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... ing nonsense articles. If you want to test things out, edit the sandbox instead. Take a look at the welcome page if you would like to learn more about contributing to our encyclopedia. Jsc83 17:31, 12 May 2 ...
Turkish Kangal
... breed, as well as introducing unwanted temperament traits. They also point to the apparent preference for Kangal breeding stock, and "Karabash" color, by Anatolian breeders in recent years as a tacit admission ...
Kangal Dog
... breed, as well as introducing unwanted temperament traits. They also point to the apparent preference for Kangal breeding stock, and "Karabash" color, by Anatolian breeders in recent years as a tacit admission ...
American Staffordshire Terrier
... , but your AmStaff type breed really wants to enjoy playtime with you and the kids. Similarities to other Bull TerriersThe American Staffordshire Terrier and the American Pit Bull Terrier ...
Bulldog
... Bulldogs require daily cleaning of their face folds to avoid unwanted infections caused by moisture accumulation. Daily teeth brushing with a regular human soft toothbrush using a vet approved toothpaste ...
Poodle
... n be as simple or elaborate as the owner wants. The hair under the tail should always be kept short to keep feces from getting matted in the fur. Most owners also keep the feet and face clipped short to keep di ...
English White Terrier
... he inevitable, and give place to dogs better suited to the wants and conveniences of the present day than they unfortunately are." AppearanceFrom "Modern Dogs" by Rawdon Lee Briggs (1894) ...
Sabueso español
... d convict Selden. Barrymore and his wife tell the baronet that they want to depart from the area as soon as is convenient, and the Hall is in general a somber place. Watson has trouble sleeping that night, and ...
Norwich Terrier
... s grooming requirement is not for everyone. If you don't want to learn it (or do not like to do it), consider getting a breed of dog without this grooming requirement. Otherwise, you will need to find a groomer ...
Italian Greyhound
... erally eat when they want to as opposed to at a fixed feeding time and they only consume needed portions. Unlike many other dogs and except in rare cases, overfilling an Italian Greyhound's food bowl will not r ...
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
... llers only want dogs that are bred in Nova Scotia, believing that Nova Scotian dogs are the only "true" Tollers. The Toller's hereditary diseases include:Addison's DiseaseProgressive retinal atrophyHip ...
Bearded Collie
... . She was so fascinated by the dog that she wanted to start breeding, so she started looking for a mate for Jeannie. A man she met one day while walking along the beach was about to emigrate from Scotland, so M ...
German Wirehaired Pointer
... y originated in Germany, where breeders wanted to develop a rugged, versatile hunting dog that would work closely with either one person or a small party of persons hunting on foot in varied terrain; from the m ...
Dutch Shepherd Dog
... are very active dogs. They have a strong "work ethic", constantly wanting to work and move. Thus it is exceptionally suited for all types of dog sports, particularly schutzhund, competitive obedience, agility, ...
Australian Kelpie
... ich promotes the dog as a working breed, apparently does not want the breed to be promoted by the AKC. The Svenska Working Kelpie Klubben also does not permit Working Kelpies to be shown. Working ...
Griffon Bruxellois
... eft outdoors or alone most of the day. A Griffon Bruxellois will want to follow you about the house, on your errands, and to bed." HealthGriffons have a handful of various health issues, ...
German Pinscher
... the mother, find a better breeder.German Pinschers want to be part of the family. They are not happy kept outside, or in a kennel situation. They are happiest on the couch and in bed with the people they ...
Karelian Bear Dog
... a. This close relative was bred by Russian hunters who wanted to distinguish their own Karelian Bear "Laika" from the Karelian Bear Dog in Finland, and introduced other strains of native Russian laikas to the b ...
Toy Poodle
... the owner wants. The hair under the tail should always be kept short to keep feces from getting matted in the fur. Most owners also keep the feet and face clipped short to keep dirt from matting between toes an ...
Magyar Agar
... oses in Hungary. As such, they will tend to want to chase down anything that resembles prey. However, with proper introduction and supervision, they can coexist very well with cats and small dogs. ...
Scottish Deerhound
... exercise; however, the average adult Deerhound may want to spend most of the day stretched out on the floor or a couch sleeping. They do require a stimulus, preferably another Deerhound, and a large area to exe ...
