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		<title>Chilly Bone Cool Teether</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 08:22:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Finally a perfect puppy helper! When puppies are teething just like babies it is an uncomfortable process.   You may not have heard of the &#8220;Chilly Bone&#8221;  it helps to relieve your puppies teething pain. How does it do that?   Put it in your freezer  and when it as done give it to your [...]]]></description>
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		</p><p>Finally a perfect puppy helper! When puppies are teething just like babies it is an uncomfortable process.   You may not have heard of the &#8220;Chilly Bone&#8221;  it helps to relieve your puppies teething pain. How does it do that?   Put it in your freezer  and when it as done give it to your puppy. The cool sensation will turn an unhappy puppy happy and thankful that its got  something to make him feel better. </p>
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<p>It comes in two sizes Small and Large. Please note: The small may be too large for &#8220;teacup or mini dog&#8221; breeds.</p>
<p>Small $3.99    Large $4.99</p>
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		<title>DOG BREED&#8217; HAVANESE &#8211; A FUN LOVING AND INTELLIGENT BREED</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:32:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nancy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Havanese is a playful , fun- loving little dog and eager to please its owner. They are sometimes described as silly for their attention seeking antics. They will often do tricks in an attempt to get the attention of their owner or guests in the home. They are very social and love to play [...]]]></description>
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<p>The Havanese is a playful , fun- loving little dog and eager to please its owner. They are sometimes described as silly for their attention seeking antics. They will often do tricks in an attempt to get the attention of their owner or guests in the home. They are very social and love to play games.</p>
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<p>Because of their hard-working nature and personality they are used as therapy dogs, service dogs , mold and mite detectors and as performing dogs. The Havanese also excels at agility and flyball.</p>
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<p>This Toy Group member weighs 7 to 15 lbs and is 8&#8243; to 11 1/2&#8243; Tall. It&#8217;s long flowing hair covers its body and may be straight, curly or wavy and their most common color is white. The Havanese can also be black and white.</p>
<p>This breed requires a moderate amount of exercise and can live in apartments comfortably.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">TRAINING</p>
<p>Despite what some people think all of the small dogs should have some behavior training and socialization. The Havenese is easily trainable and very intelligent. They are an aim-to-please dog breed and very obedient during training. They do have a tendency to bark often but with Positive Reinforcement Training this can be controlled. Some owners say they don&#8217;t mind the barking as it alerts them, making the Havanese a great watchdog.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">HISTORY<br /> The Havanese was developed from the now-extinct Mediterranean Bichon Tenerife. Their country of origin is Cuba where it was very popular with wealthy people. After the 1959 Cuban Revolution, many wealthy Cubans who fled the country abandoned their dogs and the breed was almost eliminated.</p>
<p>In the US, the breed today is descended from only 11 dogs which were carefully bred in the 1970s along with a few others acquired over the years. As the breed of dog kept by popular celebrities the Havanese became enormously popular in the United States. Their original purpose was to be a pet just as they are today.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">HEALTH</p>
<p>Cataracts, dry skin and knee problems are their most prominate health problems of this toy breed.They have a lifespan of 12 to 15 years.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">GROOMING<br /> The Havanese requires lots of grooming . They need to be brushed 3 to 4 times a week along with frequent clipping and trims. They are considered as non-shedding and non-allergic. They tolerate a hot climate due to the insulating nature of their coat.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">CHILDREN: Good with children.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">SUMMARY: They are a cheerful dog that loves people and likes to be around it owners and a part of the activities in the home.</p>
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		<title>DOG BREED: SCHNAUZERS</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:23:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[DESCRIPTION: BODY APPEARANCE, SIZE, COLORING AND TEMPERAMENT Schnauzers are a breed of dog that belongs to the terrier family. As such, they have a long rectangular face with whiskers and a beard. Schnauzers come in three main breeds. All three breeds of schnauzer originated in Germany. The name “schnauzer” comes from a German word meaning [...]]]></description>
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<p>Schnauzers are a breed of dog that belongs to the terrier family. As such, they have a long rectangular face with whiskers and a beard. Schnauzers come in three main breeds.</p>
<p>All three breeds of schnauzer originated in Germany. The name “schnauzer” comes from a German word meaning “muzzle”. The three breeds are the Standard Schnauzer, the Miniature Schnauzer, and the Giant Schnauzer. All three breeds of schnauzer enjoy a life expectancy of up to fifteen years.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">MINIATURE SCHNAUZERS</p>
<p>Miniature Schnauzers reach a height of fifteen inches and weigh fifteen pounds at the most. They can be solid black or black and gray with white coating at the paws. This breed is actually a mix between a Standard Schnauzer and a Miniature Pinscher.</p>
