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The Top Ten Most Intelligent Dog BreedsBy: Amy NuttBorder CollieBorder Collies were originally bred in the borderlands between Scotland and England as herding dogs. They were selected to be able to work long days on rugged terrain, have excellent herding skills, instincts and intelligence. Over time, this led to the Border Collies astounding energy, trainability and ability to reason. Border Collies are still used universally as herders.PoodleThough they are known more for their appearance, Poodles are actually some of the worlds smartest dogs. The air of dignity and elegance with which Poodles carry themselves accords with their highly above-average intelligence and trainability. Though Poodles are usually show dogs in the United States, they have served as police dogs in other countries.

A calico cat is a breed of cat which is tricolored in appearance with red or orange, black and white stripes all over its body. Varying stripes also can be found in a different set of tricolors like blue or gray, cream and white. There are is a huge variety of Calico cats like the tortoiseshells which come without the white spotting. Most of them however have whit spotting in their body. According to the CFA or the cat fanciers association there are 16 varieties of calico cats and different color variations. Within the Calico cat breed there are several sub breeds like the Maine Coon Calico Cat, a Persian Calico cat, a Scottish Fold Calico Cat and some short coats and long coat varieties among these breeds too. Calico cats are house cats or pet cats commonly found in many homes.

The terrier breeds are a tough kind of dogs. They are sturdy and fearless. And most are a determined lot. Originally the terrier dog breeds were trained by their masters to capture rodents and other small farm creatures. They are what can be termed as ferocious predators and so are perceived to be as an [...]

The Persian cats are a breed all their own and the most popular cat in America. They have many special qualities and unique habits, which help to make them the most popular and beloved cat in America.Cat owners around the world have discovered the many benefits of becoming friends to the furry feline.Cats were probably not domesticated until approximately 5,000-8000 short years ago (this compares to 14,000 years of domestication for their canine counterparts). Cats first appeared some 35-40 million years ago according to fossil discoveries. In Egypt, cats were worshipped as goddesses. They felt the Goddess Bast controlled the heat of the sun. This was shown as a statue of a woman's body with a feline's head. The Egyptians also believed the cat was the daughter of Isis and the Goddess of th

Carabao (Bubalus bubalis) is commonly raised livestock specie in the Philippines and Region VII in particular. Generally considered as a backyard activity among farmers, this domesticated animal has gained remarkable importance in the past years as a vital component in food sustainability and income to farmers. Problems that beset carabao raisers are oftentimes [...]

As most of you know my passion for finding solutions for post-traumatic stress disorder takes me to many places (in my mind and otherwise). The bulletin I posted earlier is from Zero Limits: The Secret Hawaiian System for Wealth, Health, Peace, and More by Dr. Joe Vitale and Ihaleakala Hew Len, PH.DSelf Identity through Ho`oponopono is about opening doors to greater understanding and deeper awareness of life and one's purpose as an individual incarnated on earth as an inhabitant of humanity.You as a soul are precious. Knowingly and unknowingly you impact all about you through thoughts, words, deeds and actions.Self Identity through Ho`oponopono is a process of letting go of toxic energies within you to allow the impact of Divine thoughts, words, deeds and actions.Ho'oponopono means to

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The Top Ten Most Intelligent Dog BreedsBy: Amy NuttBorder CollieBorder Collies were originally bred in the borderlands between Scotland and England as herding dogs. They were selected to be able to work long days on rugged terrain, have excellent herding skills, instincts and intelligence. Over time, this led to the Border Collies astounding energy, trainability and ability to reason. Border Collies are still used universally as herders.PoodleThough they are known more for their appearance, Poodles are actually some of the worlds smartest dogs. The air of dignity and elegance with which Poodles carry themselves accords with their highly above-average intelligence and trainability. Though Poodles are usually show dogs in the United States, they have served as police dogs in other countries.

Most pet dogs belonging to the toy dog breeds are those that are considered as great companions for their masters. Most toy pet dogs are smaller than the working or hunting breed type of dogs. Toy breeds are so tiny and petite that they are considered to delicate to perform tasks for their masters. Still, they [...]

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Everybody has heard of the basset hound or the beagle. This type of dogs has proved to have many qualities or has been advertised a lot. The influence plays also an important role:if one of my friends. to whom I compete has just bought a pitbull, I should definitely bring about a Tossain. How about [...]