Berger Picard
... and "Tasha" performed in the movie). The trainer, Mark Forbes, wanted a dog that resembled the scruffy mutt on the original book's cover but needed several that looked alike so that production could continue sm ...
Cão de Fila da Terceira
... r describing the release on the talk page. However, you may want to consider rewriting the content in your own words. Thank you, and please feel free to continue contributing to Wikipedia.-- Trysha (talk ...
Catalan Sheepdog
... or people with clear ideas that wants a quiet dog in home and with wishes to go out and run. It is not appropriate for inconsistent and indicisive people. It is very important to create a consistent and early s ...
Mal Shi
... uch as cavities, over crowding, and baby teeth that do not want to come out. They may also have hybrid vigor which occurs when new blood occurs from out of the dog breed circle. Some mal-shi's you should see cl ...
Komondor
... that which wants more to please and would make a good obedience dog or family pet. Adolescence can be marked by changes in a Komondor's temperament, eating habits, trainability and general attitude. Many Komon ...
Hollandse Herder (Dutch Shepherd dog)
... have a strong "work ethic", constantly wanting to work and move. Thus it is exceptionally suited for all types of dog sports, particularly schutzhund, competitive obedience, agility, flyball, and sheepdog trial ...
American Eskimo Dog
... puppies and then discover that they do not want an active, intelligent dog with a heavily shedding coat, many of this breed end up at the animal shelter or otherwise up for adoption, or possibly in more unfort ...
Majestic Tree Hound
... Gascon Hound. These hunters wanted to save the large, cold-nosed, methodical working hound as a type in America, but the Majestic Tree Hound's forebear was the working Bloodhound.
Big game hounds of the old ...
Slovensky Hrubosrsty Stavac (Ohar)
... inter as well. The developer, Kolomana Slimaka, wanted a dog with great stamina which would track, point, retrieve in water or land, and be suitable for a range of prey from birds, hares and other small animals ...
Telomian
... s you, I do not want this list to have just any sighthounds anonymous users have heard of but have not researched, and I have removed quite a few duplicates and breeds which I have absolutely no information on, ...
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
... is important for them to learn their place. They want the pack to be together and gets distressed when a member wanders off. HistoryThe Greater Swiss Mountain Dog was originally a herding ...
Basset Hound
... when they want something or to suggest that they think something is wrong (like a storm is coming). They also use a low, murmuring whine to get attention, which sounds to many owners as though their Bassets are ...
English Bulldog
... leaning of their face folds to avoid unwanted infections caused by moisture accumulation. Daily teeth brushing with a regular human soft toothbrush using a vet approved toothpaste is also recommended.Lik ...
Toy Fox Terrier
... , sensitive and wanting to please. Toy Fox Terriers were used commonly in circus shows by clowns, and they are said to make great companions for owners with a good sense of humor. As a terrier breed, they are o ...
Patterdale Terrier
... including excessive barking, escaping from the yard, or digging in unwanted places inside and outside the house. Prospective Patterdale terrier owners are advised to do their homework, and those seeking workin ...
McNab
... p>Andy McNab came originally from Peckham, London, an adopted son. He wanted to be a helicopter pilot, but after failing the entrance test, he instead joined the Royal Green Jackets. He served in a variety of p ...
Doberman
... pe is still more desirable to many casual owners and to those who want the dog for protection.Dogs bred to the ideal standard are bred to possess a body to meet the "Breed type, " which is to say they can withs ...
Neapolitan Mastiff
... ut learns things very quickly. Once it understands what its master wants, it obeys. They have a very dominant attitude and must be taught from puppyhood that its master is the boss, not the other way around. ...
Belgian Griffon
... oors or alone most of the day. A Griffon Bruxellois will want to follow you about the house, on your errands, and to bed." HealthGriffons have a handful of various health issues, includin ...
Moscow Guard dog
... or watch for, unwanted or unexpected animals or people.Both guard dogs and watch dogs bark to alert their owners of an intruder's presence. The barking is also an attempt at scaring away the intruder. T ...