<p>Miniature Schnauzers are loyal to their family and playful. Children should learn to respect a terrier dog as a great companion. Games that challenge the dog, like tug-of-war are avoided because they increase it&#8217;s aggression.<br /> Exercise is important, but a couple of walks a day are sufficient. A large space is not needed for this breed that is typically a house dog. Dog toys offer owner and dog hours of play.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">STANDARD SCHAUZER</p>
<p>The Standard Schnauzer stands about twenty inches in height and weights around thirty to forty-five pounds. Their coat is black or peppered. The nose is black and the eyes are dark brown. A healthy bite is scissor-like. The Standard Schnauzer’s height and length are in direct proportion to each other. The front legs are straight while the back legs are positioned at an angle.</p>
<p>A Standard Schnauzer is a lively dog. They are attentive to their owners which make them good companions. They have been bred to guard so any family would be safe with this breed around.</p>
<p>The Schnauzer should be socialized with other dogs and people so they will learn to respect and tolerate them. Otherwise, the dog will be defensive with strangers. Older children that will respect a dog are perfect with a Standard Schnauzer.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">GIANT SCHNAUZER</p>
<p>Giant Schnauzers have the same rectangular face as the other two breeds. They are large outdoor dogs that are muscular and built for work. A Giant Schnauzer has a black or peppered coat similar to the Standard Schnauzer.</p>
<p>A Giant Schnauzer stands as high as twenty-eight inches and weighs around fifty-five to eighty pounds. This breed is prone to health problems like cancer, epilepsy, and hip dysplasia. Regular checkups can catch these conditions early.</p>
<p>Giant Schnauzers are loyal and lively. Because they are larger than the other breeds, they require more exercise. As such, they are not apartment dogs. Wide open spaces suit them best. Children do not do well with Giant Schnauzers unless they are respectful of the dog. Families should probaly choose another dog breed.</p>
<p>Exercise is important, but a couple of walks a day are sufficient. A large space is not needed for this breed that is typically a house dog. Dog toys offer owner and dog hours of play.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">TRAINING<br /> All three breeds have some commonalities with temperament. Each breed will test the owner. It the owner is not ready, the dogs will take the lead. Strict training is needed from the beginning to teach them to be less dominant in their personality. The owners role as the pack leader must be establised when the Schnauzer is a puppy and reinforced over time.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">HISTORY<br /> The Standard Schnauzer was used as a guard dog and rodent hunter in Germany during the First World War. It is breed trained to look after others and, once trained, does its job well. Since then, the schnauzer has become popular in other parts of Europe and North America.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">HEALTH<br /> This bred is prone to health problems such as hip dysplasia, cancer and epilepsy. It is important that the Schnauzer receive regular veterin check ups to catch any of these health issues in the early stages.<br /> Close attention to the Schnauzer teeth is important as they qare aqlso prone to dental problems. Their teeth should be brushed twice a week with a toothpbursh and toothpaste made for dogs.<br /> The Schnauzers life expectancy is 12 &#8211; 13 years.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">GROOMING<br /> Each breed requires grooming several times a week. The undercoat needs to be combed to avoid matting. Knots can be cut out and hair around the eyes and ears should be kept clipped. Schnauzers shed very little and exude no dog odor.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">SUMMARY<br /> The Schnauzer breeds should be treated with respect particularly by children. Your role as the pack leader must be established quickly with the dog. Schnauzers can make great companions but may do better with a single owner versus a family with children.</p>
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		<title>CAR SAFETY WITH YOUR DOG</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2012 10:15:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you leave your dog at home when you have to travel? Even small trips seem like too much to handle for you and your pet. Well, you no longer have to leave Spot at home when you go to the pet store for his goodies. Here are some of the features of car traveling [...]]]></description>
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<p>Do you leave your dog at home when you have to travel? Even small trips seem like too much to handle for you and your pet. Well, you no longer have to leave Spot at home when you go to the pet store for his goodies. Here are some of the features of car traveling products for dogs.</p>
<p>I have seen folks riding in their cars with their pooch sitting on their lap. While it looks cute it is not safe. Car accidents can happen without notice and a dog in the lap can have deadly consequences for both pet and driver. Do your favorite pet a favor: strap them in for safety.</p>
<p>Pet seatbelts for dogs function in quite the same way as seatbelts for humans. The straps are adjustable so that doggie is restrained but doesn’t feel trapped. He can still move around within limits and gaze out the window. Many pets are killed each year because they jump out of windows into traffic at stop lights or sudden maneuvering of the car throws them from the vehicle.</p>
<p>Dog safety belts work with the seatbelt in your car to provide protection for your dog. Seatbelts that operate through a series of tethers and hooks are called harnesses.</p>
