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Corgi
Gran Bretañaa Gales- FCI 39 . Sheepdogs

Origin: United Kingdom
Character: Intelligent and alert
Weight: 8 to 11 Kg
Height: 25 to 30 cm.
Life expectancy:

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

The Corgi is extremely intelligent, affectionate and possesses a great personality.

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History

The Corgi (Pembroke Welsh Corgi) It is a small dog native of Great Britain. He has served for centuries as a shepherd, still considered one of the oldest dogs of Great Britain. There is another Welsh race, the Corgi Welsh Cardigan of very similar characteristics, Although of larger size and long tail.

There are different theories about the origins of Pembroke Welsh Corgi. It is believed that the two varieties Corgi they are descended from the dog of the Visigoths who introduced the Vikings in Wales to 9th century. Or the Cardigan may be the oldest variety, introduced the Celts into Wales around the year 1200 (The name CORGI comes from the Celtic word "corgi" which means "dog").

According to other sources, the Pembroke variety was brought to Wales by Flemish weavers in the 12th century. Independently, What was the origin of the breed, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is developed in Pembrokeshire) and it was used to guide cattle mordisqueando its paw and barking. The Pembroke and Cardigan varieties crossed each other freely until the decade 30. From then on, breeders attempted to emphasize their differences.

Another theory states that the two varieties of Corgi have a common origin that is the crossing between a Shetland Sheepdog and Sealyham terrier.

This race was used for grazing. The poor peasants of the time were allowed to pasture in the open fields of the Crown, this absence of fences put the cattle at risk of getting lost or dispersing and made a fast dog necessary, clever and who could move smoothly between the livestock. The Pembroke is this type of dog, that pushes the cattle by the heels. His short height allowed him to run under cattle without being kicked.. It has evolved as a domestic animal, and it is the favorite breed of the English Royal family. It is a constant companion and an excellent guardian.

Physical characteristics

Although the cardigan welsh corgi and the Pembroke are relatives, his description of race is completely different. The Pembroke is of small size, strong, robust Constitution, alert and active, It gives the impression of strength and stamina in a small body.

Head recalls by the shape and appearance to the Fox, with an expression alert and intelligent. The tail is short, preferably natural, When the puppies are not born rabones tail amputates almost completely.

The hair is fairly long and smooth, in various colors such as red, Jet, beige or black and Tan, usually with white spots, is a truly beautiful dog.

The average Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a height of 25 to 30 cm., unato length of 30 to 38 cm and a weight of 11 to 14 kg. Their life expectancy is of 12 to 14 years.

Observations

In England the Pembroke Cogi is much more popular than the Cardigan Corgi. Perhaps the most obvious reason for this popularity is that of Pembroke is the favourite of the Royal family, in particular of Queen Elizabeth II. Outside England the Cardigan remains less well-known than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

Character and skills

It is a very active dog, but the tendency to have them as pets in small homes reduces its activity. If this excesses are added in their food taken quickly to obesity.

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is highly intelligent and affectionate, with a great personality, very active and worker. Very adaptable to the farms and also, It is a perfect companion dog for children if it is treated properly and barks only occasionally..

An average dog requires of 150 to 300 grams of balanced commercial feed per day. A fairly common characteristic of the Corgi is its voracity, leading you to overeat which makes you feel like you are never full; You must limit your intake.

By the length of the spine are particularly sensitive to overweight which can produce osteoarthritis that reduces your life expectancy and the quality of the same.

This race also has a tendency to hip dysplasia (polygenetic origin), the falls, retinal dysplasia, von Willebrand disease and degenerative myelopathy.

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  • Alternative names: Pembroke / PWC / Pem / Corgi / Welsh Corgi / Welsh Corgi Pembroke.
  • Group 1 / Section 1 – Sheepdogs.

Dogs breeds: Corgi


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Ca de Bou
España FCI 249 - Molossoid - Dogo

Origin: Spain
Character: Reserved
Weight: Approx.. 36 kg
Height: 56 to 58 cm.
Life expectancy:

The Ca de Bou It is a very rare breed outside their homeland.

Dogo Mallorquín

The Ca de Bou (also called Majorcan Bulldog) It is a breed of dog native of Mallorca. The molosser is closely related with the Dogo Canario.

