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American Akita
Estados Unidos FCI 344 - Asian Spitz and related breeds

Origin: Japan
Character: Obedient and courageous
Weight: 35kg to 50kg
Height: 66 to 71 cm.
Life expectancy: 9-10 years

Akita Americano

The American Akita is a dog of great physical strength and very resistant to cold.

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Characteristics "American Akita"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "American Akita" 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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Home โ“˜
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Toilet โ“˜
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Friendly with strangers โ“˜
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barking โ“˜
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Health โ“˜
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Intelligence โ“˜
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joy โ“˜
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History ยซAmerican Akitaยป


Also Known As Great Japanese Dog. This dog with a molossian structure has its origins in Japan, in 1603 where his first ancestors come from akita prefecture.

Originally, history American Akita It was the same as the Japanese Akita. From 1603, from the akita prefecture, dogs called "Matagi Akitas" (medium-sized dogs for bear hunting) were used as fighting dogs. From 1868, race crossed with Tosa and Mastiffs. For this reason, the increased size of the race, but some features, traits of dogs Spitz type, disappeared. In 1908, by prohibiting dogfighting, This breed has been preserved, prospered and developed into a large Japanese breed. Then, in 1931, 9 Dogs of this breed dogs were recognized as excellent.

During the Second World War (1939-1945), often used the dogs' fur for making military clothing.

The police ordered that all the dogs except the German shepherds, which were used for military tasks. Some fanciers tried to circumvent the order by crossbreeding their dogs German shepherds.

Al finalizarse the Second World War, The number of Akitas had shrunk dangerously and the dogs were coming in 3 ways:

    1) Matagi Akitas
    2) Fighting dogs Akitas
    3) Akita / German Shepherd

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The situation of the race was bad. During the procedure of restoration of the race after the war, Kongo-go, a dog from the Dewa bloodline, enjoyed a temporary popularity but still very large.

A big number of Akitas of this bloodline, that presented characteristic exterior features of the influence of the Mastiff or German shepherds, They were taken to USA by US military. The Akitas belonging to the Dewa line were intelligent dogs capable of adapting to different environments.. They loved breeders in USA and the bloodline was developed thanks to the progressive increase in the number of breeders with doubled popularity.

it is so, as 1950 Japanese breeders decided to restore the old type, and use the Akita Inu of the line ichinoseski, created by Engineer Ichinoseski, and dogs spitz Japanese to recover the traits of the old Akita Inu. Americans breed the Akita Inu dewa line, and carried, being a big dog and powerful-looking.

    Increasingly moves away from its origin are created 2 remained:

The American Akita or (The Great Japanese Dog) It is an animal with an orientation towards defense and may have dark mask without being penalized, and copies are allowed or unmasked blazer, even with a black head; while his Japanese "brother", the Akita, are more amiable, more fierce and white mask, or the famous Urajiro, because the breed standard Akita, not accept the black mask. The verdicts, it gives preference, in the countries affiliated with the FCI, to the Akita Inu without masks to Akita Inu with black mask, since the Japanese demanded it, and for being the country of origin of the Akita Inu, dominated his opinion on that topic.

It was like this, that in the 1990s there was a name change that differentiated the two branches: To the American Akita It was called "Great Japanese Dogยป and is placed in the group II classification in FCI. U.S. experts do not accept the division and decide to continue placing the two races within one in beauty pageants.

it is so, as breeders and lovers of the breed from countries affiliated to the FCI, achieved in the year 2005 that locate him again in the Grupo V, and it is called a definitive, and with the consent of the Japanese as American Akita.

It is necessary to clarify, this discussion of American Akita and your name, wearing a background of difference between Japanese and Americans, and has been overcome in recent years for the good of the race.

Did you know ..?

The Akita also proves to be unusual with their grooming habits, He is licking his body like a cat. And that's not his only "feline" trait.: like a tiger, They haunt their prey silently, with the body close to the ground.

Physical characteristics ยซAmerican Akitaยป

Describes the standard, which is the ideal expected of the breed, both morphologically and in temperament. These dogs have in their temperament, the essence of ancient Japanese warriors, since as they are stoic, brave, devoted to his master, silent, little bark, They also have a strong prey, guard and defense.

American Akita It is a dog of great physical strength., resistant to pain and thanks to their double coat they are quite resistant to cold.

Must wear tail curled over the back and mantle comes in different shades, copy may have a black mask, have no mask, have blaze, your head or be completely black color.

Character and aptitudes ยซAmerican Akitaยป

They have a strong territorial instinct and are often aggressive with other dogs, especially if male, so it is advisable to accustom them from puppies to family or other pets.

They are very loyal to your home and your family. It is always recommended to have an obedient dog healthy, provide discipline, exercise and affection in that order.

They need not always be black coffee can I be white but are different from those Akita japoneses. the American Akita They are very playful but very rough when playing.

Images ยซAmerican Akitaยป

Videos ยซAmerican Akitaยป

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Type and recognitions:

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

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 5: Spitz-type dogs and primitive type – Section 5: Asian Spitz and related breeds. โ“˜
  • – AKC – Group 3: Working dogs โ“˜

FCI breed standard "American Akita"

Origin:
Japan

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
06.01.2015

Use:

Companion dog



General appearance:

GENERAL APPEARANCE

It is a large size dog, solid structure, well balanced, with a lot of substance and heavy bones. A characteristic of the breed is the wide head, obtuse triangle, the deep snout, relatively small eyes and erect ears carried forward approximately in line with the top line of the neck.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS

  • The relationship between the height at the withers and the length of the body is of 9 : 10 in males and 9 : 11 in females.
  • Chest height is equal to half of the height at the withers.
  • The relationship between the distance of the truffle to fronto-nasal depression (stop) and the distance of the fronto-nasal depression to the occiput is of 2 : 3.


Behavior / temperament:

It is a friendly dog, alert, receptive, Majestic, brave and obedient.

Head:

Solid, but balanced with the body; It should not show wrinkles when the dog is at rest. View from the top, the head forms an obtuse triangle.

Cranial region:
  • Skull: Wide and flat between the ears. A shallow furrow should extend well up the forehead.
  • Naso-facial depression (Stop) : Well defined, but not too sharp.

facial region:

  • Truffle: Wide and black. A small and diffuse depigmentation on the nose is accepted only in dogs White, Although black is always preferable.
  • Snout: Large, deep and full.
  • Lips: Blacks. Not hanging; Pink tongue.
  • Jaws / Teeth: Non-rounded jaws, but flat, strong and powerful; strong teeth; regular and complete denture; the Scissor bite is preferred, although the bite is accepted Pincer.
  • Eyes: Dark brown, relatively small, not prominent and almost triangular in shape. The edges of the eyelids are black and the eyelids are well glued.
  • Ears: They are firmly erect and small in relation to the rest of the head. If you fold them forward to measure their length, the tip should touch the edge of the upper eyelid. They are triangular, slightly rounded at the tips, wide at the base and placed not far down in the head; side views, the ears are angled slightly forward over the eyes in line with the top line of the neck.

Neck:

Thick and muscular, with minimal double chin, relatively short, with a gradual was towards the shoulder. The pronunciation curvature of the neck merges harmoniously with the base of the skull.

Body:

Longer than tall. The skin is not very thin, not too stiff, nor too loose.

  • Back: Straight.
  • Pork loin: Muscular firmly.
  • Breast : Wide and deep. Well sprung ribs; well-developed sill.
  • Belly: Moderately collected.

Tail:

Strong with plenty of hairy, of implantation led on the back and leaned against the sidewall with a threading of three-quarters or high, full or double, always falling on or below the level of the back. When the queue has a three-quarter Threading, tip drops well down on flank. The root of the tail is thick and strong. When the tail hangs downward, the vertebrae of the tail reaching the hocks. The hair is hard, smooth and abundant, without having the appearance of fringes.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS: The front limbs, seen from the front, They must be straight and heavy bones.

  • Shoulder: Strong and powerful, moderately inclined backwards.
  • Metacarpus: Slightly bent forward, forming an angle of approximately 15ยฐ in relation to the vertical.

LATER MEMBERS: The hindlimbs are heavily muscled, amplitude and bones similar to those of front members. Usually the Rams of the hind limbs are removed.

  • Thighs: Strong, well developed, Parallels seen from behind.
  • Knee: Moderately angled.
  • Hock: Well descended, without turning outward or inward.

FEET: Cat feet facing straight forward; well arched toes with thick pads.

Movement:

Powerful movement with moderate length and push steps. The front and hind limbs move in the same line. The back remains strong, firm and straight.

Mantle

HAIR: Double coat of hairs. The undercoat must be abundant hair, soft and dense with hairs shorter than those of the outer coat. The outer coat must be straight hair, with a hard/rigid texture and being somewhat separated from the body. head hair, the lower part of the limbs and the ears must be short. The hair covering the withers and the rump should be approximately 5 cm.; It is thus slightly longer than the hair that covers the rest of the body, except in the queue, where the hair is long and abundant.

COLOR: Dogs can have any included red, leonado, white, even brindle or pinto. The colors are bright and clear and the spots must be harmoniously distributed, with or without mask or blaze. Solid white dogs should not have a mask.

Pinto-colored dogs have a white background with large, regularly placed spots that cover the head and more than a third of the body. The hair on the undercoat may be a different color from the hair on the outer layer.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

  • Males:   66 to 71 cm. (26 to 28 inches).
  • females:   61 to 66 cm. (24 to 26 inches).


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..

  • Male female, male female.
  • Narrow or pointed head.
  • Absence of any tooth (except 2 PM1 or the M3).
  • Black stained tongue or blue.
  • light eyes.
  • Short tail.
  • Elbows returned to the outside or inside.
  • Any sign of a hair or bangs gola.
  • Timidity or evil.

SERIOUS FAULTS

  • Lack of substance.
  • Lightweight skeleton.

MISS PLAYOFFS

  • Aggressive or fearful dog.
  • Totally nonpigmented nose, depigmented nose areas, (butterfly nose).
  • Semi-erguidas ears, falls or dubbed.
  • Upper or lower prognathism.
  • Not screwed down or sickle-shaped tail.
  • Males with a lower height to 63,5 cm. (25 inches) and females with a lower height to 58,5 cm. (23 inches).

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..

TRANSLATION: Lic. O. Valverde-Calvo, updated by the Sr J. Nallem (Uruguayan Kennel Club).

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. American Akita, Great Japanese Dog (English).
2. Akita amรฉricain, Grand Chien Japonais (French).
3. Amerikanischer Akita, Great Japanese Dog, GroรŸer Japanischer Hund (German).
4. Akita americano, Grande cรฃo japonรชs (Portuguese).
5. Akita Americano, Gran Perro Japonรฉs (espaรฑol).

