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Silky Terrier
Australia FCI 236 . Toy Terriers

Australian Silky Terrier

The Silky Terrier not appropriate to live with other smaller pets.

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History

The Silky Terrier is a native of Australia dog, Although the types and ancestral breeds were of Great Britain. The ancestors of the Australian Silky Terrier include the Yorkshire Terrier (originating in England and Scotland before being considered) and the Aussie (descended from wire-haired Terriers brought from Britain to Australia in the 19th century 19), but the records do not indicate whether early dogs were simply Terrier Australian born with silky fur, or if there was an attempt to create a breed apart.

In accordance with the American Kennel Club, the race began at the end of the 19th century, being result of crosses between a Yorkshire Terrier and Aussie. At the beginning, the breed became known as “the sydney silk”, since it was located mainly in the city of Sydney, Australia. Although most Australian breeds are listed as working dogs, el Australian Silky Terrier, is considered to be, was raised –mainly- to be an urban pet and companion of the family, but also It is a breed known for killing snakes in Australia.

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Until 1929, the Terrier australiano, the Silky Terrier and the Yorkshire Terrier they were not clearly defined, in the same litter, three dogs could be born of breeds that over time were considered, different. According to existing information, they were separated by the appearance in different types once they raised separately.

After 1932 in Australia, miscegenation was tweaking, and in 1955 the name of the race officially became Australian Silky Terrier. The breed was recognized by the national canine Council of Australia, in 1958 in the Toy group.

During and after World War II American soldiers who had been sent to Australia, return to United States, they brought several Australian Silky Terrier. Photographs in the newspapers of the time (1954), They show the soldiers, back home wearing their pets Australian Silky Terrier, and this caused a rise in popularity to the race, and Australian Silky Terrier hundreds were imported from Australia to the United States.

The American Kennel Club He acknowledged the race as the Silky Terrier in 1959, like the United Kennel Club ((UNITED STATES)UU.) in 1965, and the Canadian Kennel Club. The breed is recognized by all major canine clubs of the English speaking world, and internationally by the International Cynological Federation as breed number 236.

Physical characteristics

The Australian Silky Terrier is a Terrier, but is usually placed in the Group of dogs Toy type, instead of the Terrier group, due to its small size. The Federation Cynologique Internationale has a special section of the Terrier group that includes only the smaller dogs, While other canine clubs, place the breed in the Toy group, but universally everyone agrees that the breed type is Terrier.

His mantle's hair is grey, Griffon's soft texture and bluish, smooth and long. It requires constant maintenance and brushing. An Australian Silky Terrier should be about 23 to 25 cm to cross and weighs between 3.6 and 8 kg, Although the steps may vary between the different federations. It should be a little bit longer than that width (about one-fifth longer than the height at the cross).

El Silky terrier australiano, small, almond-shaped eyes. according to the rules, the eyes are considered to lack. The ears are small and erect. It has a tail of high adjustment and small feet, almost like a cat. The hair should be long. The hair on the face and ears is usually cut.

This breed must have with a Barber every three weeks and their teeth should be brushed. Terriers are notorious for having tooth and gum problems..

The layer of Silky Terrier is very susceptible to tangles and mats and requires daily brushing and the hairstyle. This breed requires a deep commitment to the owners. To keep the shiny fur, regular washing is necessary. Using an avocado and oatmeal shampoo will help relieve itchy skin., characteristic dryness of this breed.

Character and skills

The breed standard describes the ideal temperament of the Australian Silky Terrier as a sharp warning and active. They love to have opportunities to run and play, but you must have a well-fenced garden. They also enjoy vigorous walks and play ball. What can be done to combat the boredom will be well received by these small.

Though in the past it was used as mouse-eared dog although currently its main function is to be a pet since it adapts without any problem to life in houses or apartments. Gets along very well with people who respect him and cared for. It can cause problems with other dogs because despite their tiny size they tend to be slightly angry. It is not appropriate to live with other small pets. Thanks that you be walking. Live an average of 15 years.

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Group 3 / Section 4 – Pet Terrier

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Australian Terrier
Australia FCI 8 . Small sized Terrier

The Australian Terrier is a lively dog, attentive, with a facial expression that denotes intelligence.

Australian Terrier

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


The Australian Terrier It is a breed of dog in the Terrier family, classified in the section 2.

Due to his appearance, He is often confused with a Yorkshire Terrier large size. Is not surprising because, this breed comes from crossing a Yorkshire Terrier and different breeds of Terrier among the Skye Terrier, Cairn Terrier, the Norwich Terrier and other Irish Terrier.

Its origin goes back in the early 19th century, when accompanied by their Terrier British families travelled to Australia, and the vicissitudes of fate led those Terriers to interbreed with the natives..., and this is how many races in the world have been born.

In the early years of its existence, the Australian Terrier was known by the name Broken-coated-Terrier or Broken-hair-buel-and-tan”.

The wording of the first breed standard, took place in the year 1896, While the official recognition of the same, It is located a little later… in 1933. Y, The latest revision of the standard dates from 1962.

Otros nombres: Terrier Australien

Group 3 / Section 2 – Small sized Terrier.

Physical characteristics

It is a long dog (in relation to your height), rustic looking, robust with short limbs and strong.

The head is elongated, It has the black truffle and scissor closing denture. It has pointed ears being erect and small and dark eyes. The tail is often be amputated.

The height of the Australian Terrier is maximum 25 cm. to the cross in males and 22,5 to 23 in females, the average weight is 4.5 to 5 Kg.

The hair is hard, straight and average length. that rustic look, precisely, Since hair is rough to the touch and out gives it.

The fur can be blue or silver, with stains of fire (or bronze) on the limbs and snout, or color sand clear or Griffon.

Puppies are born black solid color and change color in three months.

Observations

It is a very robust breed of dog, that often has a high percentage of Diabetes Mellitus.

What is Diabetes Mellitus?

Diabetes is defined as a disorder in the metabolism of the hydrates of carbon, fats and proteins caused by a deficiency of insulin, It can be absolute or relative.

Insulin is a hormone secreted in the beta cells of the pancreas, whose production allows to control blood sugar (blood glucose levels). Insulin deficiency causes a deterioration in the capacity of tissues to use nutrients, that translates into an increase of glucose in blood (Hyperglycemia).

Diabetes is classified according to the disease in humans, that is to say, as type I and type II.

The type I It is characterized by the destruction of beta cells, What determines the loss progressive and complete end of insulin secretion. Dogs suffering from Type I Diabetes Mellitus may have a sudden onset of symptoms due to the rapid loss of the ability to produce insulin.. These cases require insulinización from the time of diagnosis and are called diabetics 1,811 (DMID).

Other dogs may have a gradual loss of insulin secretion, that their beta cells will be destroyed with slow. These animals may have an initial period in which hyperglycemia is mild or easily controlled., in which case it's diabetic insulinoindependientes (DMIID), Although in the long term these dogs also need her.

Diabetes Mellitus type II is a little more difficult to understand and is characterized by what we call "insulin resistance" and by "dysfunctional" beta cells. The secretion of insulin by these cells will be high, low or normal, but not enough to overcome the resistance to it in the peripheral tissues.

It´s, to explain it in a graphic way, It is as if peripheral tissues do not obey the orders of the insulin or were not able to do what send it.

Regarding the metabolism or synthesis of glucose, These dogs may have DMID or DMIID, that is to say, whether or not to require insulin depending on the extent of insulin resistance and the functional status of the beta cells in terms of their ability to produce and secrete the hormone in low amounts, normal or high.

Dogs also recognizes a secondary diabetes, produced by a carbohydrate intolerance (glucose) due to the presence of a disease or a drug treatment that it antagonizes or counteracts the effects of insulin and can lead to the exhaustion of the beta cells of the pancreas with the appearance of diabetes insulinodependiente.

The owners of diabetic dogs should be aware that the routine in the treatment with insulin and food has to be respected. Two fixed doses of insulin per day associated with a palatable food that always provides the same source and the same amount of starch, always run at the same time it can reduce the risk of hypoglycemia in diabetic dogs.

In North America, area where the Australian Terrier is very popular, scientific research is being carried out on the incidence of this disease.

Character and skills

The breed standard describes the ideal Australian Terrier temperament as an alert spirit., «with the natural aggressiveness of a Buzzard and a Hunter of coverage«.

Taking into account the Classification of dogs according to their functional and obedience intelligence (Stanley Coren's "The Intelligence of Dogs") the Australian Terrier ranks number 34. Means that, is higher than the average, which indicates a good capacity for learning and training.

The Australian Terrier is a lively dog, attentive, with a facial expression that denotes intelligence, loyalty and faithfulness.

Sometimes it can become dominant, so a good training from an early age would be appropriate..

It is perfectly adapted to any type of housing, whether large or small (apartment, House, house with garden, etc.). It should be enough with daily brushing and a walk.

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Australian Terrier (Terrier Australia)

Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
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Federations:

  • FCI – Terriers 2 Small sized Terriers.
  • AKC – Terriers
  • ANKC – Terriers

FCI breed standard "Australian Terrier"

Origin:
Australia

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
08.10.2012

Use:

One of the smallest work terriers that was raised both as an assistant and company dog ​​in difficult times and land.



General appearance:

It is a robust dog, short limb, elongated in proportion to its height, With the strong typical character of the terriers, always alert, active and solid.
His coarse fur, without cutting, coupled with a well defined collar around the neck that extends to the sternum and its long and strong head help create the sturdy and robust appearance.



Behavior / temperament:

In its essence, he is a working terrier, But thanks to its loyalty and its balanced character it is also a company dog.

Head:

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Cranial region:
  • Skull: Plano, moderate width, full between the eyes. Covered by a soft "bun".
  • Depression links (Stop): Light, but defined.

facial region:

  • Truffle: black, moderate in size, spreading to the nose.
  • Snout: Strong and powerful, is the same length as the skull. The nose should be strong and not fall below the eyes. Muzzle length and strength are essential to empower fearsome jaws.
  • Lips: Blacks, tight and clean.
  • Jaws / Teeth: Strong and fearsome jaw. Teeth are large and evenly placed; the upper incisors fall well near and in front of the lower ones (scissor bite).

Eyes: They must be small, oval, with a cunning expression, dark brown, well separated and not prominent.

Ears: They are small, upright, pointy, well carried, moderately broad-based, without having long hair, and very attentive (except for puppies younger than 6 months).

Neck:

Good length, slightly arched, strong and falling gently on the oblique shoulders.

Body:

Length in proportion to height, of strong construction. When valuing the body, Attention should be paid to the description of the first paragraph where it is “a robust dog, of short and elongated extremities in proportion to the height ».

  • Back: level top line. Pork loin: Strong.
  • Breast : Of moderate depth and width, with well-rounded ribs. The sill is well developed, the relatively deep sternal region.

Tail:

Traditionally amputated, Both amputated and natural, it is of high implantation, well carried, but not on the back.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Seen from the front straight and parallel, good bone structure. The forelimbs are slightly feathered down to the metacarpus.

  • Metacarpus: Strong, no inclination.
  • Previous feet: Small, round, compact, well cushioned, with fingers tight and closed, moderately arched. Feet must not be twisted outwards or inwards. The nails are strong, black or dark.

LATER MEMBERS: Of moderate length, widths. Seen from behind, hind limbs must be parallel from hock to foot, without being too far apart or too close to each other.

  • Thigh: Strong and well muscled.
  • Knees: They have good angulation.
  • Hocks: Well angled, placed well under.
  • Hind feet: Small, round, compact, well cushioned, with fingers tight and closed, moderately arched. Feet must not be twisted outwards or inwards. The nails are strong, black or dark.

