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Poitevin hound
Francia FCI 24 . Large-sized Hounds

Origin: France
Character: Energetic, determined and affectionate
Weight: 29,5 - 30,5 kg.
Height: 58-71 cm.
Life expectancy: 11-13 years

Poitevin hound

In the past, the Poitevin hound was also used as a wolf hunter.

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History Poitevin hound

The most widespread hypothesis about the origin of this breed of dog is that it was Viscount ร‰mile de La Besge who began to breed the Poitevin hound in the first half of the 19th century. Their dogs, that he had received as a present from an uncle, were the result of a union between Chiens Blancs du Roi and Larryes. The viscount bred no other dog until rabies killed him in 1842. He lost all his animals except two bitches.

To restore its population, ร‰mile de La Besge had six dogs brought to him from England (probably English Foxhound). But, then tried to roll back his influence by strict inbreeding. Thus the two males were born, Talbot and Rochester, and the two females, Tartane and Turbulente. Talbot and Turbulent They had a daughter, Dashing, who became famous for her particularly fine nose and speed. Mated with Traveller, an English male bred by him Conde Le Couteulx and gave birth to puppies of exceptional quality. It is assumed that Poitevin of today are all descendants of Fringante and Traveller. But, a certain earl Henri de La Porte stated that his uncles Auguste and Paul had already begun to fix the race in 1835, and that in the beginning there were quite a few others, namely, the male Tรฉnor and the female Ravissante.

The Poitevin hound was not accepted as a purebred dog for a long time. In the famous French hunting manualParforce, published in 1890 by the count Le Couteulx de Canteleu, only "bastards of the Haut-Poitouยซ, although the ability of dogs to hunt wolves was certainly appreciated. Besides the royal white dogs and the English Foxhound, it is said that the disappeared Larryes and Cรฉris contributed to the creation of the breed. It was a Scent hound medium size white and orange. It is said that he resembled greyhounds and was a very good hare hunter.. Perhaps it is from him that the special elegance of the Poitevin hound. Some cynologists also believe that it comes from Larrye, who is said to have had greyhounds in his ancestral line.

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Physical Characteristics Poitevino Hound

The coat of these pedigree dogs is short and shiny.. Dogs are usually tricolor and have black fur or large black spots. Some specimens can also be two-tone orange and white or wolf-colored.. In general, the physique is powerful and elegant. The expressive dark eyes give the Poitevin a serious look.

Height to the cross: For males between 62 and 72 cm., for females 60 to 70 cm..

Weight: Approx.. 30 kg.

Character and skills Poitevin hound

The character of Poitevin hound is characterized by its resistance and toughness. This pedigree dog is not deterred even by rough terrain. The race Poitevin is brave. He's kind to humans.

Dogs of this breed were bred for hunting and, usually, they are not satisfied with a life as a couch dog. Ideally, these dogs should be hunters. If you want to have a dog of this type, but do not use him to hunt, you must offer these animals a suitable occupation and sufficient exercise.

Aptitudes

In the past, the Poitevin hound he specialized mainly in hunting wolves. He was tirelessly in the way of his difficult prey. But today this beautiful hunting dog, that is strong, elegant and light at the same time, can be used for hunting all animals. The forest of La Mouliรจre, where did he born Poitevin hound ago 150 years under the aegis of the Viscount of La Besge, it was not easy terrain. The dogs had to be able to wander through the dense, thorny undergrowth without hesitation and were not allowed to be disturbed by overhanging branches., gorse and the like. And to this day the breed has retained its special strength and tenacity., allowing you to complete a task in any circumstance.

Poitevin hound
Poitevin hound

It also, the Poitevin hound I needed a proper portion of courage, because I had to put the wolf, as well, and it was much bigger than his own Poitevin. The Poitevin they even had to chase especially robust wolves, sometimes almost 100 km. During the night they and the dogs rested, but the next morning the Poitevin they had to be able to follow the trail again. For this they needed an extremely pronounced sense of smell.

Has been used to living in a kennel for a long time, so this is still the ideal way to keep the Poitevin hound. But, the kennel should be so large that the dogs that live in it have enough space to vent. One should strictly pay attention to the hygiene and cleanliness of his place.

Also outside the hunting season the Poitevin hound needs plenty of space and enough opportunities to run and play, a park would be ideal. If dogs live in a kennel, visit them as often as possible, because the relationship with humans should not be neglected.

Poitevin hound health and care

The Poitevin is considered a dog with robust health. Little maintenance required. The short coat can be brushed from time to time. The ears should be checked regularly for parasites and cleaned. Dog owners who want to cover themselves as best as possible are advised to have medical insurance for dogs and liability insurance for dogs.

Poitevin hound Nutrition

This dog eats for two, especially during hunting season. But he is not very picky and is satisfied with simple food. Daily 200 g of vegetables with 200 g of dog or rice flakes and 400 g of meat. offal such as liver, the kidneys and heart are particularly suitable. Especially for puppies and young dogs. Eggs also contain many valuable nutrients. They can be fed both cooked and raw. In certain circumstances, even with the shell. During hunting season, which is very hard for dogs, you must feed them fatty bacon. Of course, the dog must always have fresh water available. An automatic irrigation system is recommended here.

Where to buy a Poitevin hound

If you are interested in this breed of Scent hound and are looking for the right Poitevin hound breeder, you may need to plan a little more time for the search. These French hunting dogs are not too common outside of their country of origin.. For this reason, interested parties should look for a breeder in France.

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.1: Large-sized Hounds. โ“˜
  • – Central Canine Society โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Poitevin hound"

Origin:
France

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
17.11.1978

Use:

Hound



General appearance:

This is a very distinguished dog, that brings together, with a high degree of perfection, characteristics such as strength, elegance and agility, combined with a set of very attractive colors.



Behavior / temperament:

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Head:

It is elongated, but without excess. It is not very wide, and the bones protrude with a slight protuberance at the back of the skull.

Cranial region:

Craging: It is flatter than domed and descends in a slight slope towards the nasal cannula..

facial region:

  • Trufa: Very strong, wide and prominent.
  • Caรฑa nasal: Slightly swollen. It is elongated, although not in excess.
  • Belfos: The upper lip covers the lower lip well. The snout is somewhat sharp.
  • Ojors: Large, browns, black bordered. The look is expressive.
  • Obars: Medium width. They are thin and their insertion is a little low. They are medium long and somewhat crooked.

Neck:

It is long, delgado, and does not have a double chin.

Body:

  • Espalda: It is well muscled and appears well attached to the body..
  • Pork loin: Well muscled.
  • Coscaffold: long.
  • Flalso: They are slightly raised, although the belly is quite developed.

Tail:

Medium length. It's thin, and it is not spike-shaped (towards the tip, around the tail, a few longer and thicker hairs slightly distant). It appears well attached to the spine, and has a slightly curved shape. The dog carries it with elegance.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Straight, well muscled. They are thin, strong, flat and wide.

Hormbro: Long, flat and oblique. It appears attached to the body.

LATER MEMBERS:

  • Ancas: Slightly oblique, solid and long.
  • Thighs: Very muscular.
  • Corvejรณn: It is located close to the ground. It is well poised, although it is slightly angled.

PIIS: wolf foot, rather elongated and very resistant.

Movement:

It's very loose. The dog gallops easily, High effortlessly and moves very well in the undergrowth.

Mantle

PIEL: The truffle is black. The skin of the testicles varies between white and black.

Plink: short and bright.

Colorr: Tricolor, with a black cloak or with large spots; sometimes it is white or orange. Many specimens have wolf-colored hair.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross of 62 to 72 cm in males, and 60 to 70 cm in females.



Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

FALTAS DISQUALIFYING:

  • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
  • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
  • Cobarday, aggression toward owner.
  • black and white dogs.
  • Chin presence.
  • Dogs with mild underprognathism will not be eliminated.
  • In equal quality, dogs with a normal jaw are preferred.


N.B.:
  • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
  • Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

Itlatest changes are in bold.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Haut-Poitou (English).
2. Chien du Haut-Poitou (French).
3. Haut-Poitou (German).
4. Pictava (Portuguese).
5. Poitevino (espaรฑol).

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Petit Gascon Saintongeois
Francia FCI 21 - Medium-sized Hounds

Origin: France
Character: Quiet and affectionate
Weight: 16 - 21 kg
Height: Males: 56 - 62 cm. - females: 54 - 59 cm.
Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

Petit Gascon Saintongeois

The Petit Gascon Saintongeois was destined, in its origins, mainly hunting the hare.

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History

Of French origin, named after the provinces of Gascuรฑa and Saintonge.

By mid-century 20, some large game hunters in the Southwest selected the smallest specimens from their litters of Gascon Saintongeois and they fixed this variety, destined, in its origins, mainly hunting the hare.

Photo: Little Gascon de Saintonge by Jรฉrรดme BARDIAU, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Physical characteristics

Medium-sized dog, well proportioned and distinguished.

Size:

Males: 56 to 62 cm..
females: 54 to 59 cm..

Character and skills

Multi-purpose dog used for rifle hunting. Because of its origin it hunts especially the hare, but it is also very good for hunting big game.

Characteristics "Petit Gascon Saintongeois"

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.2: Medium-sized Hounds. โ“˜
  • – Central Canine Society โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Petit Gascon Saintongeois"

Origin:
France

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
06.03.2007.