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Akita
Japรณn FCI 255 - Asian Spitz and related breeds

Origin: Japan
Character: Affectionate and protective
Weight: 34 to 53 kg
Height: 64 to 71 cm.
Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

The Akita he is affectionate and protective with the family, suspicious of strangers.


Akita Inu

Content

Characteristics "Akita"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Akita" 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.

Adaptation โ“˜
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friendly dog โ€‹โ€‹โ“˜
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hair loss โ“˜
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Affection level โ“˜
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Need for exercise โ“˜
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Social need โ“˜
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Home โ“˜
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Toilet โ“˜
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Friendly with strangers โ“˜
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barking โ“˜
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Health โ“˜
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Territorial โ“˜
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Cat friendly โ“˜
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Intelligence โ“˜
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Versatility โ“˜
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Child friendly โ“˜
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Surveillance โ“˜
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joy โ“˜
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History ยซAkita Inuยป

Also called Akita Inu , It is a breed of dog of the Japan, named for the Akita Prefecture, where it is believed that it originated. From time to time is called Akita-ken. Originally it was a hunting dog and for generations it was used by the warriors of the Japan as defense and attack dog. It was also used for hunting bears. It is an easy dog รขโ‚ฌโ€นรขโ‚ฌโ€นto train and a character very balanced.

Loving and protective of the family, suspicious of strangers, Although it will not attack on a whim. It is a dog barking and majestic appearance. It is considered a breed apart from American Akita.

In Spain the Akita It is considered a potentially dangerous race, by Royal Decree, by which to his possession must obtain the licence for possession of dangerous dogs and register it in the corresponding Municipal registry of potentially dangerous animals. One of the things that are required for this license is insurance of civil liability to third parties.

In the news, the Akita Inu It is considered the National dog of Japan and in 1931 It was designated a national monument.

The Akita (Akita dog) It is the tallest of Japanese dogs and over the years this dog has been, dog fight, symbol of wealth and prestige. owning a Akita Inu It was an honor allowed only the nobility, good luck symbol and talisman, while a statuette Akita Inu It gives away when a baby is born or when someone gets sick.

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The movie of 2009 ยซHachiยป, starring Richard Gere, It is based on the true story of a Japanese Akita named Hachiko. After the death of its owner, Hachiko waited every day at the train station for the man to return, every day until the end of his own life.

ยซAkita Inuยป physical characteristics

Its size is that of a dog medium- but strong Constitution, balanced and capable of performing the work of a large dog.

It is a little longer than high, has the chest wide and deep, and the level back. His movement should be flexible and powerful. Its fur can have four colors: red, Sesame, striped or white pure.

The size of your skull is proportional to your body. The front and the neck is thick and muscular. The ears are relatively small, triangular and stops, preferred if they are inclined forward. The nose is usually black and lips are black, Although the language is usually pink.

The eyes they are small, sometimes distant from each other, almost triangular, Brown color. It has a strong and straight back, with a broad and muscular kidney region. It has the chest deep, arched ribs and perfectly raised abdomen.

The limb anterior and posterior they must be well developed and be strong to be able to function well in all activities. The feet are solid, round and well closed, your nails are hard. It has webbed feet like cats and is an excellent swimmer.. The tail is high implementation, thick and carried vigorously coiled on the back.

The hair covering the tail is longer which covers the rest of the body. The fur, thick and double, is rough and short. The internal layer is thick and soft hair.
The color varieties they are red, striped and white.

All colors (except for the White) They should have "urajiroยป (whitish hair on the sides of the snout, cheeks, under the jaw and in the neck, on the chest, abdomen, under the tail and on the inside of the legs).

Usually measured in 64 to 71 centimeters tall. The females Despite reach 30 to 49 kg, and males of 34 to 53 kg.

The current reconstruction to return to the Japanese type, based on copies of the line ichinoseski, In addition using, Spitz japoneses to recover characteristics of the old Akita Inu.

Character and abilities ยซAkita Inuยป

One character reserved and quiet, will remain impassive in irritating situations, minor. Take the dominant role in the relationship with other dogs, You will not look confrontation unless it has previously been challenged. It must be used, from puppy, the relationship with all kinds of dogs and other animals to live with him, so, getting our Akita Inu a totally socialized dog. With regard to their owners will be loving, loyal and protective. You will have a friendly character with people in general unless they prove bad intentions.

It's a race that no bark unless you have a good reason. When a Akita Inu bark you have to pay attention to. The character of Akita Inu It takes on special importance his protective instinct toward family and belongings.

It is equipped with a temperament quiet and balanced, It is a dog that will support the antics of the children with enormous patience, is more, is especially comfortable in the company of the little ones, that will become inseparable and will defend them and protect it from any intruders either person or animal even with your life.

They are known as dogs faithful and also Smart.

The Akita They can live happily in apartments, When given exercise. They need to be socialized from puppies. Even though they enjoy love and human company, they are very happy to be with other dogs. The Akita They are become excitable when seeing their owners, often moving around them.

These dogs are very good with children. It has a reputation for being an excellent domestic dog. They become big dogs in the family with proper training and socialization.

The protective instinct makes them particularly dangerous to children who may visit the home (they do not tolerate well, the shouts of children playing), should be taken into account we should accustom the animal children incorporated home, These dogs when they arrive home accept members of the family in a herd, new children if they arrive after the can are alien to him and have to adjust them so that there are no problems.

Average longevity of ยซAkita Inuยป is about 10 years, It is similar, to other breeds of their size.

A dog with history… Hachiko: The akita who waited 10 years the return of his master died as a sign of loyalty. A movie based on the true story has been made, call Hachiko Monogatari. There is also an adaptation in English, with the title Always by your side, Hachiko.

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Type and recognitions:

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

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 5: Section: 5 Asian Spitz and related breeds โ“˜
  • – AKC – of work Toy โ“˜
  • – ANKC – Group 6 (Utility) โ“˜
  • – CKC – Group 3 – (Working dogs) โ“˜
  • – โ€‹KC – of work โ“˜
  • – NZKC – Utility โ“˜
  • – UKC – Northern races โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Akita"

Origin:
Japan

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
13.03.2001

Use:

Companion dog.



General appearance:

Large dog with solid build, well balanced and full of substance; well-emphasized secondary sexual characteristics, of great nobility and modest lordship, of strong Constitution.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: The relationship between the height at the withers and the length of the body (measured from the tip of the shoulder to the tip of the buttock) is of 10:11, but the body of the females is slightly longer than that of the males.



Behavior / temperament:

It is a dog with a calm temperament, fell, docile and receptive.

Head:

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Cranial region:
  • Skull: The size of the skull is proportional to the body; the forehead is wide, with a clear groove; without wrinkles.
  • Depression links (Stop): Defined.

facial region:

  • Truffle: Large and black; only in the case of white-haired specimens a small and diffuse lack of pigmentation is accepted, but black is always preferable.
  • Snout: Moderately long and strong with a broad base that tapers towards the tip, although it is not pointed; straight muzzle.
  • Jaws / Teeth: Strong teeth with scissor bite.
  • Lips: Glued.
  • Cheeks: Moderately developed.

Neck:

Thick and muscular, double chin free, balanced with head.

Body:

  • Back: Straight and firm. Pork loin: Broad and muscular.
  • Breast : Deep with a well developed parapet. Ribs moderately sprung.
  • Belly: Well collected.

Tail:

High implementation, thick and carried vigorously curled over the back. The tip of the tail almost reaches the hocks when hanging down.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

  • Shoulder: Moderately oblique and developed. Elbows: Glued to the body.
  • forearms: Straight, heavy boned.
  • Previous feet: Thick, round, arched and finger tight.

LATER MEMBERS: They must be well developed, strong and moderately angled.

  • Hind feet: Thick, round, arched and finger tight.

Movement:

Flexible and powerful movement.

Mantle

Fur: The outer coat must be smooth and hard in texture, the undercoat should be of fine and abundant hair; withers and hips should be covered with slightly longer hair; the hair on the tail is longer than that covering the rest of the body.

Color: Red-leonado, Sesame (red-tawny hairs with black tips), striped and white. All colors mentioned above, except for the White, must have Urajiro.

(URAJIRO = Whitish hair on the sides of the muzzle, cheeks, under the jaw and in the neck, on the chest, abdomen, under the tail and on the inside of the limbs.)



Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

  • Males: 67 cm..
  • females: 61 cm..

A difference of more or less is tolerated 3 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..

  • Female males / male females.
  • Upper or lower prognathism.
  • Incomplete denture.
  • Tongue stained black or blue.
  • Light colored iris.
  • Short tail.
  • Shyness.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

  • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
  • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.
  • Not erect ears.
  • Hanging tail.
  • Long hair (thick).
  • Black mask.
  • Stains on the white background.


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.

The latest changes are in bold.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, Great Japanese Dog (English).
2. Akita, Akita Inu, Akita Ken (French).
3. Akita, Akita Inu, Akita Ken, Japanischer Akita (German).
4. Akita Inu (Portuguese).
5. Akita Inu, Akita, perro de Akita, Akita Ken (espaรฑol).

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Bloodhound
Bรฉlgica FCI 84 - Large-sized Hounds

Origin: Belgium
Character: Perseverant and faithful
Weight: 36 to 50 Kg
Height: 58 to 69 cm.
Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

Bloodhound

The Bloodhound It is the dog with thinner smell of the planet.

Content

History

The Bloodhound (Bloodhound) It is a breed of dog originally from Belgium, more specifically in the region of the Ardennes. It is one of the different breeds of hound recognized by the FCI in Group 6.

Has been traditionally considered to the monks of the monastery of St. Hubert as the creators of the race (for this reason also, are known as St. Hubert Hound), and they based their selection on the hunting dogs used by the monk Hubert, founder of the order and which later to be canonized became the patron saint of hunters. King William the Conqueror took copies of this breed to England when he ascended to the throne. The descendants of these specimens, They were known in the country as Bloodhound, referring to the purity of their blood.

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The name "Bloodhound" does not come from this dog's ability to track game and people, but from a long history of carefully recorded bloodlines. In other words, He is a "blood" hound, a kind of dog of the aristocracy, if it can be said like that.

This legend has it that a rich nobleman hunted in a good Friday accompanied by a group of noisy dogs, and in the distance he could see a deer and when he was about to shoot he saw the image of the cross of Jesus Christ drawn on its antlers and since then he retired from his dissipated life to dedicate his fortune to good works. Since then usually give the nobles, the best specimen of his beloved dogs. Today the tradition continues, but now is a religious service and gives blessing to copies, continuing with the exposure of the race in the community of St. Hubert at Belgium.

