Save a Dog’s Life: Go to a Pet Shelter

If you are thinking about getting a dog it would be wonderful if you chose a dog from a pet shelter. There are millions of dogs that have to be put down due to overpopulation and no one to take care of these little souls.

Why spend money for an expensive dog that will be your family pet when you can get a much cheaper dog at a pet shelter? The fees you will pay when receiving your dog from a shelter are due to spaying or neutering, vaccinations that may have had to of been done, tests to make sure the dog is in good health, heartworm pills and/or other medications, food and care while living in the pet shelter.

You can go to a Humane Society as well to get a dog as a family pet. Some people think it will be too hard to go to the Human Society to get their dog as they can only choose one. When a person sees those beautiful big eyes looking up at them, they just want to take ALL of the dogs home with them.

Many times you will find a full bred dog of the breed you were looking for. If the breed is not there and you really want a cocker spaniel, you can call the pet shelter and Human Society to see if the particular breed you are looking for has shown up. You may also stop by the Humane Society on your way home from work or grocery shopping and check out which type of dogs are available for adoption.

Save a loving dog’s life from a pet shelter or Humane Society.

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Do you have an Otterhound?

A very rare breed of dog, the Otterhound, will definitely get you as the owner a lot of questions and looks when you are out for your daily walk. The shaggy Otterhound was valued as a capable hunting partner of otters in England for 100’s of years. It is thought that the Otterhound is a combination of the Bloodhound and the French Giffon but its exact origin is still a mystery. It is estimated that there is fewer than 1000 Otterhound’s left worldwide today.

The Otterhound are an easy going and a affectionate companion. Otterhounds tend to get along well with other dogs and even cats if raised with them, however their boisterous nature and large size may not be the best match with toddlers.

Otterhounds stand between 24 and 27 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh in anywhere between 85 to 115 pounds. Their average life span is 10 ½ years to 14 years of age. Their rugged shaggy coat can be any color but is often black and tan grizzle fading to a light blonde or gray when they age. The Otterhound’s double coated hair does not shed much but does require regular weekly brushing. An rather strangely outstanding and unique feature about the Otterhound is their webbed feet which makes them excellent swimmers (thus the otter hunting).

Otterhound are smart and very capable of learning if you approach them with patience. If you have a Otterhound count yourself lucky and one of the rare. If you are looking for a Otterhound you will definitely have to do a diligent search.

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Do you have a Labrador Retriever?

The Labrador Retriever has stayed on the top ten of favorite dogs to have as a family pets, and it is no wonder with their great disposition. The Labrador Retriever is a friendly and eager to please breed of dog. It first originated on the Canadian Coast as an angler’s dog and was used to retrieve lost nets, rescue men who fell overboard, haul and guard the daily catch, and even pull boats to the shore.

Water retrieving and game hunting became the Labrador Retriever’s specialty in the United States and evolved into excellent retrievers and gun dogs. It wasn’t long after that they became a family favorite for a household pet.

The Labrador Retriever is a medium size breed with short dense weather proof hair in black, yellow or chocolate. Labs average about 21 ½ to 23 ½ inches tall at the shoulder.

Labrador Retriever’s do well with other pets, are highly intelligent and very loyal to their owners. A bit hyper as pups but with training grow to be excellent pet for children of all ages.


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Do you have an Affenpinscher?

The Affenpinscher is a small wiry haired dog that originated in Europe. Its initial use was as a ratter due to their small size and their quickness. The original Affenpinscher’s stood 10 inches at the shoulder, but through further refinement of breeding created the smaller yet version you see today qualifying them as a Toy Breed.

Affenpinscher name means “monkey” and has been nicked monkey-dog for its adorable monkey like expression. Other characteristics of the Affenpinscher are its undershot jaw, bushy head, beard, bushy eyebrows. It has a spunky bold nature. It often acts bigger and braver than its actual size and will not back down to another strange dog regardless of its size; however, the Affenpinscher generally gets along well with other dogs.

Affenpinscher’s are not the best dog to bring into a home with smaller more rambunctious children but they do well with older well behaved children. They are an ideal house dog and travel companion and do well in apartment life as longs as they get daily walks. The Affenpinscher makes for a great watchdog and are highly devoted and attuned to their owner.

Affenpinschers are highly intelligent which allows them to learn anything with the right motivation however require a lot of attention and can be trying during potty training.

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Dog Coat types Determined by Gene Type

The wide range of coat textures in purebred dogs is determined by variant genes. Before a recent study published in the journal Science, scientist knew little about the genes influencing canine coat length growth pattern and texture. Researchers from the National Human Genome Research Institute studied the DNA of 1,000 dogs representing 80 different breeds. They compared the results to descriptions of various coat types. The study found that combinations of various forms (RSP02, FGF5, and KRT71) account for seven major coat types in purebreds. The gene RSP02 results in wiry hair. The gene FGF5 results in silky or long fluffy hair, and the gene KRT71 produces a curly coated dog.

