves to swim, is not particularly vigilant yet protects its family if it should become necessary. The Newfoundland rarely barks, is self-assured and use a lovable nature

TRAINING
Training must be conducted in a calm and well-balanced manner. They are very sensitive to the tone of your voice.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR
The Newfoundland is a through and through household companion. Any dog, other animal, child, or visitor who has no evil intentions will receive a friendly welcome.

EXERCISE
Avoid all exhausting day-long hikes until the dog is fully grown. They love to swim and this is an ideal form of exercise for the Newfound­land. The thick coat protects them against cold and rain so that they can happily be kept out of doors.

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Norbottenspet , Norbottenspet Dog, Norbottenspet Breeders, Norbottenspet Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Norway

MOST SUITED AS Hunting dog.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is about 45cm (17in) for dogs and 42cm (16 1/2in) for bitches.

COAT
The very short coat is dense, protecting the soft undercoat. Every color is permitted but the ideal color is white with yellow or reddish brown patches.

CARE REQUIRED
Little grooming is needed for the coat of this breed. An occasional brushing, particularly during moulting, is sufficient to keep it in good condition.

CHARACTER
This is an alert dog which is independent, extre­mely active, friendly, likes to bark, is intelli­gent and cunning, and has a mind of its own. The Norbottenspets has considerable stamina, is very energetic and likes to wander.

TRAINING
The very individual nature of this dog means that its handler needs considerable patience, power of persuasion, and an insight into the character of the dog to be able to achieve the most basic levels of training.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR
This dog gets on well with other dogs. Visits by strangers will be announced but that is all. They are friendly with everyone. Animals which were already present in the household will be unquestionably accepted and there will be no problems worth mentioning in their attitude to children - although they will not accept everything a child might do to it.

EXERCISE
The Norbottenspets is very energetic and it requires considerable exercise. Despite its small size, it can happily run alongside a cycle provided this is built up gradually. When running free off the lead, they are quite deaf to your calls - their hunting instincts are stronger than the bond with their handler. If you live sur­rounded by open countryside, this need not be a problem but for those living in more built-up areas an accident is not out of the question so make sure your garden is well fenced. Norbot­tenspets are usually very strong dogs.
West Siberian Laika.

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Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Buhund Dog, Norwegian Buhund Breeders, Norwegian Buhund Picture


The Norwegian Buhund is a breed of dog, specifically a member of the spitz family. The dog is the national dog breed of Norway. It is closely related to Icelandic Sheepdog and Jämthund. In Norwegian, hund means dog and bu refers to both homestead and livestock.

Appearance
The Buhund ranges in size from about 17 to 18 inches, and between 30 to 40 lbs. It comes in wheaten and black. The wheaten color (color of wheat straw) has a variety of shades ranging from light to almost red and with various degrees of shading from dark tipped hairs, including wolf sable, which is recognized in the UK as a separate color.
Two black Buhund Bitches.
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Two black Buhund Bitches.

Temperament
The Buhund is friendly and fun loving and gets along with both people and other animals. They are alert, agile, and quick learners. They possess a good amount of energy, making them good for dog sports and for just going for a good run, or ball play.

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Norwegian Elkhound, Norwegian Elkhound Dog, Norwegian Elkhound Breeders, Norwegian Elkhound Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Norway

MOST SUITED AS Hunting dog for large wild game.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is ideally 52cm (20 1/in) for dogs and 49cm (19in) for bitches. Variance of 2cm (1/2in) is permitted.

COAT
The Elkhound has a thick, woolly, cream-colored under coat and a hard, dense, and longer outer coat. This outer coat comes in various shades of grey, with black markings behind the ears and around the muzzle. There are also black Elk­hounds, which are recognized as a separate breed. The black Elkhounds are permitted to have white markings.

CARE REQUIRED
The coat of an Elkhound requires little grooming. An ideal way to remove loose hairs during moulting is to use a wooden comb with a double row of metal teeth. In common with other Arctic dogs, they do not have the usual smell of dog hair. The coat is both water and dirt resistant.