After the race was introduced in the United States where one of his missions was the search and hunt down the fugitive slaves. For many years the recognition by a Bloodhound incriminating evidence was considered by American courts.

Physical characteristics

The Bloodhound is a powerful hunting dog. The back is very strong compared to the size of the dog. The head is long and narrow. The muzzle is long with a nose of black. Deeply sunken eyes and drooping eyelids. The Chin is very pronounced.

The Bloodhound is a dog with a nose finest of the planet.

Despite its size, is an agile dog. His body is longer than high. Wrinkles on the head and jowls are perhaps one of the most characteristic features, along with the length of its hanging ears. The accepted colors are black and fire, Brown and red in its different shades and fire.

The appeal is of 67 cm for males and 60 cm for females.

It has been documented that they are capable of following a trail of up to fifteen days, because of the enormous sensitivity of their sense of smell, caused by the internal folds of their nostrils. For that reason it is used as a police dog in tracking tasks..

These hounds cannot be kept in a yard without fences. There is a good chance that your tracker instinct carried them wander and get away until the end of their trail.

It is a dog that needs to be exercised (like all dogs), and usually live more happily in large spaces, Although adapts very well to home life.

The Blodhound (Bloodhound), Despite the allusion to the term blood contained in its name (blood), It is one of the animals most affable that exists. It is a dog of noble nature, can be shy around strangers. He is very patient and persevering when looking for a trailโ€ฆ

It is excellent Playmate for children, defend them from any danger. They tend to be very well with other dogs and pets.

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Characteristics "Bloodhound"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Bloodhound" 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 โ“˜,
  • AKC โ“˜,
  • ANKC โ“˜,
  • CKC โ“˜, โ€‹
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    • FCI breed standard "Bloodhound"

    Origin:
    Belgium

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    13.03.2001

    Use:

    Big Game Hound, trail dog and family dog. It was and still is a hunting dog, that due to his remarkable sense of smell is above all a tracker, used both to find the trail of the injured small game, in search of the trail as well as to search for missing persons, in police operations. For its functional construction, the Chien de Saint-Hubert is endowed with great resistance as well as an exceptional smell, allowing you to easily follow a track over a long distance and over rough terrain.



    General appearance:

    Massive plus size hunting and tracker dog, the most powerful of hunting dogs. Its lines are harmonious and it is equipped with strong bones, well muscled and full of substance, although without giving the impression of heaviness. Its structure is elongated and the body is shaped like a rectangle. The set is imposing and full of nobility. His attitude is solemn. Head and neck draw attention to abundant skin, flexible and thin that hangs in deep folds. His movements are impressive, rather slow and with a certain sway, though flexible, elastic and loose. No characteristic can be exaggerated to the point of breaking the harmony of the whole., to give an impression of coarseness, far from harming the health or well-being of the dog. Possible exaggerations may be mentioned: very sunken or very small eyes; distended eyelids; excessively thick, loose skin, with too many folds and too deep; too much double chin; very small head. Large dogs are also undesirable, very heavy or very solid body, since this affects its use.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS

    • body length / height to the cross: 10/9.
    • Chest height / height to the cross: 1/2.
    • Head length / body length: 3/7.
    • Length of the muzzle / head length: 1 /2.


    Behavior / temperament:

    Is meek, calm and gentle with people. Particularly attached to his master. Tolerant of his cage mates and other pets. Rather reserved and stubborn in temperament. He's so sensitive to praise, as to corrections. Is never aggressive. His voice is serious, but he is not barking.

    Head:

    It is the most characteristic aspect of the breed; imposing, majestic and full of nobility. Is high, but narrow in relation to its length, and long in relation to the length of the body. The bone structure is well visible. The lateral faces are flat and the profile is square. The nasal ridge is visibly parallel to the long upper line of the forehead.. The skin, fine and abundant, forms deep wrinkles and folds on the forehead and cheeks that fall when the head is down and extend into the folds of the double chin, which is highly developed. In females, the skin is less abundant.

    Cranial region:

    The skull is tall, long, rather narrow, and the side faces are flat. Superciliary arches are not very prominent, although they may seem so. The occipital protuberance is well developed and clearly protruding.

    Depression links (Stop): Bit strong.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: Black or brown in color; always black in black and tan dogs. It is wide, well developed and windows are wide open.
    • Snout: High; as long as the skull. It is wide near the nostrils and of uniform width throughout its length. The
      Nasal cane is either straight or slightly arched (slight ram's nose). Lips: They are very long and loose. The upper lip hangs over the
      bottom and forms a right angle to the front of the muzzle, which imparts a square profile to the muzzle. Behind the corners they turn into fleshy lips (less pronounced in females), that blend imperceptibly with the double chin, which is abundant. The edge of the upper lip descends a few 5 cm lower than the lower jaw. The edge of the lips is well pigmented black or brown, depending on the color of the truffle.
    • Jaws / Teeth: Complete denture, correct "scissor" joint; strong, white teeth set evenly in well-developed jaws. โ€œClamp-shapedโ€ dentures are accepted.
    • Cheeks: Sunken and thin, especially under the eyes.

    EYES: Dark brown or hazelnut color, of a lighter shade (amber) in dogs without a chair or black blanket. Medium-sized; oval, not tearful, nor outgoing, nor sunk in the orbits, thus leaving the iris completely visible. The eyelids, no irregularities in its contour, are normally adapted to the eyeball. Tolerated, However, lower eyelids somewhat distended, so that the conjunctiva is a little visible. The eyelashes cannot under any circumstances touch the eyes, nor hinder them. Your expression is sweet, gentle and dignified, the look a little melancholic.

    EARS: Thin, and flexible, covered with short hairs, fine and velvety to the touch. The pavilion is very long, exceeding at least the tip of the nose when placed on the top of the nasal bridge. Very low implantation, at eye level or below, on the sides of the head, falling in funny folds, castled in and back (corkscrew).

    Neck:

    It is long, so that the dog can keep track of it while keeping the truffle on the ground. Well muscled; throat skin is loose and extremely developed, presented a double chin, although this is less pronounced in females.

    Body:

    The top and bottom margin lines are almost parallel.

    • Cross: Slightly marked.
    • Back: Straight, wide, long and solid.
    • Pork loin: Width, solid, short, very slightly arched.
    • Rump: Well muscled, almost horizontal, never sunk. It is very wide and quite long.
    • Breast : It has an oval shape. It is broad, alto, clearly forming a keel between the forelimbs. The rib cage is long enough; the front of the thorax and the point of the shoulder are well protruding. The ribs are well sprung, ni planas, nor barrel-shaped.
    • Bottom line and belly: The bottom margin is almost horizontal; the lower part of the chest is well lowered. The flanks are very solid, wide and lowered. The belly is very little raised.

    Tail:

    It is long, strong, thick, set high; It is located in the extension of the dorsal line, and gradually becomes thinner towards the limb. It comes in the shape of a saber. When is the dog in action, forms a graceful curve above the dorsal line; never kinks, nor does it deviate laterally. His part covered with rougher hair, of about 5 cm., that gets progressively shorter towards the limb.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

    • General appearance: They are well muscled. The forelimbs are straight, powerful and perfectly parallel.
    • Shoulder: Long, well oblique and well muscled, although not heavy.
    • Arms: Oblique lengths, forming a good angle with the shoulders.
    • Elbows: They are well applied, or peeled, or together.
    • forearms: Straight, strong and round bones. Carpi: His firms.
    • Metacarpus: Robust; seen from the front, they are leaden. Seen in profile, they are slightly inclined towards the front.
    • Previous feet: They are compact and very solid; they do not deviate even inwards, nor out. The fingers are well arched, well articulated and together (Jack's foot). The pads are thick and solid, and short and strong nails.

    LATER MEMBERS:

    • General appearance: They are solid, powerfully muscular, in harmony with previous members. Seen from behind, are
      perfectly parallel, or together, nor separated.
    • Thighs: Of good length and well muscled.
    • Knees: Well angulated; they do not deviate even inwards, nor out.
    • Legs: Long enough and well muscled.
    • Hock: Solid, well angled; comes close to the ground. Metatarsals: Strong and short.
    • Hind feet: As the front.

    Movement:

    The judging of the marches, very typical of Chien de Saint-Hubert, it's extremely important. During the normal step, that is to say, the trot, the movement is uniform, steps provided; it is elastic and loose, covering more ground than any other hunting dog, and something that is very characteristic, with a balance, although not through. Hind limbs are directed well back, with good rear third drive. The amplitude of the movements of the forelimbs and hindlimbs is uniform and the upper line remains horizontal. The members move in parallel, but at a higher speed the feet get closer. The tail is high, Sabre-shaped, not too kinky though. The Chien de Saint-Hubert must be able to maintain a long trot without showing signs of fatigue.

    Mantle

    Flexible over the whole body, loose and elastic. Thin skin is very characteristic, very loose and abundant on the head. On the forehead and lateral faces of the muzzle, the skin forms hanging folds that are even more marked when the head is down. But, Very pronounced wrinkles and folds on the forehead and superciliary arches should never obstruct the eyes. Folds on the body caused by overly extended skin are undesirable.

    Fur: On the body the hair is straight, short, dense, quite hard and resistant to inclement weather. Over the ears and head, it is very short and soft to the touch. The lower part of the tail has slightly longer and rougher hairs.

    Color:

    We can distinguish three colors in the fur:

    • the bicolor black and tan (ยซblack and tanยป),
    • liver and fire (ยซliver and tanยป
    • solid red (ยซredยป).

    In black and tan dogs, the black varies, depending on whether it is a blanket or a chair. In a dog with a blanket, black predominates; the fire (leonado), occurs only on the muzzle, cheeks, on top of the eyes, on the front of the thorax, in the limbs and in the perianal region. A dog with a chair has a more widespread tan color, since the black is more or less limited to the dorsal part. The same arrangements of color zones are present in bicolor liver and tan dogs.. Colors are not always well defined, nor clearly delimited. In the darkest parts, longer or badger hairs may be scattered. This mix of different color hairs is accepted. In unicolor dogs, red can vary from light to dark. Faded tan is not desirable in bicolor dogs, nor the faded red in single-colored dogs. Tolerated, although it is not favored, a little white on the front of the chest, on the fingers and the tip of the tail.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    The ideal height is:

    • 68 cm for males,
    • 62 cm for females.

    Tolerance: 4 cm more or less.

    Weight:

    • the males, a few 46 - 54 kg,
    • the females, approximately 40 - 48 kg.

    Size and weight must be in harmony.