Use:

Gran Gascon Saintongeois: Used for rifle hunting and sometimes for small game, big game and also hare. It is generally used in a pack or alone, as a tracker.

Pequeรฑo Gascon Saintongeois: Multi-purpose dog used for rifle hunting. Because of its origin it hunts especially the hare, but it is also very good for hunting big game.



General appearance:

Gedge: Very well built dog, which gives at the same time an impression of strength and elegance. He is of a very French type when it comes to the head, fur and expression.

Psmall: Medium-sized dog, well proportioned and distinguished.

PROPORCIONES IMPORTANT:

Height at withers/scapulo-ischial length in a ratio of 10/10.5 The length of the muzzle is equal to the skull.



Behavior / temperament:

Pack dog par excellence, up to the sense of smell, bold, gifted with a beautiful voice. He joins the pack by instinct. It's calm, affectionate and obeys orders easily.

Head:

The lines of the skull and the nasal passage are divergent.

Cranial region:
  • Craging: Seen from the front, It is arched and rather narrow; the occipital protuberance is well marked. Seen from above, the back has a pronounced ogival shape.
  • Dnaso-frontal depression: Little pointed.

facial region:

  • Trufa: black, well developed, the windows wide open.
  • Labios: They cover the lower jaw, the corner is discreet. The edge of the lips is black.
  • Cnasal year: Powerful, slightly arched.
  • Jaws: Scissor joint. The incisors are at right angles to the jaws..
  • Cheeks: Thin.

OJOS: Oval, browns. The edge of the eyelids is black. The expression is sweet and confident.

OREJAS: Fine, bent. They must reach at least the end of the truffle. They occur below the eye line, quite far back, leaving the skull very clear.

Neck:

Of medium length and thickness. It is slightly arched and has little dewlap.

Body:

  • lynand the top: It is firm and not excessively long.
  • Lomo: It is well attached to the body. It is slightly convex, quite muscular and not too long.
  • Glikeness: Slightly oblique, wide enough.
  • Pecho: Large, long, descends to the level of the elbows. The front part of the chest is quite open.
  • Costillas: Slightly rounded and long.
  • Flank: It's a little raised.

Tail:

It is thick at the base; very thin at its end. Reaches to the tip of the hock. The elegant bearing, Sabre-shaped.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

  • Ageneral appearance: The previous room is powerful.
  • Hshoulder: Rather long, muscular, moderately oblique.
  • Elbow: Well adhered to the body.
  • Aforearm: Strong bones.
  • Pinis previous: Slightly elongated oval shape. The fingers are thin and close together. The foot pads and nails are black.

LATER MEMBERS:

  • Ageneral appearance: The hindquarters are well proportioned.
  • Thighs: Long and well muscled.
  • Corvejรณn: Width, well angled. Well inclined, visibly directed towards the axis of the body.
  • Pinis later: Slightly elongated oval shape. The fingers are thin and close together. The foot pads and nails are black.

Movement:

Uniform and loose.

Mantle

PIEL: Stretchy and not too thick. It is white with black spots.

Plink: Short and dense.

Codor: The background is white, with black spots; sometimes it is speckled, although not in excess. Two black spots are usually present on each side of the head.; cover the ears, surrounding the eyes and cheeks-reach. The cheeks are color fire, preferably pale.

Two fire-colored brands, located on the top of the eyebrows, They simulate โ€œfour eyesโ€. They are also observed, tan traces on the inner surface of the ear and specks along the extremities. Some tawny hairs may appear on the top of the ear, without this giving the head a tricolor appearance. Sometimes a typical dead leaf spot is observed on the lower part of the thigh., known as โ€œroe deer markโ€.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

Grand:

  • Males: 65 to 72 cm..
  • females:62 to 68 cm..

Petit:

  • Males: 56 to 62 cm..
  • females: 54 to 59 cm..

    With a tolerance of approximately 1 cm..



Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

Cthey are not coming:

  • Short.
  • Wide skull.
  • Short ears; ears that stand high.
  • Total absence of fire color.

Cfamily:

  • Absence of volume.
  • Flabby upper margin.
  • sunken croup.
  • Deviated tail.

Members:

  • Bone structure that is not sufficiently developed.
  • Shoulders that are too oblique or too straight.
  • crushed feet.
  • Straight posterior angulation.
  • closed hock, seen from behind.

FALTAS DISQUALIFYERS:

  • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
  • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.
  • Lack of type, and in particular wide and round skull.
  • Upper or lower prognathism.
  • light eyes.
  • Any other layer other than that established in the standard.


N.B.:
  • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
  • Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

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Portuguese Podengo
Portugal FCI 94 . Primitive type - Hunting Dogs

Origin: Portugal
Character: Loving and vivacious
Weight: 4 to 20 Kg
Height: 16 to 70 cm.
Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

Podenco Portuguรฉs

The Portuguese Podengo is a breed of dog that is in danger of extinction.

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History

The Portuguese Podengo It is considered one of the oldest dogs breeds, that has its origins in the Phoenicians, cultural matrix of which descend the Portuguese. It is a native breed of Portugal, with great skills for hunting, but also surveillance, It is commonly used on farms to alert of the presence of intruders.

The great family of the hound race, specialists in the topic raised it was in Portugal where most subjected to crossing and as a result, branched lineage. Within their ancestors argue that perhaps the closest the Ibizan Hound, and various types of dogs of traces of lived (They inhabit) throughout the Mediterranean area. Like all hound dogs, History shows that they are represented in Egyptian paintings of thousands of years ago.

according to size, There are three varieties of Portuguese Hound, Grand, Small and medium, being each variety, products of the different crossing, over time.

It is believed that the great variety has emerged the variety of Portuguese Podengo small and medium, the ancestor of the Grande variety is the Pharaoh Hound spread from North Africa to the Iberian Peninsula. Although other authors raise that it is possible that the hound descends from the small Iberian wolves. There is still controversy...

Although one of the theories suggests that the Medium Portuguese Podenco arises, of different Podenco dogs from North Africa, The most accepted theory is that this variety, directly descended from the Portuguese Podengo Grande.

The small Portuguese Hound, sometimes described as a Chihuahua heavier (There is no kinship between these two races), often collaborate in the tasks of hunting with their larger peers, what this dog does is get into the rabbit hole and scare them so that they come out and are hunted by their pack mates.

In the North of Portugal today it is still used for hunting rabbits and small vermin. Hunting in a pack or alone. Although this dog can be seen in the rest of the country, its popularity lies in the North of the same.

Physical characteristics

As specified above, according to size, There are three varieties of Portuguese Hound, Grand, Medium- and Petit:

  • Portuguese Podengo Grande: It is a very rare variety and is in danger of extinction, especially the smooth variety. They are usually used in packs to hunt large prey such as deer or wild boar.. It is the only Portuguese breed used for wild boar hunting. His cloak can be short and smooth (less common and on the verge of extinction) or rough and long.
  • Portuguese Podengo Medio: It is the fastest of the three varieties, excellent Hunter of rabbits and hares. You can hunt in a pack or alone. Like the great Portuguese Hound, their coats can be smooth or rough and short and long. Of the three varieties this is the most common, and the greatest concentration of these dogs is located in the North of Portugal.
  • Portuguese Podengo Pequeno: Like his brother medium is an excellent Hunter of rabbits and hares. Responsible for getting into the Burrows (Thanks to its size and agility) to drive away prey and be hunted down by his pack mates. The small Portuguese Podengo coat is short and smooth, only.

The varieties in the fur are related to the inclement weather and adaptation to the same, the smooth-haired variety is more common in northern Portugal, characterized by being a humid area, This soft and smooth coat is necessary because it is dried more easily after wet.

The variety of hair bristles found in drier areas, where the coat of hair has the function of protecting the dog from the sun's rays and cold weather in winter. Nature is wiseโ€ฆ

The hair short or long, thick medium and bright. In dogs with long hair and rough, the hairs of the snout are long (Beard). The predominant colors are yellow and the fawn (with its varieties of color clear, to very dark), and diluted or matte black; unicolores with or without white spots or white spotting.

Their life expectancy is around the 12 or 14 years, and it is a race that is rarely seen outside Portugal.

In general, is a medium-sized dog, well proportioned, muscular with good bone structure. It has long, narrow head, with moderately wide skull and the pointed snout.

The ears, large and triangular, they are carried erect. It has eyes expressive and little bulging in orbits, color honey or brown, according to coat color.

The pigmentation of eyelids is darker that the of the fur. The body is quite long, with ribs moderately arched.

The tail, is strong and pointed, long and medium length, It is held horizontal or slightly arched in activity.

Character and skills

The Portuguese Podengo, It is their three varieties has a cheerful character, intelligent and very sociable with other dogs. They are extremely affectionate with their owners, especially with the children.

They are very shy with strangers, always alert and constant surveillance of their territory, that makes them good guard dogs, although, It lacks the aggressiveness which may show a watchdog or defence.

Observations

Unfortunately, the Portuguese Podengo It is one of the canine breeds that today are found in danger of extinction, even in Portugal. It is not easy to see them out of Portugal.