Puppies and dogs are great pets. They are good companions for human beings too. Dogs could bring out a smile in all of us. Unfortunately, not all environments are suitable to adopting just any breed of dog. This is especially true if

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..List of dog breeds by country.From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. This list of dog breeds by country is a research and informational tool; it includes only those breeds with a bona fide breed club and who breed true, that is, have been documented to breed true-to-type when mated like to like for many years. For a complete list of dog breeds, see List of dog breeds.If the country of yorigin and the country of development are different, the dog is listed in both places; for example Jack Russell Terrier is listed under both England (country of origin) and Australia (country of development). In some cases, the breed's origin overlaps the boundaries of two or more countries; the dog is normally listed only in the country with which it is most commonly associated (for example, by its design

There are numerous dog breeds, with over 800 being recognized by various kennel clubs worldwide. Many dogs, especially outside the United States of America and Western Europe, belong to no recognized breed. A few basic breed types have evolved gradually during the domesticated dog's relationship with humans over the last 10,000 or more years, but all modern breeds are of relatively recent derivation. Many of these are the product of a deliberate process of artificial selection. Because of this, some breeds are highly specialized, and there is extraordinary morphological diversity across different breeds. Despite these differences, dogs are able to distinguish dogs from other kinds of animal.A dog breed is a group of dogs, represented by a sufficient number of individuals to be interbred wi

The Himalayan generally has a cobby build and a round head with round eyes and long whiskers. Their coat is Persian in type and has Siamese markings. The eyes are a very vivid blue always. In fact, breeders aim to produce the deepest eye color that they can. Show standards vary slightly between different countries, and [...]

The Top Ten Most Intelligent Dog BreedsBy: Amy NuttBorder CollieBorder Collies were originally bred in the borderlands between Scotland and England as herding dogs. They were selected to be able to work long days on rugged terrain, have excellent herding skills, instincts and intelligence. Over time, this led to the Border Collies astounding energy, trainability and ability to reason. Border Collies are still used universally as herders.PoodleThough they are known more for their appearance, Poodles are actually some of the worlds smartest dogs. The air of dignity and elegance with which Poodles carry themselves accords with their highly above-average intelligence and trainability. Though Poodles are usually show dogs in the United States, they have served as police dogs in other countries.German ShepherdGerman Shepherds are noted for their versatility, stability, energy, strength and intelligence. Shepherds are known not only for their intrinsic smarts and trainability, but for the mul

First things first: I normally hate Christmas shopping. It is as though I am taking a test I have no confidence in passing. So, when it came to finding something for That Girl, I could feel my jaw tightening. I am pretty good at picking out jewellery, but That Girl does not wear jewellery. I do not know which books she owns, but when she bought books on being a bridesmaid recently, she turned any confidence I had in my knowledge of her upside down, so I did not know if I should buy her some feminist tome or a makeup artist's guide to looking like thirty million other women on the continent.This is the point where I would usually just get drunk and try to forget about all the sucking that would be going on in friends' and relatives' living rooms on Christmas Day. I always start out with the idea of getting something special for someone, and then I cave in to my anxiety and settle on a book or something akin to a multi-pack of tube socks. I cringe all through the season and bra

     Have you ever begun a project that you felt really passionate about only to have it turn out not so good, or not at all?  Of course you have, we all have.  From that experience what did you learn?  Did you learn that the project was 'never meant to be', or something along those lines?  In this article I will look at the role of commitment as it pertains to actualizing results in our lives.When it comes to truly working towards manifesting a vision, or anything for that matter, I find most people fall into two broad categories.  The first category is those of us that don't really know what we want.  We have some idea, but there is no way for our heart to be completely in whatever it is, because we're not clear about it in some way.  That's not to say that we have to know 'exa

Dogs require a lot of attention and some dogs can be extremely sensitive, which means they are not always best for small or young children. When you have children who want a pet there are several things you should consider. Below is a list of dog breeds that do well with children as well as some dog breeds that do not.Dogs That Love Children: German shepherds are our first dog on the list for being great with children. Despite the size of the German shepherd you will find that they are sensitive and very hardy dogs. They will tolerate a lot from young children such as tail pulling or hair pulling from children that are not aware of how it can hurt the dog. German shepherds are working dogs, but they also love a lot of affection and attention. They do well in households that have walking age children, especially older children that may return home from school and play in the backyard with them.Poodles tend to do well with children as well. You may not want to have a poodle with infants

In case no one has noticed, I occasionally offer my opinion, my take on a real life issue. The truth is that about 5% of overweight people that inquire about life insurance actually buy it. Most will never return a call after they have seen the quotes that their build generates. They don’t want to deal with the idea that their weight has a bearing on their health and very likely on their mortality. They know why the rates are higher and yet they never call to see what the options are or how much insurance they can have without busting their budget. I’ve always maintained that if you don’t qualify for what you want within your budget, buy as much as you can within your budget and then work on the problem that created the higher rates. Burying your head in the sand is not going to help your family when you have a heart attack and die. Bottom line. Life insurance rates are higher, for good reason, for people who are overweight or obese. Life insurance is still available