    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..
    • General aspect: appearance of heaviness; little substance; Lightweight bones; body raised or close to the ground; rather square than rectangular construction; absence of nobility.
    • Head: broad and bulky or excessively narrow skull; elusive forehead; forehead skin that deviates too much; shallow occipital protrusion; marked naso-frontal depression; concave muzzle; snout short or lacking in altitude; very little hanging upper lip.
    • Nose and lips: loss of pigmentation.
    • Teeth: absence of teeth.
    • Eyes: too small, deep in their orbits; too hanging lower eyelid, highly visible conjunctiva.
    • Ears: too short, very thick; occur above eye level; too close to the head or too flat.
    • Neck: short; delgado, with little double chin.
    • Body: short or too long; slightly lowered chest; anterior part of the thorax little protrusion seen in profile; flat or barrel ribs; loose or arched back, rump very raised or sunken; belly too raised.
    • Tail: appears low; squirrel tail, ring-shaped, threaded; tail knotted or folded; hooked or deviated.
    • Members: too little or too angled; short arms; incorrect poise, viewed profile (eg., Very oblique pasterns or weak carpals), front (for ex. feet that turn inward or outward, bowed forearms, elbows off), the one behind (eg., hind limbs together, separated or in barrel, hock closed or open); open feet, hare or flat.
    • Movement: closed or open; pass crossed; short steps or rigid movement; little drive, the back does not provide a good transmission.
    • Hair color: light or faded colors.
    • Character: insecurity or nervousness.

    FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
    • General aspect: absence of racial type.
    • Teeth: undershot or overshot; Cross occlusion; crooked mouth.
    • Nose and lips: excessive depigmentation or pink color; colors other than black in โ€œblack and tanโ€ dogs; other colors than brown or black in dogs without a chair or black blanket
    • Eyes: light yellow (raptor eyes).
    • Hair color: all colors not corresponding to the descriptions: widespread white markings, such as white that reaches the wrists or hocks, or too widespread white color in the front part of the thorax: white patches somewhere other than the front of the chest, on the fingers and the tip of the tail, as for example, a white snout, a white stripe, etc.
    • Size: outside tolerance limits.
    • A dog that shows any signs of physical abnormality should be eliminated.


    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. Sleuth hound, St. Hubert Hound (English).
    2. bloodhound (French).
    3. Bluthund, Bloodhound (German).
    4. Cรฃo-de-santo-humberto, Chien de St. Humbert, Bloodhound (Portuguese).
    5. Perro de San Huberto (espaรฑol).

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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.

    Photos:

    1 – A Poitevin by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    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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    Volpino Italiano
    Francia FCI 195 - European Spitz

    Origin: Italy
    Character: Cheerful and playful
    Weight: 3 to 5 Kg
    Height: 25 to 30 cm.
    Life expectancy: 14 - 15 years

    Volpino Italiano

    Despite the temperament of Volpino Italiano, and its small size, It is a very committed and energetic dog. Cheerful and playful and very attached to their masters.

    Content

    History

    The Volpino Italiano (that means little Fox, in Italian) It is a dog of very ancient origins., as the strain that belongs to the Spitz. It was a very widespread breed of dog in the Renaissance in which appears in some of the representations of the period. Unfortunately, the race, in 1965 was in danger of extinction (The Italian Club Cinolรณgico, only five copies that year), and for a short time, recovering numerical and qualitative.

    The Volpino, It has been recognized and loved by Italian royalty for centuries, being a favorite especially of women.

    Even bearing a strong resemblance with the Pomeranian, the breed is much older and thus has a different historical background. Northern dogs found their way South very early in the history of domestic dogs.

    The Italian word for wolf is lupo, and the Keeshond it is called so much Lupino and Volpino in Italian. Volpe, means Fox in Italian, from there "Volpino" what, to say, little Fox in Italian. Despite its long history, the Volpino is unknown outside of Italy and is now rare, even in his homeland..

    Despite its small size, This dog was originally as a watchdog. Its function was to alert the Mastiffs (Big Dogs) the presence of an intruder. But, due to his lovely temper and great intelligence, as well, they became very popular as pets, companion dogs.

    For unknown reasons the popularity of the breed fell in 1965. In 1984 an attempt was made to revive the race. Y, currently, can see the race Volpino living as guard dogs on breeding farms, or as a companion dog, but still the Volpino they are considered a rare breed, position that there are only about 2000 copies to the length and breadth of the world.
    Most of the Volpinos, it is found in Italy but some people are breeding them in Scandinavian countries, in the United Kingdom and the United States.UU.

    Physical characteristics

    The Volpino Italiano it is a small but compact dog with a harmonious physique. Can grow up to 30 cm tall and weigh 5 kg. His long, silky coat is soft and lined with a dense undercoat. It can be white, red, brown or black. There are also champagne colored animals, but they are not very popular in breeding.

    Character and skills

    The Volpino Italiano has a very individual character, which means that even as a puppy you need a lot of patience and enough consistency in your upbringing. Due to its high intelligence it is very teachable and therefore very good for training. Has a very lively temperament, is curious and therefore available for all kinds of fun. So, is particularly suitable for any type of dog sport and needs sufficient mental and physical activity.

    In the family it is a very affectionate dog, loving and vigilant. Has a natural distrust of strangers.
    It is an ideal dog for the family and its character also makes it very suitable to live with children.

    With it you can spend a lot of time in nature. Despite its size, the Volpino Italiano it is a very robust dog that is not deterred by the rain, snow and cold to do your daily need for exercise.

    Volpino care

    The puppy's coat requires a lot of care: should not only be brushed regularly, but also bathed from time to time.

    Esperanza de vida of ยซVolpino Italianoยป

    The ยซVolpino Italianoยป, which originally descends from German Spitz, he is a very robust dog, which can have a high life expectancy of up to 15 years.

    Typical diseases ยซItalian Volpinoยป

    Also in terms of health, the Volpino he is a very robust dog, who does not have any common hereditary disease.
    In rare cases the breed is affected by an eye disease, which can happen especially in old age. May lead to lens shift of the eye, what can lead to glaucoma.

    Characteristics "Volpino Italiano"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Volpino Italiano" 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 "Volpino Italiano"

    Photos:

    1 – Volpino Miฤ™dzynarodowa Wystawa Psรณw Rasowych w Katowicach 28 – 30. 03.2008 by Lilly Mreal name: Maล‚gorzata Miล‚aszewska / CC BY-SA
    2 – Volpino Italiano by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/833618
    3 – Volpino Italiano by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/1428909
    4 – Volpino Italiano by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/863623
    5 – Volpino Italiano by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/1273902
    6 – Volpino Italiano owned by Kennel Hedehuset – Denmark by ยฉ Mete Appel / Kennel Hedehuset

    Videos "Volpino Italiano"

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    ยซVolpino Italianoยป – Breed of dog

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    ยซVolpino Italianoยป Dog Breed – Facts and Information

    Type and recognitions:

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

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 5 – Section 4 European Spitz. โ“˜

    FCI breed standard "Volpino Italiano"

    Origin:
    Italy

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    9.06.1999

    Use:

    Guard and companion dog.



    General appearance:

    This is a small format Spitz, very compact, harmonious and covered with long, bristly hair.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: It has a square shape; The length of the head reaches almost 4/10 of body length.



    Behavior / temperament:

    He is very attached to his environment and the people he knows well.. His temperament is very marked, jovial, lively and mischievous.

    Head:

    It has a pyramidal shape. Its length reaches 4/10 the height at the withers.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Its length exceeds that of the snout (6,5/5), its bizygomatic width is greater than half the length of the head (7,3/11,5). It is more or less ovoid in shape, both in the sagittal sense, as in the transversal. The mid-frontal sulcus is not very marked, as well as the occipital protuberance. The upper axes of the skull and snout are slightly convergent. The bones protruding from the forehead are well developed and fall almost perpendicularly on the root of the nasal cannula..
    • Depression links (stop) : It is rather accentuated.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : It's humid, fresh, with the windows wide open. Profile view, It is located on the same line as the nasal cannula., and does not exceed the anterior line of the lips. Its color is always black, both in the white-furred specimens, as in those with red fur.
    • Snout : Pointed. Its length is less than that of the skull and its lateral faces are convergent.. The nasal cannula is rectilinear. In profile, the lower edge of the snout is determined by the jaw.
    • Lips : Seen from the front, the upper lip draws a straight line on its lower edge. In the corner, the mucosa is not visible, so that, the lips are very short. The edges of the lips are pigmented black.
    • Jaws / Teeth : The jaws are not strong in appearance, but they are normally developed and adapt perfectly due to their anterior edge. Its branches are rectilinear. The teeth are white, are regularly aligned and complete. They are perfectly developed. The joint is in the form of scissors, but the pincer-shaped joint is accepted.
    • Eyes : They are normal size and open wide. They denote vigilance and liveliness. The palpebral opening is rounded; They are placed in planes that form a wide open angle behind.
      The eyelids join perfectly against the eyeball. The iris is dark ocher in color and the edges of the eyelids are pigmented black..
    • Ears : Short, form triangular, upright. The cartilage is rigid. The inner surface of the ears faces forward. Set high and very close to each other. The length of the ears reaches approximately half the length of the head.

    Neck:

    Its length is almost equal to that of the head. His bearing is always high. Your skin is well attached to the underlying tissues.

    Body:

    It has a square shape. Its longitude, measured from the tip of the shoulder, even the gluteus, is equal to the height at the withers.

    • top line : The dorsal line is straight; in the region of the back it is slightly convex.
    • Cross : It protrudes slightly above the line of the back.
    • Rump : Extends the line of the spine. Its obliquity, from the hip to the base of the tail, is 10ยฐ below the horizontal.
    • Breast : Come down to the level of the elbows. The ribs are tight. The sternal region is long.
    • bottom line : From the sternum to the belly there is little ascending. The depth of the flanks is not very pronounced.

    Tail:

    It is located in the extension of the rump, always curled up on the back. Its length is somewhat less than the height at the withers.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Seen in conjunction, They are parallel and vertical to each other and, in relation to the median plane of the body, they are perfectly parallel.

    • Shoulder : The length of the shoulder blade is equal to ยผ of the height at the withers. Its obliquity below the horizontal is 60ยฐ.
    • Arm : It is longer than the scapula and its obliquity below the horizontal is 60ยฐ. Appears approximately parallel to the median plane of the body.
    • Elbows : They are parallel to the median plane of the body.Forearm : Extend the vertical line. It is light boned. Its longitude, measured from the ground to the elbow, It is slightly more than half the height at the withers.
    • Carpus and metacarpus : Seen from the front, extend the vertical line of the forearm. Seen in profile, they are oblique.
    • Front feet : They are oval in shape and the fingers are well together.. The central and digital pads, as well as nails, they are black.