<p>The harness straps comfortably across a dog’s chest to prevent him from being thrown across the car in the event of an accident. Since most dogs will be sitting in the car, the part of the dog’s body that will most likely be moving is their upper body and front legs.</p>
<p>Dog safety harnesses also work with vests. For smaller and larger dogs, a vest is more comfortable than the tethers alone. The harness is attached to the back of the vest and then hooked into the car seatbelt. Dogs can freely move about but are restrained enough that they won’t become a projectile.</p>
<p>Dogs are just like people in a lot of respects. For one, they like to look out at the surrounding world while riding along in the car. For dogs that like to look but also enjoy their own comfort, try a pet car seat. Dog car seats are great for small to medium pets.</p>
<p>Dog car seats can be strapped in the seat so that your pet is safe. The comfortable high loft cushions and Sherpa lining surround your dog in luxury while they take in the great outdoors. Car seats offer enough room for small dogs to lie down and sleep if they desire. The walls of the car seats are sturdy to protect during sudden stops or shifts in the vehicle.</p>
<p>Check online for the best deals on these pet travel safety products. View descriptions and customer comments on each of a few dozen brands of each.</p>
<p>Don’t dread traveling with your dog. Pet safety seatbelts and car seats make traveling safer and more fun for you and your dog.</p>
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		<title>THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB IS MADE UP OF EIGHT GROUPS</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:14:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many breeders use the initials AKC when they talk about their purebred puppies. The AKC is for purebred dogs. It&#8217;s a pedigree registry of dogs born in the United States and the initials stand for the American Kennel Club. They have developed breed standards, registers puppies of recognized breeds and promotes events for purebred dogs [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many breeders use the initials AKC when they talk about their purebred puppies. The AKC is for purebred dogs. It&#8217;s a pedigree registry of dogs born in the United States and the initials stand for the American Kennel Club. They have developed breed standards, registers puppies of recognized breeds and promotes events for purebred dogs such as obedience competitions and dog shows.</p>
<p>The Westminster Dog Show and the Eukanuba National Championship are events sponsored by them.</p>
<p>They require registration papers for both parents before it will register a puppy. The litter is first registered as a group. The breeder will receive applications for all the puppies in the litter than each individual dog owner is responsible for getting their puppies name and breed registered.</p>
<p>It has divided the dog breeds it recognizes into eight different groups. These groups are the Herding Group, the Hound Group, the Miscellaneous, and the Non-Sporting Group, the Sporting Group, the Terrier Group, the Toy Group and the Working Group. Dogs registered to any of these groups can compete in dog shows for their breed and group.</p>
<h3><strong>The most popular breeds registered to the AKC in 2008, 2009 and 2010 include the:</strong></h3>
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<p style="text-align: center;">German Shepherd</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Golden Retriever</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Labrador Retriever</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Yorkshire Terrier</p>
<p>Dogs in the <strong>Herding Group</strong> have a strong herding instinct. They were bred to herd, sheep, oxen, ducks and cattle. Many of these animals are much larger than the dogs in this group. This is an independent and intelligent group of dogs.</p>
<p>Most of the dogs in The <strong>Hound Group</strong> enjoy hunting, they love the chase. They are a diverse group differing in size, temperament and behavior. Members of this group are breeds that can be strong willed,stubborn, slow and methodical or fast and impatient. The dogs in this group hunt by sight or by scent.</p>
<p>The <strong>Miscellaneous Class</strong> is where the American Kennel Club puts breeds that have not proven themselves. They are not yet recognized by the AKC. They will stay in this group until the AKC is able to confirm that their breeders are using good breeding practices and that they have a large enough &#8220;gene pool&#8221;. Many of the dogs in this group are not well known such as the Boykin Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd.</p>
<p>The <strong>Non-Sporting Group</strong> contains dogs that don&#8217;t quite fit anywhere else. These dogs are larger than the Toy Group dogs. Some of the dogs in this group are not well known such as the Schipperke, the Tibetan Spaniel and the Lowchen.</p>
<p>Dogs in the<strong> Sporting Group</strong> are an are in steady motion, a hard working group and happy to be doing something. They require plenty of exercise, as they bred to spend many hours hunting and retrieving. These are a group of intelligent, easily trained, energetic, happy and affectionate dogs.</p>
<p>Dogs in the <strong>Terrier Group</strong> love to hunt mice and rats. It&#8217;s filled with dogs with lots of personality and hard workers for their size. They vary in size, appearance and personality. The Terrier Group is filled with dogs with lots of energy, small in size and thinks they are Rottweiler’s. They can be aloof and nippy with children and strangers.</p>
<p>The<strong> Toy Group</strong> may be made up of dog s that are small in size, but their hearts are just as big as those of a lion. These dogs can be yappy, snappy and high strung. These dogs are great companions when socialized and trained well. Because of their size they are often treated like children and spoiled. Without training they can become mean, territorial, stubborn and possessive of their family members. They can be not -so-cute.</p>