Movement:

Action must be free, agile, elastic and energetic. Seeing it from the front, forelimbs must move appropriately without shoulder looseness, elbows, o carpos. The hindquarters should give momentum and power, with free movement of the knees and hocks. Back views, the extremities must be parallel to the hock to the ground, without being too close or too far apart from each other.

Mantle

Fur: It consists of a rough and straight outer layer of hair of approximately 6 cm length, with a soft textured short hair undercoat. The snout, lower limbs and feet should be free of long hair.

Color:

  1. Blue, blue Steel, or dark gray blue, with intense tan markings (not sandy) on the face, ears, lower body, lower extremities and around the anus (except puppies). The more intense and defined the color is, Better Any black staining is undesirable. The bow on the head should be blue, silver or a lighter shade than the rest of it.
  2.  Light sand or red is acceptable with a lighter toned bow. Any dark staining or shading is undesirable.
  3. In any color, white spots on the chest or feet are penalized.


Size and weight:

  • Height to the cross: The desirable is approximately 25 cm., the females being a little smaller.
  • Weight: The desirable is approximately 6,5 kg for males, females being a little lighter.


Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria should be considered as fault, and the seriousness of it is considered to the degree of deviation to the standard and its impact on health and welfare of the dog.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

  • Aggressiveness or excessive shyness.
  • Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..


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

The latest amendments are in bold.

TRADUCCION: Mexican Canophilic Federation A.C.,review technique : M.A. Martínez (FCA)

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Aussie (English).
2. Terrier australien (French).
3. Aussie (German).
4. Terrier australiano (Portuguese).
5. Aussie, Terrier Australiano (español).

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Italian Greyhound
Italia FCI 200 . Short-haired Sighthounds

Galgo Italiano

The Italian Greyhound despite being an Italian breed, not widely used in your country.

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History

Of ancient origin, the Italian Greyhound He is a descendant of the small sighthounds that were present in the court of the pharaohs of ancient Egypt.

The current breed is believed to have originated in what is now Turkey and Greece.. Although it is not clear if the breed was used as a hunting dog or as a companion dog. (or maybe both), it is clear that he made a strong impression there, to the point that it is represented in many ceramic finds during archaeological excavations.

The breed spread to Italy around the 5th century BC.. Italian Greyhound Remains Found in Pompeii, city ​​buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in the year 79 a.C.

There are few traces of this dog until the Middle Ages, when he became the favorite of the nobility. Although the dog was found in most of Mediterranean Europe, was particularly successful in Italy, where its current name comes from. Once again, the artists of the time chose to pay tribute to him: This time, was immortalized in the paintings of the great masters.

Little by little he conquered northern Europe and arrived in Great Britain in the 16th century., where it soon became popular with the nobility, and was even adopted by some sovereigns. His popularity in Europe grew steadily, peaking in the 19th century, but the conflicts of the first half of the 20th century decimated their ranks.

Fortunately, had already crossed the Atlantic to the United States, to the point that the American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized the breed in 1886. Although their number was never very great, it was these American lines that contributed to the post-war revival of the breed. In fact, to reinstate their breeding programs, European breeders (and in particular those of Great Britain) They resorted to importing animals from the United States.

In 1948, the United Kennel Club (UKC) American recognized breed, followed in 1956 by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FC). Today, all the main canine associations recognize the Italian Greyhound, o IG, as it is affectionately known by Anglo fans.

Like this, is present all over the world and enjoys a certain popularity, that tends to grow. in your country of origin, each year more than 300 dogs in the Ente Nazionale della Cinofilia Italiana, versus less than 200 at the end of the years 200. In United States, ranks 70 (of 195) among the most popular breeds, according to the number of annual registrations in the AKC. In the United Kingdom, registrations are increasing considerably, going from little more than 200 per year around 2010 twice that figure alone 10 years later. The same upward trend is observed in France, where now more than 450 copies per year in the Livre des Origines Français (LOF), in front of some 200 in the decade of 1990 and principles of 2000. In the news, it is the second most popular sighthound breed in the country, far behind the Whippet.

Physical characteristics

The Italian Greyhound has, as the name reflects, the elegant and distinguished look of a miniature greyhound. In fact, It is the smallest of the sighthounds.

Her slender body is almost perfectly square, its length is equal to its height at the withers. Their slender legs, with a refined bone structure, have well-developed musculature, but not bulky. The tail, carried low in its first half and then curved up, it is also very fine.

The head is long, oblong and narrow, sitting on a long, muscular neck, with a diameter greater than that of the skull, which is flat. Its conical snout ends in a black nose, or at least dark. His big round eyes, very expressive, they are rather dark brown. His little ears, carried high, they have fine cartilage and fold in on themselves. When the dog is on the prowl, stands upright and the lobe is placed in a horizontal position, a position called "pinwheel".

The mantle of Italian Greyhound has no undercoat and consists of short hair, silky and fine that covers the whole body without fringes. The coat can be any shade of black, gray or isabela (a color between beige and yellow). There may be some white markings on the chest and feet.

Last, sexual dimorphism is very mild: males and females are roughly the same size and weight.

Size and weight

▷ Male size: 32 to 38 cm.
▷ female size: 32 to 38 cm.
▷ Male weight: 5 kg
▷ female weight: 5 kg

Character and skills

The Italian Greyhound He is very affectionate with the members of his family. He likes to spend most of his time with them., either playing, walking, lounging next to you or sneaking under the covers for the night. Can tolerate being left alone relatively well when master is working, especially if you know that you will receive affection and attention when you return. On the other hand, You are likely to suffer from separation anxiety if you have to spend a whole weekend away from your family. It is a dog that needs attention, and is able to spend hours with his master on the living room sofa, but also to follow him with curiosity throughout the house.

No matter how close he is to his family, this dog is very shy in the presence of strangers: after barking to signal its presence, runs and hides to watch from a distance how things are going.

Live very well with young people, who are excellent playmates for him: It is a recommended dog for children. But, children must have learned to behave with an animal and be aware that it is not a toy, to avoid any form of abuse. This is especially true since the miniature size of this dog, attached to their fine and brittle bones, means that accidents can happen very quickly. They should also be careful to speak to you in a calm voice., as he would soon be frightened by loud shouts of joy or exaggerated crying. In any case, regardless of race, the interaction between a dog and a young child should always take place under the supervision of an adult.

The sociability of Italian Greyhound spreads to other animals, so living with them is not usually a problem. But, if the Italian Greyhound must share a home with a larger dog, it is important to ensure that the larger dog does not see the Italian Greyhound like prey or disturb him too violently when playing together. It also, this dog likes to chase everything that moves, what could be a source of stress for a small rodent like a mouse, although it is unlikely that it will actually be attacked.

In fact, the Italian Greyhound is an active dog, who likes to run, jump and play, although, of course, this decreases as you get older. Agility is an ideal dog sport to satisfy your need for exercise. But if you don't have access to the outside, quickly find a clue among the living room furniture, that you can use, for example, to run and jump on the highest furniture. It must be said that this dog shares with cats a special fondness for high places, so it is not uncommon to find him frolicking on the kitchen table or bedroom dresser.

But, they can live well in a flat, as long as they have enough space to exercise for at least an hour a day. But, the owner should be aware that they may have cleaning problems, especially if not taken for walks often enough. Thus, it is recommended that you have access to the outdoors, where he can run and relieve himself before returning to the heat of home, in every sense. As it is difficult for him to contain himself when he feels like it, a dog hatch is ideal so that he can go to the garden independently. This also makes it easy for you to sunbathe in the garden whenever you want., since it is one of his favorite activities. But, the garden must not have gaps through which it can slip and must be fenced with a fence of at least 1,5 m high to prevent it from jumping. In any case, an underground electric fence would not be an effective device, since it is not the download received that would make it go back. In fact, his propensity to run after anything that moves means he can take off quickly as soon as he is given the chance. For the same reason, it is recommended to always carry it on a leash when walking. This is all the more true since it can reach speeds of up to 40 km/h, which makes it very difficult to catch it once it has started.

In this regard, remember that, like all sighthounds, the Italian Greyhound has a neck wider than the head, which makes the usual collars ineffective. There are special collars on the market for this type of dog, but a simple harness can also achieve the desired result.

A little manipulative, the Italian Greyhound tends to do what he wants and can easily guide a master who does not know how to teach him the family hierarchy and who allows himself to be touched by his big eyes. However, is an intelligent dog, who generally likes to please his family. They can teach you some tricks and, in general, he loves games that stimulate him both physically and mentally. In particular, does not tire of looking for a ball and loves any activity that involves searching or chasing an object.

His drive makes him capable of getting into difficult situations, especially when he is young. In fact, This reckless little guy doesn't realize how fragile he is, and many representatives of the breed end up with a broken leg after trying to jump from too high a place.

Last, has a much more powerful voice than its small size suggests. Yes indeed, not a big barker, although he does not hesitate to let himself be heard throughout the neighborhood when he perceives an unknown noise.

education

The education of Italian Greyhound should start asap, placing special emphasis on their socialization. In fact, this is important for this relatively shy dog ​​to get used to people, animals and situations you may face later in life.

Another crucial point in your education is cleanliness.. Your bladder is only as small as your size. So, even with all the goodwill in the world, can't keep it for long. So, it is important to teach him to relieve himself in an agreed place (abroad, If it is possible, or in a litter box inside) and to point out your urgent needs, to be taken into account without delay. But, no homeowner is safe from an accident one day, even with a well-trained adult dog. If this happens, of course, you should avoid punishing your dog, since nothing good will come of it.

Despite your undeniable stubbornness, the training of the Italian Greyhound shouldn't be too difficult: in fact, it is a very suitable breed as a first dog. Positive reinforcement methods are very successful with this breed, who likes to be rewarded for their efforts with treats, encouragement and caresses. On the other hand, traditional dog training techniques do not work well with this dog and are likely to amplify his natural shyness.

On the other hand, even with a good training method and a good coach, you will find it difficult to pay attention for a long time, so it is better to do several short sessions each day than one long session that will bore you and probably not be successful.

Health

The little Italian greyhound is a fairly robust breed, and many of these representatives have more than 15 years.

But, is particularly predisposed to a long list of diseases and conditions:

  • Hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia, joint problems that can make walking easier or more difficult;
  • Dislocated kneecap, that affects the ball and causes lameness;
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, hip bone deformity often mistaken for dysplasia, what can make arthritis premature if not done in time;
  • Periodontal problems, for example with bleeding gums or even tooth loss;
  • Progressive retinal atrophy, causing breakdown of eye tissue that could lead to vision loss;
  • Alopecia, total or partial hair loss;
  • cryptorchidism, when one of the testicles of a male individual does not descend into its place;
  • The Hypothyroidism, a thyroid gland disorder responsible for excessive weight gain and listless behavior;
  • Epilepsy, a disease caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain that causes seizures;
  • The glaucoma, excessive increase in pressure inside the eye, causing pain and loss of vision;
  • Vitro-retinal degeneration, characterized by deposits on the retina that resemble snowflakes;
  • The portosystemic shunt, when a vein allows blood to bypass the liver. So it no longer leaks, which causes a lot of problems. Surgery is usually prescribed, with a success rate of 85%;
  • Skin cancer, often caused by excessive sun exposure;
  • Von Willebrand disease, causing blood clotting problems.

This breed is also particularly prone to leg fractures., especially in the radius and ulna (Paws). In fact, its fine structure is not as resistant as sometimes seems to be imagined, so much so that his reckless side can often lead to an accident.

