Description: The Ainu Dog is a thin, muscular, sturdy-looking dog. It is impulsive and fast and has a light gait. Ainu's have small, erect ears that are at a right angle to the brow. Its eyes are somewhat small, dark brown and set triangularly. The teeth are healthy, solid and non-protruding. Some have spots of black on their tongues. The bridge is straight leading to its dark nose. The well-fitted lips have dark pigmentation. The tail curls in typical Spitz fashion. The Forelegs are straight and lean and the hindquarters are covered with a double coat. The harsh, straight coat colors come in sesame, brindle, wolf gray, red, brown or white.
Temperament: The Ainu Dog's character is packed full of desirable qualities. He has proven a fearless and determined hunter, watchdog, guard and defender, and at the same time a loyal and well-behaved dog. They have also been used as sled dogs and scenting hounds and can be trained for defense. It is intelligent and quickly trained. This large game hunter is extremely courageous for its size, willing to attack a 650 pound bear! Yet it is still gentle, obedient and home-loving. It has an innate sense of direction and can therefore return to its master no matter how great the distance. This is a typical Shika-Inu, or medium-sized dog: headstrong, stubborn, aggressive with other dogs, but deeply summative to its human family. Despite its long history as a working breed, the Ainu Dog ideally combines the roles of family pet and hunter. This breed should not be allowed to run free around other animals. They are good with children if they are raised with them from puppyhood.
Height & Weight: 18~22 inches ; 20-30 kg
Living Conditions: Not meant to be an apartment dog. They live open spaces and yards. Their thick coat protects them from cold.
Grooming: The harsh, straight, double coat of the Ainu Dog should be brushed and combed on a regular basis.
Origin: The Ainu Dog is a Japanese Spitz breed rarely seen outside that county. The dog was named after the Ainu tribe. Origin is unknown. They arrived in Japan over 3,000 years ago when the Ainu brought this Spitz-type dog with them. As the Ainu were pushed onto the island of Hokkaido by an influx of Japanese people, their dogs gradually became restricted to this island. The dog's ever alert and suspicious nature lent itself to the required role of village guardian. Their dog has changed little over the centuries. The Ainu Dog is probably the oldest of the Japanese breeds. It was later named the Hokkaido Dog, but is still better known as the Ainu Dog; indeed it is registered with the FCI under that name.
Instructor Momoe Yamamoto demonstrates yoga with her dog Moq, a four-year-old Pug
Chaco, a four-year-old Kaninchen Dachshund, takes part in a 'Dog Yoga' lesson organised by Japan Dog Yoga Association with owner Satoe Tachi at Nippon Ayurveda School in Tokyo. The lesson isaimed at improving health and bonding owner and dog through yoga.
Momo, a 5-year-old dachshund. walks on an aqua treadmill at 'El Perro', an aqua fitness centre for dogs, in Tokyo. The fitness centre has physical training and weight loss programmes and remedies for bone and sinew problems for dogs.
Description: The Afghan Hound is a sighthound with an aristocratic bearing. Tall and slender with a long, narrow, refined head, silky topknot and powerful jaws. The occiput is quite prominent. The muzzle is slightly convex ("Roman nose") with a black nose. There is little or no stop. The teeth should meet in a level or scissors bite. The dark eyes are almond shaped. The ears lie flat to the head. The neck is long and strong. The height at the withers should be almost level and the abdomen well tucked up. The hipbones are quite prominent. The front legs are strong and straight and the feet are large and covered with long hair. The tail has a curl or ring at the tip, but is not carried over the back. The long, rich, silky coat is most often the color of sand with a darker face and ear fringes, though all colors are permitted.
Temperament: Dignified, somewhat aloof, but very sweet, loyal, affectionate and sensitive, with a low dominance level. They must be trained kindly. The Afghan has been described as "a king of dogs." Majestic, elegant, noble and courageous, suspicious of, but not hostile to, strangers. Although tough, they will pine if they are deprived of attention. They will do best with older, considerate children. This breed can be difficult to housebreak. Some are timid and high strung.