In the Book of Spanish Origins of the year 1923, longer the Ca de Bou as a breed of dog. In 1928 Enroll to the first copy and the year 1929 the Ca de Bou was winner at the Barcelona dog show exhibition.

Read all about the race, by clicking on: Majorca Mastiff

  • Otros nombres: Presa mallorquín / Ca de Bou / Mallorquin Mastiff / Mallorquin Bulldog / Majorca Mastiff / Majorcan Bulldog / Majorca-dogge.
  • Group 2 / Section 2 – Molosoides and mountain dogs.

Dogs breeds: Ca de Bou

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Cordoba Fighting Dog
Argentina Extinct

The Cordoba Fighting Dog was combative, tremendous control value and resistance.

Perro de Pelea Cordobés

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History

The Cordoba Fighting Dog (Cordobese Dog) is an extinct breed of dog, Argentine-born.

The Cordoba Fighting Dog it was a cross of Mastiff, Bull Terrier, Boxer, and the Old English Bulldog.

The old Cordoba Fighting Dog (PPC) originated in Córdoba (Argentina) in the last century. It was a special animal for combat, tremendous control value and resistance; they died fighting, they never shied away from the encounter. But they lacked smell and speed, In addition, their ferocity towards their peers made them useless for hunting..

This, added to the number of specimens that died in dog fights, led to its extinction. The Cordoba Fighting Dog was able to hunt in small groups of males and females, otherwise they would turn against their hunting companions.

The race was so aggressive towards other dogs, that males and females would rather fight each other than mate.

But this primitive race had in itself two essential qualities. An excellent ancestral heritage and great functional gymnastics, Since the rough fighting to which they were subjected from generation to generation, they were increasing more and more their original bravery.

This dog, It was almost always white and some with spots barcinas, were given in various streams of blood, to avoid inbreeding, the contribution of the different races that would result in the Dogo Argentino.

Physical characteristics

The official canine club of Argentina describes the Cordoba Fighting Dog like a "very strong and muscular dog", with powerful jaws and large teeth». It had short white fur., sometimes with markings around the eyes, and could reach 70 height cm.

  • Otros nombres: Córdoba Fighting Dog / Cordobese Dog / PPC.

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Blue Lacy
Estados Unidos Not recognized by the FCI

Origin: United States
Character: Active and niñeros
Weight: 11 to 20 kg
Height: 46 to 53 cm.
Life expectancy:

Blue Lacy

The Blue Lacy, they are strong and fast, Lightweight and proportional structure

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Characteristics "Blue Lacy"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed «« 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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Blue Lacy history

Blue Lacy It is a breed of working dog that originated in Texas (United States) in the mid-19th century, and it is the only breed of dog that has its origin in the State of Texas.

The breed was recognized for the first time in the year 2001 by the Texas Senate, according to Resolution No. 436 of the 77 Legislature, in which the breed is honored by being recognized as "a true Texas breed". In June of 2005, Governor Rick Perry signed legislation adopting the Blue Lacy dog ​​as "Official dog of the State of Texas«. Until then, the mascot representing Texas was a female of breed Collie, always named with the name Diana, to approve the Blue Lacy as official dog of Texas, the queen was a representative Collie called… Diana VII.

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Russian Hunting Sighthound
Rusia FCI 193 . Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds.

Galgo Ruso

The Russian Hunting Sighthound or Borzoi, It is a breed of dog developed in Russia.
It descends from the Arabian greyhound being similar to a Russian sheepdog. Formerly known as the Russian Greyhound, It was originally bred to hunt wolves and hares. It is graceful, strong and fast, reaching a height of between 66 and 79 cm and a weight from 25 until 48 kg.

It has a long and narrow head, small ears. Its tail is long and stooped and his coat is silky and it can be smooth or slightly curly. It is almost always white with dark spots. It is notorious for its elegant appearance. The Russian Greyhound or Borzoi had its moment of greatest glory in the Court of the Tsars where it was bred with great mastery to be used in hunting the Siberian wolf..

It is a good Hunter of small animals, It is an affectionate and obedient dog with the master but, very distrustful with strangers, to the extent of showing aggression and even bite.

As all greyhounds, It also adapts to live in the House on condition of having large spaces where to move with great freedom.