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 5: Spitz-type dogs and primitive type – Section 7: Primitive type - Hunting Dogs. โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Portuguese Podengo"

Origin:
Portugal

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
04.11.2008

Use:

hunting dog, guard and companion dog



General appearance:

Quadrangular pyramidal head, erect ears, sickle-shaped tail, well proportioned with a solid build and well muscled. Very loving and intelligent, sober and rustic. It comes in three sizes with two varieties of hair: smooth and wired.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:

Podenco Grande y Medio: Almost square (midline sub) with large to medium substance respectively.
Length of the body in relation to the height at the withers: 11 / 10 and depth of chest with respect to the height at the withers 1 / 2.

Little Podenco: Body somewhat longer than tall (long sub), small in stature. The length of the body is somewhat greater than its height at the withers in a proportion โ€“ length of the body / height to the cross: 6 / 5.
chest depth / height to the cross: 1 / 2.

In all varieties the length of the snout is less than the length of the skull.



Behavior / temperament:

Podenco Grande: Used for hunting big game.

Podenco Medio: Also known as Warren Hound, his natural aptitude as a rabbit hunter is well known. Hunt alone or in a pack.

Little Podenco: Used to search for rabbits in burrows and rocks.

All varieties are used as guard and companion dogs..

Head:

Thin, in the form of a quadrangular pyramid trunk. Its base is wide and its quite pointed end. The upper longitudinal axes skull facial differ.

Cranial region:
  • Skull: Annoying. The profile is almost straight. The eyebrows are prominent. The frontal furrow is little pronounced. The handset inter space is horizontal and the back of the head is prominent.
  • Depression front naso (Stop): Little pronounced.

facial region:

  • Nose: Thin. Se adelgaza y es truncada en forma oblicua; is prominent in its end. Its color is darker than the coat.
  • Nose cane: Rounded cross section; straight profile. It is shorter than the length of the skull and wider at the base than at its tip.
  • Lips: Are well applied to each other. They are fine, strong and well straight.
  • Jaws/teeth: Normal, scissor bite, with solid and white teeth. The two jaws have a regular opposition. Complete dentition in the large variety.
  • Cheeks: Thin or placed oblique views of front.
  • Eyes: They are expressive and little bulging in orbits. Its colour goes from the honey to Brown, according to coat color. They are small and oblique. The pigmentation of eyelids is darker than the coat.
  • Ears: Insertion oblique and medium. Straight and high mobility are. They are vertical to the front when the dog is alert. They are sharp, and wide at the base. Triangular shape, thin; a height larger than the base and considerable.

Neck:

Harmoniously joined with the head and trunk. It is straight, long, provided, strong and well muscled. It presents no Chin.

Body:

  • top line: It is straight, level.
  • Cross: Only slightly visible in relation to the neck and back.
  • Back: Straight. It is long.
  • Pork loin: Straight. It is wide and muscled.
  • Rump: Medium length. It is wide and muscled; straight, or little fall.
  • Breast : Breastwork muscular and low protrusion. It is not very broad. deep chest, medium-amplitude up to the level of the elbows. It is long, with the sternum inclined backwards and upwards. Ribs well arched and bent.
  • Belly and flanks: Thin; slightly agalgados.
  • bottom line: It is slightly high.

Tail:

Natural. Set rather high. It is strong, thick and pointy; medium length. During rest it falls between the buttocks, to the hock and is slightly curved. When the dog is moving rises horizontally, slightly arched, or folded vertically in the form of Scythe, Although never screwed.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Seen from the front and profile are appropriate limbs. They are muscular and thin.

  • Shoulder: Long, inclined, strong and muscular well, scapula โ€“ humerus angle of approximately 100ยบ.
  • Elbows: Parallel to the main line of the body.
  • Forearm: Vertical; long and muscled.
  • Carpo: Delgado, is not prominent.
  • Metacarpus: Strong; short, little oblique.
  • Front feet: Rounded. Long toes, strong, together, and well arched. Fingernails are short and strong, preferably dark. The pads are durable and hard.

LATER MEMBERS: Seen from the back and side are well Plumb. They are muscular and thin.

  • Thigh: Long; medium-amplitude and well muscled.
  • Knee joint: femur โ€“ tibia angle approximately 135ยบ.
  • Leg: It is oblique, long, thin, strong and muscled.
  • Hock: Medium tall. It is thin and strong. The hock angle is open approximately 135ยบ.
  • Metatarsus: It is strong, short, Spurs and oblique.
  • Rear feet: They are rounded, with long toes, strong, together, and well arched. Fingernails are short and strong, preferably dark. The pads are durable and hard.

Movement:

Fast and agile. Lightweight trot.

Mantle

SKIN: The mucous membranes are preferably black, or always darker than the coat. The skin is thin and stretched.

HAIR: Two varieties. The hair is short or long, medium-thick. The hair is smooth when it is short, or rough when long. Short hair is more abundant than the long hair.
In dogs with long hair and rough, the hairs of the snout are long (Beard). There is no presence of an internal layer of hairs.

COLOR: The predominant colors are yellow and the fawn (with its varieties of color clear, to very dark), and diluted or matte black); unicolores with or without white spots or white spotting.
In the small hound the following colors are accepted but are not preferred: black, Brown with or without white markings, or white with spots of these colors.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

  • Petit: 20 โ€“ 30 cm..
  • Medium: 40 โ€“ 54 cm..
  • Grand: 55 โ€“ 70 cm..

Weight:

  • Petit: 4 โ€“ 6 Kg.
  • Medium: 16 โ€“ 20 Kg.
  • Grand: 20 โ€“ 30 Kg.


Fouls:

Any deviation from the above criteria should be considered as missing and the severity of this is considered in proportion to the degree of deviation from the standard and its effect on the health and welfare of the dog.

  • Behavior: Signs of shyness.
  • Snout / Skull: Skull upper longitudinal axes parallel facial.
  • Jaws: Incorrect occlusion or improperly implanted teeth, bite clamp, incomplete dentition in the large variety.
  • Truffle: Partial absence of pigmentation.
  • Neck: Arcuate.
  • Body: Arched top line.
  • Rump: Too steep.
  • Spurs: Its existence is not appreciated.
  • Fur: Silky and / or Undercoat.

SEVERE FAULTS:

  • Snout / Skull: Upper longitudinal axes convergent facial skull.
  • Truffle: Total absence of pigmentation.
  • Ears: Rounded.
  • Belly: Very agalgado.
  • Tail: Threaded queue.

MISS PLAYOFFS:

  • Behavior: Aggressiveness or excessive shyness.
  • General aspect: Signs of crossing with a Greyhound (Spanish Hound) or a Perdiguero (Portuguese Braco).
  • Jaws: Improper opposition of the jaws.
  • Eyes: Eyes of different colour (heterochromia).
  • Ears: Bent or folded.
  • Color: Striped, black and tan, Tri-color or totally white.
  • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities should be disqualified..


N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

TRANSLATION: Rafael Santiago (Puerto Rico).
Technical review: Miguel Angel Martinez (Federation Cynologique Argentina).

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Portuguese Warren Hound (English).
2. Podengo portugais, Lรฉvrier portugais (French).
3. Podengo Portuguรชs (German).
4. Cรฃo-coelheiro (Portuguese).
5. Podengo portuguรชs (espaรฑol).

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Pomeranian
Alemania FCI 97 . European Spitz

Origin: Germany
Character: Territorial and independent
Weight: 1.4 to 3.2 kg
Height: 18 to 22 cm.
Life expectancy: 12 - 16 years

Pomeranian

The Pomeranian very active, independent, Intelligent, brave and loyal.

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History

The Pomeranian (Deutscher Spitz;, Pomeranian Lulu or Deutscher Zwergspitz) It is a dog of the Spitz family, named for the region of Pomerania Central, Eastern Germany, and is classified as a dog ยซToyยป due to its small size.

The ancestors of the Pomerania were Iceland and Lapland sled dogs, He came to Europe because of Pomerania.

The region of Pomerania, bathed in the north by the Baltic Sea and bounded in the west by the island of Rรผgen and in the east by the Vistula River, It was occupied by many peoples, celts, Slavs, Poles, Swedes, Danish and Prussian. Its name comes from Pomore or Pommern, which means "by the sea", and it was given in times of Charlemagne. Is in Pomerania where the Spitz won fame as a pet and dog work.

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Peruvian Hairless Dog
Perรบ FCI 310 . Primitive type

Origin: Peru
Character: Affectionate and reserved
Weight: 4 - 25 Kg
Height: 25 โ€“ 65 cm.
Life expectancy: 11 - 12 years

Peruvian Hairless Dog

The Peruvian Hairless Dog is a friendly and adaptable companion.

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History

The exact origin of the Peruvian Hairless Dog. But, their ancestors seem to be deeply rooted in Peru: Illustrations on the vessels of Moche culture, show hairless dogs already in the 750 AC. Later, these funny animals were reserved for the rich Incas, who took care not to mate them with other native dogs. It was also the Incas who prohibited the consumption of dog meat in the northern regions of Peru..

When the Spanish conquered the country, they found many naked dogs among the orchids of the Incas, so the Europeans called them ยซperros de las floresยซ. During the period of conquest, the breed was almost extinct, but some specimens survived in remote villages where the inhabitants valued them for the partly mythical qualities attributed to them: Because of its special appearance, four-legged creatures were said to have a healing effect on certain diseases, for example, bone and joint diseases.