    LATER MEMBERS : As a whole and seen from behind, They must follow a perfectly vertical line from the tip of the gluteus to the ground. They are parallel to each other.

    • Thigh : Its length is equal to 1/3 the height at the withers. It is perfectly parallel to the median plane of the body.
    • Leg : Its length is slightly less than the thigh. It is made of light bones and its obliquity below the horizontal is 55 a 60ยฐ.
    • Hock : The distance between the tip of the hock and the ground slightly exceeds ยผ of the height at the withers.
    • Metatarsus : It is vertical and, seen both in profile and from behind, his poise is perfect.
    • Rear feet : Oval, like the front feet and with the same characteristics.

    Movement:

    It should not be in jumps, not even during the jog, not even during the gallop. All movements must be with wide steps.

    Mantle

    SKIN : It is well applied and stretched, no appearance of slackness in any part of the body.

    HAIR : Bushy, very long, straight and bristly in an exceptional way. It is stiff and rough in texture; should never be straight. Even if it is not very abundant, should always be bristly. The trunk gives the impression of being wrapped in a sleeve, particularly on the neck, where the hair forms a wide collar. The head is covered by semi-long hair that hides the base of the ears..
    The hair that covers the muzzle is short. Above the ears the hair is very fine and thin.. The tail is provided with very long hair. On the posterior edges of the limbs the hair forms a fringe.

    COLOR :

    โ€ข Solid white.
    โ€ข Solid red
    โ€ข Champagne, accepted color, but not desirable. A pale orange tone is acceptable over the ears., But this is still an imperfection..



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross :

    • Of 27 to 30 cm in males.
    • Of 25 to 28 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..

    MISS PLAYOFFS :

    โ€ข Nose of any color other than black.
    โ€ข Convex nasal canal.
    โ€ข Different colored eyes.
    โ€ข Tail that falls between the hind limbs.
    โ€ข Size that exceeds by more than 3 cm the limits established by the standard.

    DISQUALIFICATION FAULTS:

    โ€ข Aggressive or fearful dog.
    โ€ข Divergence of the craniofacial axes.
    โ€ข Superior prognathism.
    โ€ข Total depigmentation of the nose or the edges of the eyelids.
    โ€ข Fully hanging ears.
    โ€ข No queue, or very short tail, either congenital or artificial.
    โ€ข Any color other than white, red, or the color champagne (although it is not the most desirable).
    โ€ข Red spots on a white background and white or black spots on a red background.
    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. Volpino, Cane del Quirinale, Cane di Firenze (English).
    2. Volino (French).
    3. Italienischer volpino (German).
    4. Volpino italiano (Portuguese).
    5. Zorrito italiano, volpino (espaรฑol).

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    Japanese Spitz
    Japรณn FCI 262 - Asian Spitz and related breeds

    Origin: Japan
    Character: Cheerful and caring
    Weight: 6 - 12 kg
    Height: Male: 30 โ€“ 38 cm., Female: 25 โ€“ 35 cm.
    Life expectancy: 10 โ€“ 16 years

    Japanese Spitz

    The Japanese Spitz he is a very people-oriented dog.

    Content

    History

    The strong similarity to the Mittelspitz (Standard or Medium Spitz) German allows us to suppose that the Japanese spitz descends from this same race. Other cynologists assume that the Spitz descends from the Nordic Spitz. One thing is for sure: the origin of Japanese spitz not in japan, but in Europe. From there he arrived in Japan at the beginning of the 20th century along with travelers.

    The attractive white dog with the charming character quickly gained popularity among the Japanese population. With more caps from China, Canada and the US, own breeding was established in Japan in the years 20. While in Europe an attempt was made to increase the size of the lace, thus creating the German Spitz, the Japanese tended to opt for the more original compact form. In 1948 the Japanese Kennel Club established a first breed standard for the first time. As country of origin, Japan was indicated in the standard. The FCI, that has officially recognized the Japanese spitz from 1964, includes it today in the Group 5 (Spitz and dogs of the original type), as well as in the Subsection 5 (Asian Spitz and related breeds), under Standard No. 262.

    In his native Japan, the Japanese spitz it was very popular for a long time, especially in the years 50 the last century. Although it is still more common there in terms of numbers than in Europe, the demand of the little companion is gradually changing. While in Japan the number of recently registered puppies is declining, is increasing in North America and Europe.

    Physical characteristics ยซJapanese Spitzยป

    This breed is distinguished by the fact that it is exclusively pure white.. Thanks to his straight and dense hair, the Japanese Spitz seems strong. What is no less important, it is also caused by the swollen inner layer. The beautiful ruffle on the shoulder, neck and sill contributes to attractive appearance. Typical of the tail is a long and voluminous flag.

    Despite her short legs, the Japanese Spitz is sporty and extremely agile. Due to its balanced proportions, the appearance of this compact pedigree dog is both striking and harmonious.

    The height at the cross – the elevated transition from neck to back – tends to be of 30 to 38 cm in adult males. Females reach a somewhat smaller size. The Japanese Spitz weighs between 4,5 and 11 kg.

    Character and abilities ยซJapanese Spitzยป

    The well balanced nature of the Japanese Spitz fits the very harmonious appearance. He is an attentive guard. Anyone who approaches him is not immediately signaled with a savage bark. Only when the Japanese pedigree dog feels a serious threat, gets loud and fights back vehemently.

    At home, the Japanese Spitz behaves quite calmly. Abroad, on the other hand, he likes to show the energy he has inside him. To enjoy the Japanese Spitz, you must like a little dog who likes to play. You should also have fun on long trips with your four-legged friend.

    The Japanese Spitz he is a very people-oriented dog. Whether it belongs to one person or has a master or caregiver at the same time, he does not care. He also likes to live with the family. The company of people is the priority. Pets or other pets are not enough. Although the Japanese spitz usually get along with them. So if you're short on time for a dog, a Japanese Spitz probably not the right thing for you.

    The white puppy enjoys the company of people and would like to be with them always and everywhere.. He is very receptive and eager to learn. Which makes education in combination with devotion quite easy even for untrained dog owners.

    An apartment in the city is suitable for him, as long as you are well occupied with extensive walks and activities.

    ยซJapanese Spitzยป Care

    Despite the hereditary predisposition to many diseases, Many of the ailments can be avoided by taking proper care of your Spitz. Dental problems in particular can be prevented through regular dental care, that is to say, brush your teeth at least once a week, or better daily. Diseases or inflammations of the eyes, nose, ears and claws can also be detected and treated at an early stage through proper care and regular check-ups. Another important aspect of grooming is the care of the coat of the Japanese spitz. Despite the impressive and luxurious fur, This is not very elaborate and therefore it is usually sufficient if the hair is combed or brushed thoroughly twice a week. Only in the coat change phase (twice a year) grooming effort increases until daily styling.

    Japanese Spitz health

    An indication of good and serious parenting is the presentation of genetic test results.. The breeding animals used must have an impeccable genetic makeup to exclude genetic diseases from the start. Dogs in which hereditary diseases typical of the breed have occurred should be excluded from breeding for the sake of the health of the breed. This also includes the tendency to dislocate the patella (slipping of the patella out of its guide), which can also be inherited in many dogs, especially in small dog breeds. Also eye problems, such as distichiasis or narrowing of the tear ducts, as well as dental problems can occur with the Japanese spitz. No other diseases typical of the breed are known..

    The correct nutrition of the ยซJapanese Spitzยป

    In a special way, correct nutrition contributes to the health and well-being of the Japanese spitz. Small dogs with a very compact constitution have a strong tendency to be overweight. Too many pounds can easily lead to joint disease and heart and circulation problems.. Overweight dogs are also at higher risk for diabetes.

    As the owner of a Japanese spitz, you should always keep the amounts recommended by food manufacturers. It also, the dog should not be given too many treats between meals.

    It is not only the quantity but also the quality of the food that is important. Besides vegetables or rice, good dog food consists largely of high-quality meat. Poor quality food often contains an excessive amount of cereals. Under no circumstances should it contain flavor enhancers or sweeteners.

    Before buying, you should find out the exact composition of the dog food in the manufacturer's instructions. Several vendors offer good and safe dog food, both dry and wet.

    It is not unusual for dog owners to prefer homemade dog food. This can also be an alternative to the ready-to-eat food available in stores for the Japanese spitz. But, it is essential that you acquire the necessary knowledge to cook balanced dog food for yourself.

    The diet BARF it is also a good way to feed Japanese spitz with a healthy diet. BARF means ยซBone And Raw Foodยป (Bones and raw foods). All food components, like meat, fish, vegetables or fruit, they are only given raw. Various vendors and specialty stores facilitate BARF to the dog owner. Like cooking food, this feeding method requires a certain amount of knowledge about the correct use of raw ingredients.

    You must feed a puppy of 3 to 5 times a day, an adult raw food and bones 2 times a day.

    Buying a "Japanese Spitz"

    Despite the growing popularity and demand in the European and American continent, the Japanese spitz still belongs to the rare dog breeds. The waiting period for a new litter at a breeder can be very long. Who doesn't necessarily care about a purebred puppy, but also consider buying a Spitz adult, should – parallel to the search for a breeder – also look around the animal shelter, where over and over again Spitz or the crosses of Spitz they are waiting for a new and loving home. A puppy, on the other hand, should only be purchased from a serious and certified breeder.

    How do I recognize a serious breeder?

    When choosing a suitable breeder, various factors play a role. It's not just the "formalities" that must be correct, that is to say, the papers, the pedigree and the contract of sale, but also the personal reasons that ultimately decide the purchase. The breeder must, first, be understanding with you, and this cannot be found out with a short email or a short phone call. One or better several meetings are necessary to get a complete picture of the breeder and his dogs.. Does the breeder invite you to his house? Do you willingly show your "kennel" and do the animals live in close contact with the breeder's family? The first weeks are very important for the socialization of the puppies and therefore the environment must correspond absolutely to the affectionate nature of the puppies. Japanese spitz. It also, a serious breeder will be able to tell you a lot about the breed and its characteristics. They will also ask you about your life circumstances to make sure your puppy has fun with you..