It also, this breed seems particularly sensitive to organic phosphate insecticides. So, it is necessary to carefully choose the products used inside the house and / or in the garden.

The Italian Greyhound you may also be allergic to certain anesthetics and barbiturates. This point should be discussed with the veterinarian before any operation..

Finally, with its small size and short fur, It is a canine breed that fears cold and bad weather. If you live outside the house, what is not recommended, need adequate shelter. It also, it is useful to dress him in a dog windbreaker on walks when it rains, or a sweater if the air is cold.

On the other hand, even if you particularly appreciate this, we need to make sure you don't spend too much time in the sun in the summer, because it is quite prone to skin problems. So, it is advisable to keep it in the shade, or at least put on a dog sunscreen.

Life expectancy

Of 13 to 14 years

Grooming

The Italian Greyhound it is a very easy breed to care for.

In fact, its short coat only requires a quick weekly brushing to keep it shiny. They shed very little and do not have a noticeable molting period during which molting might require more regular maintenance..

That is why they are considered a hypoallergenic breed of dog.. Having said that, remember that there is no zero risk: someone allergic to dogs should take the time to check in real conditions that there are no problems with the animal they are considering adopting. But, a dog that sheds very little, as is the case of the Italian greyhound, has an effectively reduced risk of transmitting allergens.

In any case, brushing the dog's hair once a week is usually enough to clean it: unless it has been rolled up in a sticky or smelly substance, it is usually not necessary to bathe him.

To complete this weekly session, you have to check your teeth, eyes and ears and clean them if necessary. Pay special attention to your teeth and gums to check for any inflammation that could be a sign of periodontal disease., since it is a health problem to which it is more prone than other dogs.

Last, check that its claws are not too long, and if they are, you have to cut them, as there is a risk that you will be hindered in your movements and / or hurt. But, this is not necessarily a problem with a very active dog, as natural wear and tear can take care of it.

Food

The Italian Greyhound you have no difficulty choosing your food, and commercial dog food is doing well. So that you receive all the nutrients and vitamins necessary for your good health, food must be of good quality and adapted to their size and age.

It's important to stick to the manufacturer's recommended daily amounts to make sure you don't overeat. If your dog receives treats, especially as part of their training, the corresponding caloric intake should be deducted from your daily allowance to avoid weight gain.

In general, a responsible owner who cares about keeping his dog healthy should monitor his diet and weight by weighing him regularly. If you have a slip, do not wait to correct the situation: in general, just reduce your servings and give you more exercise. If that is not the case, it is advisable to consult a veterinarian to rule out a possible health problem and establish a more appropriate diet.

On the other hand, remember that the Italian Greyhound is a naturally slimmer breed than many others: do not be alarmed by it, or try to remedy it by increasing your diet.

Price «Small Italian Greyhound»

The price of a puppy Italian Greyhound round the 1000 EUR.

But, this average price hides a rather large disparity, since the fork goes from 700 to 1.400 EUR. The difference from one subject to another is largely explained by their physical characteristics., more or less close to the norm. Lineage is important too: a puppy whose parents or other ancestors have received honors at various dog shows is bound to fetch a higher price. Sex also influences, as females tend to be slightly more expensive than males.

Characteristics "Italian Greyhound"

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

4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

friendly dog ​​ⓘ

4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

hair loss ⓘ

2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Affection level ⓘ

5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Need for exercise ⓘ

3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Social need ⓘ

3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Home ⓘ

3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Toilet ⓘ

1,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Friendly with strangers ⓘ

2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

barking ⓘ

2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Health ⓘ

3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Territorial ⓘ

4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Cat friendly ⓘ

2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Intelligence ⓘ

4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Versatility ⓘ

3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Child friendly ⓘ

4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Surveillance ⓘ

3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

joy ⓘ

4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Images "Italian Greyhound"

Photos:

1 – A male of Italian Greyhound by christina, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
2 – A female of Italian Greyhound llamada Sakura by tanakawho, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3 – Enzo, a Italian Greyhound called Enzo by madaise
4 – Italian Greyhound by Mark Robinson
5 – Italian Greyhound by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/perro-galgo-italiano-lindo-mascota-3810479/
6 – dogs of Italian Greyhound by Italian_Greyhound_Puppies.jpg: Jim or Katie McClartyderivative work: Anka Friedrich, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Videos "Italian Greyhound"


Type and recognitions:

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

Federations:

  • FCI – Group 10: Section 3: Short-haired Sighthounds
  • Standard CCC (Canadian Kennel Club / Canadian Kennel Club)
  • Ente Nazionale della Cinofilia Italiana –

FCI breed standard "Italian Greyhound"

Origin:
Italy

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
13.11.2015

Use:

Race dog



General appearance:

Long in appearance, its trunk is inscribed in a square.Despite its small size, it has all the characteristics of a miniature sighthound., the prototype of refinement and elegance. It can be described as a model of grace and distinction.



IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS : Its length is equal, or slightly less than the height at the withers. The length of the skull is equal to half the length of the head. The length of the head can reach the 40% the height at the withers.



Behavior / temperament:

Reserved, affectionate, docile.

Head:

Long and narrow in shape

Cranial region:

flat skull, with the upper axes of the skull and snout parallel.
The length of the skull is equal to half the length of the head which is slightly rounded on the sides. The suborbital region is well chiseled. The muscles of the head should not give a heavy appearance to it.. Marked eyebrow bones. The occiput is not prominent. Medium depression only slightly marked.

  • Depression links (Stop): Very little marked.

facial region:

  • Truffle: dark colored, preferably black; the nostrils are wide open.
  • Snout: Strait.
  • Lips: The edges of the lips have very dark pigmentation, the lips are thin and well contiguous on the jaw.
  • Mandible / Teeth: Elongated jaw, with the incisors well aligned in a circle, strong in relation to the size of the dog. Healthy and complete teeth, implanted at right angles in the jaws, articulated in the form of scissors.
  • Cheeks: Thin.
  • Eyes: Large rounded and expressive placed sub frontally; the eyeball is not even sunken, nor jumpy. The iris is dark in color. The edge of the eyelids has pigmentation.
  • Ears: Very high insertion, small, with thin cartilage. They are folded in on themselves and extend back over the nape of the neck and over the upper part of the neck.. When is the dog alert, the base of the ear is erect and the distal part extends laterally horizontally, as if it were a shed.

Neck:

The nape slightly arched and bulging at the base, towards the cross area. Slightly convex throat line. Length equal to that of the head. Truncated cone shaped, muscular. Thin skin without double chin.

Body:

Its length is equal to or slightly less than the height at the withers.

  • top line: Rectilinear profile, with a dorso-lumbar region slightly arched. The lumbar curvature extends harmoniously into the line of the croup.
  • Cross: Quite steep with the tops of the shoulders placed together.
  • Back: Straight, muscular.
  • Rump: Well inclined, wide and muscular.
  • Breast : Strait solid but elegantly modeled with slight arching of the ribs, deep that goes down to the elbows.
  • Bottom line and belly: Accented arch rising without being abrupt towards the belly.

Tail:

It is low insertion, she is thin, still at the base, gradually decreases to the tip. It appears downward and straight in the first half and then bends at the tip. Stretched it should reach the top of the hock. The hair is satin.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

  • General appearance: Overall good poise, with fine muscles.
  • Shoulder: little oblique, with muscles long, well developed, clearly observable and salient.
  • Forearm: With a wide scapulo-humeral angle and a direction parallel to the median plane of the body. Slightly longer than the scapula.
  • Elbows: No protrusions, or sunk.
  • Arm: Straight, refined bone structure, flat and crisp, length of this, measurement from the floor to the elbow, it barely exceeds that which goes from the elbow to the cross; very light bones; the forearm has a perfect vertical position, both head on, as in profile.
  • Metacarpus: Dried, in profile, it's a little oblique.
  • Front foot: Almost oval in shape, small, with arched and well joined fingers. Non-bulky, pigmented pads. Black or dark nails, depending on the color of the coat or foot, where white is accepted.

LATER MEMBERS:

  • General appearance: Well angled. As a whole, seen from behind, perfect poise.
  • Thigh: Long, delgado, It is not bulky; the muscles are clearly observable.
  • Leg: well oblique, with fine bones and clearly observable leg groove. Slightly longer than the thigh.
  • Metatarsus: Seen from behind it should be parallel.
  • Rear foot: Less oval than the previous one, with arched and well joined fingers; pads not bulky and well pigmented nails, as in previous members.

Movement:

Elastic, harmonious jog somewhat high covering the surface. This means that the forelimbs should be moved forward with good reach with the pasterns rising somewhat inclined.. fast gallop, with spring movements, fast.

Mantle

  • SKIN: Thin and well attached to all regions of the body, except on the elbows, where it is slightly less tense.
  • HAIR: This one is satin and fine, soft over the whole body, without the slightest trace of bangs.
  • COLOR: single color, in black, gray and elizabethan, in all possible shades. White is accepted only on the parapet and on the feet..


Size and weight:

  • Height to the cross: Males and females : of 32 to 38 cm..
  • Weight: Males and females : a maximum of 5 kg.


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..

  • Permanent amble.
  • elevated movements.
  • Movement near the ground with short steps.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES

  • Aggressive or fearful dog.
  • Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
  • Marked convergence or divergence of the craniofacial axes.
  • Total or half depigmentation of the truffle.
  • Concave or convex nasal bridge.
  • Upper or lower prognathism.
  • Eyes gazeos; total depigmentation of the edges of the eyelids.
  • Tail raised over the back; absence of tail or very short tail, whether congenital or by artificial means.
  • Multicolored fur; white hair in other places that are not indicated by the standard.
  • Size less than 32 cm or more 38 cm., both in males, as in females.

MISS PLAYOFFS (not fit to create)

  • Prognathic bite
  • Unilateral cryptorchidism


N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
The latest changes are in bold.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. (Italian: Piccolo levriero Italiano), Italian Sighthound (English).
2. Petit lévrier italien (French).
3. Italian Greyhound (German).
4. (em italiano: Piccolo levriero italiano), Piccolo levriero italiano (Portuguese).
5. Piccolo, Galgo Italiano, Lebrel italiano (español).

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Kromfohrlander
Germany FCI 192 . Kromfohrlander

Kromfohrlander

The Kromfohrlander (nicknamed countries or Krom) It is a breed of companion dog originating in Germany..

Content

History

The Kromfohrlander it is a modern breed, born of the intervention of the United States in Germany after World War II. The exact story varies. A story tells that the founding dog of the breed, Peter, was a scruffy canine mascot that was found by American troops in northern France. Your ancestry could be a mix of Grand basset griffon vendéen and Fox Terrier (wire).

Somehow, Peter parted ways with the troops, but he was rescued by a woman named Ilse Schleifenbaum. She adopted him, and in the natural course of things, Peter had an affair with Fifi, a Fox Terrier (wire) black and white. Her cubs, Shaggy y Witch, they were very similar to their father in appearance and temperament. Ilse decided that their qualities were worth reproducing and named the dogs "krom fohr." ("crooked groove"), by the local landscape.

Another version of the history of the race is that Peter traveled with the troops and they handed him over to Frau Schleifenbaum. She raised him with her own dog, described as resembling a Fawn Brittany Griffon, producing five litters bearing their father's stamp. Be that as it may, the International Cynological Federation recognized them as a distinct breed in 1955.

