Archive for 'Choosing a Breed'
AKC MEET THE BREEDS®: Australian Shepherd
Posted on23. Jan, 2009 by admin.
Animated, adaptable and agile, the Australian Shepherd lives for his job, which still involves herding livestock and working as an all-purpose farm and ranch dog. He needs a lot of activity and a sense of purpose to be truly content.
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AKC MEET THE BREEDS®: Basenji
Posted on22. Jan, 2009 by admin.
A poised, elegant hunting dog from Africa, the Basenji is smoothly muscular and moves with ease and agility. He is lightly built and possesses a wrinkled head and a high, curled tail. The Basenji is commonly known as the “barkless dog,” but when excited, he makes a noise that sounds like a yodel.
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AKC MEET THE BREEDS®: Basset Hound
Posted on21. Jan, 2009 by admin.
Instantly recognizable due to its big, heavy body, short legs and long ears, the Basset Hound has proven itself to be a multi-purpose dog that excels in conformation, obedience, tracking, field trialing and pack hunting. The breed is known for its strong hunting instinct and, if given the opportunity, will chase or follow a scent willingly.
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AKC MEET THE BREEDS®: Beagle
Posted on20. Jan, 2009 by admin.
A sturdy hunting dog, the Beagle should look like a foxhound in miniature. His hunting ability, combined with a merry personality, has made the Beagle one of the most popular dogs in the United States according to AKC® Registration Statistics.
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AKC MEET THE BREEDS®: Bichon Frise
Posted on19. Jan, 2009 by admin.
A cheerful, happy dog, the Bichon Frise is small and sturdy with a dark-eyed inquisitive expression and a plumed tail it carries merrily over the back. The breed is often compared to a cotton ball due to its curled double coat, which consists of a textured
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AKC MEET THE BREEDS®: Boston Terrier
Posted on18. Jan, 2009 by admin.
Truly an “All-American” dog, the Boston Terrier is a lively and highly intelligent breed with an excellent disposition. Conveying an impression of determination, strength and activity, he is short-headed and compactly built, and must be black, brindle or seal with white markings.
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AKC MEET THE BREEDS®: Boxer
Posted on17. Jan, 2009 by admin.
The well-conditioned middleweight athlete of dogdom, the Boxer is a powerful dog with an intelligent and alert expression. While they are instinctive guardians, the Boxer loves to be with his people. This personality has allowed them to succeed as couriers during war time and as seeing-eye dogs for the blind.