<p>If you want your home protected than the breeds in the <strong>Working Group</strong> are for you. These dogs for the most part are large, powerful breeds with strong protective instincts. They were bred for a variety of jobs such as guarding property, pulling heavy carts and guarding livestock. They differ in personality and appearance although many of these dogs can be described as loyal, intelligent and easy to train.</p>
<p>The AKC is the most popular dog club but it is not the only kennel club. Your dog can be registered with the United Kennel Club, the American Canine Association, the Canine Kennel Club, and the North American Purebred Dog Registry.</p>
<p>There are several countries that have their own registry clubs. Most dogs born outside of the United States must be registered with their country&#8217;s breed registry and then brought to the United States before the AKC will consider registering them.</p>
<p>British dogs are registered through the Kennel Club, while dogs born in Australia are registered by the Victorian Canine Association, which is part of Australia&#8217;s National Kennel Council.</p>
<p>Canadian dogs registered with the CKC (Canadian Kennel Club) do not have to come to the United States to be registered with the AKC.</p>
<p>After all is said and done your dog’s companionship, loving nature and loyalty are the most important reasons to have a dog not its pedigree. Remember that even if you can&#8217;t register your dog, its value to you is never diminished.</p>
<h3><strong>Examples Of Dog Breeds In Each Dog Group:</strong></h3>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Herding Group &#8211; Briard, Shetland Sheepdog</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Hound Group &#8211; Basenji and the Saluki</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Miscellaneous Group &#8211; Redbone Coonhound and the Norwegian Lunderhund</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Non-Sporting Group &#8211; Bichon Frise and the Keeshond</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Sporting Group &#8211; Irish Setter and the English Springer Spaniel</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Terrier Group &#8211; Cairn Terrier and the Miniature Schnauzer</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Toy Group &#8211; Chihuahua and the Japanese Chin</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif" alt="" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Working Group &#8211; Saint Bernard and the Bullmastiff</p>
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		<title>DOG BREED: SIBERIAN HUSKY- AN IMPULSIVE BREED</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:54:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[DESCRIPTION: BODY , APPEARANCE, SIZE, COLORING AND TEMPERAMENT Is a Siberian Husky Right for You? Are you looking for a dog who is very active but still loves the company of people? If so, you may want to consider the Siberian Husky. This beautiful dog was bred to tirelessly pull sleds loaded with supplies over [...]]]></description>
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<p>Is a Siberian Husky Right for You?</p>
<p>Are you looking for a dog who is very active but still loves the company of people? If so, you may want to consider the Siberian Husky. This beautiful dog was bred to tirelessly pull sleds loaded with supplies over frozen terrain for miles on end. At the end of the day, Huskies provide companionship to their owners.</p>
<p>The Siberian Husky is classified as a part of the Working Group by the American Kennel Club. Like most dogs in this group, the Husky must have a job to do to keep him from getting into trouble. These dogs are less domesticated than many other dog breeds and are actually quite wolf like. The Husky is a thirty five to sixty pound dog that stands twenty to twenty four inches tall.</p>
<p>These high energy dogs have a very thick coat made up of two distinct layers. Huskies have prick ears and a wolf like face. This breed&#8217;s coat comes in a variety of colors, although most Huskies have black and white or silver and white coats. The most striking feature of the Husky is his almond shaped blue or brown eyes. </p>
<p>The Siberian Husky is a very impulsive dog and can get into more scrapes and dangerous situations than almost any other type of dog. More than one Husky visits the veterinarian&#8217;s office to be patched up on a routine basis. These dogs are usually good with older children, but may not be the best choice for families with infants or toddlers. Huskies have a reputation for being aggressive towards cats or small animals and may not be trustworthy with smaller children. </p>
<p>Since the Husky is so energetic, this breed does not do well in apartments or homes with small yards. In fact, Huskies often prefer to spend most of their time outdoors during the colder months, since their heavy coats make indoor temperatures uncomfortable. Just be sure that your yard is securely fenced, as these dogs have Houdini like tendencies. </p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif"></p>
<p style="text-align:center;">TRAINING<br />
It is important that you train your dog well since the Siberian Husky is constantly looking for signs of weakness. They are very intelligent dogs but can be very stubborn. Early on you need to establish  yourself as the pack leader.  You may want to attend obedience classes  in order to get some help in training them. </p>
<p>You must continually reaffirm your role as the pack leader. If not you may end up with an unruly, unmanagable and destructive animal. It&#8217;s important to maintain positive control. .Experienced trainers and dog owners that understand dog psychology and dog training will do best with this breed it is not recommended for new dog owners. </p>
<p>The Husky should be socialized at an early age.<br />
It is mentioned that not even well trained Huskies should be let off the lead outdoors unless in a well fenced in area.</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif"></p>
<p style="text-align:center;">HISTORY<br />