The first Kromfohrlander imported to the United States was Button von der Britzer Muhle in 1997. A female followed, Finca vom Kahlharz, in 1999. The United Kennel Club recognized the breed a few years earlier, in 1996, classifying it originally as Terrier, but then reassigning her to companion dog status in 2013. But, was not up 2012 when the Kromfohrlander began to be registered with the Stock Service of the American Kennel Club Foundation (AKC FSS).

Currently, in Germany, a few 200 dogs of Kromfohrländer per year are under the umbrella of the VDH. Faced with the problem of inbreeding, in 2010 the breeding association was founded ProKromfohrländer e.V., you want to systematically counteract with selective crosses and other measures. These may include, the Dansk-Svensk Gårdshund, a very similar Danish-Swedish dog breed provisionally recognized by the FCI, is being crossed to improve the breeding base. Taking into account the history of the breeding of the Kromfohrländer and the physical and psychological characteristics of both breeds of dogs, it seems that it is a good way. By the way, name Kromfohrländer comes from a valley near Siegen, that it's called Krom Fohr = Krumme Furche.

The Kromfohrländer It is one of the newer German dog breeds, practically unknown outside its borders.

Physical characteristics

The Kromfohrländer It is a breed of medium-sized companion dog. . There are two different types of hair: rough hair (Rauhaar) and smooth hair (Glatthaar). This is what the provisions of the standard say about the general appearance. The standard says about the color of the coat:

Basic color white; Light brown markings, reddish brown to very dark brown in the form of spots of different sizes or like a saddle. Black hair ends with brown undercoat are allowed. In the head: light brown spots, reddish brown to dark brown on the cheeks, above the eyes and in the ears. Largely symmetrically subdivided with white markings extending to the forehead or nape (symmetrical mask with glow).

As a result of extreme inbreeding, the dogs in practice became increasingly pale in terms of their brown tones. That is why the Fox Terrier (wire) they crossed in the decade of 1960 to enhance colors. One Kromfohrländer has manageable dimensions, matching her cheerful charisma, friendly and lively .

Weight and height

  • Male size: 38 – 46 cm.
  • female size: 38 – 46 cm.
  • Male weight: 11 – 16 kg
  • female weight: 9 – 14 kg
  • Character and skills

    The Kromfohrländer purebred is an adaptable dog, sensitive and with terrier blood.

    It is a true family dog. He follows her where he can. At the same time, has “only dog” traits. Within his town there are always one or two people to whom he is especially attached. Especially close friendships can develop here., even intimate, if your humans allow it. So the world is alright for the dog, yes and while these your faithful friends are there. He is faithfully dedicated to them. Without them he is restless and only looks towards the door, when the master or loves her finally arrive.

    With a little good education and guidance, he is a very sociable family dog, who is also very good at living with children. At the same time, he is quite reserved with strangers.

    Some bark very discreetly, others report each movement. Both on the leash and on your own turf, the Kromfohrländer sometimes tends to megalomania. This appears to be an inheritance from the Terrier. Here your caregivers must show clear leadership. Only with the development of your own personality, usually at two years, becomes more relaxed in dealing with the outside world. Another advantage of Kromfohrländer is that he barely has hunting instinct. This makes walks or hikes in nature with him very relaxing.

    Health

    The Kromfohrlander is generally healthy, with a life expectancy of 12 to 14 years.

    All dogs have the potential to developgenetic health problems, Like all people, they have the potential to inherit a particular disease. – Do not walk – from any breeder who does not offer a health guarantee to their puppies, to tell you that the race is 100 percent healthy and having no known problems or telling you that their puppies are isolated from the main body. home for health reasons. A reputable breeder will be honest and open about health problems in the breed and the incidence with which they occur in their lines..

    Health problems that can be observed in the breed include:

    • Autoimmune thyroiditis (thyroid disease)
    • Cistinuria, a genetic defect that allows the accumulation of cystine, an amino acid, in urine.
    • Epilepsy
    • keratosis, hardening of the footpad caused by an excess of a protein called keratin
    • Patellar luxation, an orthopedic condition that involves the kneecap slipping out of place

    Ask the breeder what problems they have experienced in their lines. Problems like autoimmune thyroiditis may not show up until the dog is middle-aged or older..

    Careful breeders test their breeding dogs for genetic diseases and breed only the healthiest and most attractive specimens., But sometimes Mother Nature has other ideas and a puppy develops one of these diseases despite good breeding practices. Advances in veterinary medicine mean that, in many cases, thedogsthey can still live a good life. If you are going to have a puppy, ask the breeder about the ages of the dogs in their lines and what caused their deaths.

    If a breeder tells you that they do not need to do these tests or that their dogs do not need health certifications because they have never had problems in their lines, that your dogs have been vet checked or you give any other excuse to skimp on genetic testing. dog, walk away immediately.

    Remember that after you have brought a new puppy into your home, has the power to protect you from one of the most common canine health problems: theObesity.Keep a Kromfohrländer at a proper weight is one of the easiest ways to help ensure a healthier dog for life.

    Grooming

    The coat of the Kromfohrländer can be rough or smooth, and each type of coat can vary in length. Wire-haired dogs, or rough fur, they always have beards, which makes them look pretty and scruffy. The hair is thick and rough in texture. Beneath him is a short soft cape.

    Smooth-haired dogs have feathers in their ears, chest and legs and a nice feathered tail. Your body hair can be short or long, and finishes off a short and smooth undercoat.

    The Kromfohrländer lose hair, but not in excess. People who live with dogs say that regular sweeping and vacuuming is enough to keep their fur under control.

    Fur tends to shed dirt easily, and dogs don't usually smell unless they've wallowed in something that smells bad. Bathe them when necessary. Depending on whether a Kromfohrländer spends a lot of time outdoors, as well as in your furniture, that can mean weekly, monthly or quarterly.

    The rest is basic care. Trim your nails every week or two, or when necessary. Brush teeth frequently - with a veterinarian approved pet toothpaste- for general good health and fresh breath.

    Characteristics "Kromfohrlander"

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

    2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    friendly dog ​​ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    hair loss ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Affection level ⓘ

    4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Need for exercise ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Social need ⓘ

    2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Home ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Toilet ⓘ

    2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Friendly with strangers ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    barking ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Health ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Territorial ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Cat friendly ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Intelligence ⓘ

    4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Versatility ⓘ

    2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Child friendly ⓘ

    4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Surveillance ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    joy ⓘ

    5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Images "Kromfohrlander"

    Photos:
    1 – "Kromfohrlander" by Ellarie, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    2 – One "Kromfohrlander", wirehaired subtype, lying on the grass. by Marc Runger, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    3 – "Kromfohrlander" Dog 2013 Helsinki 13-15/12/2013 by Thomas, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    4 – "Kromfohrlander" by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/perro-kromfohrländer-raza-de-perro-4417896/
    5 – "Kromfohrlander" by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/perro-kromfohrländer-otoño-4417894/
    6 – "Kromfohrlander" by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/perro-kromfohrländer-raza-de-perro-4417897/

    Videos "Kromfohrlander"

    Type and recognitions:

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

    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 9: Section 10: Kromfohrlander
    • AKCToy
    • UKC – Group 8 – Companion dog

    FCI breed standard "Kromfohrlander"

    Origin:
    Germany

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    12.10.1998

    Use:

    Toy dog.



    General appearance:

    It is medium size. There are two different varieties that are distinguished by the quality of their fur:
    - Wire-haired.
    - Short hair.

    important proportions: The length of the body is slightly greater than the height at the withers.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Home and companion dog full of brio that adapts easily; is able to learn and is reserved with strangers. His hunting instinct is small. Aggression and shyness are not desirable.

    Head:

    ----

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: Slightly rounded, no frontal prominences; front groove barely visible.
    • Depression links (Stop): Well defined.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: Medium-sized, with wide open nostrils; preferably pigmented black, although chestnut color is allowed.
    • Snout: The relationship between the length of the muzzle and that of the skull is 1:1. The upper lines of the snout and skull are parallel. Straight nose cane, moderately wide. Seen from the side and from above the muzzle tapers slightly to the tip of the nose.
    • Lips: Glued, not very thick, black pigmented, with the corner closed.
    • Jaws / Teeth: Strong jaws with a regular, full scissor bite (42 teeth according to the dental formula of dogs), That is, the upper incisors closely overlap the lower incisors and the teeth are implanted vertically in the jaws.. Ennpinza bite allowed.
    • Cheeks: Strong muscles, well glued from the lower jaw to the upper jaw and up to the cheekbones.
    • Eyes: Medium-sized, oval, placed obliquely; dark brown, although a moderately light color is allowed.
    • Ears: Set laterally and high, semi-erect with the fold not exceeding the upper line of the skull, triangular in shape with rounded tips; stuck to the head; very mobile, worn according to the mood; slightly floppy ears are acceptable.

    Neck:

    • top line: Oblique up, nape slightly arched.
    • Length: Medium.
    • Form: It is thick, with good muscles until its insertion with the back.
    • Skin: Well stuck, without jowl.


    Body:

    • top line : Somewhat longer than the height of the withers, straight.
    • Cross : Only visible.
    • Back : Robust, dorsal line straight and of medium length.
    • Pork loin : Somewhat narrower than the rib cage, well developed.
    • Rump : Slightly drooping, well muscled.
    • Breast : Moderately wide and deep. The sternum line is at the level of the elbows. Slightly arched ribs, slightly accented foreleg.
    • bottom line : Retracted towards the spine.

    Tail:

    It must not be amputated; average length, features a strong insert; saber tail, but a slightly curled tail is allowed. The hair must correspond to that of the body. At rest hangs with tip slightly bent up; in action carried in the shape of a sickle on the back.

    Tips

    Former members

    • As a whole : Seen from the front they are leaden.
    • Shoulder : With good muscles; medium long scapula, placed obliquely.
    • Arm : Very muscular, forms an angle of approximately 110° with the scapula.
    • Elbow : Naturally attached to the body, turned neither in nor out; angulation of approximately 120°.
    • Forearm : A little longer than the arm, perpendicular to the floor, robust.
    • Articulation of the carpus : Well developed, but not too thick and strong.
    • Metacarpus : Proportionally short; seen from the front in straight continuation of the forearm; seen from the side slightly oblique.
    • Previous feet : Slightly arched, with fingers close together; strong nails; well developed pads with dark pigmentation; light nails are allowed.

    Later members

    • As a whole : Viewed from behind they are straight and perpendicular.
    • Thigh : Very muscular; the hip joint forms an angle of approximately 100°.
    • Leg : Nervous, forms an angle of approximately 105° with the thigh.
    • Metatarsus : Similar to the metacarpus, No Spurs.
    • Hind feet : Similar to the previous feet.

    Movement:

    Smooth ride, balanced, with a regular displacement; with good reach from previous members; strong push from;later members. He likes to jump. No ambling step.

    Mantle

    Fur

    • Wire-haired : Bushy, rough texture, with beard. Hair no longer than 7 cm in the region of the withers and on the back; shorter on the sides, approximately 3 cm.. The hair on the back and on the front and hind limbs is harder than the hair on the sides. On the face and on the muzzle the hair is longer. The hair of the ears corresponds to that of the body. Short and soft undercoat.
    • Short-haired fur : Bushy, smooth texture, no beard.Hair no longer than 7 cm in the region of the withers and on the back; shorter on the sides, approximately 3 cm.. Hair close to the body.
      The hair of the ears, of the lower neck and chest region is longer. The tail has a plume. good fringes on the back of the front and rear limbs are desirable. On the face and on the muzzle the hair is short. Short and soft undercoat.