CHARACTER
The Elkhound is tough on itself, straight forward, equable, friendly, and gentle-natured. However quiet it may be indoors, it will be a bundle of energy outside.

TRAINING
Like other Arctic dogs, the Norwegian Elkhound has a mind of its own and is fairly independent. It is important to be firm with them but show them your affection as well and make sure you are fair with them. You can upset this dog for a long time by pu­nishing it unfairly - and it will let you know how it feels.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR
The Norwegian Elkhound is somewhat reserved with strangers but will greet family friends it knows with enthusiasm. They can be dominant towards their own kind but this is rather the exception than the rule. They usually get on with each other and reasonably well with children too provided they do not pester the dogs. They will announce the presence of visitors but that is all.

EXERCISE
Exercise of an hour a day is the minimum to keep this dog happy. Take it out with you cycling or let it have a really good run in the woods but do not forget that if it gets the scent of wild game, it will be quite deaf to your calls.

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Norwegian Lundehund, Norwegian Lundehund Dog, Norwegian Lundehund Breeders, Norwegian Lundehund Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Norway.

MOST SUITED AS Farm estate dog and sheep-herder. Bu in Nor­wegian means farm or homestead.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 43 - 47cm (17 - 18in) for dogs and 41 - 45cm (161/2 - 17in) for bitches. The weight is 14 - 18kg (31 - 39 1/21b) for dogs and 12 - 16kg (26 1/2 - 35 1/21b) for bitches.

COAT
The Buhund has a soft, woolly thick undercoat with an abundant thick topcoat. The color should be wheaten or biscuit, although black with a little white is also known.

CARE REQUIRED
It is not difficult to keep the coat in good condition. Loose hairs can be removed from the undercoat during moulting with a wooden comb that has a double row of metal teeth.

CHARACTER
This dog is vigilant, cheerful, active and un­tiring, intelligent, attentive and affectionate. It also likes to bark. Norwegian Buhunds are normally quite calm indoors.

TRAINING
The Norwegian Buhund likes to be taught, is intelligent, and also learns very quickly. It requires a firm hand in its training which should be as varied in nature as possible to retain its interest. They like to be busy, enjoy retrieving, and with the right approach to training can shine in various dog sports.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR
The are generally very good with children and get on fine with other dogs and animals of the household. It will pervasively warn you of any strange visitors but that is all - it is no defender.

EXERCISE
The Norwegian Buhund is an energetic dog with considerable stamina. One of its favorite pastimes is retrieving objects. Let it run free off the lead regularly without fear of it running away - its shepherding instincts will prevent it from roaming. It will follow you perfectly on a cycle.

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Norwich and Norfolk Terriers, Norwich and Norfolk Terriers Dog, Norwich and Norfolk Terriers Breeders, Norwich and Norfolk Terriers Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Scotland.

MOST SUITED AS Much used previously as a true terrier (a dog which hunts animals underground), today mainly a family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height of both breeds is about 25cm (91'2in) and both weigh about 4kg (8'121b).

COAT
These breeds have hard wire-haired coats. The hair on the head and ears is shorter than at the neck, belly, and shoulders. It comes in a varie­ty of shades of red, but also in straw-yellow, black with rust-brown, and grey. A small amount of white is permissible although not preferred.

CARE REQUIRED.
Brush and comb the coat regularly and pluck out the old hair. This is a job that you can do yourself or leave to a professional dog trimming salon. This is usually needed about twice per year, depending upon the condition of the coat. Excess hair between the pads of the feet must also be trimmed.

CHARACTER
These are cheerful, lively, and intelligent dogs which are friendly, brave and bold, cunning, enterprising, straight forward, playful, and can be willful.

TRAINING
Both Norwich and Norfolk Terriers learn quite quickly. Make sure you are real consistent with them because they are Terriers with a will of their own.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR
For a Terrier, these are fairly easy dogs in their re­lationship with other dogs. Children too are sel­dom a problem. Visitors will be initially announ­ced by loud barking but then all will be calm.

