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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.

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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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Can de Palleiro
España Not recognized by the FCI

Origin: Spain, Portugal
Character: Protective and minder
Weight: 25 to 38 kg
Height: 57 to 64 cm.
Life expectancy:

The Can de Palleiro It is a breed of herding dog provenzal.

Cão de Palleiro

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History

The ancestors of Can de Palleiro It is a breed of herding dog provenzal. are the dogs introduced in the Iberian Peninsula by the Central European and Nordic peoples in the successive invasions that formed the Suebic Kingdom from Galicia. Share a common origin with the Belgian shepherds, germans, Dutch, of Picardia or with the Castro Laboreiro Dog.

This farm dog has existed since then in all of Galicia, and while many references about him, both oral and literary, has remained virtually anonymous to this day.

It is named in allusion to the barn where the Shepherd and guardian usually sleep.

Physical characteristics

Their fur tends to be thick, without sagging, and the body connected to the front. The deck (color) is generally uniform, with a wide range of sand, cinnamon, brown, Vulture black and uniform. Hair is thick and dense, more in winter, being an animal that generally they live outdoors, always with the cattle or Haystack.

The males measure height to cross a few 59-65 cm and the females of 57 to 63 cm.. Males weigh in 30 to 38 kg and females in 25 to 33 kg.

Character and skills

Can de Palleiro
Haystack dog, celtic shepherd – giggling, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

It is a herding dog and faithful and multifunctional guard, It is with cow herding them and saving them as also cares home. Guardian of proverbial intelligence, It presents a strong and reserved nature with strangers, Besides being brave and bite, characteristics that make it a great collaborator in driving and guarding livestock. With a great loyalty to his master, with the people of the House becomes quiet and sweet.

It is necessary to highlight the psychic and balanced stability of this animal, own a shepherd dog, so this feature has to take care of in the extreme, promoting balanced and sufficiently socialized specimens selection.

Dog possessive and careful of himself and those who live with him, ladra strangers and defends its territory as a good watchdog, it is ideal to live with large families and with children since it will not allow them to run any risk, ideal for field and not for the cities, which as its name indicates (Palleiro = Pajar) It is used to sleeping in the field.

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Artois Hound
Francia FCI 28 . Medium-sized Hounds

Basset de Artois

The Artois Hound towards their masters is affectionate, mischievous and loyal.

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History

The history of the Basset we can locate in the 7th century in a monastery Ardennes (France) where, monks engaged in raising dogs St. Hubert, and as a result of crossing, the common Basset breed is born, today.

Artois Hound is a native of the region of artois (North France) It is characterized by its rugged terrain and dense vegetation. It is believed that it descends from the Great Artois Hound What, for its part, drops dog San Humberto. He has inherited these talents to pry traces of injured or dead prey and showed his specialty in the game (as the Hare, rabbits…).

Unlike the Normandy Artesian Basset, The Artois Hound, has straight Forelegs. El Basset d'Artois, is one of the ancestors of Basset Hound (What is the most know).

The count Jean H. Emmanuel Comie Le Coulteux Canteleu (1827-1910) He was a writer and French dog breeder. Together with Louis Lane he created the hunting dog breed «Basset Artesiano de Normandy» and the «Basset de Artois». Is known for his book on the secret societies and his anti-Masonic opinions rather than, for his book on the breeds of hunting dogs and hunting in Montería "Manuel de vénerie française", He is regarded as a reference book.

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Until year 1863, this breed of dog was only known by hunters, from that date it is made publicly known in Paris.
It was not until the end of the 16th century that, appeared the first descriptions of these dogs as, Basset of Artois and making of France, the cradle of the race Basset. These dogs are highly valued by their hunting skills.

The crosses with hounds dogs, gave rise to different varieties of Bassets, as Artois Bassets, Norman Artesian Basset, Fawn Brittany Basset, Griffon Vendéen, Blue Gascony, and perhaps, someone else that escapes us...

At the same time a pair of Comte Le Coulteux Basset, they were sent for gift to England. They called them "Basset» y «Bella» who are probably the ancestors of our Basset Hounds (English breed of Basset).

Physical characteristics

The Artois Hound are medium-sized dogs, especially used in hunting, vigorous, robust and well balanced.

It has a strong head, wide, quite short, round, small flat top with a small occipital Protuberance. Moderately long neck with very little double chin. Round eyes, or sunk or prominent.
His body is broad and well sustained in the back, waist slightly arched, rump very muscular and broad chest. His hair is dense, short and attached to the body. Tricolor dark, leonado, like the hair of a Hare or Badger, with spots large, likens head, sometimes with black highlights. Ears inserted at the height of the eyes, quite long and wide with rounded ends. The tail is long and strong.

Height to the cross: Males and females: 53 to 58 cm with a tolerance of 1 cm.. Weight: On average 28 to 30 kg.

Character and skills

The Artois is friendly and social. The aggression is totally unusual for this race. You can warn of the presence of strangers, but that would be all, the dog can even move the queue to receive strangers. Even with other dogs or pets, an Artois is us friendly.
A male of Artois, However, It usually has an alpha type personality so it will try to dominate other dogs that live together in the home.

Extremely energetic and playful, You will need much activity for a full development.
It is an excellent jogging companion, cycling or hiking. The dog need vigorous exercise, because if the dog is passive becomes restless, destructive and difficult to handle.

The dog may be doing well in an apartment, but a House with a small patio will be most appropriate. It´s important to provide long walks daily. But, It must take into account that this is a sniffer and walk with the dog without the restriction of a strap can be dangerous not only for the dog, but also for other small pets. An Artois has found an interesting smell can get away from our sight, even to lose.

Observations «Basset de Artois»

The bassetismo, is an anomaly of nature that has probably always existed. The first traces of short-legged dogs dating from prehistoric times.

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Alternative names:

– Chien d’Artois / Picard / Briquet / Artois Hound / Sabueso artesiano

Type and recognitions:

– Group 6 / Section 1.2 – Medium-sized hounds
– Federations: FCI ⓘ

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