    Color

    • In the body : The background color is white, with spots ranging from light brown or red chestnut to dark brown; the size of the spots is variable; they can also be in the shape of a chair. If the undercoat is brown, black tips of the hairs are allowed.
    •  In the head : Light brown or red to dark brown spots on the cheeks, over the eyes and ears; largely distributed symmetrically and separated by an elongated white spot that extends continuously to the forehead or even to the nape of the neck (symmetric mask with list).


    Size and weight:

    Height at withers between 38 and 46 cm..
    Weight :

    • Males : 11 - 16 kg,
    • females : 9 - 14 kg.


    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..

    Serious misconduct:

    • Pale eyes.
    • Excessive paleness of brown spots.
    • Shaded spots without brown undercoat.
    • Lack of spots on the body.
    • Irregular spots on the head.

    ELIMINATING fAULTS :

    • Lack of character : Aggressiveness, shyness
    • Upper or lower prognathism.
    • Missing more than two molars and more than three premolars.
    • Blue eye.


    N.B.:

    The lack of an incisor on the lower or upper jaw as well as a slightly longer or shorter coat in dogs of excellent or very good judgment should not be considered a disqualification..

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Länder, Kromi (English).
    2. Kromfohrländer (French).
    3. Kromfohrländer (German).
    4. Kromfohrländer (Portuguese).
    5. Länder, Krom (español).

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    Petit Brabançon
    Bélgica FCI 82 . Petit Brabançon

    Petit Brabançon

    The Petit Brabançon It is the least known of the "Small Belgian Dogs".

    Content

    History

    The Petit Brabançon has common origins with the Griffon Bruxellois and the Griffon belge. All three breeds are descended from a small wire-haired dog, the Smousje, originally from Brussels.

    In the 19th century, crosses with him Cavalier King Charles spaniel (Ruby) and the Pug they brought the black and short fur and fixed the type.

    These alert little dogs were bred to guard carriages and keep rodents out of stables..

    Photo: Petit Brabançon by Ger Dekker, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Physical characteristics

    The Petit Brabançon is a small companion dog, Intelligent, balanced, alert, proud and robust, practically square in shape, with good bone, but also elegant in his gait and complexion, drawing attention with his almost human expression.

    Shelter:

    The Petit Brabançon has a short coat. The coat is rough, closed and bright, and does not exceed 2 cm..

    The same colors as in the Griffon belge and Griffon Bruxellois (red, black, black and tan). Has a dark mask. The gray in the mask of older dogs will not be penalized.

    Some white hair on the chest is tolerated in all three breeds, but it is not sought.

    Weight:

    of 3,5 to 6 kg.

    Character and skills

    The Petit Brabançon he is a balanced puppy, alert, proud, very attached to his master and very vigilant. neither shy nor aggressive.

    Characteristics "Petit Brabançon"

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

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    friendly dog ​​ⓘ

    5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    hair loss ⓘ

    1,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Affection level ⓘ

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    Type and recognitions:

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

    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 9: Section 3.2 Petit Brabançon
    • AKCToy
    • ANKC – Group 1 – (Toy)
    • CKC – Group 5 – (Toy)
    • ​KC – Toy
    • NZKCToy
    • UKC – Group 8 – Companion dog

    FCI breed standard "Petit Brabançon"

    Origin:
    Belgium

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    25.03.2003

    Use:

    Small guard and companion dog



    General appearance:

    small pet dog ; Intelligent, balanced, alert, haughty, robust, nearly square bodied ; with a good bone constitution, but at the same time elegant in its movements and in its construction. It draws attention for its almost human expression.
    The two Griffons have hard hair and differ in color., while the Petit Brabançon has short hair.


    important proportions

    The length of the body, from the tip of the shoulder to the tip of the buttock, should be as much as possible, equal to the height at the withers.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Balanced little dog, alert, haughty, well attached to his master, very vigilant. It is neither fearful, nor aggressive.

    Head:

    It is the most characteristic part of the body and the one that attracts the most attention.. The head is quite large compared to the body and has an almost human expression. At the Griffon the hair is hard, up and shaggy ; is longer over the eyes, over the nostril, cheeks and chin, thus forming the decoration of the head.

    Cranial region:

    Wide and round. The forehead is well bulging.

    • Depression links (Stop) : Well marked.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : black. It is at the same level of the eyes. It's wide and the windows are wide open. The tip of the nose is raised back, which seen in profile places the chin, nose and forehead on the same margin.
    • Snout : The nasal canal, including truffle, it's very short ; will not exceed 1,5 cm long. In the Petit Brabançon a correct nasal passage appears longer, since there is no ornament. A nostril that is not upturned, as well as a truffle whose upper part is located below the lower eye line, give a bad impression and constitute serious misconduct.
    • Belfos : Upper and lower lips are in close contact and tight. The upper one does not form flews and does not cover the lower one. Too loose spoils the desired expression.
    • Jaws / Teeth : The lower jaw is well curved upwards, is wide, not pointed and extends beyond the upper jaw ; the breed has lower prognathism. The six incisors of each jaw are preferably planted evenly and in a straight line, those above and below are very parallel. The mouth should be tightly closed and not even the teeth should be visible, nor the tongue. The width and protrusion of the chin are very important. Care should be taken that incisors are not missing.
    • Eyes : They are well separated, they are big and round, never prominent. Brown in color, as dark as possible. They will be bordered with black and preferably should not show the white of the eyeball. A small or oval eye, or light color, constitutes a fault.
    • Ears : Small, they are high, far enough apart. The uncut ears are semi-erect and fall to the front. Very large ears are not desirable, as well as ears that hang over the side of the head. Cropped ears are pointed and erect. Cropped ears are both accepted, like the uncut ones.

    Neck:

    Medium length ; blends harmoniously with the shoulders.

    Body:

    The length of the body is almost equal to the height at the withers. From the set it is a small square and stout dog.

    • Cross : Slightly prominent. Back : Straight, short and strong.
    • Pork loin : Short and muscular, very little raised.
    • Rump : Wide, flat, or at most very slightly inclined.
    • Breast : Large, reaches up to the elbows. The tip of the sternum is marked, which seen in profile, imparts a slightly prominent sill. The ribs are very elastic, but not barrel-shaped, not too flat.
    • Lower margin : The belly is slightly raised ; the flanks are well marked.

    Tail:

    She is tall and the dog wears her high. The docked tail is trimmed 2/3 its length. The tail that has not been cut is presented raised, with the tip towards the back, although without touching it or being curled up. A naturally short or split tail, or curled up on the back, constitutes a serious offense.

    Tips

    Former members

    Seen together they are parallel, with a good bone structure and sufficiently separated.

    • Shoulder : Angulation is normal.
    • Elbows : Well attached to the body.
    • Carpi : Strong.
    • Pies : Small, round, they do not deviate even inwards, nor out. Fingers are good together; fingers sticking together constitutes a fault. Plantar pads are thick and as dark as possible. Nails are preferably black, as pigmented as possible.
    Later members

    Seen as a whole they have a good bone structure and are well parallel. The angulations are in harmony with the forelimbs.

    • Babillas : Angled enough.
    • Hocks : well laid. Seen from the back, not closed, not open.
    • Pies : See previous members. Dewclaws are not a sought after characteristic.

    Movement:

    Powerful, parallel movement of the limbs, with a good boost from the posteriors.

    Mantle

    Fur

    Hair quality : The Griffon Bruxellois and the Griffon Belge both have a hard coat and an undercoat. Hair is naturally hard, slightly wavy, not curly, but trimmed and arranged for display. It should be long enough to allow the structure to be appreciated. Too long hair spoils the silhouette and is not what you are looking for. Silky or woolly hair is a serious offense. The Petit Brabançon he has short hair. Hair is rough, smooth and shiny ; has at most 2 cm long.

    • Head ornament : At the griffon, the ornament (beard and mustache) It starts under the nose-eye line and runs from one ear to the other., covering well the muzzle and cheeks with a very abundant hair and longer than on the rest of the body. Above the eyes, the hair should be longer than on the rest of the skull and form the eyebrows.
    Color
    • Griffon Bruxellois : Red, reddish ; a little black is tolerated on the headdress.
    • Griffon Belge : Negro, black and tan. Tan markings must be pure and uniform in color. They are presented, in the previous members, from foot to carpus, and in the hindquarters from the foot to the hock. These colors go up the inside of the limbs. They are also seen in the anterior part of the chest, cheeks, chin, on top of the eyes, on the inside of the ears, below the tail and around the anus. Black can be mixed with red-brown, which is accepted although pure black and black and tan are preferred.
    • Petit Brabançon : The same colors as the two Griffons. Has a dark mask. The gray in the mask of older dogs will not be penalized.

    In all three breeds some white hairs on the front of the chest are accepted, although this feature is not sought.



    Size and weight:

    Weight: It varies between 3,5 to 6 kg.



    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..


    disqualifying fouls:
    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.
    • Nose depigmented or other than black.
    • Constantly visible tongue, being the mouth closed.
    • Twisting of the lower jaw.
    • Upper jaw that extends beyond the lower jaw.
    • Other colors other than those provided by the standard, such as gray, blue and fire, the brown and tan and the liver color (brown).
    • Any white stain.


    N.B.:

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

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Petit Brabançon, Small Brabant Griffon (English).
    2. Petit brabançon (French).
    3. Petit brabançon (German).
    4. (em francês: petit brabançon) (Portuguese).
    5. Petit brabançon (español).

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    Lhasa Apso
    Tíbet FCI 227 - Tibetan breeds.

    Lhasa Apso

    The Lhasa Apso is an intelligent dog, but independent and stubborn.

    Content

    History

    Originally from Tibet, the Lhasa Apso He is known in his home country as "Apso Seng Kyi", which means "dog with the roar of a lion", probably in reference to its characteristic bark and its appearance quite similar to that of a miniature lion.

    DNA studies have established that it is one of the oldest domestic dogs: the first specimens would have appeared several thousand years before our era. They have also shown that it is one of the dog breeds most closely related to the wolf, although its appearance does not necessarily suggest it.

    For a long time they were mistaken for the Tibetan Terrier, until separate rules were established that facilitated their differentiation. The distinction was made mainly on the basis of size, being the Tibetan Terrier bigger and, Therefore, more of a deterrent as a guard dog.

    Considered sacred in its country of origin, It was forbidden to be sold and was raised exclusively by nobles and monks to watch over and protect palaces., Isolated Buddhist temples and monasteries in the Himalayan mountains. His job was to raise the alarm in case of intrusion or potential danger, while his cousin, the Tibetan Mastiff, put all his imposing stature to deter malicious individuals from going any further. The monks believed that when the owner of a Lhasa Apso I died and was not yet ready for Nirvana, his soul was reincarnated in the body of his animal.

    It was also customary to use it as a gift for foreign leaders. It also, only the Lhasa Apso gifts from the Dalai Lama could leave the country. They always happened in pairs, to bring luck and prosperity to the recipient. This is how the first subjects were introduced into China towards 1583, at the beginning of the Manchu dynasty.

    The international diffusion of Lhasa Apso

    It was not until the dawn of the 20th century that the Lhasa Apso came to europe, and more specifically in 1904. It was then that the first import to the UK took place., when British soldiers returning from the expedition to Tibet led by Francis Younghusband brought back representatives of the breed. But, was not up 1964 when the Kennel Club, the main canine organization in the country, officially recognized the breed.

    In France, was introduced in 1949 by Miss Violette Dupont.

    The Lhasa Apso first set foot in North America in 1933, when Thubten Gyatso (1876-1933), the XIII Dalai Lama, offered one to the explorer and naturalist Charles Suydam Cutting (1889-1972).