EXERCISE
These dogs adapt to the circumstances. They will be denied their natural instincts if they are not given the opportunity to dig.

GENERAL
The main difference between a Norwich and a Norfolk Terrier is that the former have erect ears while the latter have drooping ears.

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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Breeders


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Canada

MOST SUITED AS Field sports dog and family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 48 - 7lcm (18 1/2 - 20in) for dogs and 45 - 48cm (17 1/2 - 18 1/2in) for bitches.

COAT
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a double, water-resistant coat of medium-length hair with a softer undercoat. The color is between red and orange, usually with a blaze and a white marking on the tip of the tail, the feet, and the chest.

CARE REQUIRED
The coat does not call for much attention. A brushing once a week is sufficient. During moulting more attention will be required.

CHARACTER
The Toller is a high-spirited, friendly, attentive, and intelligent dog that is obedient, lively, and sociable.

TRAINING
Training does not present much in the way of a problem because these dogs are fast learners which quickly remember new instructions. They also like to work for their handlers.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR
These are excellent family pets which get on well with other dogs, and animals, and which are very patient with children. They bark when they sense danger but that is likely to be all.

EXERCISE
This breed needs quite a lot of exercise and like to swim and retrieve, which are ideal activities for them.With the right training they can do well in sports like fly-ball, agility skills trials, and obedience competitions.

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Old English Sheepdog, Old English Sheepdog Dog, Old English Sheepdog Breeders, Old English Sheepdog Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN England
MOST SUITED AS Sheepdog and family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is a minimum of 60cm (231/2in) for dogs and 56cm (22in) for bitches.

COAT
The coat is luxuriant, rough, tough, and long, with a waterproof under-layer. Permitted colors are blue or different shades of grey. The head, neck, front quarters, and belly are white, with or without markings. White patches in the blue on the back are not permissible.

CARE REQUIRED
These dogs require regular grooming: brush them thoroughly at least once a week, not overlooking the places where tangles form. During moulting it is quite possible to collect half or even a whole rubbish bag full of hair that you have brushed off it. Keep the inside of its ears clean and remove both dirt and hair. The claws must be kept short so clip them regularly. Excessive hair between the pads of the feet should also be trimmed. For successful showing, the rear of the dog must be higher than the shoulders and this is sometimes accentuated for the show ring. Sometimes they are trimmed, which, however unpopular with some enthusiasts, is better than a mass of tangled hair. It begs the question why anyone should acquire a long-haired dog and then have it clipped.

CHARACTER
Intelligent, considerable adaptability, amiable, social, not particularly alert, boisterous, uncom­plicated nature, and likes to be part of the family.

TRAINING
This breed needs gentle and consistent handling during training. It wants to please you and rare­ly displays dominant behavior, making it suit­able for people with little experience of the upbringing of dogs. Because grooming forms so important a part of the general care for this breed, it is important to brush it as young as possible. This prevents grooming degenerating into a wrestling match when it is much larger and stronger.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR
The Old English Sheepdog gets on exception­ally well with other animals, dogs, and children. Visitors too will be greeted warmly.

EXERCISE
This breed needs a fair amount of exercise but it will not misbehave if you miss a day through a shortage of time. Most of the breed are crazy about playing with a ball and are well represented as competitors in various sports.

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Otterhound, Otterhound Dog, Otterhound Breeders, Otterhound Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Great Britain.

MOST SUITED AS Hound and family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is about 67cm (28 1/2in) for dogs and 63cm (24 1/2in) for bitches.

COAT
The coat is rough and weather-resistant. All recognized hound colors are permitted, including plain grey, blue, red, wheaten, sandy, black and tan, and blue and tan.

CARE REQUIRED
The Otterhound must not be clipped because it is supposed to look natural; therefore brush it as little as possible.

CHARACTER
These dogs are friendly, cheerful, boisterous, intelligent, independent, affectionate, equable, but have a mind of their own. They are calm dogs indoors if they have had sufficient exercise.