    Characteristics "Japanese Spitz"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Japanese Spitz" 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 "Japanese Spitz"

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    1 – Japanese spitz by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/1273902
    2 – Japanese Spitz Siberia by 0894Leanne, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    3 – Japanese Spitz Puppy by mostlegendary@gmail.com, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    4 – Japanese spitz by https://www.pikist.com/free-photo-sixhn
    5 – Japanese spitz by https://www.pxfuel.com/en/free-photo-xghfb
    6 – Japanese Spitz by Trev Grant, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    7 – Japanese Spitz by https://www.pikrepo.com/fflza/japanese-spitz-near-wall

    Videos "Japanese Spitz"

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    Type and recognitions:

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

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 5: Spitz-type dogs and primitive type – Section 5: Asian Spitz and related breeds. โ“˜
    • – ANKC – Group 7 (Non-Sporting) โ“˜
    • – CKC – Group 6 – Non-Sporting โ“˜
    • – โ€‹KC – Utility โ“˜
    • – NZKC – Non-Sporting โ“˜
    • – UKC – Northern Breed Group โ“˜

    FCI breed standard "Japanese Spitz"

    Origin:
    Japan

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    16.06.1999

    Use:

    Companion dog.



    General appearance:

    Its body is covered with abundant white fur., the snout is sharp, triangular and erect ears, The tail is covered with long feather-shaped hair and curls over the back.. Robust and well balanced constitution, Its harmonious beauty gives it a lively appearance and dignity characteristic of this breed., that at the same time denotes elegance.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTION : The relationship between the height at the withers and the length of the body is 10 : 11.



    Behavior / temperament:

    It is an intelligent dog, joyful, with keenness of senses. Boisterous nature is not allowed.

    Head:

    The size of the head should be in harmony with the body and should be moderately wide and rounded.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull : The forehead is moderately developed. The back of the skull is very wide.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Defined.

    facial region:

    • Nose : Small, rounded and black.
    • Snout : Pointed, the tip slightly rounded and well balanced. Lips adherent and preferably black.
    • Jaws / Teeth : Strong white teeth with scissor bite.

    Eyes : Moderately large, almendrada form, placed slightly oblique, dark colored. The edges of the eyelids black.

    Ears : High insertion, small, triangular, upright, directed forward and placed not too far apart.

    Neck:

    Moderately long and very muscular.

    Body:

    • Cross : High.
    • Back : Straight and short.
    • Kidney region : Wide.
    • Chest : Wide and deep, well arched ribs.
    • Abdomen : Well collected.

    Tail:

    High insertion, moderately long and carried on the back.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Well inclined shoulders, forearms straight and elbows close to the body.

    LATER MEMBERS : Muscular, the femoro-tibio-patellar joints (knees) and tibio-tarsals (hocks) moderately angled.

    FEET : Cat feet. Thick and desirably black pads, the same as nails.

    Movement:

    Fast and active.

    Mantle

    HAIR : The hair of the outer coat is straight and remains separated. The hair of the undercoat is short, dense and soft texture. The face, the ears, the front part of the limbs and under the hocks are covered with short hair; the rest of the body is covered with long, abundant hair, especially from neck to shoulders, and the parapet that has a beautiful ruff of hair. The tail also has abundant long feather-shaped hair..

    COLOR : Pure white.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross :

    • Males : 30 โ€“ 38 cm..
    • females : slightly smaller than males.


    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..

    โ€ข Upper or lower prognathism.
    โ€ข Firmly coiled tail.
    โ€ข Shyness, noisy dog.

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    โ€ข Aggressive or fearful dog.
    โ€ข Floppy ears.
    โ€ข Tail not carried over the back.

    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. Nihon Supittsu (English).
    2. Nihon Supittsu (French).
    3. Nihon Supittsu (Japan-Spitz), Japanischer Spitz (German).
    4. Nihon Supittsu (Portuguese).
    5. Nihon Supittsu (espaรฑol).

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    Swedish Vallhund
    Suecia FCI 14 - Nordic Watchdogs and Herders.

    Origin: Sweden
    Character: Cheerful and guardian
    Weight: 9 to 14 Kg
    Height: 31 to 33 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years

    Vallhund Sueco

    The Swedish Vallhund is `virtually unknown outside the Nordic countries.

    Content

    History

    The Swedish Vallhund (Vรคstgรถtaspets), known as "Viking dog", was bred to herd cattle, capturing vermin (as the rats, for example), and as a watchdog.

    The origin of the Vallhund is believed to date from ago 800 or 900 years, during the time of the vikings, and although there are theories that affirm it, race historians dismiss that there is a connection between the breed we know today as Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Despite its resemblance.

    During World War II, the race was on the verge of extinction, but with time and great care it was recovered...

    Then, in 1964, the Swedish breed standard was revised and the name Vรคstgรถtaspet (in Swedish) was officially adopted in recognition of the region the dogs come from Vรคstgรถtaland.

    In 2008, the Swedish Vallhund, the dog of Basset, the Tibetan Mastiff, and the Beauceron They competed for the first time, in the sample Westminster Kennel Club International.

    In the news, the Swedish Vallhund still known as Sweden's cattle keeper, par excellence, although it is still very rare around the world.

    Physical characteristics

    The height at the withers expected according to the standard of the Swedish Vallhund, is of 33 cm in males and 31 cm in females. A variation of 1,5 cm above or below these measures, is allowed. With regard to the weight, round between 9 to 14 kg.

    The Swedish Vallhund, It is a breed endowed with good muscles (something very important in dogs with short legs). Their fur, It should be of medium length (pulling short), and hard. The outer layer is thin and firm and the inner layer is dense and soft. The hair is short on the head and in the earlier parts of the legs, While a little longer in the neck, the chest and back of the hind legs.

    The desired colors are grey, grey-brown, reddish brown or greyish yellow with darker spots on the hairs in the back, the neck and sides of the body. The color white is allowed on a small proportion, as a narrow shining, (neckstop) or a light collar. White markings are allowed in the anterior and posterior limbs and chest. White patches that exceed more than the 30% on the colorful coat is generally considered a lack.

    Character and skills

    The Swedish Vallhund, It was created as a working dog in to the farm, but it also has a history as companion pets. This leads to it fit perfectly, in rural areas as well as life in cities.

    The Swedish Vallhund it is a great companion as a pet, but - also- It can be used for grazing. They love human attention and are very devoted to their owners.

    It's a funny dog, happy and having fun with any group game. He is a friendly dog โ€‹โ€‹with most people., but they can be wary with strangers and should be, correctly, socialized and trained from pups, Since, going to try to protect your home, as it is, without being aware of its small size.

    The Swedish Vallhund, You can compete in agility, obedience, show, flyball, follow-up, and breeding events. As well, can be measured in non-competitive grazing trials.

    Education of the "Swedish Vallhund"

    Small but mighty. This original worker is by no means a spoiled lap dog. Is persevering, courageous and energetic and can be kept well as a farm dog with a close family relationship. Children should be slightly older and used to respectful contact with dogs. Because if you disturb the Swedish Vallhund, tends to be aggressive. According to your original task, cattle grazing, loves to exercise in the fresh air and only after a corresponding load of work does he appreciate a cozy afternoon on the couch. To a balanced Swedish Vallhund likes to snuggle and play and is loyal to his two-legged pack.

    Like many northern dogs, this breed also tends to bark extensively, which should already be directed in a controlled manner in the puppy stage. But, will not be a particularly calm pet, even after successful training, so don't set your expectations too high. How a dog for a city walk may have a tendency to collide with other dogs, it is particularly sensible to attend puppy play classes and basic obedience courses with him at dog school. This strengthens their social skills and can also lay the foundation for friendships with other animals..

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    The Vallhund it is a small but powerful breed of dog, brave, alert, strong, Intelligent, friendly and healthy. They have few known health problems (genetically inherited), and are considered robust dogs, healthy and with a life expectancy around the 14 years.

    In some cases, they may face problems in the column, due to its short legs (weight distribution...).

    Food "Swedish Vallhund"

    A species-appropriate dog food with a high proportion of meat is the best foundation for the life of a healthy dog. So choose a dry or wet food that contains meat as the main ingredient., you can tell by the fact that meat tops the ingredient list. Avoid dog food that contains cereal as cheap fillers. If you choose dry food, You should also make sure that your Vallhund drink enough. In any case, fresh water must always be available to him at all times and everywhere.

    If you want to give your four-legged friend a special treatment, you can choose healthy treats such as jerky snacks especially for dogs or dental care snacks. Avoid anything that contains sugar. You can give your little companion an appetizing chew treat with dry chew items like cow ears or special dog bones for medium-sized dogs.. Avoid being overweight: If your four-legged friend gains weight, exercise more or reduce daily servings – you usually don't need a diet food.

    A "Swedish Vallhund" is recommended

    The Swedish Vallhund you are comfortable with active people who give you a task. These may include, can live as a yard dog with close contact to its two-legged pack. Here he will do an excellent job as a watchdog., but you will also need an extra workload in the form of some common activities – unless you really have the task of herding other animals.

    If you are thinking of moving in with a Swedish Vallhund, you should already have experience with dogs. Can make close friends with older children, provided they give you a place to retreat and introduce you to respectful handling of dogs. With younger children up to elementary school age and sometimes beyond, misunderstandings may arise. The former rat catcher should not live together with smaller pets and should only consider socialization with cats if the breeder's household has already socialized him with them before or if he ensures that a Swedish Vallhund adult have a lot of experience with calm cats.

    In any case, before moving, make sure all family members are on board with the new family member and that no one is allergic to animal hair. Also consider how to organize care during your vacation – the Swedish Vallhund you are welcome to be taken on a walking holiday, but remember it's still a dog that likes to bark. You should also keep this in mind with regard to your neighborhood. In any case, despite its practical size, the Swedish Vallhund still a four-legged friend who doesn't fit in well in a city apartment, but rather in a house in the country, where is it better to have a fenced garden.

    Before moving, consider the costs of the dog itself and the basic equipment, as well as the regular expenses of the appropriate food for the dog, veterinary costs, dog tax and liability insurance. Of course, unforeseen amounts may be added in relation to veterinary expenses: Inform yourself about dog health insurance in advance and consider whether such insurance is possible for your four-legged friend.

    Where can I find my "Swedish Vallhund"?

    Outside of Scandinavia there are very few examples of this breed of dog. Please, inform yourself in advance about the particularities of the puppy's entry and the necessary vaccinations. The best thing to do is search the internet for breeders who should definitely belong to a club. – Only then can you be sure that you really have a Swedish Vallhund. It also, friends of the breed should always support serious and ambitious breeding and, therefore, health maintenance, the type and character of the breed. It makes sense to contact Nordic dog clubs – they can help you contact breeders of the breed.

    These clubs are also a good place to contact if you want to offer a Swedish Vallhund adult a new home. But, depending on the region you live in, you should also watch out for adult crossings or look for alternatives, since outside of Scandinavia fortunately there are not many Swedish Vallhund that lose their homes among the already very few Walldogs. If you have an older dog, find out more about its history, because it is not uncommon for dog owners who have to shed their Swedish Vallhund underestimate him for his size and do not allow him to be trained properly. Here knowledge of dogs may be necessary to correct educational errors, but the Swedish Vallhund smart learners quickly in the right hands.