    It took the American Kennel Club only two years to officially recognize the breed, as he did in 1935. The other most important canine organization in the country, el United Kennel Club, waited until 1975 to do the same.

    The International Cynological Federation (FCI), that coordinates the organizations of a hundred countries, recognized the Lhasa Apso in 1969.

    Popularity

    The Lhasa Apso is now very popular and is present all over the world.

    In United States, ranks 70 (of something less than 200) in the breed ranking established by the American Kennel Club according to the number of births registered each year in the organization. This marks a certain decline compared to the first years of the 21st century., when he was rather in the position 40.

    In the United Kingdom, the breed is also in sharp decline, after having peaked. Like this, while the number of annual births registered by the Kennel Club was around 4.000 in the middle of the Decade of 2000 and exceeded 4.500 early in the decade 2010, then collapsed, to the point of dividing by three, with, Therefore, less than 1.500 annual records at the end of the decade of 2010.

    The situation is quite similar in France, where the breed reached its peak popularity in the early years 90, with more than 1.500 births in some years. But, before the dawn of the 21st century, they had already regressed below a thousand. The Lhasa Apso recovered in the second half of the decade of 2000, flirting with the numbers reached at their peak. But, fell back from 2012, and abruptly. Like this, during the decade of 2010, the number of people registered each year in the French Book of Origins (LOF) divided by two, ending the decade in less than 700.

    Physical characteristics

    The Lhasa Apso it is a small dog with a robust and harmonious appearance. His body is longer than high, and well proportioned. Its front legs are straight. The tail is set high on the back and covered by a long lock of hair.

    The skull is small and slightly rounded, with a well defined stop. The ears are soft, medium in size and covered with long hair. Very often hidden under a long fringe of hair, eyes are dark brown and oval. They have an alert expression. The snout is short, straight but not square, and ends in a black nose.

    The coat of the Lhasa Apso consists of a medium density undercoat and a long topcoat, Lisa, dense and hard. Hair covers the entire body and usually touches the ground, without ever impeding their movements.

    But, because they shed relatively little, they are often promoted as a breed of dog hypoallergenic, which makes them suitable for people with allergies to dogs. But, keep in mind that no breed is totally hypoallergenic: a person who is in this case should always try to carry out a test in real conditions for several hours before any adoption.

    In any case, the coat can be of various colors: dorado, sand, honey, dark grey, Slate, black, white or brown. It is smooth in some individuals, and particolorada (that is to say, that mixes several colors) in others.

    Last, sexual dimorphism is not very pronounced in this breed: males and females are very similar in size.

    Size and weight

    ▷ Male size: 20 – 30 cm.
    ▷ female size: 18 – 28 cm.
    ▷ Male weight: 5 – 7 kg
    ▷ female weight: 4 – 6 kg

    Character and skills

    The Lhasa Apso He is very loving and protective of his owners. But, despite the close bond he has with them, his independent nature allows him to handle loneliness without difficulty. He is not one of those who suffer from separation anxiety when his owners are absent for a few hours.

    Get along well with children old enough to have learned to interact with and respect an animal, which makes him a very good playmate. On the other hand, by not being very patient, can quickly become overwhelmed by young children who are noisy, that move a lot or that hurt you, and then he risks at any moment to react abruptly. So, it is not recommended that you live with younger children. In any case, Whatever your race, a dog should never be left alone with a young child without adult supervision.

    Probably because he loves his family and seeks to protect them, the Lhasa Apso It, on the other hand, suspicious of strangers. They do not hesitate to bark when they perceive a threat or a stranger approaching their home, and are usually perceptive enough to quickly determine if the person is a friend or foe of their family. So, he is an excellent alert dog. But, not only uses their vocalizations to raise the alarm: it is known to bark a lot, even in situations that don't justify it. This is probably due to his highly developed hearing., that allows you to hear noises and sounds inaudible to humans and even to some other races.

    Living with their little fellows usually goes well, how much have they grown up together. Otherwise, for its dominant character, it can be more complicated. Given its size, it is also better to avoid living with a large dog, since it could inadvertently hurt you, for example while playing together. There is also a risk with people who are on your walks. In fact, as he is very brave and sees himself as bigger and more powerful than he really is, does not hesitate to play with (or sometimes face) other dogs much bigger than him, not realizing that they could unintentionally hurt you during their interactions.

    Have you share your home with a representative of another species (cat, rodent, bird…) it is very possible. In fact, does not have a very pronounced predatory instinct, and he is not one of those who begins to chase the small animals that are during his walks. The only exception are those who dare to enter their territory, for example in your garden.

    The Lhasa Apso you don't need much to satisfy your need for exercise. But, half an hour a day, through two or three walks and / or play sessions, is a minimum below which you should not keep it balanced. On the other hand, if you are happy to accompany your masters on short walks, its resistance is quite limited: you don't have to count on him to walk for hours. In fact, its low level of activity makes it an ideal companion for the elderly or sedentary. However, do not neglect to exercise daily, both for their psychological and physical well-being, especially since it is a breed of dog that tends to be overweight.

    It also, the Lhasa Apso not only needs to be physically stimulated. In fact, You also have to take advantage of his curiosity and his great intelligence so that he is psychologically balanced. So, It may be convenient not only to vary the routes and activities of the walk, but also, for example, regularly teach him new tricks or let him play different dog sports such as agility, obedience or rally, that allow you to exercise both physically and mentally.

    As soon as your needs are met, easily adapts to all places in life, showing himself capable of living both in the city and in the country, in an apartment like in a house. Having said that, even if you have access to a garden, your independence does not mean you can spend most of your time there, away from their masters. In fact, to be happy and balanced, you need to be surrounded and interact with your family.

    But, it is important to note that the Lhasa Apso is independent, stubborn and not really inclined to spontaneously obey. It also, if you don't like something, does not hesitate to express his discontent. It also, matures very slowly and can remain a puppy in your head until 3 years. So, not really suitable for a person who has no experience with dogs, since it could give you too much trouble.

    Education

    The Lhasa Apso is an intelligent dog, but independent and stubborn. It also, matures slowly, to the point that some individuals remain puppies on their heads for up to three years. Obviously, this is not without consequences on their education: has difficulty concentrating and taking learning sessions seriously.

    Everything is combined so that obeying is not necessarily the most natural thing for him, not the first thing on his priority list. This is all the more true as he is dominant and does not hesitate to question the rules and test the limits.; if he perceives a flaw that allows him to do what he pleases or even occupy the role of leader, does not hesitate to exploit it.

    So, its owner must be firm from the first months and not let it get away with it, at the risk of allowing “small dog syndrome” to develop. The latter appears when the owners, too moved by the pretty and harmless looks of their young companion, do not correct -or not enough- their inappropriate behaviors (grunts, barking, aggressiveness…), like they would with a bigger dog. This is the best way to make it disobedient, aggressive, disturbed and hard to live. It also, then it is very difficult to correct the situation, once bad habits have been established.

    This is the case, for example, of the barking, since it is known to bark excessively. Do not wait to try to make him understand the circumstances in which it is useless to do so and those in which, on the other hand, is pertinent. You also have to teach him to stop when asked.

    To avoid drifts or failures in your education, It is important that each of the members of the house is involved in it and makes sure that the current regulations are respected to the letter. These rules must be established from their arrival in the family and be constant over time and from one person to another., otherwise he runs the risk of getting lost and not being able to understand what is expected of him.

    It also, either to make him assimilate the rules or to teach him various useful things, a certain regularity is necessary to obtain results, and it is better to start from your arrival in the family. Short daily sessions are great for keeping you focused on the tasks at hand, as it tends to get bored quickly. Positive reinforcement is the best training method: rewarding him with treats and stimuli is much more effective than harsh punishment.

    Last, like any dog, the socialization of Lhasa Apso should be started at an early age, during which it is more malleable and adaptable. To become a well-adjusted adult and behave correctly in all circumstances, needs to meet as many people and animals as possible during the first months of life, as well as being exposed to all kinds of situations and stimuli.

    Health

    The Lhasa Apso is generally robust and healthy. It is also not unusual for representatives of the breed to live to 20 years or more.

    It also, its Tibetan origins and its well-stocked coat (that is not alien) explain why it is particularly resistant to cold and humidity. On the other hand, is much less comfortable when mercury peaks, or even frankly in great difficulty., your flattened face implies a markedly lower than average respiratory ventilation capacity and, Therefore, a less good ability to regulate your internal temperature by panting.Particularly prone to heatstroke, it's not done, for example, to live in a Mediterranean climate.

    Although he is in good general health, It is possible that he will suffer from various more or less serious pathologies throughout his life. The health problems to which he is predisposed are:

    • the brachycephalic syndrome, Which affectssnub-nosed and star-nosed dog breeds.In fact, this morphological peculiarity predisposes the animal to various health problems, like breathing difficulties, eye diseases or digestive disorders. Surgical intervention may be considered to enlarge the animal's nostrils and thus increase its respiratory capacity;
    • the Hip Dysplasia, joint malformation whose appearance may be enhanced by a hereditary predisposition, produces pain and lameness in the hips and inevitably progresses toosteoarthritis aas the dog ages;
    • the dislocation of the patella (or dislocation of the patella), common in small dogs. It occurs when the kneecap moves in or out of the knee and can cause pain and / the cojera;
    • the herniated disc, a disease of the spine that causes pain that is increasingly difficult for the animal to face, which can therefore be aggressive when manipulated or the door. It also has more and more difficulties to move, he even ends up paralyzed.In less advanced cases, rest and medication are usually sufficient, but in others surgery is necessary;
    • inguinal hernia, manifested by the appearance of a soft, painless mass between the inner thigh and the abdomen. It mainly affects unsterilized women and is cured by surgical intervention;
    • congenital renal dysplasia, a malformation of the kidneys whose symptoms can be very varied: growth retardation, dull coat, lack of appetite, dirt … In all cases, it is a serious and incurable disease;
    • urolitiasis (or bladder stone), which is the formation of stones in the urinary tract., the dog experiences difficulty urinating or even gets dirty and / or the presence of blood in the urine. Treatment consists of surgical removal of the stone;
    • congenital hydrocephalus, a disease of the nervous system that can have many consequences: strabismus, bulging skull, stunted growth, locomotive difficulties,epileptic attacks, vision problems … Medical treatments reduce symptoms, but it is also possible to consider a surgical intervention to solve the problem at the source;
    • type B hemophilia (or Christmas disease), a blood clotting disorder that is often inherited, affects mainly males and causes heavy or prolonged bleeding, as well as the spontaneous appearance of bruises. It is a serious and incurable pathology: even if thedog transfusionsare possible during severe bleeding, usually dies young;
    • the periodontics, an irreversible inflammatory disease of the gingival tissue uncommon in all canines and particularly insmall breeds.It appears due to poor oral hygiene and causes inflammation of the gums. In the most serious cases, teeth eventually loosen and fall out at an early stage, thetreatment of periodontics isbased on desquamation and good oral hygiene When the disease is in an advanced stage, surgery is needed to remove affected teeth;
    • the infectionsof the ear, frequent inflammation indog breeds with floppy ears;
    • the dermatitis by Malassezia, a dermatological disease caused by the multiplication of the yeast called Malassezia, which usually causes redness, itching and greasing the skin of the animal;
    • the adenitis sebácea, a relatively rare skin disease destroys the sebum-producing glands, causing dry skin, total or partial hair loss and the appearance of scabs that can give off bad odors. Treatments are available to reduce the symptoms, but the disease itself is incurable;
    • allergies, either food allergies or atopy., the animal scratches repeatedly and skin lesions may appear.