TRAINING
The Otterhound is not exactly the most obedient dog you could wish for but that does not prevent you from being able to succeed with basic training. The best results are achieved with a soft but consistent hand. Enthusiasts for the Otterhound call this "training with an iron fist in a velvet glove." They have a good scenting nose, are ideally suited to drag-hunting or searching.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
The Otterhound is a friend to all - other dogs, the family pets, children, and people in general.

EXERCISE
They need plenty of exercise yet because they have a tendency to forget everything in the chase after an exciting scent, you should only allow them to run free off the lead where they can be controlled and it is safe. Make sure your garden is well fenced.

SPECIAL REMARKS
Otterhounds can be kept indoors or outside it a kennel.

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Papillon, Papillon Dog, Papillon Breeders, Papillon Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN - Belgium.

MOST SUITED AS - Family Pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height for both breeds is about 28cm (11in).

COAT
The long-haired coat is usually white with co colored patches. A white blaze on the head is desirable.

CARE REQUIRED
Brush regularly and thoroughly and remove loose hairs from the ear passages.

CHARACTER
These are affectionate, lovable, lively little dogs that are playful, intelligent, and keen to learn. They can be jealous of and withdrawn with strangers.

TRAINING
Teach this breed, which is always eager to learn something new, with a gentle hand. Vary instruction by playing ball or with some such reward. These are very intelligent and obedient dogs, that with the right training can perform out­standingly in obedience and agility skills trials, or at fly-ball. Though small, this is not a companion dog, they require activity and stimulation.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
Some of these dogs can be jealous if their owner's attention is directed elsewhere but this does not apply to every dog and is largely dependent upon the way their social training was carried out. In general they get on well with other pets and children.

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Parson Jack Russell Terrier, Parson Jack Russell Terrier Dog, Parson Jack Russell Terrier Breeders, Parson Jack Russell Terrier Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN England.

MOST SUITED AS Hunting dog and family pet.

SIZE
The ideal shoulder-height is 35cm (131/2in) for dogs and 33cm (13in) for bitches.

COAT
There are smooth-haired and rough-haired Parson Jack Russell Terriers. Both types of coat should be wiry, dense, and thick. They are usu­ally predominantly white with tan, lemon, black, or triple-colored markings - preferably restricted to the head and root of the tail.

CARE REQUIRED
The Parson Jack Russell Terrier is easy to care for. During moulting you should remove loose hairs every day with a rubber brush. The rough-haired type requires its coat to be plucked occa­sionally.

CHARACTER
This is a very active, intelligent and cunning dog that is vigilant, bold and enterprising, hard upon itself, brave (sometimes foolhardy), has plenty of self-confidence - verging on dominance - and is quite independent.

TRAINING
These dogs can learn very quickly but have the tendency to try to have their own way in everything. Do not let yourself be won over by their mischievous charm; they know perfectly well ow to try to win you over. Remain consistent all times!

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
Generally this breed produces uncomplicated ad socially acceptable dogs. They get on well with other household pets and love to play with children. When their social training has been good, they can also get on with the household it but they frequently cannot resist the urge to chase a cat which runs away from them - they are still hunting dogs! Somewhat dominant dogs can often be foolhardy in the presence of larger dogs. Visiting strangers will always be announced.

EXERCISE
This breed has enormous reserves of energy and you must do your best to find ways to burn this ff. They get no pleasure at all out of three short circuits of the neighborhood. The Parson Jack Russell Terrier needs to run about and frolic every day and they love to dig. They will feel absolutely at home on a farm here they can also be useful in dealing with vermin. They are ideally suited for activities such as agility skills and fly-ball.

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Patterdale Terrier, Patterdale Terrier Dog, Patterdale Terrier Breeders, Patterdale Terrier Picture


The Patterdale Terrier is native to the Lake District of Cumbria in Northwest England. The name Patterdale refers to a village a little south of Ullswater and a few miles east of Helvellyn.