Pyrenean Shepherd (Pyrenees Sheepdog)
... g dogs have, but in a surprisingly small package. This adaptive dog wants to, and can, do all the jobs on the field, and is a natural herder. A dog that needs a job, its cleverness makes it ideal for other work ...
Österreichischer Kurzhaariger Pinscher
... itten about them and Wikipedia wants us to use references, can I cite a published article I myself have written?Use of photographsAre photographs I take ‘mine’, i.e. can I place them into the Public ...
Small Munsterlander
... e and mental challenge will likely result in unwanted behavior, which is common in highly intelligent, driven breeds. They mature rather slowly over 2.5 to 3 years but a well-trained, mature SM is a hunter with ...
Keeshond
... her watch dogs, Keeshonden have a distinct territory that they want to guard. Therefore, a happy Keeshond should have a yard to watch out for. TrainingThe Keeshond is a very bright dog as ...
Catahoula Bulldog
... like to bite. If you want a Catahoula Bulldog, you need to be very playful! HistoryThe Catahoula Bulldog has been around for over 100 years, for the most part in the southern United State ...
Icelandic Sheepdog
... arking. Thus, they tend to bark when they want something, although this behaviour can be controlled by training.In the Icelandic landscape, sheep often get lost and it has historically been the dog's job ...
Stabyhoun
... air. Their tall is never docked but you can if you want. Also their tall is a nice sizeThe eyes should lie level in the head, and be of medium in size with round with tight lids, without showing haw or t ...
Tasy
... any.// LifeWhen he was younger he initially wanted to become a professional basketball player, however a leg injury prevented him from doing so. He grew up in the "Märkisches Viertel" in ...
Rottweiler
... of the two clubs were different. The DRK wanted to produce working dogs and did not emphasize the morphology of the Rottweiler. The main stud dog of this club was Lord von der Teck. The IRK tried to produce a ...
The Basics Of Training Your Dog
... cipate these rewards and want to please you.If these simple steps are kept in mind, your pets training should be an easy task with many rich rewards. Enjoy your pet and make your bond stronger while train ...
Step by Step Guide to Choosing the Right Dog Breed
... e. Do you live in an apartment? If so, you will want to rule out large dogs. Look for dogs in the Toy group, such as Yorkshire Terriers, or some of the smaller dogs in the Terrier group, like the Miniature Schn ...
Socializing Your Dog With Other Pets
... ture perfect moments that you will want to cherish a lifetime. So keep the camera handy and loaded with film. The candid shots of training at its best provide memories that will last forever. Few things are mor ...
Before You Buy a Dog
... housands of unwanted and abandoned puppies and dogs are destroyed each year. Neutering in the only guaranteed way of preventing unplanned puppies being born, if you consider the horrific alternative methods of ...
How To Teach An Old Dog New Tricks
... ir minds that this behavior is good and is rewarded, thus making them want to repeat the behavior. This will also show the dog or dogs that you are accepting of the cat's presence and you expect him to be accep ...
5 Easy Steps To Stop Your Puppy From Chewing
... uation? Once again, we want to be sure our young charge is healthy to begin, so off to the vets office if you haven't been recently. There is a medical condition that can cause chewing in pups aside from the no ...
Different Training Techniques For Companion Dogs
... person who just wants quiet companionship and something to care for might choose a small dog, such as a Dachshund or Pomeranian. A young gentleman who likes to jog in the evenings might choose a large protecti ...
3 Secrets To Better Dog Training
... who trusts his owner and who sincerely wants to please his companion is far more likely to remain attentive and compliant during the training process.A failure to act gently jeopardizes the training progr ...
Flying with your dog
... Planning a vacation and want to take your dog? Moving across the country or maybe overseas? Here are some helpful tips to make the trip easier for you and your dog.
- Fly as early or as late in the day as ...
Dogs From Animal Shelters
... m the home, maybe up the road. Dogs will no doubt want to urinate fairly early in the proceedings. If it performs in an acceptable area then praise is essential. Unfortunately a dog or dogs which has be ...
Housebreaking Your Puppy
... t is your dog's natural tendency to want to keep its living area clean so once the home is firmly established in your pets mind the problem will be resolved. There are several ways you can assist the process to ...
