Finnish Spitz: The national dog of Finland Posted By : Venice Raymond

Finnish Spitz: The national dog of Finland Posted By : Venice Raymond
The foxy look of this dog make it very popular among dog breeders. The golden red to honey color of the coat is well complemented by the black nose and lips. The Finnish Spitz has erect ears and the teeth meet in a scissors bite. The appearance is completed with round feet, a plumed tail, and thick hair. Some specimens present some white markings. When they are born, these dogs have a darker tone, but that becomes redder with time.

Weimaraner Dog: Intelligent and aristocrat Posted By : Venice Raymond
This dog is largely appreciate for its athletic appearance. The coat is a smooth gray, but the size varies in length. The Weimaraner dog is also loved for its aristocratic head, and its intelligent eyes, of a nuance of blue-gray. Usually, the tail is docked soon after birth.

Long Haired Chihuahua: The smallest dog in the world Posted By : Venice Raymond
Chihuahuas come in two varieties, the short haired and the long haired. All of them have a head shaped like an apple and a short muzzle. The dark eye can have a ruby tint and they can look luminous. The ears should stand erect. There are many colors accepted in Chihuahuas, like fawn, silver, sand, steel blue, or chestnut. Even though many think that the Chihuahua is a very fragile animal, this is far from being the truth.

Plott Hound: The American hunter Posted By : Venice Raymond
Its compact features make from this muscular specimen a good reliable companion. The Plott Hound sports a dense coat, that is either slate blue, or buckskin. A black saddle can be encountered fairly often. The breed is recognizable through some large long ears. The well defined muscles of the breed ensure the dog with the ability to consume its energy as they see fit.

German Shorthaired Pointer: The intelligent tracker and retriever Posted By : Venice Raymond
A good reliable hunting dog is the German Shorthaired Pointer. This specimen is appreciated for its elegant head, and intelligent gaze. Breeders like this dog to have a large nose, and usually the color is brown. The accepted colors for the coat are solid liver, or liver and white, roan, patched, or ticked. This dog has a very dense coating and its tail is docked most of the time, as the dewclaws clipped off. As compared with a standard Pointer, we can say that this breed is a little shorter in height.

Salukis: The royal dog of Egypt Posted By : Venice Raymond
The position of the feet in the air when running is a trait that makes this breed special. The slim body is well complemented by the silky feathering appearing on the ears and the tail. There are coats that are smooth, and other that are silkier, and colors vary from black and tan, to white, gold, cream or red. When a Saluki dog presents a white marking on the forehead, this is called the “kiss of Allah”, by the Bedouin tribes. The dignified look in their eyes, their robust jaws and their long ears are accompanied by supple muscles.

Schnauzer Dog: The Original Breed Posted By : Venice Raymond
This black coated (with salt and pepper variations) dog is well known for its particular look, complemented by bushy eyebrows, a bears and long whiskers. Standard Schnauzers have a black nose and oval eyes, that come in a dark brown color. Requirements also establish that the teeth must form a scissors bite. Owners can dock the tail, and also crop the ears, if they so desire. The double coating consists of a wiry outer coat and another layer that is softer and denser to the touch.

Dog Adoption Tips I Learned From My 2 Dogs
There?s a hole in your life that only a dog can fill. You want a special dog, perhaps just a full-grown adult. Maybe your code of ethics calls for saving a dog?s life ? not buying an expensive purebred.

I?m not a veterinarian or a dog trainer, but I?ve enjoyed two successful adoptions. Here are some tips I?ve picked up along the way.

(1) Clarify your requirements ahead of time.

Once you?re standing in front of a cage, it?s easy to say, ?Well, he?s a lot bigger than I expected, and I really wanted a female, but oh he?s SO cute!? No amount of love or training will help if your dog needs more exercise than you can provide.

(2) Know the difference between shelter and rescue groups.

Most cities have humane societies where you can view dogs and make a choice. Rescue groups typically hold animals in foster care ? which is good, because you can ask the foster mom all sorts of questions. For example, they can say, ?This dog lived with two cats so you know you can trust her.?

(3) Be prepared to pay.

Shelter animals are not free, but you do get value for money. Expect to pay a fee that may include spay/neuter costs, licensing, and/or veterinarian visits.

(4) Consider an older dog.

By the time a dog has turned three or four, she?s as big as she?s going to get. No surprises! You?ll also have clues regarding his temperament.

(5) Plan to confine the dog during a period of transition.

Your new dog doesn?t get it. She was in a loving home (or left alone in a yard all day or even abused). Then she spent a few weeks in a cage, feeling lonely and isolated. Maybe she?s been passed around to multiple homes.

Bottom line, she?s stressed. She may chew, dig, bark, or even lose her house training at first.

Crating the dog prevents destructive behavior. My dogs both looked visibly relieved as they retreated to their crates every day. ?Time to relax,? they seemed to say.

(6) Invest in training.

Most dogs are turned over to the shelter because of behavior problems. If you?re new to the world of dog behavior, take a class or hire a professional. Most behavior can be corrected, even among older dogs. But if you?re not sure, ask a professional. Some behaviors can?t be ?fixed.?

(7) Incorporate large doses of exercise and walks into your day.

Walking together builds your bond and a tired dog is a good dog. Begin the exercise program immediately so you can gain a sense of how much exercise the dog needs ? an important factor in the dog?s adjustment ? and start training for the basics on the way home from the shelter.

Cathy Goodwin, a certfified Dog Fanatic, wrote Arf! Dog Health Comes Home: tips and resources to care for your aging, sick or injured dog. Download from <a href="http://www.dog-health.org" title="http://www.dog-health.org" target="_blank">http://www.dog-health.org</a>

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