Appearance
According to breed standards, they stand between 25,5 cm (10 inches) and 38 cm (15 inches) at the withers and weighs between 4,5 kg (10 pounds) and 11 kg (24 pounds). The size depends on the quarry. In Great Britain, all sizes are in use, depending on the terrain and the quarry. Quarry here is mostly fox. In the eastern United States, smaller is preferred and 30 cm (12 inches) tall and 5.5 kg (12 pounds) is considered the maximum usable size for groundhogs (aka woodchucks). However, larger (9 - 12 kg) is preferred when hunting raccoons in excess of 13 kg (29 pounds).

95% of the breed is black, but bronze (black that shines brown in sunlight), grizzle, chocolate, red, liver (with red nose)and black-and-tan are also acceptable. White feet and white chest markings appear in all coat colors. Coats are smooth, rough, or broken-coated. However, this breed is rarely shown and breeders are more concerned with the practicality of the breed than with outward appearances. Practicality means strong neck, jaws, and teeth; staying power at bay; ability to squeeze into tight burrows; durability and endurance; and peaceful with humans, livestock, and other dogs.

Temperament
Most Patterdale puppies are bold and confident beyond their capabilities, and therefore are never, or briefly, entered to rats as they soon lose all caution when confronted with quarry of any size. Many a bold pup has lost his life in a raccoon den while on a casual walk-in-the-woods in the States. They have great stamina and can work quarry all day, or play all day with the kids. Yet, indoors they are relaxed and quiet. They have been exported abroad notably to the States where they appear to be used primarily as hunting dogs.

An excellent book about the origin of the breed and fell terriers in general is The Fell Terrier by D. Brian Plummer from The Boydell Press. Plummer goes into depth describing the land and the people that shaped the big dog in the small package currently called the Patterdale Terrier.

History
The Patterdale Terrier of modern times refers to the mainly black smooth coated fell terrier first popularized by Cyril Breay from Kirkby Lonsdale and Frank Buck from Leyburn in Yorkshire during the early part of the 1950s. At that time, any "typey" fell terrier being shown in the Lake District was called a Lakeland Terrier, or simply called a coloured terrier, whether or not they were from Ullswater county. In the early 1960s, Brian Nuttall of Holmes Chapel began breeding dogs that he acquired from his grandfather and from Breay and Buck blood lines. These dogs were carefully linebred. Nuttall blood lines are still considered to be of the highest quality and adds a bit to the price of a puppy. The modern Patterdale Terrier is to fell terriers, what the Jack Russell Terrier is to hunt terriers—the indisputable leader in numbers and performance as a breed.

They were developed in the harsh environment in the north of England that is unable to sustain agriculture and too hilly in the main for cattle. Sheep farming is the dominant farming activity on these hills. Foxes being perceived by farmers to be predatory on sheep and small farm animals, terriers are used for predator control. Unlike the hunt terriers to the south, typified by the Jack Russell terriers of today, which are bred to bolt a fox to continue the chase, or to bay the fox until the fox can be dug to, these fell terriers were bred to bolt the fox or dispatch it, if it chooses to fight. Where much of the "earths" in south of England are an easy dig, much of the north of England includes "earths" too rocky and/or too deep to dig. The fell terriers that survived to pass on their genes, have created a truly "tough as nails" dog.

Some puppies are allowed to chase rabbits, but most tire of chasing any quarry that won't turn and fight.

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Pekingese, Pekingese Dog, Pekingese Breeders, Pekingese Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN - China.

MOST SUITED AS - Companion dog.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is about 20cm (7 1/2in) and these dogs weigh 4 - 5kg (8 1/2 - 11 1b).

COAT
The abundant long-haired coat has a copious undercoat. A wide range of colors are known for the breed with the most usual being black and beige, sometimes combined with white. There are no albino or liver-colored Pekingese.