Researchers believe that carefully controlled breeding of purebreds offer advantages in pinpointing genes particular traits. As well, it may help in studying diseases. This could be great news in determine cures for diseases that effect canine and human alike such as cancer!

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Do you have a Doberman Pinscher?

Louis Doberman created the breed Doberman Pinscher during the early 1900s in Germany. Louis was a tax collector and wanted a guard dog, one that was loyal and protective without even having to necessarily train it to be that way – more natural instinct. He did a great job creating the breed Doberman Pinscher because they have the ability to protect without aggression or hostility by merely placing themselves between their owner and perceived threat. Their look pretty much takes care of the rest.

The Doberman Pinscher has a very distinct look with its black, red, blue or fawn coloring with rust on its muzzle, throat, chest, legs, and below the tail. Its coat is very short, smooth, and sleek. The Doberman Pinscher sheds very little with twice yearly heavier hair loss. The average height of a female Doberman is 24 to 26 inches at the shoulder weighing in between 65 to 76 pounds. The male Doberman weighs in between 80 to 95 pounds with a height ranging from 26 to 28 inches at the shoulders.

The Doberman Pinscher has a alert personality. It is very energetic, fearless, obedient ad loyal. They are highly trainable and although they are good around children, it is best to have your children go through training process with the Doberman. Dobermans tend to need to be socialized often with other animals from an early age and often if you want for good interaction. It is advised not to own two Dobermans of the same sex.

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Do you have a St. Bernard?

The St. Bernard gets its name from the 81,000 foot Great Saint Bernard Pass where travelers have crossed the Swiss Alps into Italy for many centuries. The Saint Bernard dog originated in Switzerland where its original use was a guard dog, companion, and snow rescue dog.

The St. Bernard’s general personality is that of a gentle, dignified, steady, intelligent and protective dog. It makes for a great family pet and is very good with kids and other animals. The average life span of the St. Bernard is 7 to 10 years, not near long enough for such a wonderful dog. They average ion height from 27 ½ inch minimum at the shoulders for males and 25 ½ inch minimum at shoulders for females. Male St. Bernard’s weight range from 140 to 180 pounds and females 120 to 140 pounds.

The St. Bernard comes in all shades of red and deep brown to brownish yellow coats, including brindle with white, plus markings and ideally a dark mask. Its coat is dense and smooth with short to medium-long straight or slightly wavy.

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Do you have a Labradoodle?

The Labradoodle was created by crossing a Labrador Retriever and a standard or miniature poodle. It was first bred in 1988 by Wally Conron in New Zealand to be used as guide dogs. The reasoning was that with the cross breed, the Labradoodle would have the qualities of gentleness, easy to train, and a low shedder making it a perfect dog for those individuals allergic to fur or dander. Labradoodles are now widely used around the world as guide, assistance, and therapy dogs as well as being popular family dogs.

Labradoodles' hair can be anywhere from wiry to soft, and may be straight, wavy, or curly. Many Labradoodles do shed, although for those dogs that have inherited poodle coat characteristics, the coat usually sheds less and has less dog odor than that of a Labrador Retriever. Labradoodles are generally friendly, energetic and good with families and children as well as very intelligent and quite trainable. Labradoodles often display an attraction for water and strong swimming ability.

Labradoodles come in four sizes - Micro Mini's 9-17 lbs. (Under 15 inches); Mini 18-25 lbs (15-18 inches); Medium 25-55 lbs. (19-23 inches); Maxi 60-100 lbs (24-30 inches). They have a long lifespan and can exceed 17 years with proper care.


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Do you have an Afghan Hound?

The Afghan Hound originated in Afghanistan and the surrounding regions. The Afghan Hound was used to chase game, including deer and rabbit due to their exceptional vision and considerable speed and agility. The Afghan Hound average life span is 10 to 15 years. Their silky flowing locks were developed to protect it from harsh element. It grows long, thick and extremely fine all over the dog with the exception of the Afgan’s face and the top of the tail where you will see the extreme opposite where the hair is very short and smooth.

Afghan Hounds’ stand approximately 24 to 28 inches and weigh approximately 50 to 60 pounds. The Afghan Hound is a large dog but not bulky. This breed is intelligent and a very gentle companion with an independent spirit. Because of the Afghan Hound innate prey drive, they should not be trusted off a leash. If they get lose on a run after prey, you may as well kiss it goodbye until it either catches the prey or tires out. They are just that fast and driven.


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Do you have a Rottweiler?