    Characteristics "Swedish Vallhund"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Swedish Vallhund" 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 "Swedish Vallhund"

    Photos:

    1 – ยซVallhund Suecoยป by https://flic.kr/p/a4mJMv
    2 – ยซVallhund Suecoยป by WestportWiki / CC BY-SA
    3 – Kiki, a Swedish Vallhund by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Kiki,_a_Swedish_Vallhund.jpg
    4 – A Swedish Vallhund doing agility by Ron Armstrong from Helena, MT, USA / CC BY
    5 – ยซVallhund Suecoยป by Matt Lemmon / CC BY-SA
    6 – ยซVallhund Suecoยป by WestportWiki / CC BY-SA

    Videos "Swedish Vallhund"

    Type and recognitions:

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

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 5 – Section 3 Nordic Watchdogs and Herders.. โ“˜
    • – AKC – Nordic Watchdogs and Herders. โ“˜
    • – CKC – Nordic Watchdogs and Herders. โ“˜
    • – โ€‹KC – Nordic Watchdogs and Herders. โ“˜
    • – NZKC – Nordic Watchdogs and Herders. โ“˜
    • – UKC – Nordic Watchdogs and Herders. โ“˜

    FCI breed standard "Swedish Vallhund"

    Origin:
    Sweden

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    29.10.2013

    Use:

    Herding dog



    General appearance:

    Petit, resistant, with short limbs. His expression denote a guard dog, alert and energetic.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: The ratio of the height at the withers to the length of the body is 2:3. The height from the lowest point of the chest to the ground should never be less than 1/3 the height at the withers.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Guardian, energetic, brave and alert.

    Head:

    Clean cut and quite long. Skull and nasal bridge parallel.

    Cranial region:

    View from the top, as much as from the sides, moderately wide and tapering evenly towards the nose.

    • Skull: almost flat.
    • Stop: Well defined

    facial region:

    • Truffle: black.
    • Snout: Viewed from the sides, it is short rather blunt and only slightly shorter than the skull..
    • Lips:Well adjusted and closed.
    • Jaws / Teeth: Strong lower jaw with a rather romine but not prominent cut. Perfect and regular scissor bite with a full denture, well-developed, even teeth.

    Eyes: Medium-sized, oval and dark brown in color.

    Ears: Medium-sized, pointy, upright. Hard cartilage from the base to the tip, movable, soft fur covered. The length of the ears should not exceed the width of the base.

    Neck:

    Long, with strong muscles and good reach.

    Body:

    • top line: Level back with good muscles.
    • Pork loin: Short, wide and strong.Rump: Wide and slightly sloping.
    • Breast : Long with good depth. Well arched ribs. Seen from the front the chest is oval, sideways, elliptic. Reaches two fifths of the previous limbs and seen sideways, the lowest point of the chest is immediately behind the back of the elbow. Sternum visible but not overly pronounced.
    • Bottom line and belly: Slightly retracted abdomen.

    Tail:

    There are two types of tail, long and all length variations in a naturally short tail. In both cases, all variations in size are allowed since there is no standard for this..

    Tips

    Strong bones.

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

    • Shoulder: Long and placed at an angle of 45 ยฐ with respect to the horizontal plane.
    • Arm: Slightly shorter than the scapulae and positioned at a visible angle. Glued to the ribs but very mobile.
    • Forearm: Seen from the front slightly tilted, enough to allow free movement against the lower chest.
    • Metacarpus: Elastic

    Previous feet: Medium size, short, oval forward facing with strong pads, knuckled up.

    LATER MEMBERS: Parallels seen from behind.

    • Thighs: Wide and well muscled.
    • Knee: Well angled.Leg:Only slightly longer than hock to ground distance.
    • The Hock joint: Well angled
    • Metatarsus: High moderate.
    • Hind feet: Medium size, short, oval forward facing with strong pads, knuckled up.

    Movement:

    Correct with good reach and thrust.

    Mantle

    Fur: Outer hair of moderate length, thick, tight and close to the body. Soft and very dense undercoat. The hair is short on the head and front of the limbs, can be longer on the neck, throat, chest and back of hind legs.

    Color: Gris, grey-brown, grayish yellow, reddish yellow or reddish brown. Lighter hairs in the same color shades as those mentioned above can be seen on the muzzle, throat, chest, abdomen, thigh, feet and hocks. Darker protective hairs can be seen on the back, neck and lateral parts of the body. Clearer markings on shoulders, Thus called harness brands and lighter brands on the cheeks are highly desirable. White is allowed in small expanses such as a small star, spot on the neck or a slight collar. White markings are allowed on the chest, forelimbs and hindquarters.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    • Males: 33 cm. (ideal height)
    • females: 31 cm. (ideal height)

    A tolerance of more than 2 cm over the 1 cm below these heights.



    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.and the dog's ability to perform its traditional task.

    • Too close to the ground.
    • Stop not well defined.
    • Pointed snout.
    • Absence of two P1 or one P2.
    • Light eyes giving a wrong expression.
    • Ear insertion too low.
    • Chest too deep or too narrow.
    • Forehead too wide.
    • Steep shoulders.
    • Forearm too short.
    • Posterior over angled.
    • Absence of harness markings or cheek markings.

    SERIOUS FAULTS:

    • Short or rounded skull.
    • Short snout.
    • Lower jaw flees, narrow or weak.
    • Bite in clamp.
    • Absence of molars (M3 is not taken into account)
    • Encarpado back.
    • Soft hair and hair separated from the body.
    • Hair too short or too long.
    • Absence of inner hair.
    • White markings that exceed 30% base color.
    • Height severely divergent from ideal height.

    FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
    • Prognatic or enognathic bite.
    • Blue eyes, one or both.
    • Hanging or semi-erect ears.
    • Long curly hair.
    • Black hair color, white, Brown liver or blue.


    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.

    The latest changes are in bold.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Swedish Cattle Dog, Swedish Shepherd, Vallhund, Vรคstgรถtaspets (English).
    2. Spitz des Wisigoths (French).
    3. Westgotenspitz, Schwedischer Schรคferspitz, Swedish Cattle Dog, Schwedischer Vallhund (German).
    4. (Portuguese).
    5. Vallhund, spitz de los visigodos, Perro de los visigodos (espaรฑol).

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    Greenland Dog
    Dinamarca FCI 274 - Nordic Sledge Dogs

    Origin: Denmark
    Character: Arrogant and independent
    Weight: 30 - 32 kg
    Height: 55 - 60 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

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    The Greenland Dog not an easy breed to control, it is necessary to thoroughly document their character.

    Content

    Characteristics "Greenland Dog"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Greenland 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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    History

    It belongs to the oldest dog breeds in the world.

    For centuries, the Greenland Dog has accompanied the Inuit in their common homeland: It is said that more than 1.000 years he came with his ancestors from Siberia to North America. In the icy expanses it still serves the inhabitants as a versatile all-rounder and has always been bred specifically for its ability to work and its robustness.. Helped in hunting seals and polar bears, as well as in dragging loads through ice and snow, even over long distances. In times of need, it also served as food for the inhabitants in the past.

    The outstanding physical abilities of the Greenland Dog they also sparked the interest of the first polar explorers, who saw him as an ideal companion for expeditions. These may include, Roald Amundsen, the most successful explorer of the Arctic and Antarctic, was also accompanied by Greenland dogs. The breed has its origin in Greenland and, therefore, is under the patronage of Denmark. Genetically, the Greenland Dog is identical to canadian eskimo dog, that is not recognized by the FCI. Today, the Greenland dog belongs to a total of four breeds of sled dogs. By his side are the Alaskan Malamute, the Samoyed and the Siberian Husky.

    Physical characteristics

    The characteristics of this dog have always been more important than its appearance. The strong build allows the Greenland Dog to drag loads through the snow for long periods of time. Size variations are possible, with males generally over 60 cm in height to the cross, females over 55 cm.. The ears are upright, triangular and slightly rounded at the tip. This sled dog wears its tail slightly curled on its back. The coat consists of a smooth undercoat and a fairly thick, smooth top coat. The fur is longer on the head, the legs and the lower part of the tail than the rest of the body. All coat colors except merle and albino are allowed. The eyes should be slightly slanted and dark – blue or different colored eyes lead to disqualification according to the standard.

    Character and skills

    From Greenland, the largest island in the world, this four-legged friend has conquered the hearts of many dog รขโ‚ฌโ€นรขโ‚ฌโ€นlovers. But, keeping a sled dog like this requires not only experience, but above all a lot of space and time to satisfy the need for movement of this robust worker.

    The character of the breed is determined by its field of application: Like Inuit sled dogs, the greenlandic dogs they are very persistent and full of energy. It also, hunting companions are brave and show a pronounced hunting instinct. Because most of them lived in the pack and rendered their faithful services to several people, do not tend to bond strongly with people , but they are basically human friendly – and therefore are not suitable as watchdogs. But, they do not usually miss the opportunity to greet friends – or strangers – loudly and cheerfully.

    Attention: The greenlandic dog may not bark much, but tends to howl a lot. He loves to live with other dogs in a pack.

    Greenland Dog Education

    Who wants to train a Greenland Dog need knowledge, experience with dogs and above all a lot of patience. A clear hierarchy is very important to the independent sled dog and will question it if the opportunity presents itself.. This applies to other dogs as well as their owners. You need a reliable consequence and a sensible education, accept your own head (stubborn) of the race. Exhausting this dog both physically and mentally is the basic requirement for a good education., as a little challenged sled dog will want to vent elsewhere, and this is probably not to the liking of its owners. It makes sense to go to puppy school with this dog, to be widely socialized with conspecifics of different sizes and breeds. If you want to train with the growing dog in a canine school, you should clarify in advance if the trainers have already had experience with the special character of sled dogs.

    Greenland Dog Health

    For centuries, robustness has been the main breeding objective of this four-legged friend, It is not surprising that the Greenland Dog be one of those breeds that have hardly any health restrictions. But, when i buy a puppy, look for parents who are free of hip dysplasia (HD) – some lines may have a slight tendency to this. As with all big dogs, the stomach can also be twisted, so it is important to take breaks after meals. Due to its origin and its fur, that adapts to icy conditions, These breeds are considered to be heat sensitive and, therefore, should not be kept in hot countries. Nor should you encourage your Greenland Dog to carry out sports activities above the 15 degrees Celsius. Your companion will feel correspondingly comfortable in the colder season. In winter, However, make sure you take proper care of the paws, as road salt can quickly lead to chapped or inflamed skin.