How To Prepare Your Dog For The Boarding Kennel
... dog, you might want to request that they be housed in the same pen or allowed to exercise at the same time in the same run. If Fido requires a special diet, the kennel may request that you provide them w ...
Comparing Pure Breds With Mutts
... home, how much exercise is needed, does it shed often or if you want a gentle or playful companion. Deciding to own one whether it is big or small involves a lot of responsibility. It is not just about feed ...
A New Pet For the Holidays? Say It Isn't So!
... 't necessarily want the responsibility that comes with owning a pet. There are financial obligations, of course, including food, treats, vet care, grooming, and one-time costs such as spay/neuter surgery, a ken ...
How To Keep Your Dog Healthy And Fit
... eight, you will want to choose a high quality food specifically designed to be low in calories. Many prescription and over the counter diets are available. Talk with your veterinary staff to help determine whic ...
How To Handle Puppy Teething Troubles
... h babies teething, puppies will want to chew on everything they can get their mouth on. This can lead to total destruction of your belongings, but there are tried and true ways to help prevent this from happeni ...
Why you should Not buy a puppy at the Pet store
... a puppy, but when you want a good and healthy puppy there are places you should avoid to buy one. When you are looking for a puppy and see those adorable puppies in the local Pet Store it is alluring to take on ...
Finding Your New Dog
... dog or dogs you want. Now, how do you go about finding your dog?Please do not buy your dog or dogs in a pet store. This is asking for trouble, both with health problems and psychological problems. Pet store ...
Choosing the Right Breed
... So you want a dog. Now how do you choose? So many different breeds, so many different sizes. Your friend down the street has a Doberman you admire; your cousin and his family have a G ...
Dog Obedience
... the commands. You want to start by calling his name and then using a keyword like "watch" or "look" afterwards. This way, he will associate the words to a command. Once you've got his attention, the lessons can ...
If You Want A Good Puppy, Start With A Good Breeder
... because they want other people to have dogs just like their own. Unfortunately, backyard breeders rarely test for diseases or know how to look for traits that match the breed standard. The final type is cal ...
Dog Dental Care
... th and you do not want to have problems with this. The best way for you to get your dog or dogs used to having his mouth touched is to begin touching it when you first get your pup. Make sure to tou ...
How To Stop The 3 Most Annoying Dog Behaviors
... playmate, they naturally want to start playing right away. Unfortunately, your well-dressed guest might not feel too inclined to play with the dog or dogs that has just been rolling in the mud puddle in the bac ...
The Most important steps for finding a dog breeder
... specially,wanting to have one in their apartments or houses. The dog or dogs breeders are the persons you can contact whenever you want to take a pure breed dog. Yet, the problem of the dog or dogs breeder's re ...
Are you ready for a dog ?
... ggled together on the couch? Maybe you want a friend for your children, a guardian for your home, or an athlete to train for and compete in AKC events. Or maybe you just like the idea of sharing your life with ...
Keeping Your Dog Cool In The Summer
... og or dogs has unhindered access to cool, clean water. You'll want to place the water in a shaded area so that it does not heat up as a result of direct sunlight. Change the water often, as stagnant water can h ...
The Truth About Pet Insurance
... s? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then you'll want to seriously consider purchasing an insurance policy for your pet.What Kind of Pet Insurance Is Available?Pet insurance is now ...
5 Tips For Choosing the Best Vet for Your Dog
... and know at least some of his history.You may want a holistic vet. Go to their website at www.ahvma.org and check out their referral directory. Or contact them via phone at (410) 569-0795.You may also ...
What is really in your dogs food ?
... lity foods on the market.
You want to make sure that the adult dog or dogs food you are feeding is 22-25% protein and 15-19% fat. The protein should come from a good quality source. Some dogs such as puppies ...
Dog obedience and training program
... bad dogs, only uneducated owners. Most dogs want to please their owners, but untrained dogs simply do not know how. Well-trained dogs are happier and healthier - and so are their owners. Here are some guidelin ...
Information On Spaying Or Neutering Your Puppy
... Neutering Your DogThe overpopulation of unwanted, domestic animals has become a huge problem in America. Animal shelters are overflowing with pets for which there are no homes and packs of homeless dogs c ...