In 1985, the world's largest dog breeding organization, the Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI), recognized the Peruvian Hairless Dog as an independent race. So Today There Are Officially Three Naked Dog Breeds. Besides of Peruvian Hairless Dog, these are the Mexican Naked Dog, also known by the beautiful name of ยซXoloitzcuintleยซ, and the Chinese Crested Dog. The three races are closely related to each other.

Physical characteristics

The name says it all: The most striking of the most Peruvian Hairless Dogs that's what's missing: the coat. But, the standard allows for some locks on the head and tail even in naked dogs without hair. Skin can be light or dark in different shades of color, smooth or white-spotted. But, not all naked dogs are naked, because there's a variant with hair: the so-called "hairy", which are essential for breeding for health reasons. About a third of naked dogs belong to this group.

Since 2013 hairy variants can also be seen in canine exhibitions, since they have been added to the standard. Your hair should be short and soft, all colors are allowed. The Peruvian Hairless Dog reminiscent of greyhounds in their physique. This slender breed of dog has large erect ears that can rest back, an elegantly curved and hanging tail and an athletic complexion.

Naked dog lovers can enjoy three size variations:

– The small version has a shoulder height of 25 to 40 cm..
– The median 40 to 50 cm..
– The Greats Peruvian Hairless Dogs have between 50 and 65 height cm.

The weight varies according to 4 to 25 kg. Only a few Peruvian Hairless Dogs have a full denture, but these usually include all representatives of the furry variant.

Character and skills

The Peruvian Hairless Dog is a friendly and adaptable companion. He prefers to be with his human with the one who has a close relationship. It belongs to very sociable dogs. He likes to integrate into a family and quickly befriends other pets and children. It is said that many Peruvian Hairless Dogs protect fervently, especially the women and children of the herd. Here it is important to be careful when visiting children that the Peruvian interprets offensive situations for his protรฉgรฉ and rushes to help his little two-legged friend unnecessarily..

Vivacious and curious, is a wonderful companion for outdoor activities, but behaves calmly and relaxed inside. He especially likes to get comfortable on his owner's lap and enjoys closeness and warmth.. To strangers he is often distant and alert, but not aggressive.

Education

Like a dog of the original type, the Peruvian Hairless Dog it also provides original behavior in the man-animal relationship. That's why it makes sense in educational matters if you already have any experience with dogs. But, even ambitious beginners can successfully train a Peruvian Hairless Dog. Clear rules and consistency are, as in most dogs, the key to success.

The Peruvian Hairless Dog is a sensitive four-legged friend – hard you'll only get the opposite with it – will retire. Some Peruvian Hairless Dogs tend to get scared or fear new situations. So, it is especially important to train this dog extensively and at the right pace to different situations without overloading it.

Your breeder will be able to give you some advice when you buy a puppy. Whether on a train journey, on a trip to the city center or on a visit home, introduce your partner into these everyday situations since you're a puppy. Regular training at a canine school, preferably already with the young puppy in the form of playgroups for puppies, is highly recommended and also reinforces the social side of the Peruvian Hairless Dog.

Breeding of the โ€œPeruvian Hairless Dogโ€

As already mentioned, during mating a special health feature should be taken into account: during breeding, the furry ones, that is to say, hairy representatives of the breed, should be crossed regularly. The reason for this is that the dominant allele of hairlessness can only lead to viable embryos in combination with a hair allele, that is to say, Heterozygosity. Homozygous hairless embryos are already reabsorbed in the uterus. As pure breeding for hairlessness is therefore not possible, hairless naked dogs also occur over and over again.

The Peruvian Hairless Dogs they usually have an incomplete denture, what doesn't usually restrict them. With the light-skinned specimens, especially at the beginning of summer, it's important to make sure they get used slowly in the sunlight, then tanning. Sun protection also makes sense, because otherwise dogs can develop severe sunburn, especially when they like to go to sunny places. Also in winter some specimens need protection from the weather in the form of a dog coat., because if they can't run, cool down quickly during normal ride. Smaller variants of the breed are more sensitive to this than larger ones.

One Peruvian Hairless Dog can reach an age of up to 15 years.

Care

With the naked representatives of the breed you can leave the comb with confidence. It also, has the great advantage that it can normally detect parasites in the skin of the Peruvian Hairless Dog immediately and apply appropriate antidotes – from tick tweezers to flea repellent. But, even the Peruvian Hairless Dog needs regular care. If required – some owners recommend once a week – wash it with a sponge and a mild dog shampoo. Some Peruvian Hairless Dogs tend to have dry skin, which can be remedied with soft moisturizers for fragrance-free babies or with olive or coconut oil. In summer, sunscreen is an indispensable tool for light-colored dogs. Cut the claws of your Peruvian Hairless Dog if they get too long and clean your four-legged friend's ears with a dog ear cleaner if necessary.

Buy a โ€œPeruvian Hairless Dogโ€

The Peruvian Hairless Dog are rare in Europe and therefore breeders are rare. Find the appropriate umbrella organizations in your country, that can help you in your search. In Germany, for example, el Club for Exotic Breed Dogs e.V. has a list of breeders, In Switzerland there is a "Swiss Naked Dog Club of Latin America", which is dedicated to the promotion of the two breeds of dogs: the Xoloitzcuintle and the Peruvian Hairless Dog. In these clubs and similar ones you can find information and contacts of ambitious breeders. Considering possible adoptions across national borders, consider what to consider when adopting puppies from abroad.

As a fan of naked dogs, you probably know the closely related races, the Xoloitzcuintle and the Chinese Crested Dog – perhaps one of these dogs could also be an option for you and is more likely to be found in your region. It also, openness to the other two races, as well as the crossings, it's usually a good idea if you want to give a home to a naked older dog. This usually requires some research. But in the meantime, Keywords like โ€œnaked dogs in distressโ€ on the Internet promise successes that lead adult naked dogs to look for a new place to live. Try to find out as much as possible about the story of your potential new fourth-legged partner.

Characteristics "Peruvian Hairless Dog"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Peruvian Hairless Dog" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Images "Peruvian Hairless Dog"

Photos:

1 – ยซHairless dog of Peruยป by Paradais Sphynx, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
2 – ยซHairless dog of Peruยป by No machine-readable author provided. Manuel Gonzรกlez Olaechea assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3 – ยซHairless dog of Peruยป by Carlos Adampol Galindo from DF, Mexico, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
4 – ยซHairless dog of Peruยป by Marina Alonso Esparrรฉ, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
5 – ยซHairless dog of Peruยป by Carlos Adampol Galindo from DF, Mexico, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
6 – ยซHairless dog of Peruยป by Carlos Adampol Galindo from DF, Mexico, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
7 – ยซHairless dog of Peruยป by Pleple2000, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Videos "Peruvian Hairless Dog"

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 5: Spitz-type dogs and primitive type – Section 6: Primitive type. โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Peruvian Hairless Dog"

Origin:
Peru

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
08.10.2012

Use:

Companion dog



General appearance:

According to its general confirmation, it is a slender and elegant specimen., whose aspect expresses speed, strength and harmony without appearing crude.
This breed's fundamental characteristic is the absence of hair on the body.. Another of its peculiarities is that its teeth, almost always, is incomplete. Of noble and affectionate character with those at home; reserved with strangers; awake, alert and guardian.

important proportions:

The relationship between the height at the withers and the length of the body is 1:1, allowing the body of the females slightly longer than that of the males.



Behavior / temperament:

Noble and affectionate with those at home while remaining awake and alert. In the presence of strangers, becomes suspicious and guardian.

Head:

Lupoid conformation.

Cranial region:
  • Skull:Mesocephalus. Ortoide (the direction of the superior cranio-facial axes is parallel), accepting slight divergence. The skull seen from the top is wide, tapering towards the nose.. Superciliary arches are moderately developed. The occipital crest is poorly marked.
  • Depression links (Stop): Bit strong (approximately 140ยฐ).

facial region:

  • Truffle:The color of the nose should harmonize with the color of the skin, in its various shades.
  • Snout:In profile, maintains a straight line.
  • Lips:The lips should be as tight as possible and adhere to the gums..
  • Jaws/Teeth:The incisors should fit for a scissor bite and the canines are normally developed. The absence of one or all pre-molars or molars is allowed. The jaw is poorly developed.
  • Cheeks:Normally developed.

Eyes:Of attentive and intelligent expression. They should be medium in size, slightly almond shaped, or sunk or bulging, with a normal and regular location, that is to say, neither too close nor too far. Color may vary from black, going through dark brown and in descending tones to yellow, harmonizing with skin color. In all cases both eyes must be the same color. The color of the eyelids may be from black to pink for specimens whose facial area is light, allowing those of light or pink colors but not being the most recommended.

Ears:The ears should be erect in attention, while at rest they are glued back. The ears are medium long, wide at the base and gradually tapering to an almost pointed end. Its insertion begins on the top of the skull, ending laterally and obliquely. The axes of the ears in the erect position can vary their angle relative to each other, approaching 90ยฐ.