Hi, I wanted to share with everyone the information on Jackson’s new Mom and Dad’s business — also daughter Tabitha’s business —The Black Spool.  If you’ve had embroidery done and haven’t had it done here I recommend that you try them out in the future.  The The Black Spool is family run and has always been a strong supporter of Sheltie Rescue helping us when we first started creating embroidered products for re-sale.  Sheltie Rescue goes to Vanessa, Tabitha, and Bob for all the embroidery work done on our embroidered products.  We get lots of compliments every year on the quality of the embroidery work they do.  They digitize pictures and turn them into wonderful embroidery designs.  They will work with you until the design looks the way you want it to look.  They are great to work with.  For information on The Black Spool or to contact them go to this link.  http://blackspool.com/pages/1/index.htm

Hunting dogs, as their name suggests, are simply those dogs that have been bred – and trained – to assist human hunters in their activities. Originally, these dogs were responsible, at least partially, for bringing home the meat for the family’s dinner and, without them, the job of hunting was much more difficult. The dogs assist the human hunter to scent and track, retrieve, flush, point or even chase down game. The skills developed will be specific to each breed, depending on the type of game that the dog has been trained to hunt, and the hunting style used with that particular type of game. Hunting dogs love to be outdoors and work with their owners. They usually become noticeably excited and active when they notice that preparations for the hunt are getting under way.Since each breed of hunting dog has unique skills and attributes, we shall look at each general type of hunting dog separately. It is important to remember that hunting dogs are not aggressive by nature and are a

Over the last thousands of years, cats have pretty much handled their breeding themselves. In the beginning, they were used for one purpose - hunting and killing rodents. As the years progressed, they began to breed cats more to their liking. Now days, there are several different breeds of cats - which you can tell if you look closely.These days there are over 70 distinct cat breeds, which are recognized through cat registries. There are several registries that will recognize around 40 breeds or so, as they exclude the more domestic breeds such as tigers. There are also many variations as well, including wild cats that have longer hair.There are some cat breeds that have roots going back quite a bit in history. Some Japanese breeds, such as the Japanese Bobtail, can be traced back more than 1,000 years in history. These cats were very common and well known throughout Medieval Japan. Now days though, they are all but a myth throughout Japan and the entire world.The more common c

This article explains an idea coming from an evolutionary theorist which details the future of mankind. According to the theory, by the year 3000, we will have achieved our physical pinnacle, after which some of us will "regress" to a goblin-like state, at which point the goblins will be ruled by the attractive, intelligent, and wealthy elite.The whole idea was first laid out in H. G. Wells' The Time Machine, but the theorist seems to think there's something to it. Here's what I don't get: Why would anyone who "peaked" allow themselves to fall? I think the theory should be adjusted. Instead of us peaking first and then regressing to create two separate groups, I think we should expect one group among us to peak while the other just kind of hangs out. It's like taking a look at society, and then guessing what things will be like in a hundred years. Right now there are wealthy, overly successful people, and there are average people. The wealthy can pay for surgery to become

By Penny Taylor A Schnauzer is a German breed of dog. The name comes from the German word for snout because of the dogs’ distinctively furry muzzles. The AKC generally subdivides these dogs into three breeds by size: Miniature which is less than 15 inches at the shoulder, Standard the females are 17 to 19 inches [...]

By Mike Mathews The Non-Sporting Group includes dog breeds that don’t seem to fit well in any other group. The name doesn’t really fit the group and they would better named “Specialty Dogs” as the group includes some of the most interesting and exotic breeds. The breeds in this diverse group have a wide variety of [...]