Commercial Dog Food Information
... dog or dogs food is a great convenience for busy caregivers. You want the best for your companion animals, but with a bewildering array of foods and claims to choose from, how do you decide what's best for you ...
Three Ways To Combat Separation Anxiety In Dogs
... interaction with the pet prior to leaving. Although one may want to spend extra time with a pet before leaving him alone, the best practice is to actually come close to ignoring your pet for several minutes pri ...
What's in a Dog's Name: 5 Tips for finding the Right Name for your Best Friend
... or a girl dog? Maybe you want to choose a dog's name that reflects its gender. The most popular female canine names in the US today are Molly, Lady, Princess and Missy, to name a few. The most popular male cani ...
How to keep your dog healthy
... dogs is overweight, you will want to choose a high quality food specifically designed to be low in calories. Many prescription and over the counter diets are available. Talk with your veterinary staff to help ...
Puppy training techniques
... t the child for no reason, with no previous warning and they may want to get rid of the puppy.
If a puppy gets away with threatening a child or younger member of the family, he will usually try the same thin ...
Keeping Your Dog Warm In The Winter
... ir, or is older, you may want to consider purchasing a jacket to help keep him warm. In some climates, it is appropriate to choose a sweater for the fall months and a heavier jacket for the colder winter months ...
Choosing the Right Dog Breeder
... questions than you ask him. Great breeders want to make sure that the dogs they breed are positioned in the right type of situation. They could ask if you have kids, what size home or property you have, and ma ...
Are You Ready for a Dog?
... f what you want, there are generally two options you can take to get your new puppy or adult dog. You can buy a dog or dogs from a reputable breeder, or you can adopt or rescue a dog or dogs from an animal shel ...
Overcoming Arthritis In Dogs
... d treated.There are home remedies that you might even want to try to ease his pain. - Diet Your dog's diet is one area that you might want to look into. Dry dog or dogs food is made up mostly of grains ...
What You Can Learn From Training Your Dog
... insight into what they really want from their life. There was a reason they sought a dog or dogs as a companion and a reason why they spent the time and energy necessary to train that dog. Their interactions t ...
How To Teach Your Dog To Stop Begging
... e dog or dogs for this very behavior. want to know who taught your dog or dogs this trick? It's a secret so listen carefully... It was YOU. Now before you get upset and quit reading, take a moment to real ...
Before You Buy that Puppy
... a dog or dogs would fit into the picture.Why do you want a dog?How active and busy are you?What do you do with the dog or dogs when you travel or are on vacation?Do you have young children? ...
Are 2 Dogs Better Than 1?
... dogs is older, you may want to reconsider buying a puppy. Older dogs often have aches and pains, and are more impatient than when they were younger. Instead, think about getting a mature dog. It will be an eas ...
Teach Your Dog Not To Bark
... Unwanted barking is one of the most common behavior problems in dogs. It is normal for dogs to vocalize and bark from time to time but many times this behavior escalates much to the frustration of many dog or d ...
How To Train Using Your Dogs Personality
... s is a pure pleasure to train as they truly want to please you and will do almost anything to gain your attention and approval. These dogs are wonderful companions and are awesome when trained for specialized u ...
You Need A Successful Dog Training Strategy
... nd any variety of systems can produce the kinds of results an owner wants. However, there are some common traits that seem to be apparent in all successful dog or dogs training strategies. Any approach th ...
Learning Theory, Teaching New Behaviors, Putting Behaviors on Cue, & Proofing
... the behavior he just offered was not what you wanted and to try again.
Examples: "Ah Ah", "Too Bad", "Try Again"
To create a no reward marker you can take a treat enclosed in your hand and offer your closed f ...
Training A Working Dog
... freedom because of an animal that leads them where they want to go and protects them from danger. These dogs are rewarded for what they do and rewarded well because they serve well. Think about that the next ti ...
How To Train Your Dog To Avoid Lawsuits
... , who really wants to own the dog or dogs that just mauled the neighbors' two-year-old child for pulling its tail or killed the prize-winning cat of the lady next door? So how do we stop the bad behavior? ...