Neck:

  • Top profile:Arcuate (convex).
  • Length:About the same length as the head.
  • Form:Looks like a truncated cone. Flexible and well-muscled.
  • Skin:Fina, smooth and elastic. Intimately adhered to the subcutaneous tissue. No double chin.


Body:

Mesomorfo.

  • top line:Rectilinear, although certain specimens mark a dorso-lumbar convexity, getting lost with the rump.
  • Cross:Little pointed.
  • Back: Rectilinear top profile, with well-developed back muscles, forming in many cases a muscular biconvexity along the entire dorsal region, extending to the lower back.
  • Pork loin:Must be strong and muscular. Its length is approximately 1/5 the height at the withers.
  • Rump:The upper profile is slightly convex. Its inclination with respect to the horizontal, makes an angle of approximately 40ยฐ. Solid and muscular in shape, ensuring a good push.
  • Breast :The chest seen from the front will have good width without being excessively, descending almost to the elbow. The ribs should be slightly arched and never flat. The perimeter of the chest measured behind the elbows should be approximately 18% greater than the height at the withers.
  • Lower profile / Belly:The lower profile is formed by a well-marked elegant line, starting at the lower part of the chest and determining in the ventral retraction, which should be well delineated without being excessive.

Tail:

The tail is set low. Good thickness at the start, tapering to the tip. In a state of action, the tail may rise forming a curve without actually curling over the back.. At rest he wears it hanging with a light hook with the tip up. Sometimes it is tucked into the belly. Its length will come close to the hock. The queue must be full.

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Former members

Well attached to the trunk; viewed from the front will be perfectly plumb, not sticking out elbows. Your scapulo-humeral angle will range between 100ยฐ and 120ยฐ.
Side views, the resulting angle between the pasterns and the vertical is between 15ยฐ to 20ยฐ.

  • Front feet:Semi-lengths approaching the hare's foot. The pads are strong and heat resistant. The interdigital membranes are well developed. Preferably, the nails are black in the black specimens and clear in the lighter specimens.

Later members

The muscles are round and elastic. The curvatures of the buttocks are evident. The coxofemoral angle should be between 120ยฐ to 130ยฐ. The femoral-tibial angle should be 140ยฐ. The limbs seen from behind are well plummeted. The dewclaws must be removed.

  • Rear feet:Equal to the forwards.

Movement:

Due to the angulations already described in the structures of its members, these specimens move with a shorter but faster pace and at the same time quite cushioned and flexible.

Mantle

Skin: The skin will be smooth and elastic over its entire body surface, being able to form certain surrounding and almost concentric lines on the head, around the eyes and cheeks. It is proven that the internal and external or dermal temperature, is exactly the same as the other races. The absence of fur results in a totally direct emanation of heat unlike the specimens with hair, in which heat is dissipated through them by natural ventilation.

Fur: For being a naked race, will be missing cover, admitting vestiges of hair on the head, at the tip of the limbs, the tip of the tail and sometimes some very thin hairs on the back.

Color: The color of the hairs may vary from black to black specimens., black slate, black elephant, bluish-black, full range of gray, gradient dark brown to light blonde. All these colors can be uniform or with pink spots anywhere on the body.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross

There are three types of sizes for males and females.

  • Petit:Of 25 to 40 cm..
  • Medium-:Of 40 to 50 cm..
  • Grand:Of 50 to 65 cm..

Weight

The weight is in relation to the three sizes for males and females..

  • Petit:Of 4 to 8 kg.
  • Medium-:Of 8 to 12 kg.
  • Grand:Of 12 to 25 kg.


Fouls:

Any deviation from the above criteria is considered missing and the seriousness is considered to the extent of the deviation to the standard.

  • Semi-erect ears.
  • Presence of dewclaws on the hind limbs.

ELIMINATING fAULTS

  • Aggressive or fearful dog.
  • Upper or lower prognathism.
  • Deviation of the lower jaw.
  • Hanging or cropped ears.
  • Anurismo. Braqui Tourism. amputated tail.
  • Excess hair described in the standard.
  • Presence of hairs in other parts of the body where it is not indicated.
  • albinism.

Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles., fully descended into the scrotum.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Perro Sin Pelo de Perรบ, Inca Hairless Dog, Viringo, Peruvian Inca, Orchid, Calato, Peruvian Walking Dead dog, Dielmatian (English).
2. Chien nu Inca (French).
3. Peruanischen Nackthund (German).
4. Perro Sin Pelo del Perรบ, viram (Portuguese).
5. Perro calato, Perro chimo, Perro chimoc, Perro chimรบ, Perro de , orquรญdea peruano, Perro inca, Perro peruano, Perro peruano sin pelo, Perro pila, Perro sin pelo del Perรบ, Perro sin pelo peruano
Viringo (espaรฑol).

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Pharaoh Hound
Malta FCI 248 . Primitive type

Origin: Malta
Character: Playful and affectionate
Weight: 8 to 12 kg
Height: 52 to 63 cm.
Life expectancy: 11 - 14 years

Pharaoh Hound

The Pharaoh Hound in family is smart, friendly, affectionate and playful.

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History

The Pharaoh Hound it is a hunting dog like those of hunting dog breeds, formerly at home in many areas of the Mediterranean. It is also called Kelb-tal-Fenek. ยซKelb-tal-Fenekยป is Maltese and means ยซRabbit dogยป.

Like all Warren hound, is the specialist in rabbit hunting. But, does not go to the burrow like the Dachshund or the terriers. Because the Pharaoh Hound and Warren hound they hunt on land when they see them. They are agile like a hunting dog and can launch attacks fast as lightning. As a group, surround their prey. In this way, knock down dozens, even hundreds of rabbits in a short time. The Pharaoh Hound they often work completely independently without guidance from the hunter. In Malta they also help with herding the goats and are useful as all-rounders for all tasks around the home and on the farm..

The Pharaoh Hound was created in Great Britain in the decade of 1960 as an independent breed of dog. It is an offshoot of the population of these dogs, that have existed for thousands of years in the northern and eastern Mediterranean. Besides of Pharaoh Hound, the Warren hound are other descendants of these dogs, each of which is now an independent race. Its roots go deep into the past.. But, its exact origin is not clear. Its resemblance to the ancient Egyptian hunting dog Tesem, one of the oldest documented dog breeds, it's amazing. But, It is neither proven nor probable that they are "pure" descendants of Tesem. This type of dog probably existed everywhere, since it already served the people of the ancient world in its current role.

With the time, regional strains were developed that, However, repeatedly mated with each other. The World Canine Federation, Fรฉdรฉration Cynologique Internationale, took this into account when establishing a collection standard for Mediterranean breeds up to 1977. Great Britain then created the breed of dogs Pharaoh Hound and later handed over the patronage to Malta. There it was even declared a national dog in 1974. In 1991 was officially recognized by the Fรฉdรฉration Cynologique Internationale as an independent race.

(See study on canine genome).

Physical characteristics

Haughty and delgado, the Pharaoh Hound is a dog from size medium with very defined lines, elegant and noble porte.

The height in the males is of 55 to 63 cm., and weigh in 10 to 12 kg; the females measure of 52 to 61 cm to the cross, and weigh in 8 to 10 kg. If born with a tail does not lack that ampute you.

The belly is fine and the back straight and strong. The body is made up of long muscles, of dry lines.

Has the head triangular, almost without stop, the eyes Amber blend with the mantle, they are oval and slightly sunken. The ears they are inserted to half-height, Reprint alert to carry them, they are wide at its base and thin and long.

The tail is curved and carries low, but when he is happy he has been in high.

Its fur is fine, short and glossy. In some cases it may be a little rough to the touch. The color fur is reddish brown clear to reddish brown dark with white markings. According to the standard, the white tail is highly desirable.

As well, is supported in the standard to submit a white mark on the chest and white fingertips, including a white stripe down the center line of the face.

Character and skills

The Pharaoh Hound he is a hunting dog and a hound at the same time. They are sometimes used in their homeland as watchdogs or herding dogs for goats.. Before genetic separation from the total population, many dogs had to struggle for scraps of human food and often suffered from hunger. These original living conditions still determine its nature today.. They are very agile and alert. Almost nothing escapes your keen senses. Especially like young dogs who crave exercise and experiences, ideally hunting and first of all the option of free running. As they tend to have a strong hunting instinct, this deep-rooted need of dogs in our latitudes can only be satisfied on rare occasions.

It is an experience to see him Pharaoh Hound running freely. Because they can sprint fast and especially capture prey in extremely courteous races. the Pharaoh Hound hunt with all three senses: Odor, view, ear. The standard describes its nature in this way:

Vigilant and passionate hunter who uses both sight and smell. When working short distance, he also uses his ears in a remarkable way.

The Pharaoh Hound they are very intelligent and docile. They quickly learn what is allowed and what is taboo. They are friendly and open-minded with people. Towards humans there is no aggression; towards other dogs, However, this may be different, particularly with males. The Pharaoh Hound they have a kind and playful nature. They seek intimate connection with their masters and are loyal to them.. Even in spite of its thinness, they are very hard and resistant.

Observations

The Pharaoh Hound is very similar to the Cirneco dell'Etna Italian.

