Saturday, September 21, 2013
Types and temperament of english cream golden retriever
Types and temperament of english cream golden retriever :-
The Golden Retriever is a large-sized breed of
dog. They were bred as gundogs to retrieve shot waterfowl such as ducks and
upland game birds during hunting and shooting parties, and were named retriever
because of their ability to retrieve shot game undamaged. Golden Retrievers
have an instinctive love of water, and are easy to train to basic or advanced
obedience standards. They are a long-coated breed, with a dense inner coat that
provides them with adequate warmth in the outdoors, and an outer coat that lies
flat against their bodies and repels water. Golden Retrievers are well suited
to residency in suburban or country environments. Although they need
substantial outdoor exercise, they should be housed in a fenced area because of
their instinctual tendency to roam. The dog sheds copiously, particularly at
the change of seasons, and requires fairly regular grooming.
The breed
is a prominent participant in conformation shows for purebred dogs. The Golden
Retrievers' intelligence makes it a versatile breed and allows it to fill a
variety of roles – common ones being guide dog for the blind, hearing dog for
the deaf, hunting dog, detection dog, and search and rescue participant. The
breed's friendly, gentle temperament means it is unsuited to being a
professional guard dog, but its temperament has also made it the third most
popular family dog breed (by registration) in the United States, the fifth most
popular in Australia, and the eighth most popular in the United Kingdom. Golden
Retrievers are rarely choosy eaters, but require ample exercise (of two or more
hours a day). The breed is fond of play but also highly trainable; Augie, a
Golden Retriever from Texas, holds the world record for the most tennis balls
held in the mouth by a dog.
The
Golden Retriever is a large, strongly-built breed with a dense water-repellant
wavy coat. As a dog with origins in pedigree breeding, and due to its
widespread historical popularity, some regional variations have emerged in the
breed; therefore, there are three sub-types of the Golden Retriever that
reflect the typical variations in dimensions and coat. However, all Golden
Retrievers are blonde, yellow, or gold in colour and all sub-types are susceptible
to the same health problems.
There are three types of Golden Retriever which
are British type, American type and Canadian type
TEMPERAMENT OF GOLDEN RETRIEVER:-
The temperament of the Golden Retriever is a
hallmark of the breed, and is described in the standard as "kindly,
friendly and confident". Golden Retrievers make good family pets,
particularly as they are patient with children. They are not "one man
dogs" and are generally equally amiable with both strangers and those
familiar to them. Their trusting, gentle disposition makes them a poor guard
dog. Any form of unprovoked aggression or hostility towards either people, dogs
or other animals, whether in the show ring or community, is considered
unacceptable in a Golden Retriever and is not in keeping with the character of
the breed. Nor should a Golden Retriever be unduly timid or nervous. The
typical Golden Retriever is calm, naturally intelligent and biddable, and with
an exceptional eagerness to please.
Golden Retrievers are also noted for their
intelligence. The breed ranks fourth in Stanley Coren's The Intelligence of
Dogs – following the Border Collie, Poodle, and German Shepherd – as one of the
brightest dogs ranked by obedience-command trainability.
Typical Golden Retrievers are active and
fun-loving animals with the exceptionally patient demeanour befitting a dog
bred to sit quietly for hours in a hunting blind. Adult Goldens love to work,
and have a keen ability to focus on a given task. They will work until they
collapse, so care should be taken to avoid overworking them.
Other characteristics related to their hunting
heritage are a size suited for scrambling in and out of boats and an inordinate
love for water. Golden Retrievers are exceptionally trainable—due to their
intelligence, athleticism and desire to please their handlers—and excel in
obedience trials. They are also very competitive in agility and other
performance events. Harsh training methods are unnecessary, as Golden Retrievers
often respond very well to positive and upbeat training styles.
Golden Retrievers are compatible with other dogs,
cats and most livestock. They are particularly valued for their high level of
sociability towards people, calmness, and willingness to learn. Because of
this, they are commonly used as guide dogs, mobility assistance dogs, and
search and rescue dogs.
They are also known to become excellent surrogate
mothers to different species Kittens and even tiger cubs from zoos are well
taken care of by them. In some cases, a retriever may produce milk for her
adopted young, though she may not have been pregnant or nursing recently.Source link
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Friday, September 6, 2013
Information about cute Border Collie
Information about cute Border Collie dog :-
Border Collies require considerable daily physical exercise and mental
stimulation.The Border Collie is an intelligent breed in fact, it is widely
considered to be one of the most intelligent dog breeds. Although the primary
role of the Border Collie is that of the working stock dog, dogs of this breed
are becoming increasingly popular as pets.
True to their working heritage, Border Collies make very demanding,
energetic pets that are better off in households that can provide them with
plenty of play and exercise with humans or other dogs. Due to their demanding
personalities and need for mental stimulation and exercise, many border collies
develop neurotic behaviors in households that are not able to provide for their
needs. They are infamous for chewing holes in walls, biting and chewing on
furniture such as chairs and table legs and digging holes out of boredom. As a
result, an alarming number of Border Collies end up in shelters and rescues
every year. One of the prime reasons for getting rid of a Border Collie is
their unsuitability for families with small children, cats, and other dogs, due
to their intense desire to herd; this was bred into them for hundreds of years
and still one of their chief uses outside the household
The natural life span of the Border Collie is between 10 and 17 years,
with an average lifespan of twelve years. The median longevities of breeds of
similar size are usually 12 to 13 years.
Leading causes of death were cancer (23.6%), old age (17.9%) and
cerebral vascular afflictions (9.4%).
