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All about Yorkies

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The Yorkshire Terrier, or Yorkie as it is nicknamed, is a member of the AKC (American Kennel Club) Toy group. This is a long haired terrier who has a distinctive blue and tan coat. According to registrations, this is the second most common dog in the United States in both 2006 and 2007, trailing closely behind the number one dog, the Labrador Retriever.

The Yorkie originated in Northern England,… Continue

Added by Susan Scully on August 3, 2008 at 9:05pm — No Comments

All about Boxers

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The Boxer is a stocky, medium-sized dog with a short back, strong limbs, and a short, tight-fitting coat. Boxers have short muzzles and their lower jaws extend past their upper ones. This gives them a strong bite, which was good when hunting. This short muzzle causes this breed to snore and drool, as well as have respiratory…

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Added by Susan Scully on June 24, 2008 at 6:12pm — No Comments

ANTI-BSL

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WHAT IS BSL (or Breed Specific Legislation)

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Breed-specific legislation (BSL), is any law, ordinance or policy which pertains to a specific dog…

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Added by Susan Scully on June 23, 2008 at 6:02am — 2 Comments

All about Bulldogs

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All about Bulldogs

The Bulldog is a medium-sized dog, and although they are not your typical lap dog, but would like to be! They range in size from 40 - 50 pounds and live an average of 8-10 years. The Bulldog may be brindle, white, red, fawn, fallow (pale cream to…

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Added by Susan Scully on June 8, 2008 at 9:08pm — No Comments

All about Pugs

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A Pug is a toy dog breed, first recognized by the AKC in 1885. The pug has a wrinkly face and medium-small body. The pug has a life span of 10 - 15 years. Their coats can come in many varieties including apricot, fawn, silver or black. Pugs are sociable dogs, friendly and seem to have a special…

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Added by Susan Scully on June 7, 2008 at 5:24pm — No Comments

English Mastiffs

All about English Mastiffs

The Mastiff is a mix of grandeur, dignity, gentleness and courage. It has been nicknamed the Gentle Giant and is calm and affectionate to its master, but capable of protection. If an unfamiliar person approaches near their perceived territory or its master, the Mastiff will immediately position themselves between its master and the stranger. English Mastiffs have earned themselves a spot in the world's…

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Added by Susan Scully on June 4, 2008 at 8:30pm — No Comments

Shih Tzus

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The Shih Tzu is part of the AKC Toy Group, recognized in 1969. The Shih Tzu is one of the top 10 breeds in the US per the AKC Registration Statistics, coming in at #9 in 2007.

This breed was an exclusive group of dogs bred by Buddhist monks that includes the Lhasa Apso and Tibetan Spaniel.…

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Added by Susan Scully on June 3, 2008 at 9:22pm — 2 Comments