Fitness

Basically the Pharaoh Hound it's good to keep it. It is very suitable as a family dog รขโ‚ฌโ€นรขโ‚ฌโ€นand friend of children and wants to be seen as a member of their family. But, generally not suitable for a flat in the big city. You need long daily walks in nature, better several times a day. Here your senses are at their highest level. He is a dedicated and alert hunting dog. You need at least here and there the possibility of being able to exhaust yourself while running free.

One Pharaoh Hound maintained in a species appropriate manner is calm and gentle in the home. Then you can rest relaxed in your basket or on the sofa. It also, is very playful. Some specimens are extremely alert and like to bark.. Also in another way barking is used very happily for communication and to express their feelings. It should also be noted that the Pharaoh Hound It does not have an undercoat and by nature it has little insulating fat and is therefore sensitive to cold..

Education

One Pharaoh Hound well socialized can be trained very well. Your senses alert, his intelligence and friendly affection make it easy for him to understand humans. He also wants to please us and live in harmony. Of course it always requires a just consequence. He realizes his master's lack of care immediately and uses him mercilessly. So he'll use every inattention to steal an unprotected gift.. For proper occupation and physical workload for dogs, the greyhound association offers the possibility of participating with Pharaoh Hound in Greyhound racing or hunting dogs. Other dog sports such as agility are also suitable. Due to his strong hunting motivation, training requires patience and empathy.

Care and health

The Pharaoh Hound he is very frugal. Brushing the coat from time to time is enough.

Typical diseases

There are no exact data on the typical diseases of this rare breed of dogs.. One problem could be inbreeding.

Nutrition

The Pharaoh Hound he is usually very gluttonous. you have to be careful here. Otherwise, They are very austere breeds in terms of the type of food..

The life expectancy of โ€œPharaohโ€™s Dogโ€

There are no figures on the life expectancy of Pharaoh Hound. But, should be around 12 years.

Buy a "Pharaoh's Dog"

If you want to spend your life with a Pharaoh Hound, you should first check if you can guarantee all the conditions for it, especially if you have the possibility to let it run regularly. Otherwise, you should look for very similar dogs in animal shelters, in serious animal protection organizations.

Characteristics "Pharaoh Hound"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Pharaoh Hound" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 5: Spitz-type dogs and primitive type – Section 6: Primitive type. โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Pharaoh Hound"

Origin:
Malta

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
09.08.1999

Use:

He is an alert and enthusiastic hunter, that hunts for smell and sight, using your hearing to a significant degree when working near prey.



General appearance:

Medium-sized, noble bearing and well-defined lines. Funny, although also powerful. Very fast with free and easy movements. Alert expression.



Behavior / temperament:

Is alert, Intelligent, friendly, affectionate and playful.

Head:

The muzzle is slightly longer than the skull. The top line of the skull is parallel to the facial region; the entire head represents a blunt wedge when viewed in profile and from above.

Cranial region:
  • Skull : Long, close-knit and well chiseled.
  • Stop : Light.

facial region:

  • Truffle : Only flesh colored, similar to coat color.
  • Jaws / Teeth : Powerful jaws with strong teeth. Scissor bite, that is to say, that the upper incisors closely overlap the lower incisors and are implanted vertically in the jaws.

Eyes : amber in color, harmoniously similar to coat color; oval, set moderately deep, with an intelligent and applied expression.

Ears : Medium high set, carried upright when the dog is alert, but very mobile; they are wide at their base, thin and long.

Neck:

Long, delgado, muscular and slightly arched. Throat line is well joined.

Body:

The length of the body from the point of the shoulder to the point of the buttock is slightly greater than the height at the withers. Flexible, with an almost straight top line.

  • Rump : Slightly inclined tail root.
  • Breast : Deep extending down to the tip of the elbow. Well arched ribs.
  • Abdomen : Moderately withdrawn.

Tail:

Middle insert, quite thick at the base and tapering towards the tip (similar to a whip); at rest it reaches just below the hock. When the dog is active, takes it high and curved. The tail must not be carried between the hind limbs. Corkscrew tail is undesirable.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Straight and parallel.

  • Shoulder : Strong, long and well directed back.
  • Elbow : Well tucked.
  • Metacarpus : Strong.

LATER MEMBERS : Seen from the back, rear limbs are parallel; strong and muscular.

  • Knee : Moderate angulation.
  • Leg : Well developed.

FEET : Strong, well arched and firm, without drifting out or in. Hard pads. Spurs can be removed.

Movement:

Free and fluid; the head is carried high enough and the wide movement of the dog should cover the ground well without apparent effort. The limbs and feet should move in line with the body; any tendency to turn the feet to the side or action in high steps (๏‚ฒhackney action ๏‚ฒ) it's very undesirable.

Mantle

HAIR : Short and shiny, varies from being fine and close to a little rough; no feathers.

COLOR : Reddish brown to dark reddish brown with white markings allowed in the following regions : the white tail is highly desirable. White on the chest (called ๏‚ฒstar๏‚ฒ). White on fingers. A narrow white spot is allowed (list) on the center line of the face. Mottled or white color in regions other than those mentioned are undesirable.



Size and weight:

  • Height in males : ideal 56 cm. (from 56 until 63,5 cm = 22 โ€“ 25 inches).
  • Height in females : ideal 53 cm. (from 53 until 61 cm =21 โ€“ 24 inches).


Fouls:

Any deviation from the above criteria is considered missing and the seriousness is considered to the extent of the deviation to the standard, and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

โ€ข Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
โ€ข Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.



N.B.:

โ€ข Males must have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
โ€ข Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Kelb tal-Fenek (English).
2. Lรฉvrier du pharaon (French).
3. Pharaoh Hound, Kelb tal-Fenek (German).
4. Cรฃo de coelho, Kelb-tal fenek (Portuguese).
5. Podenco faraรณnico, Pharaoh hound (espaรฑol).

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Parson Russell Terrier
Inglaterra Estados Unidos FCI 339 . Large and medium sized Terriers

Origin: United States, United Kingdom
Character: Dynamic and playful
Weight: 8 to 10 Kg
Height: 33 to 36 cm.
Life expectancy: 13 - 15 years

Parson Russell Terrier

The Parson Russell Terrier is a fearless dog, very happy, energetic and friendly.

Content

History

The Parson Russell Terrier it is a small to medium sized terrier. It's a hunting dog.

Although this breed of dog is very young in modern dog breeding, the Parson Russell Terrier is very close to the old and classic type of a terrier in character and appearance. Terriers form a large group within dogs. Its name is derived from the Latin ยซTerraยป for the earth. So they were dogs for work on the land. The first evidence is given by the ancient Romans. Already in the Middle Ages terriers are described in detail. His homeland is in the British Isles. Terriers existed throughout the country. In the stables they kept small vermin at bay. Even the big rats were not a problem for them. The hens, pigeons and rabbits protected them from martens and foxes. To keep chasing foxes, the terriers were sent to the trench.

The Parson Russell Terrier of today are made exactly for this purpose. They should and could get the fox out of the hole. At the same time, they had to run with the fox hunts in the pack, that is to say, they had to be able to follow the gallop of the hunt. All of these tasks require enthusiastic commitment, special courage, independent thinking and the so-called sharpness of predators.

The Parson Russell Terrier turned into a versatile hunting dog, it's not only suitable for underground work. In the 19th century the English shepherd Jack Russell he was a successful hunter, rider and above all breeder of Fox Terriers. In his long life as a breeder he greatly increased the performance of the Fox Terrier. They were now fit for all individual hunting tasks, they could work in the pack and in the den at the same time.

In Australia, only with the help of their dogs could a plague of foxes be contained. To thank this, these dogs were finally named after their breeder, the Parson ยซJack Russellยป Terrier. They were and are physically and mentally raised for work, no show dogs. So breeders and lovers of this terrier for a long time refused to join the system of modern pedigree dog breeding., because they did not want to see dogs evaluated primarily on their appearance and feared the negative consequences of the show business on the fitness and health of dogs. This has done this breed of dog very well..

Seriously raised, these are dogs that were largely spared from hereditary diseases and extremes in breeding. He "Jack Russell Terrierยป had a wide range of sizes from the beginning, rather short-legged and rather tall. Since performance was decisive, such refinements had no role. Now two breeds of dog have been made from the ยซJack Russell Terrierยป and the two lines have separated in breeding. The little one is still called Jack Russell Terrier, It has a height at the withers of up to 30 cm and is provided a little longer. The Parson it is a little taller and with more legs and in its rather square shape. Parish is another word for "pastor" in English.. So two breeds of dog are named after one person, el pastor Jack Russell. Both dogs are a credit to the Shepherd. In 2001 the new race Parson Russell Terrier was officially recognized.

Physical characteristics

The Parson Russell Terrier It is suitable for the working dog, Active, agile, built for speed and endurance. It gives the impression of balance and flexibility as a whole.

You can have hair smooth or hard if it is thick and dense to protect it from the inclement weather, like cold and damp. Its color It can be entirely white or predominantly white with brown spots, lemon or black or any combination of these colors, preferably stains should be limited to the head or the birth of the tail.

It measures to the cross between 33 and 36 cm., their weight approximate is of 8 to 10 kilos to be slightly larger in proportions that the version of the Jack Russell Terrier, although it should be noted that taller specimens exist as "Jack Russell" in some work clubs in the United Kingdom and the United States., due to what these clubs do not form part of the FCI and therefore, handle different to the recognized standard registers and accepted worldwide by the 84 member countries.