Among all the Greyhound, The Borzoi is certainly the most "noble" both for its characteristics and its gait.

It presumably descended from the Egyptian hound and there are no accurate data on its occurrence in Russia.

But he knows, by writings dated to the year 1200, It was already used for hunting Hare and other larger animals.

For centuries it has been the dog of the families of the nobility and of the tsars. You can say without a doubt, that the Grand Duke Nicholas he was the largest breeder of this breed and used to kennel around a hundred of these magnificent dogs.

The fall of the Tsars and the Russian nobility, was the cause of the almost total disappearance of this breed from its country of origin, However, It is quite widespread in Europe and America.

His first appearance in England took place about a century ago, when Tsar Alexander II gave him a pair of Borzoi to Queen Victoria.

Exists in all colors but the most appreciated are the white uniform, White with grey spots, Red and atigradas. Unlike other races, the white spots should not have very defined limits, but window gradually with the other colors. The hair is long, with silky reflections, corrugated and big curls. Smooth on the head, in the ears and in front of the extremities. You can be absolutely white, or white with yellow spots, Orange, red, atigradas, grey.

The appeal of the males is of 70 to 82 cm., in females it decreases approximately 5 cm..

  • Alternative names: Borzoi / Russian Wolfhound / Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya / Psovoi / Russischer wondhund
  • Group 10 / Section 1 – Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds

Dogs breeds: Russian Wolfhound


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Waterside Terrier
Inglaterra FCI 7 - Large and medium-sized Terrier

Origin: United Kingdom
Character: Faithful and intelligent
Weight: 20 to 25 Kg
Height: 56 to 61 cm.
Life expectancy:

Waterside Terrier

The Waterside Terrier or Airedale Terrier (as well, call: Bingley Terrier, King of Terriers), It is a large, strong dog breed belonging to the Group Terrier.

It is of British origin, of the Yorkshire region. It is believed that he descended from a cross between the Otterhound, otter hunter optimal, and the Old English Terrier. The breeding of these animals began in the mid-nineteenth century.

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Dogs breeds: Waterside Terrier


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Sausage dog
Germany FCI 148 - Dachshund

Origin: Germany
Character: Outgoing and playful
Weight: Max. 9 kg
Height: 30 to 35 cm.
Life expectancy:

Dachshund

The Sausage dog ("badger dog" in German), also called Dachshund, Dackel or Dog sausage, It is a breed of dog in German.

Its peculiar physiognomy is due to a genetic mutation known as bassetism, that is provided with copies of a few very short limbs relative to the size of the body.

There are engravings of old Egypt where are short-legged dogs. But, race as we know it comes from the selection of hounds affected Germans from bassetismo, very suitable for rabbit-hunting, Hare, Badger and other prey into Burrows. Is believed to be the oldest variety of short hair; varieties of hard and long hair then arose through the crossing with the Griffon and Epagneul races, respectively.

Sausage dog

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Berger de Brie
Francia FCI 113 - Sheepdogs

Origin: France
Character: Protective and friendly
Weight: Approx.. 34 Kg
Height: 56 to 68.5 cm.
Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

The Berger de Brie It is an excellent race to raise with children of all ages.

Briard

The Berger de Brie or Briard is a breed dog, one of the many existing breeds of dogs pastors. Its origin is French. The history of the Briard has already some centuries… Charlemagne, Napoleon, Thomas Jefferson and Lafayette, they all had a dog of this breed.

Some theories say that, the Briard is descended from Asian dogs brought to the region by the barbaric invasions that attacked Europe during the middle ages.

This former guardian of sheep and shepherd has also been used, as well, by the French Navy as Sentinel, messenger and in search of wounded soldiers because of his fine sense of hearing. They were used in the first world war in an indiscriminate way to bring them to extinction. This breed is still used as guardian and Shepherd of herds, as well as as a pet.

They became popular just after the «Paris Dog Show" from 1863, in large part due to an improvement in the appearance of animal achieved by crossing with the Beauceron and the Barbet.

It is believed that they take their name from the French province of Brie, Although the animal not probably comes from this town. Currently, the population of shepherds of Brie is slowly recovering. It is believed that this breed is related to the Berger Picard.

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