    The Lhasa Apso it is also particularly prone to certain eye diseases:

    • the progressive atrophy, an incurable inherited disease characterized by degeneration of the retina, resulting in progressive loss of vision, night and then day, until the individual becomes totally blind;
    • the glaucoma, an eye disease that can be inherited. It causes degeneration of the optic nerve and retina. This painful pathology for the animal rapidly progresses to total or partial loss of sight, unless it is seen urgently;
    • dry conjunctivitis, a disease that can be inherited due to insufficient tear production, resulting in dry eye, inflammation of the eyelids, Red eyes, repeated blinking of the eyelids, presence of scabs and / or yellowish discharge. All of these symptoms obviously cause pain and discomfort to the animal. In severe cases, sores can also develop and cause ulcers that can lead to perforation or loss of the eye. This condition usually requires lifelong treatment;
    • nictitating gland prolapse (or cherry eye), an ophthalmological condition of the lacrimal gland. The most common signs are the appearance of a small red ball in the inner corner of the eye and watery eyes. It is treated with surgical intervention;
    • the entropion, which corresponds to a curl of the edge of the eyelid towards the inside of the eye and can be inherited., irritation and inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva, caused by repeated eyelash rubbing and / or hairs in fragile parts of the eye. The problem can be solved with the help of surgery;
    • corneal dystrophy, a corneal disease often inherited in origin that results in clouding of the cornea in both eyes.There are two types of dystrophies: lipid and endothelial. The former do not compromise vision and do not require special treatment. The latter, on the other hand, can cause blindness, but it is treatable by surgery;
    • distiquiasis, an eye disease characterized by abnormally implanted eyelashes which may be asymptomatic or cause irritation, itchiness, redness of the eyes or even the formation of acorneal ulcer.Different techniques are used to treat affected people;
    • It also, the Lhasa Apso has a fairly high risk of Obesity.The latter can cause or aggravate many pathologies, and therefore have a significant impact on the health of the animal.

    The list of ailments to which you are predisposed Lhasa Apso can be overwhelming at first glance, but it should be remembered that they are still rare and that most representatives of the breed spend their lives trouble-free. This is confirmed in particular by a study carried out in 2004 by the Kennel Club and the British Association of Small Animal Veterinarians: the 32% of the deaths studied were simply caused by old age (32%), way ahead of cancers (18%) and diseases, kidneys (7%).

    But, knowing that some of the diseases to which the breed is predisposed are or may be hereditary, it is important to adopt from acreatorrigorous ofLhasa Apso.In fact, in addition to guaranteeing quality socialization to the puppies, a serious breeder routinely performs genetic testing on individuals he plans to breed (or also in the offspring obtained), to prevent the transmission of a hereditary defect., must be able to present the results of the tests in question, in addition to presenting a certificate of good health established by a veterinarian as well as the detail of the vaccines administered, recorded in the puppy's health or vaccination record.

    Once the animal is adopted, We must not lose sight of the fact that it is particularly fragile throughout its growth., particularly when it comes to your bones and joints., it is strongly recommended not to force him to make excessive physical efforts during this period, since you would run the risk of injuring yourself or even developing malformations, with potentially long-lasting consequences.This is all the more true since this dog is predisposed to certain joint problems (dislocation of the patella and Hip Dysplasia).

    Finally, whatever your age and like any other race, everything Lhasa Apso must be taken at least once a year to the vet for a complete check-up, that at the same time allows you to ensure that you are kept up to date with your vaccination withdrawal.

    Life expectancy

    14 years

    Grooming

    The Lhasa Apso It is not for those who do not have time or desire to spend a lot of time caring for their dog's coat. In fact, to remove dead hair and prevent mat formation, its long coat must be brushed at least three or four times a week, with a special brush or glove. Although the molt remains moderate throughout the year, brushing should be done daily during spring and fall seasonal moult.

    If it is not maintained regularly enough, hair gets tangled, preventing the skin from breathing. This favors the proliferation of bacteria and the skin problems that they can cause. It also, it is very painful for the animal - even impossible- detangle the hairs with a simple brush, and then it is usually necessary to go through a professional hairdresser.

    It also, as the length of its fur makes it often touch the ground, tends to easily accumulate dirt and give off bad odors. So, it is necessary to wash it with a shampoo adapted to dogs, once every one or two months. But, you should not wash your dog more than this, as this will remove the sebum that protects you from skin problems. When you bathe, you must be careful not to get the inside of your dog's ears wet, since they are especially sensitive. It is also recommended to clean the dog's coat directly after bathing rather than letting it air dry, since this could reduce its beauty and shine.

    To avoid the task of untangling, or to be needed less often, many owners of Lhasa Apso choose to keep their pet's hair short. Whether they do it themselves or use the services of a professional dog groomer, the coat should be trimmed with scissors or trimmed every two months to keep the coat clean.

    But, even if the fur stays long, a small cut is necessary every one or two months to prevent the animal from being hindered when moving and to reduce the risk of infection caused by small plants or spikelets that get stuck in the fur.

    The hanging ears of the Lhasa Apso they also require special attention. In effect, this morphological particularity means that moisture and dirt can easily accumulate there, and be the source of infections such as otitis. So, you have to inspect them and, if required, clean them once a week, and dry them every time they have been in contact with water or have spent a long time in a humid place.

    The weekly maintenance of your ears is also the occasion to check your eyes and clean their contour, to reduce the risk of infections.

    You can also take the opportunity to brush your dog's teeth, making sure to use a toothpaste specially designed for dogs. This will help prevent tartar buildup., which can cause bad breath and, above all, the appearance of oral diseases such as periodontal disease, which is very common in Lhasa Apso and it can have serious consequences on your health. Knowing this, the ideal is to brush several times a week, or even every day.

    Looking at its claws, natural wear and tear is usually enough to file them. But, when the animal becomes older and / or less active, they can get too long and bother you, or even injuring you. In this case, they need to be trimmed with a claw trimmer or special file.

    Whether the fur, the ears, the eyes, teeth or claws, maintaining a Lhasa Apso should not be done randomly. It is useful to learn them the first time with a vet or groomer if in doubt, to know the good techniques and to be able to act effectively and safely, without hurting or harming your pet. It also, how many hairdressing sessions will be throughout your life, It is convenient that the dog grooming sessions run as smoothly as possible: getting used to it since childhood is an excellent way to achieve it.

    Food

    Like any dog, the diet of Lhasa Apso must suit your age, your level of physical activity and your health status. It is recommended to opt for high quality croquettes or industrial patés, to provide you with all the nutritional inputs you need on a daily basis.

    In any case, its small size should not lead one to believe that it can be fed with food intended for cats. In fact, the two species do not have the same nutritional needs, and he would suffer both deficiencies of some nutrients and excesses of others.

    In this case, it is even more important to be attentive, since this breed has a predisposition to being overweight. This is even more true in the case of a neutered individual, because the risk of obesity is then more important. Dividing your daily allowance into at least two meals is a good way to keep you from crying out throughout the day., since he knows that a second meal awaits him a little later. It is also better to avoid abusing the treats, although they can obviously be very effective in educating you. A good habit may be to systematically deduct your caloric intake from your daily allowance., In addition to, of course, opt for low-calorie products.

    At the same time, weighing the dog once or twice a month makes it possible to quickly detect any deviations. If this is confirmed or even accentuated in the following measurements, it is advisable to take the dog to the vet, since only he can determine the cause of the problem and remedy it. In fact, your diet and activity level are not always the cause: weight gain may be due to illness or a reaction to treatment, for example.

    Last, like any dog, the Lhasa Apso must have water available throughout the day, regularly renewed so that it is always fresh.

    Utility

    Until the 20th century, the Lhasa Apso It was used by Tibetan monks and nobles to guard and protect palaces, Buddhist temples and monasteries. His extremely fine hearing allowed him to alert quickly in case of danger.

    In fact, even today, its courage and protective nature allow it to stand out as a warning dog.

    But, now we find it used mainly as a companion animal. In fact, his affectionate and cheerful character makes him an endearing companion. If we add their low need for exercise, we will understand that it easily finds its place in many homes and places in life. This is especially true because they shed less hair and produce less dandruff than many other breeds., making them a great potential choice for someone with a dog allergy. Having said that, since there can be big differences from one individual to another and no dog is totally hypoallergenic, real-life testing is always essential by spending several hours with the animal you are considering adopting.

    Its small size, its long coat and elegance also make the Lhasa Apso a regular at dog shows. However, Any owner who considers entering their dog in beauty contests must have a lot of time and a marked interest in hairdressing., since then a daily brushing and several hours of maintenance a week is necessary to maintain a well-groomed coat and address these events in the best conditions.

    His kindness and sweetness also make him a very good hospital therapy dog, nursing homes and nursing homes.

    Last, their intelligence and liveliness can be put to the test in various dog sports such as agility, obedience or rally.

    Price

    The price of a puppy Lhasa Apsoor ranges between 500 and 1.500 EUR, being the average of about 900 EUR, without great differences between males and females.

    whatever the country, the significant price differences between the specimens are generally explained by the greater or lesser conformity of the animal with the breed standard, as well as the prestige of the breeding and the lineage from which it comes.


    Breeders of the breed "Lhasa Apso"

    Sorgiña-Meiga – Contact: sorginameiga@hotmail.com – Telephone: 696 214 610 / 629 088 980

    AQUANATURA – C/ Roger de Flor nº 45-51 – 08013 – Email: aquanatura@aquanatura.es -Tel : 933 095 977 – 933 152 057 / 933 103 463 – 932 691 020 – No. Zoo Center: B2501193 – Barcelona

    Characteristics "Lhasa Apso"

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

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    Health ⓘ

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    Territorial ⓘ

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    joy ⓘ

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    Images "Lhasa Apso"

    Photos:

    1 – A dog Lhasa Apso, With white hair she is two years old, her name is Yuna by Yuna89bcn, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    2 – Lhasa Apso female with 6 meses by Lcfrederico, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    3 – «The Apso» by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Lhasa_Apso_Puppy_Clip.jpg
    4 – «The Apso» by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Lhasa_Apso,_aged_16_months.jpg
    5 – «The Apso» by Flickr user lisaschaos . Photo uploaded to commons by user ltshears, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    6 – «The Apso» by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Skoda_new_064.jpg

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    Lhasa Apsos | Breed Judging 2023

    Type and recognitions:

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

    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 9: Section 5: Tibetan breeds
    • AKCToy
    • ANKC – (Toy)
    • CKC – Group 5 – (Toy)
    • ​KC – Toy
    • NZKCToy
    • UKC – Group 8 – Companion dog

    FCI breed standard "Lhasa Apso"

    Origin:
    China

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    18.03.2015

    Use:

    Companion dog.



    General appearance:

    It is a well balanced dog, vigorous and with a thick coat.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Cheerful and self-confident character. Alert, balanced yet cautious towards strangers.

    Head:

    The head should be covered with abundant long hair that falls over the eyes.; must have a well-developed beard and mustaches.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: Moderately narrow, that sinks behind the eyes; must not be completely flattened, domed, or apple-shaped.
    • Depression links (stop): Medium.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: black.
    • Snout: It should measure almost 4 cm and must not be square; the length of the muzzle from the tip of the nose is approximately one third of the total length of the head, between the truffle and the occiput.
    • Nose cane: Straight.
    • Jaws/Teeth: The upper incisors close just behind the lower, that is to say, its bite is reverse to the scissor bite. The incisors should be set in as wide and straight a line as possible.. Full denture is desirable.
    • Eyes: Dark in color and medium in size, placed forward and oval in shape; they should not be large and bulging, nor small and sunken. They must not show the white color of the balloon at the top or bottom.
    • Ears: Hanging and covered with abundant fringes.