Character and skills

Parson Russell a fearless and friendly Terrier.

This breed was bred to hunt, Chase and corner foxes in its burrow, therefore, they carry in their genes, and if this activity does not form part of the life of your puppy, We recommend that, they should be exercised daily intensely since they are dogs with a huge dose of contained energy.

Perhaps its character lively and friendly has caused it to be one of the dog breeds preferred by many people as a pet.

But in reality it is a true working dog and we should not forget that if a specimen of... becomes part of our family..

Leave running, ride a bike, launch frisbee or ball - and teach him to bring them back-, It will help to strengthen the bond between the Parson and his owner while it educates, enjoys and is exercised.

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Terriers 1 Large and medium-sized terriers. โ“˜
  • – AKC – Terriers โ“˜
  • – ANKC – Terriers (utility dogs) โ“˜
  • – CKC – Terriers โ“˜
  • – โ€‹KC – Terriers โ“˜
  • – NZKC – Terriers โ“˜
  • – UKC – Terriers โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Parson Russell Terrier"

Origin:
United States, United Kingdom

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
22.08.2017.

Use:

Working terrier with the ability to work underground.



General appearance:

Efficient, active and agile, without exaggerations. Built for strength and power with an overall appearance of balance and flexibility. Honorable scars are allowed.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: Well balanced. The total length from the tip of the shoulders to the tip of the ischium slightly greater than the height at the withers to the floor. The length from the nose to the stop is somewhat shorter than from the stop to the occipital protuberance.



Behavior / temperament:

Originally a terrier bred to work with the fox. A confident dog, energetic and cheerful who has the ability and conformation to work on the ground. Bold and friendly.

Head:

Wedge shaped.

Cranial region:
  • Skull: Plano, moderately wide gradually tapering to the eyes.
  • Depression links (Stop): Bit strong.

facial region:

  • Truffle: black.
  • Jaws / Teeth: Powerful and well muscled jaws. Good sized teeth with a perfect, regular and complete scissor bite. I.e., The upper incisors cover the lower incisors in close contact and are set squarely in relation to the jaws..
  • Cheeks: Not prominent.

Eyes: dark, almond shape, never prominent. Lively and intelligent expression.

Ears: Size in proportion to the head. In the shape of a โ€œVโ€ falling forward. The tips of the ears should reach the level of the outer corner of the eyes. The fold should not be above the level of the skull. Canopy of moderate thickness.

Neck:

Cleansed, muscle, good length, gradually widening and well placed on the shoulders.

Body:

  • Back: Strong, straight and flexible.
  • Pork loin: Strong and slightly arched.
  • Breast : Moderately lowered, without extending beyond the elbows. Behind the shoulders should encompass the palm of an average hand. Ribs worn well back, not too arched or too flat.

Tail:

Previously the custom was to amputate the tail.
  • amputee: Long complementing the body but maintaining a good grip. Strong, straight, moderately high insertion, very tall in movement.
  • Without amputating: Moderately long and as straight as possible, giving a good balance to the dog, thick at the base tapering towards the tip. Moderately high insertion, very tall in movement.


Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

  • ApGeneral arience: Moderate width between forelimbs, well placed under the body.
  • Hormbros: Wide and sloping, well defined on the cross.
  • Brazo: As long as the shoulders and with such angulation that the extremities are placed well under the body, below the tip of the cross.
  • Antarm: Strong and straight without leaning in or out. Arm length should be slightly greater than body depth.
  • Elbows: Glued to the body working freely on the sides.
  • Metacarpus: Strong and flexible.
  • Pinis previous: Compact with firm pads, moderately arched fingers, never flat open, without leaning in or out.

LATER MEMBERS:

  • ApGeneral arience: Strong, muscle with good angulations.
  • Knee: Good angulation without exaggeration.
  • PinScheme: Well developed.
  • Ahock joint: Low placement.
  • Metatarsals: Parallels, giving a lot of propulsion.
  • Hind feet: Like the previous ones.

Movement:

Libre, movement covering the surface, without exaggeration. The steps must be of good length, never forced or high steps. Posterior provides a strong push. Well coordinated, right movement back and forth.

Mantle

SKIN: It should be thick and loose.

MANTLE

  • Fur: Rough, broken the naturally rough smooth, straight, smooth, tight and bushy with good undercoat. Weather resistant. Abdomen and lower line covered with hair. The prepared cloak (Trimming) it must seem natural, never cut.
  • Color: White or predominantly white with fire markings, lemon or black or any combination of these colors. The color is preferably limited to the head and / or base of the tail but slight marks are accepted on the body.


Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

  • Ideal in males: 36 cm.
  • Ideal in females: 33 cm.

It is more important to maintain correctness and balance taking into account that this terrier, bred to work with the fox, behind the shoulders should encompass the palm of an average hand.



Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered a fault and its severity is considered to the degree of deviation from the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog and the dog's ability to perform its traditional task..

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

  • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
  • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..


N.B.:
  • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
  • Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

TRANSLATION: Brรญgida Nestler / Original version: IN.

Technical supervision: Miguel Angel Martinez.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Parson, Parson Jack Russell Terrier (English).
2. Parson Russell terrier (French).
3. Parson (German).
4. Parson (Portuguese).
5. Parson, Parson Jack Russell (espaรฑol).

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Pyrenean Mastiff
Espaรฑa FCI 92 - Molossoid . Mountain

Origin: Spain
Character: Affectionate and quiet
Weight: 54 to 70 Kg
Height: 72 to 81 cm.
Life expectancy: 10 - 15 years

Mastรญn del Pirineo

The Pyrenean Mastiff he is very tolerant and sweet with children, Watch them as if they were his flock.

Content

History

The Pyrenean Mastiff is a trotting dog breed, originally from the Aragonese Pyrenees (Spain). By its large size and strength the FCI included it within the Group 2 / Section 2 – molosoids and mountain dogs.

It comes, as all molosoides, Asian dog who came to Europe centuries ago. The first breed standard, It was approved only in the year 1946, since to date the breed had been totally ignored by the official dog world, even though the Pyrenean Mastiff, it had been from its first dawn a very important breed for local development, given that for centuries was used to defend livestock from the attack of bears and wolves.

For a long time the Pyrenean mastiff accompanied flocks of sheep on their transhumance routes from the Aragonese and Navarrese Pyrenees to the Maestrazgo. Its main function was the keep herds and their masters from attacks by wolves and thieves.

During the 20th century and especially after the Spanish civil war, due to economic difficulties, the Mastiff went into decline as it was very expensive to keep a dog of its size.

Over the years 70 a group of fans began a work to recover the breed through the few specimens that were in the field and that still had typical characteristics of the old Molossian.

In the year 1977 created the Spanish Pyrenean Mastiff Club, which organizes the selection and breeding program of the breed. Currently the breed has great international recognition as evidenced by the existence of clubs in many European countries and in the United States..

Physical characteristics

The Pyrenean Mastiff is a large size dog, well proportioned, powerful, muscular and skeletal structure compact. Its head is large, strong and slightly long, with a crรกneo-hocico relationship of 5:4.

It has eyes small, almond-shaped, ranging from color avellana to dark brown (what is the most common). The ears are triangular, medium-sized and hanging attached to the head.

The tail is thick at the base, strong, flexible and hangs until the Hock.

Regard to the size, In fact, there is no maximum limit because the idea is that the specimens are as large as possible. But according to the standard, yes, there are some minimums that cannot be lowered. according to standard, years. At that time, the minimums are 77 cm for males (Although it is preferable that they be above the 81 cm.) and 72 cm for the Herms (Although it is preferable that they exceed the 75 cm.).

The the mantle of the Pyrenean Mastiff is thick and quite long (of 6 to 9 cm length). Being longer on the shoulders, the neck and belly. It is hair must be rough to the touch, not soft and woolly.

The color base is white, with a well-defined mask. Some examples are brands of the same color as the mask, irregularly shaped but with sharp contours.

Favorite colors (according to standard) for the mask, and stains are soft grey, intense Golden Fawn, Brown, black and grey silver.

The the tail and distal parts of the legs They must be always white.

Observations

It is a breed that is still in the reconstruction phase and on the recommendation of the Club del Pyrenean Mastiff from Spain, not yet been included in the show ring, because he is expected to make the media playback smoother.

Character and skills

Although at the beginning of their walks among us, the Pyrenean Mastiff was used as a guardian of livestock, the time change and animals over time, so today he is a perfect house keeper.

It is a dog aware of its strength and power, reason why never shows aggressiveness, But if you feel threatened, He or his family can be really fearsome.

Let's not forget that it protected livestock from wolves and bears...

Despite the passage of time, The Pyrenean Mastiff preserves its "rusticity" in full form and this means that it does not adapt well to life outside its natural environment, which is the countryside and its tenants..

For that reason, If we decide to integrate a Pyrenean Mastiff into our family, it will be important comply with it as it is, without imposing conditions of life that cercenen your happiness, how would it beโ€ฆ life in a small apartment in the middle of the city. That would play against your emotional balance, and with the size that has this dog, Perhaps the best is to have it happy and balanced (that all animal).

Something characteristic of the Pyrenean Mastiff is that wherever he is with children he is always sweet and very tolerant.. Because the converted part of his flock and the cares much.