  The Siberian Husky was bred in the northeastern part of Siberia. Their purpose was to haul large carts, guard property, guard reindeer and pull sleds. Traders from other parts of the world saw this hard working dog and brought it to other parts of the world. It served in the United States army hauling medicine in rough terrain and cold weather and as search and rescue dogs.<br />
Recognized by the AKC in 1930. </p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif"></p>
<p style="text-align:center;">HEALTH<br />
Siberian Huskies can eat a lot, high strung nervous ones do not eat as much.<br />
They are fairly healthy. The majority of the Husky&#8217;s health problems are accident related, although this breed can suffer from hip dysplasia and hypothyroidism.</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif"></p>
<p style="text-align:center;">GROOMING<br />
Siberian Huskies should be groomed once a week to remove dirt and debris. When they are shedding you may need  to groom more frequently. Siberians often clean themselves.</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif"></p>
<p style="text-align:center;">CHILDREN: Good with older children</p>
<p><img src="http://www3.bev.net/bev-img/rd_paw.gif"></p>
<p style="text-align:center;">SUMMARY<br />
If you don&#8217;t mind owning a dog who will test you may want to consider the Siberian Husky. </p>
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		<title>TEACHING YOUR DOG TRICKS</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:00:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#160; Teaching your pet tricks is easiest when you work with their nature, not against it. Most dogs are eager to please and respond enthusiastically to rewards. Teaching tricks is often as much a matter of simply using those rewards to direct or build on a spontaneous behavior as it is teaching an entirely foreign [...]]]></description>
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<p>Teaching your pet tricks is easiest when you work with their nature, not against it. Most dogs are eager to please and respond enthusiastically to rewards. Teaching tricks is often as much a matter of simply using those rewards to direct or build on a spontaneous behavior as it is teaching an entirely foreign one.</p>
<p>Watch for spontaneous behavior close to the one desired. A dog will sometimes crawl on its belly for no apparent reason. It may be scratching, it may simply be having fun. If this is a desired trick, watch for the beginnings of the behavior, then be prepared to associate it with a hand gesture and voice command, then reward immediately.</p>
<p>Teaching the basic &#8216;sit&#8217;, &#8216;come&#8217;, etc commands is usually simple. A few repetitions with a treat or verbal praise and the dog learns rapidly. Teaching tricks can sometimes be as easy as expanding on the basic behaviors. &#8216;Come&#8217; can easily be transformed into &#8216;walk in a circle&#8217;. Abbreviate to one word, such as &#8216;circle&#8217; or &#8216;spin&#8217; for example.</p>
<p>At first it might be helpful to use treats to encourage wanted actions, but don&#8217;t overdo it. Diets spoil easily, and ultimately you want the dog to respond to verbal command and praise without food rewards. After the command-behavior pair becomes automatic, treats can be withdrawn.</p>
<p>Favorite toys are a good way to encourage certain tricks. Take a short rope the dog loves to play tug with and encourage a jump by moving it rapidly up and down, just out of reach. Then, after the command-behavior pair is established forgo the rope and just use your hand.</p>
<p>Hide-and-seek is another game easily taught using a favorite bone or chew ball. The dog&#8217;s sense of smell is keen not only close up but at surprising distances. Take advantage of it by hiding the toy under a box a few feet away, then lengthen the distance, remove the box to another room or place it up on a table. Proceed in stages.</p>
<p>Extending tricks is easy, too. Start with one &#8216;high five&#8217;, then extend into &#8216;sit pretty&#8217; by taking the paw and lifting gently. The other will often come up spontaneously. Hold both and praise and reward. When sitting at the desk and I want mine to sit pretty, I often pat my chest and up he comes followed by lavish praise. Training tricks should be fun, both for you and the dog. Other training is for safety, control, discouraging property destruction, etc. Tricks are strictly to give you and your friend something to laugh about. Enjoy!</p>
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		<title>CARING FOR YOUR DOG IN THE WINTER MONTHS</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:40:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brrr! It’s cold outside. When you bundle up to fight the chill, do the same for your dog. They need to be protected from the elements as well. Here are some winter care tips for your doggy friend. Indoor dogs aren’t as much affected as their outdoor counterparts when it comes to sleeping arrangements. Indoor [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Brrr! It’s cold outside. When you bundle up to fight the chill, do the same for your dog. They need to be protected from the elements as well. Here are some winter care tips for your doggy friend. </p>
<p>Indoor dogs aren’t as much affected as their outdoor counterparts when it comes to sleeping arrangements. Indoor dogs are used to air conditioning in the summer and heat in the winter. Dogs that live outside have no way to keep warm other than the hair on their backs.</p>
<p> I do not agree with keeping dogs outside in a dog house for most of their lives especially in the winter. A well-insulated dog house can be the primary protection for outdoor dogs. The dog house needs to be big enough to move around without producing a draft. Dogs can sleep on a bed of straw covered by a blanket. </p>
<p>The doorway of the doghouse can be covered with a flexible plastic shield. This lets your dog see out without letting the wind inside. </p>
<p>Just for the winter, it will be nice to have an indoor dog house that you keep in the washroom or other separate area. A dog gate will keep him out of the rest of the house. This is an alternative that keeps your dog safe and gives you peace of mind when the temperature drops. </p>
