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An Ancient Dog Breed, the Blue-Tongued Chow-Chow

An Ancient Dog Breed, the Blue-Tongued Chow-Chow

9/26/2017

The Chow-Chow is one of the oldest dog breeds, with scientific research indicating it has a history of approximately 2000 – 3000 years. Several theories have emerged about its homeland and origin. It is suggested that it has Arctic origins and is present in China.

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Russian Greyhound Breed Description

Russian Greyhound Breed Description

7/26/2015

The Russian Greyhound (Barzoi) has held a prestigious place in the history and culture of its homeland, Russia, for nearly 9 centuries. It was a popular subject among artists, and numerous sculptures and paintings were created of the breed, which is not as...

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Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed Description

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed Description

10/2/2014

My name is Áron Takács, owner of the "Pilisi Turkish Shepherd Dog" kennel. I have had shepherd dogs for fourteen years. At first, I had Central Asian Shepherd Dogs, and after some years I switched to keeping and breeding Anatolian Shepherd Dogs. More than

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Chow-Chow Breed Description

Chow-Chow Breed Description

8/18/2014

Why is the chow-chow different from other breeds? And why are chow-chow owners so different?! Perhaps it's the bluish-black tongue, which is unique among all dog breeds? Or the remarkable proud gait, which is so characteristic? Or maybe the fact that there isn't

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Leonberger Breed Description

Leonberger Breed Description

8/5/2014

FCI Classification: II. Breed Group – Pinschers, Schnauzers, Molossers Origin: The Leonberger, officially named Leonberger, originates from Germany. Its creator and founder was a gentleman named Heinrich Essig, who in the mid-19th century in Baden W

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Caucasian Shepherd Dog Breed Description

Caucasian Shepherd Dog Breed Description

7/8/2014

This breed description was written because of the Caucasian Shepherd Dog, naturally only in the hope of improvement! General appearance: Powerful, or roughly powerful appearance, strong, massive bones and muscles. The skin is elastic. Not desirable

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Miniature Schnauzer Breed Description

Miniature Schnauzer Breed Description

6/5/2014

Place of origin The place of origin of the Miniature Schnauzer is Germany. FCI classification group 2, Pinschers, schnauzers – molossers – Swiss mountain and pastoral dogs. General appearance Small, strong, more stocky than slender, with a coarse coat, el

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The True PUG Breed Description

The True PUG Breed Description

4/18/2014

Motto: "A LITTLE PIG, A LITTLE CAT, A BIT BIGGER FROM THE LATTER. OUR TAIL IS CURLY AND NOT HOOKED, OUR NAME IS PUG! DO YOU GET IT, SILLY?" / excerpt from Kameleon’s song "Pugmania" / There is a "standard" for every dog breed, which the International...

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German Shepherd Breed Description

German Shepherd Breed Description

11/25/2013

Breed Description The German Shepherd is a very strong, muscular dog with a slightly elongated body, having light but solid bones. The head is proportional to the body, with a slightly rounded forehead. The nose leather is most often black, sometimes found in blue and liver colors.

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Tibetan Mastiff Breed Description

Tibetan Mastiff Breed Description

11/20/2013

Breed Description The Tibetan Mastiff is a powerful, massive dog with strong bones. The body is slightly longer than it is tall. The slightly wrinkled head is broad, heavy, and strong. The wide muzzle appears square from every angle. Also robust

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