    Neck:

    Strong and well arched.

    Body:

    Its length from the point of the shoulders to the point of the buttock must be greater than its height to the region of the withers.

    • Back: level top line.
    • Pork loin: Strong.
    • Chest: Ribs extending well back.

    Tail:

    High insertion, well carried on the back, but not fit "pot handle". Often bent near the tip. Covered with abundant fringes.

    Tips

    Former members

    Straight and covered with abundant hair.

    • Shoulder: Well inclined backwards.

    Later members

    Well developed and muscular. With good angle. Well endowed with abundant hair.

    • Hocks: Viewed from behind, they should look parallel and not too close together..

    Pies

    Round, like the cat, with solid foot pads. They must be covered in hair.

    Movement:

    Light and agile.

    Mantle

    Fur

    The hair of the outer coat must be long, abundant, straight, hard textured; should not be woolly or silky. Must have a moderate layer of undercoat.

    Color

    Dorado, sand, honey, dark grey, Slate, smoke, multicolor, black, white or brown. All of these colors are equally acceptable.



    Size and weight:

    The ideal height for males is 25,4 cm.; females are slightly smaller.



    Fouls:

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

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities should be disqualified..


    disqualifying fouls:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    •  Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.


    N.B.:

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

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Lhasa, Lion Dog (English).
    2. Apso Seng Kyi (French).
    3. Lhasaterrier, Löwenhund (German).
    4. Nome original 拉薩犬 (Portuguese).
    5. Perro león/span> (español).

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    Tibetan spaniel
    Tíbet FCI 231 . Tibetan breeds.

    Tibetan spaniel

    The Tibetan spaniel it is an awake and very active dog that is very close to its owner.

    Content

    History

    The Tibetan spaniel is a breed native to the mountainous regions of Tibet, as the name reflects. The ancestors of the Tibetan Spaniel are believed to have appeared two millennia ago, along with the Lhasa Apso, the Shih Tzu and the Pekingese, among others. This dog has long accompanied Buddhist monks in their temples, warning their masters and their companions (mainly to Tibetan Mastiff – Do-Khy) from the slightest intrusion.

    Even though it's called spaniel, has neither the qualities nor the heritage of a hunting dog. It has always been used as a companion and alert dog.. The first representatives of the breed to be brought to England arrived there at the end of the 19th century.. In United States, the Tibetan spaniel began to be adopted during the decade of 1960 and the national club dedicated to the breed was founded in 1971. 13 years later, earned recognition from the American Kennel Club. In the meantime, the 22 in August of 1961, the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) granted the breed its own ultimate status.

    Photo: Tibetan spaniel by gomagotiFlickr

    Physical characteristics

    ▷ Fur: silky, glued, smooth, average length, shorter on the face and in the front of the legs. The fringes are present on the back of the front legs. Hair and mane are less dense in females.
    ▷ Color: all colors are allowed, shades and combinations.
    ▷ Head: Small in relation to the body, proud port. The skull is slightly domed, medium width and length. The stop is light but it's marked.
    ▷ Ears: Medium-sized, high insertion, well feathered and hanging.
    ▷ Eyes: oval, dark brown, medium-sized, placed far apart, forward facing, showing an expressive and lively look.
    ▷ Body: rectangular, slightly longer than the height of the withers. The neck is moderately short, strong, covered with a mane (more pronounced in males than females). The loin is straight and the ribs are well sprung.
    ▷ The tail it is high insertion, happily held, forming a loop on the back when the dog is in action and provided with abundant hair.

    Size and weight

    ▷ Male size: 25 – 26 cm.
    ▷ female size: 22 – 24 cm.
    ▷ Male weight: 4 – 7 kg
    ▷ female weight: 4 – 7 kg

    Character and skills

    The Tibetan spaniel is an alert and active little dog that shows great intelligence. Your education is very easy. Loyal to his family and close to his masters, it is a dog that nevertheless needs independence.

    Accumulate many qualities such as affection, the softness, the sensibility. It is a dog very devoted to his family and that adapts as well to a family with children as to a single person or older. It is not an aggressive dog, but be wary of people you don't know, which makes him a very good alert and guard dog because he is full of security.

    The Tibetan spaniel is an indoor dog that fits perfectly into an urban lifestyle, In an apartment. The possibility of enjoying a fenced garden also suits you, but you should always be able to benefit from a shelter from bad weather.

    Education

    The Tibetan spaniel it is a social race that needs regular contact with its humans. They do not respond well when left alone for long periods of time. Having been developed as a companion dog by Tibetan monks, are emotional and empathic with the needs of their owners.

    It is important to socialize him Tibetan spaniel at a young age with a variety of people and situations. They are protectors of their family. Even after socializing, they tend to be distant with strangers. If you are scared or uncomfortable, a Tibetan spaniel will express mistrust with loud alarm barks.

    Although it is not a particularly athletic dog, he needs daily walks for his physical balance, psychological and emotional.

    Health

    The Tibetan spaniel it is a strong and healthy dog. But, the breed is prone to a number of diseases, such as the risk of patella luxation, generalized retinal atrophy, urinary stones and persistent pupillary membrane.

    Grooming

    The Tibetan spaniel It is subject to 2 seasonal moults per year. During these, you are likely to lose hair extensively. Apart from the changes, its maintenance is still undemanding, but it should be done regularly.

    It is recommended to brush the dog once a week outside the shedding periods and daily during them.. Special attention must be paid to the hygiene of the inside of their hanging ears to avoid possible infections. You can give it a bath every 3 or 4 months approximately, but it is not necessary to shear it.

    Food

    The Tibetan spaniel does not need a special diet. Not a very greedy dog. Like all dogs, a good quality diet is advised, adapted to his age, to your state of health and your physical exercise to keep you in good health.

    Price of Tibetan spaniel

    The price of a puppy Tibetan spaniel it will depend on the sex, the pedigree of the parents, compliance with breed standards, etc.

    ▷ Price of a Tibetan spaniel male: of 550 to 1200 EUR.
    ▷ Price of a female Tibetan spaniel : 600 to 1200 EUR.

    breeders of the Tibetan spaniel

    Characteristics "Tibetan spaniel"

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

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    friendly dog ​​ⓘ

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    hair loss ⓘ

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    Affection level ⓘ

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    Need for exercise ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Social need ⓘ

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    Home ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Toilet ⓘ

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    Friendly with strangers ⓘ

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    barking ⓘ

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    Health ⓘ

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    Territorial ⓘ

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    Cat friendly ⓘ

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    Intelligence ⓘ

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    Versatility ⓘ

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    Child friendly ⓘ

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    Surveillance ⓘ

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    joy ⓘ

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    Images "Tibetan spaniel"

    Photos:

    1 – Tibetan spaniel by Angelica, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    2 – Close up view of a Tibetan spaniel by Docter Nick, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    3 – Buddy, Tibetan spaniel particolor of two years by Ladykransteer, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
    4 – Tibetan spaniel by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/tibetano-spaniel-cachorro-perro-5214218/
    5 – Tibetan spaniel by Daimen.Richards, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    6 – Tibetan spaniel relajado by DillyFan503, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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    Type and recognitions:

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

    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 9: Section 5: Tibetan breeds
    • AKCToy
    • ANKC – (Toy)
    • CKC – Group 5 – (Toy)
    • ​KC – Toy
    • NZKCToy
    • UKC – Group 8 – Companion dog

    FCI breed standard "Tibetan spaniel"

    Origin:
    Tibet, China

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    18.03.2015

    Use:

    Companion dog



    General appearance:

    It is small, active and vigilant. Well balanced in its overall profile; the body is slightly longer than its height measured at the withers.



    Behavior / temperament:

    It is joyful, very intelligent and behaves with determination. It is reserved with strangers, vigilant, fair, but independent.

    Head:

    It is small in proportion to the body; wears it proudly. His expression is masculine, but without showing coarseness.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull : It is slightly domed, of moderate length and width.
    • Stop : Slightly marked, but defined.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : Preferably black.
    • Snout : Of average length, romo, padded, but without wrinkles. The chin shows some depth and width.
    • Jaws / Teeth : Shows a mild undershot. Regularly arranged teeth; and the lower jaw is wide between the canines. Full dentition is desirable. The teeth and tongue should not be visible while the mouth is closed.
    • Eyes : dark brown, oval, bright and expressive. Medium-sized, rather separated, but with the gaze directed towards the front. Black pigmented eyelid edges.
    • Ears : Medium-sized, pendants, with good pen in adults; quite high insertion. It is desirable that they are slightly separated from the head, but not floating. Large ears are atypical, heavy and low insertion.

    Neck:

    Medium short, strong and well set on the shoulders. Covered with a mane o "chal" (scarf) longer hair, which is more noticeable in males than in females.

    Body:

    Slightly longer from withers to root of tail, that the height measured up to the withers.

    • Back : Straight.
    • Ribs : Well arched.

    Tail:

    High insertion, covered with abundant hair in the shape of feathers and carried happily curled on the back during movement. (It should not be penalized if the tail hangs down while the dog is at rest.).

    Tips

    Former members

    Medium structure bone. Slightly curved forelimbs, but firm on the shoulders.

    • Shoulder : Well oblique.

    Later members

    Strong and well formed.

    • Knee : Moderate angulation.
    • Hocks : Placed well down; viewed from behind should be straight.

    Pies

    Feet shape "hare". Small and well-formed with fringes of hair between the toes that often extend over the feet. Round feet are undesirable, like cat.

    Movement:

    Fast movement, straight, free and energetic.

    Mantle

    Fur

    The outer layer is silky in texture, cuts on the face and on the front of the limbs, of moderate length on the body, rather tight and smooth. The undercoat is thin and dense. The ears and the back of the forelimbs have good stripes; the tail and thighs are well adorned with longer hair. The coat should not be overly developed. Females have less developed coat and mane than males.

    Color

    All colors and their combinations are admitted.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross

    Approximate size of 25,4 cm. (10 inches).

    Weight

    Ideal weight of 4,1 to 6,8 kg (9 – 15 English pounds).



    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered a fault and the severity of it is considered to the extent of the deviation from the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..
    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities should be disqualified..

    disqualifying fouls:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.


    N.B.:

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

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Tibbie (English).
    2. Du Tibet, Epagneul du Tibet (French).
    3. Tibetan Spaniel (German).
    4. Tibbie (Portuguese).
    5. Tibbie (español).

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    Pekingese
    China Inglaterra FCI 207 . Japan Chin and Pekingese

    Pekinés

    The Pekingese She loves being the center of attention and will ask to be integrated in all family activities.

    Content

    History

    The Pekingese or Pequinés It is a breed of companion dog, developed in China. This small breed of dog is a native of the East Asian area, and is considered a departure from the mythical shaggy dogs of Tibet. Referral after referral, known in Korean prints first official documentation of ago 4.000 years, and others from the 8th century immersed in the Imperial Court of China, in the middle of H'ang Dynasty.

    For the Empire, this animal arose in a mythological era, and here is a small paragraph about this origin: “-Lovely in love with a little monkey, the Lion King sought permission to marry her God magician Hai Ho. -If you are willing to sacrifice your strength and your size, I give my consent, It was the answer of the god.

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