<p>Dogs still need to be walked in the wintertime. The icy cold ground can make dog feet sensitive. The soft skin of his foot pads can become cracked and dry. There are dog booties on the market that can be worn during those daily bathroom breaks to keep his foot pads warm and intact. </p>
<p>Be caustious about putting your dog in the garage. We usually keep things like antifreeze, windshield wiper fluid, and motor oil stored in the garage or a shed. If a dog gets into any of these substances, they can be fatal. </p>
<p>On the outside, people put rock salt and other ice dissolving chemicals on the ground. Dogs may lick them or step on them. They can irritate the feet and make your dog sick to the stomach. Before letting your dog back in the house, thoroughly clean their coat and feet to remove anything he picked up from the ground.</p>
<p> Dogs need more calories in the winter. This is mostly for outdoor dogs since they need to keep warm and run around more. Have extra food on hand and fresh water every day. For your indoor dog, cut back on their food to avoid weight gain. </p>
<p>Just like people, dogs are prone to dry skin. Heaters can remove moisture from the indoor air. Keep their hair brushed and maintain a diet rich in protein and vitamins to combat dryness. </p>
<p>Doggy hats and sweaters keep your dog warm and they look good. His skin can retain moisture and heat when he goes for a walk or visiting with friends. And you thought that dog clothing was only for the spoiled small guys. </p>
<p>Dogs need to be cared for in winter. The cold affects them also. If you are cold outside, chances are your dog will feel the change in temperature, too.</p>
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		<title>The AKC Recognized Dog Breeds</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Feb 2012 05:43:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Herding Group The dogs in this group have the common desire to control the movement of other animals many of which are larger than they are. These include cattle, oxen, sheep and even reindeer. The characteristics of this group are their intelligence, stamina, courage, and the fact that they train readily and make excellent [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>The Herding Group</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;">The dogs in this group have the common desire to control the movement of other animals many of which are larger than they are. These include cattle, oxen, sheep and even reindeer. The characteristics of this group are their intelligence, stamina, courage, and the fact that they train readily and make excellent companions.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Many of the dogs in this group have weatherproof double coats to protect them from the elements when working in bad weather. They perform as guide dogs, herding dogs, police dogs, tracking dogs, working in the armed forces and as search and rescue dogs.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">They were previously referred to as the Pastoral Group and were recognized by the AKC in 1983. Many in this group maintain their herding instinct despite never having been near a farm. Some have even tried to herd adults and children in their families.</p>
<h3>The Herding Group includes:</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Australian Cattle Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Australian Shepherd</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Bearded Collie</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Belgian Malinois</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Belgian Sheepdog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Belgian Tervuren</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Border Collie</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Bouvier des Flandres</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Briard</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Canaan Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Cardigan Welsh Corgi</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Collie</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>German shepherd</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Old English sheepdog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Pembroke Welsh corgi</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Polish Lowland Sheepdog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Puli</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Shetland Sheepdog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Swedish Valhund</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<h2>The Hound Group</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;">The Hound Group does not include all hounds. Different kennel clubs include different breeds. The primary purpose of these dogs is hunting. They are a very diverse group including some with scenting powers and some bayers(sounds). It is difficult to make any generalizations about this group.</p>
<h3>The Hound Group Includes:</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Afghan hound
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
</li>
<li>American Foxhound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Basenji</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Bassett Hound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Beagle</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Black and Tan Coonhound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Bloodhound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Borzoi</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Dachshund</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>English Foxhound</li>