He is also super careful with them, because as we said above, he is aware of his strength and might.

Images of the Pyrenean Mastiff

Videos of the Pyrenean Mastiff

Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Pinscher and Schnauzer-Molossoid type dogs – Swiss Mountain Dogs and Cattledogs. Section 2.2 Molossoid, mountain type. โ“˜
  • – AKC – Dogs working โ“˜
  • – โ€‹KC – Working dogs โ“˜
  • – UKC – Watchdog โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Pyrenean Mastiff"

Origin:
Spain

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
26.05.1982

Use:

Nursery and defense. In the past it was used as a defense against vermin, especially the wolf and the bear. Currently fulfills perfectly the task of guardian of estates and people, being very receptive to training.



General appearance:

It is a dog of great height, hypermetric and of medium proportions. Well proportioned, extremely powerful and muscular. compact skeleton. Discreetly long hair. Despite its enormous size it should not be clumsy or lymphatic.



IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:

Media structure. Proportional and harmonious in all circumstances.

  • Body length slightly greater than the height at the withers.
  • The relationship between the length of the skull and the muzzle should be 5/4.
  • The width of the skull should be equal to or slightly greater than its length.
  • The relationship between the raised to the cross and the chest perimeter must be approximately 7/10.


Behavior / temperament:

Loving, tame, noble and particularly intelligent, he is both brave and fierce in front of strangers, to whom he never backs down In his relationships with other dogs he is benevolent, aware of its unique power. The case is revealed in the fight, denoting the patterns of behavior acquired after centuries of fighting the wolf. His bark is deep and deep and his expression is awake.

Head:

Grand, strong and moderately long. The relationship between the length of the skull and that of the muzzle should be 5/4. Cranio lines- moderately divergent facials, prone to parallelism. The skull-face set seen from above must be long and uniform, without a very marked difference in width between the base of the snout and the temples. Seen from the side it must be deep, not hosted.

Cranial region:
  • Skull : Width, strong, sub-convex profile. The width of the skull should be equal to or slightly greater than its length. Marked occipital Crest.
  • Depression links (Stop): Soft, little sharp, but defined.

facial region:

  • Truffle: black, wet, big and wide.
  • Snout: Straight profile. Seen from above it appears discreetly triangular, wide at birth, gradually decreasing towards the truffle but without being pointed.
  • Lips: The upper one should cover the lower one well but without sagging. The lower one forms marada lip commissure. The mucous membranes must be black.

    Jaws / Teeth: Scissor bite. White teeth, strong and healthy. Big fangs, long, sharp and well crossed for prey. Very dimensioned and powerful molars. Rather small incisors. All premolars exist. Black palate, very marked stretch marks.

  • Eyes: Small, macaroons, Hazelnut coloured, preferably dark. With a watchful eye, noble, friendly and intelligent, but of extraordinary severity before an adversary. The eyelids are pigmented in black and preferably attached to the eyeball with the animal in attention. It is typical a faint relaxation of the lower eyelid that shows a discreet conjunctiva portion when the dog is at rest.
  • Ears : Mediums and falls, form triangular, plan, inserted above the eye line. At rest falling and attached to the cheeks. At attention clearly separated from the face and partially erect in its third-posterior. They should not be amputated.

Neck:

Truncated cone, width, strong, muscular and flexible. Thick and somewhat detached skin. Double gill well defined but not excessively abundant.

Body:

Rectangular. Very strong and robust, denoting great power but flexible and agile.

  • top line: Straight, horizontal, even on the move.
  • Cross: Well marked. Back: Powerful, musculada.
  • Pork loin: Long, wide and powerful; narrows as it reaches the ijar.
  • Rump: Wide and strong. Its inclination is about 45ยฐ in relation to the horizontal.. Elevation to the rump equal to the elevation to the cross.
  • Breast : Width, deep, muscular and powerful. The tip of the sternum marked. Ribs with wide intercostal spaces and rounded, not flat. The relationship raised to the chest cross/perimeter must be approximately 7/10.
  • Belly and flanks: Belly moderately tucked up; lowered flanks and very broad flanks.

Tail:

Thick born, middle insertion. Strong, flexible and heavily populated with decidedly long and soft hair, forming a showy plume. At rest, his bearing is rather low, fully reaching the hocks and always angled in its final third. When the animal is moving or excited, it lifts it in a saber, with an obvious thread at the end, but never fully folded or resting on the rump.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

  • As a whole: Perfectly Plumb, viewed from the front straight and parallel, clearly perceiving muscles and tendons. The length of the forearm should be three times that of the metacarpus. Bone strong with powerful metacarpo.
  • Back: Oblique, very muscular. Longer than the forearm. Scapulo-humeral angle close to 100ยฐ.
  • Arm: Very powerful.
  • Elbows: Strong and glued to the rib cage. Humero-Radial Angle next 125 ยฐ.
  • Forearm: Of strong bones. Straight and powerful.
  • Metacarpus: Seen from the side with little inclination. It is practically the continuation of the forearm.
  • Previous feet: Of cat, Tight toes. Strong phalanges, high and well arched. Robust and hard nails and pads. Moderate interdigital membrane with hair.

LATER MEMBERS:

  • As a whole: Powerful, muscular. Seen from the side proper joints. Seen from the side and back, correct feet. Hocks without deviations. They must be able to easily propel the dog, strength and elegance.
  • Thigh: Strong and muscular. Coxo-femoral angle close to 100ยฐ.
  • Knee: FEMORO-TIBIAL ANGULO NEAR 120 ยฐ.
  • Leg: Long, muscular and strong-boned.
  • Hock: Open angle, close to 130 ยฐ.
  • Metatarsus: Well marked, with clear appreciation of the tendon. Presence or not of spurs that can be single or double, admitting your amputation. With equal merits, the presence of double spurs should be preferred..
  • Hind feet: Of cat, slightly oval. Slightly longer than the front feet.

Movement:

The preferred gait is the jog that must be harmonious, powerful and elegant with no tendency to laterity. Without ambling The preferred gait is the trot that must be harmonious, powerful and elegant with no tendency to laterity. Without ambience.

Mantle

Elastic, thick and pinkish, with darker pigmentations. All mucous membranes must be black.

  • Fur: Bushy, thick and moderately long. The ideal average length set on the center of the upper line is 6 to 9 cm., being longer on the back, the neck, under the belly and behind arms and legs, in addition to the tail plume, whose texture is not as piggy as in the rest of the body. The hair must be piggy, not woolly.
  • Color: Basically white and always with a well-defined mask. Eventually patches of the same color as the mask unevenly distributed throughout the body, but well marked. Ears always stained. Tricolor specimens or whites are not desirable. Always white ends and ends. The mask must be very concrete and the edges of the spots preferably well defined. Hairline should be as clear as possible, being the white ideal. The most appreciated colors are, in order of preference, pure white or snow white with medium gray spots, deep yellow gold, brown, black, grey silver, Light beige, sand, marbled. Red-yellow spots are not desirable for stains or a yellowish-white background.


Size and weight:

There is no maximum limit in size, always being more valuable, equal proportions, the largest specimens.



Height to the cross:

Minimum limits:

  • Males: 77 cm.,
  • females: 72 cm..

However, it is to be hoped that these figures are greatly exceeded. It is considered convenient to exceed the 81 cm males and 75 cm. females.



Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..



MINOR FAULTS:

  • Muzzle profiles carried without excess.
  • Bite in clamp; absence of any premolar.
  • Distorted and undulating back-lumbar line during march, not in excess.
  • For something wavy; hair that slightly exceeds 9 cm in the upper line.
  • Very slight shyness.

SERIOUS FAULTS:

  • Fragile or lymphatic appearance.
  • Snout pointed or overly blunt.
  • Moderate upper prognathism.
  • Absence of several premolars or canines not due to trauma.
  • Small incisor lace defects.
  • Excessive entropy or ectropion.
  • Amputation in ear.
  • Upper lines.
  • Height at the rump significantly higher than the height at the withers.
  • Tail resting on the rump; tail plumeless; tail not angled at its end; tail docking.
  • Wrong limbs.
  • Metacarpus, metatarsals and weak feet in general.
  • Cow hocks during walking or in season.
  • Lateral braceos during operation.
  • Very wavy or curly hair. Hair length slightly less than 6 cm in the upper line or slightly higher than 11 cm.
  • Discoloration in the ears.
  • General unbalanced character.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

  • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
  • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
  • Depigmented truffle and mucosa.
  • Split nose.
  • Excessive undergrowth or undergrowth.
  • Hair length equal to or less than 4 cm or more 13 cm above the upper line.
  • Absence of white color, ends and ends not white.
  • Completely white layer Absence of mask.
  • Diffuse spots that do not stand out from the background and indicate interbreeding.


N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Mostรญn d’o Pireneu, Mostรญn, Mostรญn dโ€™Aragรณn, Mastรญ dellโ€™Aragรณ, Gos ramader, Mastรญn Espaรฑol del Pirineo (English).
2. Mastรญn del Pirineo (French).
3. Mastรญn del Pirineo (German).
4. Mastin d’Argon, Mastรญn del Pirineo (Portuguese).
5. Mastรญn del Pirineo (espaรฑol).

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