Height , Weight: Dogs 27 to 29 inches , slightly less for bitches. Weight: 58-64lb (26-34kg.)
Health Problems: Generally healthy, the Afghan has a low pain tolerance, thereby suffering even with minor injuries.
Living Conditions: The Afghan Hound is not recommended for apartment life. They are relatively inactive indoors and do best with acreage. This breed can live in or outdoors, although it would be happier sleeping indoors.
Exercise: Afghan Hounds love open spaces and must be allowed to run free in a safe area as well as having long daily walks. It needs a minimum of 30 minutes of free galloping per day.
Life Span: About 14 years
Grooming: The long, thick coat demands a great deal of attention. When showing there is a must to bath once a week. Do not brush in-between baths in order to keep coat long and shiny. Brushing a dry coat will damage the coat and even make it more easily matted. Weekly baths are not as important if your Afghan is a pet and will not be shown, but doing so will make the coat less matted and will save you time in the end. Many wear snoods indoors to protect their ears from food bowls. A special air-cushioned brush or pinbrush is useful for grooming.
Origin: This is a very ancient dog, native to Sinai, and mentioned several times in Egyptian papyruses as well as pictured in the caves of northern Afghanistan more than 4000 years ago. The breed was kept pure for centuries, and its exportation was always prohibited. It therefore only reached Europe as contraband early in this century. This elegant sighthound was used as a shepherd and hunter of many types of game including deer, wild goats, and even wolves and snow leopards. They were also used by shepherds as herders and watchdogs. An extremely fast and agile runner, the Afghan Hound pursues game by sight. His thick coat protects against temperature extremes. In Europe and America he has become a luxurious pet because of his aristocratic beauty. Some of the Afghan's talents are hunting, sighting, tracking, herding, watchdogging, racing, and lure coursing.
The Affenpinscher is part of the Terrier group. The Affenpinscher is a dog with Excellent problem solving abilities. The trainability of the Affenpinscher is Above average. It was breed to be good for Companionship, Family Pet, Rodent Catcher, The Affenpinscher lifestyle is Energetic, does well as an inside dog
Affenpinschers can be prone to fractures, patent ductus arteriosus, slipped stifleopen fontanel and respiratory problems. They should not be allowed to attempt high impact jumps It is important that when contacting a Affenpinscher breeder that you express health concern issues and ask the breeder what they are doing in order to help mimimize them.
Please don't purchase your Affenpinscher from a petstore which commonly are known to support Affenpinscher puppy mills. Doing so only promotes inproper breeding ethics and promotes current Affenpinscher health issues. The AKC, FCI, CKC, SKC, WWKC, FIC registries recognize the Affenpinscher breed standard.
Group: Terrier
Shoulder Height: 09.75 in - 11.75 in
Weight: 7-8 pounds
Exercise req'd: Low-medium amount
Intelligence: High
Suitability for kids: Fair
Registries: AKC, FCI, CKC, SKC, WWKC, FIC
Country of Origin: Referred to as the "Monkey Dog" for its looks and comedic personality, this dog is a true toy terrier. Possibly related to the Schipperke, this breed is thought to be as much as 300 years old. Character: Affenpinschers are lively, intelligent, friendly, frisky and loyal. Temperament: Affenpinschers are fine around children, Affenpinschers and other pets. They sometimes guard their food and toys. Take a while to become used to strangers. Coat: Coarse and shaggy. Ears and tail generally docked in North America Care The coat may need to be plucked (never clipped)occasionally by a professional dog groomer. Color: Black preferred; black/tan, red or dark grey
Comments: Affenpinschers require minimal grooming, are great for small living area and make fine watch dogs. They are okay with children if raised up with them.
Purposes: Companionship, Family Pet, Rodent Catcher
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