<li>Greyhound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Harrier</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ibizan Hound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Irish Wolfhound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Norwegian Elkhound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Otter Hound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Petit Bassett Griffon</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Pharaoh Hound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Plott</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Rhodesian Ridgeback</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Saluki</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Scottish Deerhound</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Whippet</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Miscellaneous Class Breeds</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;">This is the interim stage before a breed becomes eligible to compete in a variety group at AKC shows.</p>
<h3>The Miscellaneous Group Includes:</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Bluetick Coohound</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Boykin Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Cane Corso</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Cesky Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Icelandic Sheepdog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Irish Red and White Setter</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Leonberger</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Norwegian Bulhund</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Norwegian Lundelhund</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Pyrenean Shepherd</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Redbone Coonhound</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<h2>Non-Sporting Group</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;">In this group there are diverse personalities, appearances, sizes and coats.</p>
<h3>The Non-Sporting Group includes:</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>American Eskimo Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Bichon Frise</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Boston Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Bulldog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Chinese Shar Pei</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Chow Chow</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Dalmatian</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Finnish Spitz</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>French Bulldog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Keeshond</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Lhasa Apso</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Lowchen</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Poodle</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Schipperke</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Shiba Inu</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Tibetan Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Tibetan Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<h2>The Sporting Group</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;">Many of the dogs in this group hunt birds and small game. The one common trait is that they require a moderate of exercise. They are active, alert, intelligent and very likable.</p>
<h3>The Sporting Group includes:</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>American Water Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Brittany</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Chesapeake Bay Retriever</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Clumber Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Cocker Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Curly Coated Retriever</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>English Cocker Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>English Springer Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Field Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Flat-Coated Retriever</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>German Shorthair Pointer</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>German Wirehaired Pointer</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Golden Retriever</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Gordon Setter</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Irish Setter</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Irish Water Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Labrador Retriever</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Pointer</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Spinone Italiano</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Sussex Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Vizsla</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Weimaraner</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Welsh Springer Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Wirehaired Pointing Griffon</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<h2>The Terrier Group</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;">Many of the dogs in this group were originally bred to hunt rats and rabbits. The word Terrier in Latin means &#8220;earth” as a reference to the fact that many of this dogs hunted underground for their prey. Today most of these dogs are pets and companions, there are a few working Terries and some of the larger dogs in the group work as guard dogs.</p>