CARE REQUIRED
This breed requires intensive grooming of its coat. Teach them when young to regard it as something enjoyable, to prevent wrestling matches every time you use a brush and comb when they grow up. Pay special attention to the hair under the leg joints, on the belly, and the legs, where tangles form most readily. Before, during, and after grooming you can use talcum powder or dry shampoo. Give attention to the facial creases where infections are otherwise likely to occur. Clip the excess hair from between the pads of the feet.

CHARACTER
These are affectionate, noble dogs that possess a winning way. They can be both self-centered and stubborn, but they are intelligent, brave, and not particularly fond of strangers. They choose who will be their "boss."

TRAINING
Although a Pekingees will not let you lay down the law to it, it is essential to teach it some basic principles if you do not want to be saddled with a bad-tempered dog that wants its own way. Praise it when it does something well but do not punish too harshly when it gets it wrong - this is the best way to achieve anything.
A Pekingees that has been punished will with¬draw feeling very hard done by and affronted.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
Pekingese do not generally have problems in mixing with other animals although this has a lot to do with the extent to which they have been socially trained. Since they do not like to be disturbed when they are resting, they are less suitable for a household with young children.

EXERCISE
Because of their physique, the majority of these dogs are not too fond of long walks. As they have relatively small demands for exercise, they make an ideal dog for those living towns or for people who are themselves less active

GENERAL
you regard grooming as a necessary evil, a breed such as this is best avoided.

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Perro de Agua Espanol, Perro de Agua Espanol Dog, Perro de Agua Espanol Breeders, Perro de Agua Espanol Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Spain

MOST SUITED AS Water dog, herding dog, and family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 40 - 50cm (15 1/2 - 19 1/2in) for dogs and 38 - 45cm (15 - 17 1/2in) for bitches.

COAT
The curly, woolly, and weather protective coat should form cords when it becomes longer. The most usual colors are brown, black, white, black and white, or brown and white.

CARE REQUIRED
This dog needs little grooming. Unlike the Puli or Komondor which have similar coats, the cords form themselves. It is permissible to cut the cords short.

CHARACTER
The Perro de Agua Espanol is an active, friendly, and intelligent dog that is eager to learn, playful, sociable, vigilant, and enterprising.

TRAINING
This breed learns new instructions quickly so that training should present no major problems.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
These dogs usually get along with other dogs and with children and other animals without problems. They need to get to know cats so that the company of them will also cause no difficulties. They will warn of danger but little more.

EXERCISE
This breed has fairly substantial exercise demands. They like to swim, enjoy retrieving, and usually perform well in both obedience competitions and at fly-ball.

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Perro de Presa Canario, Perro de Presa Canario Dog, Perro de Presa Canario Breeders, Perro de Presa Canario Picutre


The Perro de Presa Canario is a large dog, originally bred as guard dogs.

Appearance
They have thick skin and short fur that comes in fawn, brindle (various shades), and black; white is allowed up to 20 percent. No shades of blue are allowed in competition. Males average around 125 pounds and females roughly 105 pounds.

Many breeders are trying to change the functionality of this breed by breeding males above 140 pounds, which causes health, endurance, and other issues.

History
The breed is originally from the Canary Islands in the 1800s. Its exact ancestry is unknown, but enthusiasts believe that an already established farm dog from the Canary Islands by the name of Majero bardino majorero was crossed with the Mastiffs and Old-Style Bulldogs that were brought from Europe to the Islands, creating the modern Presa Canario. Like many fighting dogs, the breed became nearly extinct after dog fighting was outlawed in the 1940s, but it was revived in the 1970s. It is sometimes referred to in English as a "Canarian Dog" and in Spanish simply a "Presa".

Health
Hip dysplasia is known to occur(rarely)in this breed.

Aggression
As with any breed, those interested in purchasing a Presa Canario should carefully research breeders and a dog's ancestry to ensure that the breeding lines are healthy. Some enthusiasts hold that, if the dog's pedigree cannot be traced back to the Canary Islands, it is not a true Presa Canario but rather a Bandog.