    Greenland dog nutrition

    One Greenland Dog in the use of sled dogs consumes enormous amounts of energy and needs an appropriately adapted diet. So, it is important to adapt the amount of food to the workload and the constitution of these dogs – information provided by manufacturers can only provide approximate guidelines. Of course, the puppy's energy requirement is not yet that high, since you should only move moderately anyway.

    Feed your puppy three to four servings of a high-quality food per day.. Regardless of the age of your puppy, meat should be the first element of the diet and therefore the main component of food. It also, cereals have no place in dog food. If your quad performs well, increase the amount of food accordingly.

    Food should be relatively high in fat and low in carbohydrates, as well as dietary fibers to supply your endurance athlete with sufficient energy. It is important that a session of physical activity is carried out with a time interval between the last meal – it is better to feed your Greenland dog three hours before training and in any case avoid too much exercise after feeding. This is the only way to minimize the risk of a life-threatening stomach twist. Of course, it is also important that fresh water is always available for your four-legged friend. On longer trips you should take adequate precautions and carry enough water with you.

    Greenland dog care

    A coarse-toothed comb is sufficient to comb the soft undercoat – this should be done regularly, especially during coat change, because the Greenland Dog misses – not only during this time – a relatively large amount of hair. If your partner has gotten dirty, usually it is enough to let the coat dry and then comb it well. Stubborn dirt should be gently rubbed off the coat with a damp cloth.. A bath is not normally necessary – if this happens, use a mild dog shampoo.

    Especially with older dogs that move less, you should check if your partner is wearing out his claws enough and if necessary help with claw scissors. They also have eye and ear cleaners and dog tick tweezers ready to use when needed.. For dental care, for example, special dog treats are suitable. Or you can use a dog toothbrush and toothpaste, which is particularly effective in fighting tartar. Many dog รขโ‚ฌโ€นรขโ‚ฌโ€นowners perform this ritual for well-groomed small teeth regularly.. But, if you are considering this, you should get your puppy used to.

    Employment for Greenland Dogs

    Properly use a Greenland Dog in other latitudes it is a demanding task for which only a minority of dog lovers have enough time and space. Ideally, sled dog training should take place with him, which in turn is only possible to a very limited extent in most countries. An alternative is training with special trainers. As well โ“˜ Canicross offers sports owners the possibility to discover nature together with their partner. This four-legged friend also likes long walks through the woods as a supplement. Always be aware of your pronounced hunting instinct. It is essential that you have it under control to be able to enjoy relaxed walks. Always pay attention to an age-appropriate load and don't overload your four-legged companion.

    Is a Greenland Dog right for me??

    The Greenland Dog is a four-legged friend for sports connoisseurs who appreciate his independence and want to do many outdoor activities with him. Under no circumstances does this sled dog from the frozen expanses of Greenland belong to an apartment or even the city – nor does it belong to the warm regions of southern Europe. If you want to live with a greenlandic dog, you should think about buying two of them at once, because dogs like to be together with conspecifics. If you live in the country, you can keep your greenlandic dogs in a pack under the open sky in a leak-proof garden with an open kennel. So the heat sensitive sled dog can look for a shady spot in the summer – this should absolutely be available.

    Of course, the Greenland Dog also happy with family connections. But, It is not the classic "one person dog". In any case, these companion animals are never primarily family or companion dogs, but rather working dogs – you should always be aware of this. If one can use your dog to his full capacity, they can live well with a family and so they are also extremely kid-friendly.

    Cats or small animals are not suitable to live with this ambitious hunter. You don't have to be a professional dog if you decide to stay with this four-legged friend, but you must already have some experience with dogs and above all do not underestimate the time required for the workload. Due to these requirements, the Greenland Dog It is a breed for connoisseurs that can meet high maintenance demands.

    Where do I find my desired Greenland dog??

    One greenlandic dog is a rarity in Central Europe. So if you want a Greenland Dog move in with you, you should contact the Nordic dog breed clubs. They can arrange contacts with Greenland dog breeders – also abroad – and advise you on the breed requirements if necessary. If you are looking for a sled dog and cannot find one in your region, should consider whether one of the other three sled dog breeds would be an alternative: the Siberian Husky are much more common in Europe. With a little distance one also comes across relatively easily with breeders of malamutes de Alaska or samoyed. But: All breeds pose great challenges to their owners.

    If you are looking for a greenlandic dog older and grown up, I should look for dogs of Nordic breeds, especially in animal shelters. Although you will most likely not find a purebred Greenlandic dog here, many Nordic dogs whose owners have underestimated their urge to move are waiting for a competent new home where they will be given enough occupancy. The most promising way to find them is to search the internet. If required, Nordic dog breed clubs can also give you tips on finding. Surely you will find a Nordic quadruped that will envelop you in a short time with its charm. Ideally, this person should not live too far from home., so that you and your potential new roommate can get to know each other before you decide to let her move in. Remember that these dogs live better with other dogs of the same species and clarify – with the breeder or the current foster home of the animal protection – how well the new dog fits in with an existing dog or if you decide to get a duo right away.

    Images "Greenland Dog"

    Photos:

    1 – Lulo is the only Greenlandic dog kept as a pet in Upernavik, Groenlandia by Slaunger, edited by Thegreenj / CC BY-SA
    2 – Greenland Dog by https://www.pikist.com/free-photo-sckxk
    3 – Greenland Dog by https://www.needpix.com/photo/836500/greenland-dog-dog
    4 – Greenland Dog by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/groenlandia-perro-de-groenlandia-1963005/
    5 – Greenland Dog by https://www.pxfuel.com/en/free-photo-xodqt
    6 – Greenland Dog by https://pixy.org/4674986/
    7 – Greenland Dog by https://www.pikrepo.com/nemmp/brown-and-white-short-coated-dog-on-green-grass-during-daytime

    Videos "Greenland Dog"

    Type and recognitions:

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

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 5 – Section 1 Nordic Sledge Dogs. โ“˜
    • – CKC – Nordic Sledge Dogs โ“˜
    • – UKC – Nordic Sledge Dogs โ“˜

    FCI breed standard "Greenland Dog"

    Origin:
    Denmark

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    03.11.2014

    Use:

    Sledge dog.



    General appearance:

    An extremely strong polar spitz, built to withstand tough sled dog work in arctic conditions. Some variation in size is allowed, assuming work ability and harmony are not affected.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: The body is short and rectangular with a ratio of the height at the withers to the length of the body of 10 to 11. Slightly longer body is allowed in females.



    Behavior / temperament:

    The predominant temperamental qualities in the Greenland Dog are energy, mental strength and great courage. He is a passionate and tireless sled dog. With people โ€“ even strangers โ€“ he is friendly; because of his work as a sled dog, is not closely linked to a specific person and is therefore not suitable as a guard dog. When hunting seals and polar bears, he demonstrates a great hunting instinct..

    Head:

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    Cranial region:
    • Skull: It is wide and slightly arched, wider between the ears.
    • Depression links (Stop): Defined, but not strongly marked.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: big and dark, corresponding to coat color, Always brown (liver) in dogs with a red or brown coat and always dark in dogs with a sable coat.May turn pink during winter (โ€œsnow noseโ€).
    • Snout: Wedge shaped, wide at the base and tapering towards the nose, but without being pointed. The nasal bridge is straight and wide from the naso-frontal depression to the nose.
    • Lips: Slim and tight, very close to the teeth very strong. Jaws/Teeth: Powerful jaws with regular teeth, healthy and strong. Scissor bite.
    • Eyes: Dark eyes are preferred, but the color according to the coat is allowed. They are implanted in a slightly oblique position, but never sunken or bulging. The expression is frank and showing courage. Eyelids are tight.
    • Ears: Rather small, triangular, with rounded tips, carried firmly erect. The ears are very mobile and expressive regarding their position.

    Neck:

    Very powerful and rather short.

    Body:

    Strong and rather compact, slightly longer than the height at the withers.

    • top line: Horizontal or falling very slightly.
    • Back: Straight.
    • Pork loin: Width.
    • Rump: slightly sagging.
    • Breast : deep and wide, but the ribs should not be barreled.
    • Belly: Following the chest line. It is allowed to be slightly retracted.

    Tail:

    High implementation, thick and bushy. Carried in a curve or in a slight curl on the back.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Seen from the front the forelimbs are perfectly straight, with powerful muscles and heavy bones.

    • Shoulder: Moderately thrown back.
    • Arm: Straight and strong, slightly longer than scapulae. Elbow: Attached to the body, but allowing free movement.
    • Forearm: Straight and strong.
    • Articulation of the carpus: Strong and flexible.
    • Metacarpus: Strong and elastic, only slightly oblique.
    • Previous feet: Rather large, powerful and rounded, with strong nails and pads.

    LATER MEMBERS: Seen from behind they are perfectly straight, very muscular, with powerful bones and moderate angulations.

    • Thighs: Powerful and very muscular.
    • Hock: Wide and strong, moderately angled. Hind feet: Same as previous feet.

    Movement:

    An efficient trot, harmonious, fluent and tireless is the most essential for a sled dog. On the track the dog should be presented on the free leash in a moderate trot to demonstrate good reach in front and good rear thrust. Seen head on when walking, the Greenland Dog does not move on a single track, but as the speed increases, the limbs gradually converge inward until the feet follow the center line.

    Mantle

    • Fur: Double layer: soft, dense undercoat and straight, rough outer coat, no curls or ripples. On the head and the limbs the hair is rather short, on the body it is longer and more generous. The coat is long at the bottom of the tail, giving it a bushy appearance.
    • Color: Any color โ€“ solid or particolor โ€“ is allowed, except albinismand dogs with merle markingsthat should be disqualified.


    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    • In males: 60 cm or more,
    • In females: 55 cm or more.


    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., and the dog's ability to perform its traditional task.

    • Light bones
    • Short members, close body of terrain.
    • Shy temperament.

    SERIOUS FAULTS:

    • Conditions that negatively affect the general well-being of the dog.
    • Long, soft coat.
    • Ears that are not held firmly erect.

    FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
    • albinism.
    • Merle brands.
    • Eyes of different colour.
    • Blue eyes or gazeos.


    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.

    The latest changes are in bold.

    TRADUCCION: Federation Canรณfila Mexicana, A.C. (Mvz Mauricio Martรญnez). Reviewed by Mr.. J. Nallem.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Kalaallit qimmiat (Qimmeq), Grรธnlandshund, Grรผnlandshund, Esquimaux Dog (English).
    2. Groenlandais (French).
    3. Grรธnlandshund (German).
    4. Gronlandshund (Portuguese).
    5. Esquimal de Groenlandia, Groenlandรฉs (espaรฑol).

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