<h3>The Terrier Group includes:</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Airedale Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>American Staffordshire Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Australian Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Bedington Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Border Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Bull Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Cairn Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Dandie Dinmont Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Glen of Immal Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Irish Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Kerry Blue Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Lakeland Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Manchester Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Miniature Bull Tlerrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Miniature Schnauzer</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Norfolk Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Norwich Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Parson Jack Russell Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Scottish Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Sealyham Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Skye Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Smooth Fox Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Staffordshire Bull Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Welsh Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>West Highland White Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Wire Fox Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<h2>The Toy Group</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;">These dogs were bred either for a particular type of work or to create a pet of a convenient size. The very smallest members in this group are sometimes referred to as &#8220;Tea Cup&#8221; (Yorkies).</p>
<h3>The Toy Group includes:</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Affenpinscher</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Brussels Griffon</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Cavalier King Charles Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Chihuahua</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Chinese Crested</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>English Toy Spaniel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Havanese</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Italian Greyhound</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Japanese Chin</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Maltese</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Manchester Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Miniature Pinscher</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Papillion</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Pekingese</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Pomeranian</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Poodle</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Pug</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Shih Tzu</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Silky Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Toy Fox Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Yorkshire Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<h2>The Working Group</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;">The dogs in this group perform many types of work such as therapy dogs, herding dogs, guard dogs and pets.</p>
<h3>The Working Group includes:</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Akita</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Alaskan Malamute</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Anatolian Shepherd Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Bernese Mountain Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Black Russian Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Boxer</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Bullmastiff</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Doberman Pinscher</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Dogue de Bordeaux</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>German Pinscher</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Giant Schnauzer</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Great Dane</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Great Pyrenees</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Greater Swiss Mountain Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Komondor</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Kuvasz</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Mastiff</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Neapolitan Mastiff</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Newfoundland</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Portuguese Water Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Rottweiler</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Saint Bernard</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Samoyed</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Siberian Husky</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Standard Schnauzer</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Tibetan Mastiff</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<h2>Foundation Stock Service Breeds (incomplete listing)</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>American English Coonhound</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Azawaki</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Boerboel</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Catahoula Leopard Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Central Asian Shepherd Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Coton de Tulare</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Estrela Mountain Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Jindo</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Karelian Bear Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Lancaster Heeler</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Mudi</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Portuguese Podengo</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Rat Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Russell Terrier</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Slough</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Spanish Mastiff</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Spanish Water Dog</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Stabyhoun</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<ul>
<li>Thai Ridgeback</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Tree Walking Coonhound</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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