As Presa Canarios are often bred for fighting or as attack dogs, this breed has a reputation of fierce loyalty to its owners and vicious aggression to any other person or animal perceived as a threat. Owners should be vigilant about purchasing from reputable dealers and ensuring the dog receives obedience training.

They are considered dangerous dogs in some countries, with breeding and keeping restrictions applied.


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Pharaoh Hound, Pharaoh Hound Dog, Pharaoh Hound Breeders, Pharaoh Hound Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Malta.

MOST SUITED AS Hunting dog (by sight, hearing, and scent), and family pet.

SIZE
The ideal shoulder-height is 56cm (22in) for dogs and 53cm (20 1/2in) for bitches.

COAT
These dogs have a short, shiny coat in colors ranging from light to dark reddish-brown. A white tip to the tail is a desirable feature, and white markings on the chest, feet, and even a small white blaze are all permissible.

CARE REQUIRED
The Pharaoh Hound needs little grooming. It is only necessary to remove dead and loose hairs with a rubber brush.

CHARACTER
This is a reasonably independent dog which is playful, brave, equable, not intrusive, affectionate, and loyal to its handler and family. It is also peaceful in the house, friendly, intelligent, and reasonably obedient. The Pharaoh Hound has considerable stamina and deeply rooted hunting instincts.

TRAINING
Training should not be too difficult. The hand­ler needs to understand the dog's character and to be consistent in approach.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
Dogs of this breed can be rather dominant towards other males. They tend to get on with children but treat strangers with reserve. Cats and other animals do not make ideal house­hold companions for this breed because they will be regarded as prey. However with the right approach and very early social training, they can be taught to live with the household cat.

EXERCISE
The Pharaoh Hound needs lots of exercise. Set aside an hour each day to cycle with the dog. Coursing is an alternative if you do not wish to hunt with the dog. These dogs can keep on running if they spy or scent wild game because they never lose their instinct to hunt alone.To prevent this, you will need a sound high fence around your garden because they can jump very high.

GENERAL
The Pharaoh Hound is often considered to be a bit of a Greyhound because it hunts by sight, sound, and scent.

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Picardy Shepherd Dog, Picardy Shepherd Dog Breeders, Picardy Shepherd Dog Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN France
MOST SUITED AS Watchdog, sheepdog, and family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is a minimum of 60cm (231/2in) for dogs and 56cm (22in) for bitches.

COAT
The coat consists of coarse and wiry, medium-length hair. The colors are grey, grey-black, blue-grey, red-grey, and light or darker fawn. A small white patch on the feet is not desirable but is permissible.

CARE REQUIRED
The Picardy Shepherd requires regular groom¬ing with both brush and comb. The coat should on no account be trimmed.

CHARACTER
Energetic, intelligent, alert, loyal, amiable with children, and a little willful. Usually they behave rather detachedly towards strangers. They like to bark and do so frequently which is a disadvantage if you live surrounded by other people.

TRAINING
The Picardy Shepherd must be properly socialized when young if it is to grow up as a well-balanced dog. Training this breed, which is full of character, is not an easy matter since they can be wilful and can sometimes be subject to fits of bad humor. If you decide on this breed, then you must learn to accept these moods; try hard not to break the dog's resistance because this can really harm its character.

They are very sensitive to the voice and it is necessary to tread carefully as you first begin to train them. Cheerfully given commands gene­rally work best.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
Contact with other animals and children is not generally a problem. The Picardy Shepherd wants lots of attention from its handler and is not happy to share it with other dogs.

EXERCISE
This breed of dog requires lots of exercise. Run­ning alongside a cycle, swimming, and walking are all ideal ways to channel their energy in a positive direction.
They enjoy agility and flyball, though they are not able to compete with dogs such as border collies.

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Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Polish Lowland Sheepdog Dog, Polish Lowland Sheepdog Breeders, Polish Lowland Sheepdog Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Poland
MOST SUITED AS Sheepdog and family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 45 - 50cm (171/2 - 191/2in) for dogs and 42 - 47cm (161/2 - 181/2in) for bitches. Dogs weigh about 20kg (441b), while bitches are in the region of 18kg (391/21b).