The Rottweiler exact origins are not known, it is believed that the breed derived from the Mastiff and that its ancestors can be traced back to ancient Rome and later shown in the German town of Rottweil where it worked as a cattle dog and sometimes a police dog and where it got its name. The Rottweiler average life span is 10 to 15 years. Their black with tan, rust, or Mahogany marked coat can distinguish Rottweilers. Their coat is short, dense with a soft to medium texture, and low to high sheen.

Male Rottweiler weighs in at approximately 93 to 130 pounds and their female counterparts weigh in around 80 to 115 pounds. The Rottweiler is a large, muscular and rugged dog with a hard-working and confident demeanor. This breed is intelligent and very loyal to its family. It is a excellent working dog, watchdog or guard dog. The bad rep the Rottweilers have is really unfair because most Rot’s raised by responsible dog owners are really quite calm and affectionate.

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Do you have a Rat Terrier?

The Rat Terrier originated in the United States and was used as a farm or ranch dog, companion to hunters, and a hunter of its own game of small vermin, varmints, and small game. The Rat Terriers average life span is 12 to 18 years. Rat Terriers come in a large variety of colors – chocolate brown, orange, and blue; all typically with white spots or markings and may even have tan trim. Their coat is short and dense with a soft to medium texture and low sheen.

Miniature Rat Terriers height is approximately 10 to 13 inches where as a standard Rat terrier can be as tall as 19 inches at the shoulders. The standard Rat terrier weighs in at approximately 10 to 20 pounds.

The Rat Terrier is relentless courageous by nature and a highly skilled hunter. They are eager to please, extremely devoted, alert, curious, smart and very fun loving. For the most part Rat Terrier’s are very friendly but can be quite protective of their owners. They are great with children and easy to train. With other dogs, Rat Terriers interact fine, but when it comes to cats, if they were not raised with them, they can become hunted prey.

Due to their smaller size, Rat Terriers make a great pet in almost any living situation. However, if you are a city dweller, make sure they are provided with ample room to run and play.


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Do you have a Pharaoh Hound?

If you have a Pharaoh Hound you have probably found out that they are a very inquisitive dog that loves to play and is highly intelligent. They are also known to have a sense of humor and are reserved around strangers. The Pharaoh Hound is highly trainable and will definitely get a lot of heads turned while you are out on your daily walk.

The Pharaoh Hound originated in Egypt and was used as a hunting dog. They live between 12 to 14 years. Their color ranges from tan to a deep rich tan to chestnut with a white tip on the tail, chest, toes, and centerline on face. Their coat is short and glossy and barely sheds. Males can reach heights of 25 inches at shoulders and females 24 inches. The average weight of a Pharaoh Hound is 50 pounds. They are a lean looking dog.

Pharaoh Hound’s are great with children and even better if they grow up together making it a perfect family pet. They also make terrific rescue dogs, especially if they have had exposure to children. They are great socializers with other dogs as long as they are introduced properly but the hunter in them makes them likely to chase after cats and other small animals. The Pharaoh Hound is a low maintenance dog as far as grooming and make a perfect companion.


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Do you have an Australian Shepherd?

The Australian Shepherd originated in the United States and was raised as a typical farm or ranch hand dog. It has been categorized with AKC and UKC as a herder. The average life span of a Australian Shepherd is 12 to 15 years. The Australian Shepherd has a medium to long weather resistant coat with straight to slightly wavy hair. Its coloring is that of blue or red merle (dark patches against a lighter background of same color), solid black, and solid red – all with or without white markings and tan points.

Australian Shepherd’s can reach heights of 23 inches at the shoulders for males and 21 inches for females. Average weight of the Australian Shepherd is 45 to 65 pounds males, and 35 to 45 pounds for females. They are very easy to train and have great traits such as devotion, intelligent, active, reserved with strangers and actually have a sense of humor. For the most part Australian Shepherd’s are good with kids but may nip or try to herd small children if not trained.


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Choosing the Right Pet

If you are looking for a new pet but aren't sure which one to get, there are a few tips that may help you with your decision. Sure, all puppies are cute and you would almost be tempted to take every one home with you. But, there are some things you need to consider with the breed of the dog such as temperament, health issues and how well they get along with children and other pets. Generally, you can teach a puppy just about anything from using a puppy pad to sitting on command. However, there are a few things to think about.

Finding that perfect pet may mean doing your research on different breeds. If there are certain breeds that you are interested in, this can be a starting point for you. Take into consideration your living space. If you live in an apartment, make sure you pick a dog that will do well in a close living space. A bull mastiff, for example might be overkill for an apartment. Which breeds will do well with other pets, especially a cat or a completely different bred dog is a good question to ask. Many breeders can help you with these questions and many of them are glad to take the time to talk to you.

Choosing the right pet doesn't have to be difficult but it does mean that you need to consider your own personal situation. It can be a rather fun journey for the whole family. Don't count out the mixed breeds, or "mutts" as these can make great pets also especially if you know what the breeds make up the dog!