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Temperament of lovely French bulldog
The temperament of French Bulldog is Lively, Easygoing, Bright, Alert, Patient, Keen, Affectionate, Sociable, Playful and Athletic. They are found in different colors such as Fawn, White, Brindle & White, Cream, Black Brindle, Tan and Brindle. The origin of French Bull dog England and France.
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Temperament and Behavior of world expensive dog Tibetan Mastiff
Temperament and Behavior of world expensive dog Tibetan Mastiff :-
As a flock
guardian dog in Tibet and in the West, it is tenacious in its ability to
confront predators the size of wolves and leopards. As a socialized, more
domestic dog, it can thrive in a spacious, fenced yard with a canine companion,
but it is generally not an appropriate dog for apartment living. The
Western-bred dogs are generally more easy-going, although somewhat aloof with
strangers coming to the home. Through hundreds of years of selective breeding
for a protective flock and family guardian, the breed has been prized for being
a nocturnal sentry, keeping would-be predators and intruders at bay, barking at
sounds throughout the night. Leaving a Tibetan Mastiff outside all night with
neighbors nearby is not recommended. They often sleep during the day to be more
active, alert and aware at night.
Like all flock
guardian breeds, they are intelligent and stubborn to a fault, so obedience
training is recommended (although only mildly successful with some individuals)
since this is a strong-willed, powerful breed. Unless they are to be used
exclusively as livestock guardians, socialization is also critical with this
breed because of their reserved nature with strangers and guardian instincts.
They are excellent family dogs—for the right family. Owners must understand
canine psychology and be willing and able to assume the primary leadership
position. Lack of consistent, rational discipline can result in the creation of
dangerous, unpredictable dogs (although this is true of virtually every dog
breed). The protectiveness of Tibetan Mastiffs requires alertness and planning
by the owner in order to avoid mishaps when the dog is simply performing as a
guardian. The breed is not recommended for novice dog owners.
Appearance of world most expensive dog Tibetan Mastiff
Currently,
some breeders differentiate between two "types" of Tibetan Mastiff,
the Do-khyi and the Tsang-khyi. The Tsang-khyi (which, to a Tibetan, means only
"dog from Tsang") is also referred to as the "monastery"
type, described as generally taller, heavier, and more heavily boned, with more
facial wrinkling and haw than the Do-khyi or "nomad" type. Both types
are often produced in the same litter with the larger, heavier pups being more
rare.
Males can
reach heights up to 32 inches (81.28 cm) at the withers, although the standard
for the breed is typically in the 25- to 28-inch (61- to 72-cm) range. Dogs
bred in the West weigh between 105 lb (47.6272 kg) and 180 lb (82 kg)—although
dogs in the upper range are often overweight. The enormous dogs being produced
in some Western and some Chinese kennels would have "cost" too much
to keep fed to have been useful to nomads; and their questionable structure
would have made them less useful as livestock or property guardians.
The Tibetan
Mastiff is considered a primitive breed. It typically retains the hardiness
which would be required for it to survive in Tibet and the high-altitude
Himalayan range, including the northern part of Nepal, India and Bhutan.
Instinctive behaviors including canine pack behavior contributed to the
survival of the breed in harsh environments. It is one of the few primitive dog
breeds that retains a single estrus per year instead of two, even at much lower
altitudes and in much more temperate climates than its native climate. This
characteristic is also found in wild canids such as the wolf. Since its estrus
usually takes place during late fall, most Tibetan Mastiff puppies are born
between December and January.
Its double
coat is long, subject to climate, and found in a wide variety of colors,
including solid black, black and tan, various shades of "red" (from
pale gold to deep red) and bluish-gray (dilute black).
The coat of a
Tibetan Mastiff lacks the unpleasant "big-dog" smell that affects
many large breeds. The coat, whatever its length or color(s), should shed dirt
and odors. Although the dogs shed somewhat throughout the year, there is
generally one great "molt" in late winter or early spring and
sometimes another, lesser molt in the late summer or early fall. (Sterilization
of the dog or bitch may dramatically affect the coat as to texture, density,
and shedding pattern.)
Tibetan Mastiffs are shown under one standard in the
West, but separated by the Indian breed standard into two varieties: Lion Head
(smaller; exceptionally long hair from forehead to withers, creating a ruff or
mane) and Tiger Head (larger; shorter hair).
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Temperament of Cute British Shorthair cat
Temperament of Cute British Shorthair cat :-
British
Shorthairs are an easygoing breed of cat; they tend to be safe around children
as they will tolerate a fair amount of physical interaction and hiss or scratch
very rarely. They have a stable character and take well to being kept as
indoor-only cats, making them ideal for apartment living. They are not very
demanding of attention, though they will let their owner know if they feel like
playing. They often prefer to sit close to their owners rather than on them.
British
Shorthairs are wonderful cats for people who work, as they are very happy to
simply laze around the house while their owner is out. They do not get
destructive or need other animals for company, though they do enjoy having
another British Shorthair or a cat with similar temperament around.
They are not a
very vocal breed but will meow to communicate with their owners, for example
when they are hungry and their food is being prepared. Some do not mind being
cuddled, but most prefer to keep four paws on the ground and be patted rather
than picked up.
The breed has
become a favourite of animal trainers because of its nature and intelligence,
and in recent years these cats have appeared in Hollywood films and television
commercials. They can learn small tricks.
Adorable little bull dog puppy learning walking
Temperament of Bull dog :-
Bulldogs are
generally docile and tractable. However, they can move very quickly over short
distances. Bulldogs do not need a lot of physical exercise, so they are
well-suited for living in apartments and other urban environments. They are
friendly and gregarious, but occasionally willful. The phrase "stubborn as
a Bulldog" may derive from observing an agitated Bulldog.
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