COAT
This breed has a long, wire-haired coat with a soft under-layer. All colors are permitted - the most usual being white with grey or black, or plain grey.

CARE REQUIRED
The coat needs to be groomed thoroughly with a brush once a week to prevent tangles.

CHARACTER
This animated, happy, and alert dog has a good memory, is obedient and intelligent, affec­tionate, and slightly lacking in confidence with strangers.

TRAINING
This breed is easy to educate. The dog learns quickly and is happy to do things for its handler.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a breed that is excellent with children, dogs, and other pets. Visitors will be announced at the top of its voice.

EXERCISE
This dog's origins are as a working dog. Pre­viously it watched over the herds and flocks on the extensive Polish plains and it remains a herding dog in heart and mind. Consequently it is not a town dog which will be content with three little outings per day. Its brain needs stimulating with changes of scenery and preferably with something to do. Join a dog group where it can join in agility training, or fly-ball which are both activities it will relish.

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Pomeranian, Pomeranian Dog,Pomeranian Breeders, Pomeranian Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Germany.

MOST SUITED AS Companion and pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height of the smaller Pomeranians is 18 - 22cm (7 - 8 1/2in) and 23 - 28cm (9 - 11in) for the larger ones.

COAT
These dogs have long, erect hairs and a thick undercoat. The colors are plain white, orange, black, brown, or grey.

CARE REQUIRED
The coat should be well combed with a coarse comb every three weeks and then lightly brushed. If you use too fine a comb or groom the dog fre­quently, you run the risk of damaging the undercoat.

CHARACTER
This is a lively dog, which is boisterous, can be too brave, is intelligent, eager to learn, very loyal to its handler and family, vigilant, energetic, has a delightful nature and does not cling to its handler.

TRAINING
Teach this dog early that it may bark a couple of times when the doorbell rings or there are visitors but then to keep quiet. Be very consistent about this! Pomeranians are generally fairly easy to train because they are so intelligent and eager to learn.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
Too much attention from children can make these dogs rather nervous. They usually get along with other dogs and household animals without problem. Some of them think they are much larger and do not hesitate to attack much bigger dogs. You need to protect them from themselves.

EXERCISE
Both breeds are happy with short walks and like to play in the garden but they can walk a distance without becoming tired.

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Poodle (Standard), Poodle (Standard) Dog, Poodle (Standard) Breeders, Poodle (Standard) Picture


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN France.

MOST SUITED AS Hunting dog by origin but now a family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 35 - 45cm (13 1/2 - 17 1/2in).

COAT
The coat consists of fine, woolly but frizzy hair. Acceptable colors are monotone white, black, apricot, brown, and grey. Poodles that form corded coats after a time are very exceptional.

CARE REQUIRED
Show dogs have to be clipped out according to the breed style. This requires considerable skill and knowledge and is best left to a profession­al specialist salon. Keeping a dog in this condition requires not only considerable time but also costs a great deal of money. The Poodle is regarded as one of the most difficult breed standard patterns to achieve if not the most difficult. The competition is usually considerable in the show ring. Poodles that are kept as pets are usually closely trimmed, leaving longer hair on the head, the ears, and the legs. The grooming requirements for these house hold pets is considerably easier than with show dogs. They do not shed hair. Check the teeth for tartar and clean the ears regularly. Poodles can be washed quite often.

CHARACTER
These are extremely intelligent, high spirited dogs which are lively, affectionate, sociable with other dogs, that are loyal to their handler. Most of them love to swim.

TRAINING
This breed is fairly easy to train because they learn so quickly. They can win the attention of the top people in various dog sports such as fly ball and agility skills trials.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
These dogs get on well with their own kind and with other household pets; there is also unlikely to be any problem with children. You will always be warned of visitors.

EXERCISE
This Poodle needs fairly substantial exercise. Most of them like to swim and to retrieve.

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