Group: Sporting
Weight: 45-75 lbs
Height: 22-26 inches
Overview
The German Wirehaired Pointer was first bred in the late 1800s and in the beginning of the 1900s in Germany. The origin of this breed is based on the thoughts of Sigismund Freiherr von Zedlitz und Neukirch. It was cautiously crossbred from the German Pointer and numerous other breeds. Not everyone agrees on all of these breeds, but it is believed that these breeds were the Wirehaired Griffon, the Poodle-Pointer, the Foxhound and the Bloodhound. In Germany, the Wirehaired Pointer is the most popular dog. It was however only formally recognized during the 1920s.
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May 02, 2008 | | Dog Breed
Group: Sporting
Weight: Male: 80-100, Female: 70-90 lbs
Height: Male: 25-27, Female: 23-25 inches
Overview
The Curly Coated Retriever has its origin in England and is one of the oldest dog breeds there is. English hunters favoured this breed, as they had very gentle retrieving abilities. This breed is particularly popular in Australia and in New Zealand. In the United States however they are fairly rare, and very difficult to get hold of.
Temperament
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May 01, 2008 | | Dog Breed
It’s such a happy day when your dog finally learns how to urinate outside and not all over your new antique carpet. Years later, when the dog starts breaking the rules again you have to wonder what went wrong? You probably know your dog very well and can sense when something isn’t right. You are correct-dogs do not forget how to follow the rules of the house. Usually, they are unaware that they are urinating, are in pain, or may even be unable to suppress the urge. What are the most common urinary problems in dogs?
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Apr 15, 2008 | | Article
Beagle puppies are often being passed off disobedient, un-trainable, hyperactive and mischievous. While that has some truth in it, life with a beagle puppy can be enjoyable, fun and downright interesting. What you need is patience, love and the right beagle training principles.
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Apr 06, 2008 | | Basic Training
Puppy crate training is controversial in many dog training circles. Whether you have a tiny Jack Russel or a big Labrador puppy, you will find that there are actually a number of benefits to proper crate training. Puppy crate training should never be used as a substitute for interacting with and enjoying your puppy, but if done properly, you will find that there are a number of benefits. So what does it help? Here are a few of the benefits that many a book, ebook, and magazine article will tell you are legitimate reasons why puppy crate training is the way to go.
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Apr 02, 2008 | | Basic Training
Dogs are some of the most popular choices for pets all across the world. Puppies are so much fun to watch as they are learning new things and adult dogs are an excellent choice for those that lead busy lives and may not have the appropriate time available to devote to taking proper care of a puppy. Now when trying to decide on whether to get a puppy or an adult dog there is a debate as to which one would be easier to train.
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Apr 01, 2008 | | Basic Training
Shih Tzu training can be a tough road to walk with a new puppy. What do you do with a puppy who pees absolutely everywhere and barks to no end? It can be so frustrating to deal with this and a real test of your patience. What is the best way and method for training your puppy? Here are some tips that most people don’t consider:
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Apr 01, 2008 | | Basic Training
Here we have 5 very useful guidelines that you can use when you are working with your puppy. You will want to teach him to behave and you also want him to be in the right frame of mind and condition to learn. This will make your experience more meaningful and enjoyable for both of you.
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Mar 30, 2008 | | Basic Training
How to make healthy dog food is no more difficult than fixing yourself a dinner. In fact, in many cases, it is easier. Take the recipe you will later later in this article of liver cookies. It’s about as hard to fix as chocolate chip cookies. You can make these in just a few minutes, give your dog a few, put the rest in the refrigerator an viola! You have dog treats for a whole week.
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Mar 29, 2008 | | Health & Safety
Mastiffs in one form or another have been around since before written history began. Carvings from the Babylonian palace of Ashurbanipal (these carvings are on display in the British Museum) show large Mastiff-type dogs hunting lions in the desert near the Tigris River.
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Mar 17, 2008 | | Article
Labrador Retrievers are intelligent and extremely active dogs. With these characteristics, leaving them alone will surely bore and cause them to think of doing other activities such as chewing, barking and digging. Yes, boredom is one of the reasons why a dog tends to dig holes wherever he pleases. This behavior can be very frustrating especially to dog owners who spend so much time and effort keeping the front lawn clean and beautiful. But don’t blame it on boredom alone. There are other reasons to this predicament.
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Mar 06, 2008 | | Dog Breed
Thinking of adding a new dog to your home? Congratulations! It’s an exciting decision, but also a very important one. After all, you are choosing to take on the well being of another living thing. This makes it necessary for you to make sure that you go with a dog that is right for your living circumstances. Here are a few examples of factors you should keep in mind when choosing a dog.
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Feb 29, 2008 | | Dog Breed
Aside from being entertained, dog agility training makes your dog vigorous and alert. This fun-filled activity even sharpens his mind and teaches him to make his own strategy on how to finish the course efficiently.
Agility training will also allow your dogs to perform obstacles. With this kind of training, dogs can improve coordination through the basic training exercises used to teach jumping and ramp work.
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Feb 28, 2008 | | Basic Training
The American Kennel Club has identified the Golden Retriever as a certain breed that fits within the sporting group of dog breeds. A mid-size dog, they tend to be eager to please and very friendly with people and other dogs. The American Kennel Club has specific qualifications for the standard of the Golden Retriever. These items include many aspects of the physical appearance of the dog including the head, neck, topline, body; forequarters, hindquarters color, coat, gait, temperament, size, proportion, substance and, of course, general appearance. Each of these categories is measured against very specifically definitions of the Golden Retriever standard, which is the model of the perfect Golden Retriever.
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Feb 28, 2008 | | Dog Breed
Learning new things can be stressful for your dog especially in the beginning when concepts and teaching methods are new. If your dog refused to eat during the early stages of training, stop the program and have a play session or calm your dog until it is relaxed and begins to accept treats again. This process may require 3 to 4 sessions but it is worth going through it to develop your dog’s positive attitude towards obedience.
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Feb 28, 2008 | | Basic Training