The Ocicat by: Laurie Buckley, admin The Ocicat is a large, athletic, exclusively spotted breed with a solid, long-legged body that is strong and muscular. A fully grown female can weigh up to 12 lb (5.5kg) and a male up to 15 lb (7kg). Their legs are long and the hindquarters should be just slightly tapered and have a dark tip. The head is a modified wedge that has a broad muzzle and strong chin. Their eyes are large and almond shaped and angled slightly upwards towards the ears. They should also be well spaced with more than the length of an eye between them. And the ears are large and wide at the base and curved at the tips. The coat of the Ocicat is smooth and glossy, tight, and sleek. Although it is short, it is long enough to show the bands of color which are the breed’s hallmark. The available colors of the Ocicat are: chestnut brown or light chocolate spots on a cream background, blue with slate blue spots, golden with cinnamon spots, bronze with tarnished gold spots, lavende

YardBirds Dog Breeds - Brief Dog History Airedales   The Airedale’s history is unique in that it is both a working/war dog and a sporting dog. At the beginning of the 20th century, the Airedale’s title as the #1 working/war dog in the world was undisputed. Upon introduction to North America, the Airedale developed into the original “three-in-one” gun dog, equally able to handle upland game birds, waterfowl and fur. Airedales still perform as first rate hunting partners and working dogs, as well as being competitive in obedience, agility and conformation. And just as important, they are great family companions! Beagles   Dating back to the 1300s, the Beagle was first bred as a hunting companion for small game. His compact, muscular body, bold attitude and hardy bearing, come from a blend of various ancient hounds. In America, the Beagle dates back to colonial days, when they were imported for hunting rabbits. A weekly brushing helps to keep their short coat

I hope you have enjoyed my last posts and profited from them! Today's post is a little different. Instead of showing you how to succeed, I'm going to show you how to fail. business failure is widely seen as a learning experience. Home based business failure offers insight. It's an opportunity to identify what went wrong and highlight greater issues that we all need to be reminded of from time

I just read about this over on Pet Food Tales and wanted to pass it along, especially to dog owners in Minnesota. Minnesota Representative John Lesch has proposed a bill to completely ban five breeds of “dangerous dogs.” If his bill is passed, it will make it a misdemeanor to own any of the following breeds: Akita, Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Wolf Hybrid, and Chow Chow. The following press release was announced earlier this summer from Mr. Lesch’s office… Responding to several recent Metro Area dog attacks, Rep. John Lesch (DFL-St. Paul) today unveiled legislation to ban certain dangerous breeds of dogs. Lesch said that the dogs represent a threat to public safety. “I’m tired of reading in the paper that another child has been attacked by a vicious dog,” Lesch said. “At some point, we have to admit that these animals are just too dangerous and its time to get them off our streets.” Lesch’s bill would make the following breeds of do

A couple of weeks ago, our friend Tere send us an email about her cat pet named Jack (my first fighting fish which unfortunately, died months ago also named Jack). Its very natural for us share each other stuffs, daily bread and the likes thru email. She shared the photo of 8-month old Jack. Surprisingly, the replies wasn't expected, everyone acknowledged the photo it was like we are on a forum that the exchange of messages really went far. Ariel even joked how Jack aged, "Jack is just 8-month old and yet he has one [human] arm, what more when he turned 1, 2, or 3 years old and so on?". Ariel was actually referring to Tere's right arm which was caught by the camera lens upon taking Jack's picture. By the way, everyone was just few meters away to each other, Tere was just 2 steps away from Ariel, a conversation thru email because our network admin finally figured-out the beta version of Yahoo which features a web-based chat. It was a riot conversation, the topic leads to "Precious-Go

Article Title: Bad Dogs And Dangerous BreedsAuthor: Rod PenningtonWith Michael Vick and dog fighting making headlines, a growingnumber of communities are banning ownership of certain breeds ofdogs that are perceived as dangerous. The "bad dogs" that earnthe ban are usually pit bulls and rottweilers. This begs thequestion, Are some breeds really more dangerous than others? Each year nearly 5 million people are bitten by dogs. Justunder 20 percent require stitches at the local emergency room.Tragically, every year there are a handful of bite victims whodie from being mauled by an aggressive dog. In addition to pitbulls and rottweilers, German shepherds, malamutes, Great Danes,Dobermans, chow chows, St. Bernards, huskies, and Akitas haveall been involved in fatalities in the past decade... As would be expected, the larger the aggressive the dog thegreater likelihood it would have the strength and size toinflict fatal wounds. A Chihuahua may be just as aggressive ashis la

We have been noticing that the number of different puppy breeds is increasing - it seems as if owning a dog is getting even more popular, and some owners have specific requirements. Schnauzers and Poodles, for example, do not shed much fur and they are very suited to families where young children could suffer from Asthma. There is a new website that lists breeds of puppy available from breeders

Perhaps you’ve been to a website that displayed the GDCA accreditation logo pictured here at the the left. The GDCA accredited logo, which is meant to assure consumers that the site they are doing business with has been issued this logo because of satisfactory business practices. Although the issuer of these accreditation logos has no ties to any world governmental agencies. They have no “official” status in the financial community, the gold markets or any other affiliation of merit to lend validity to these accreditation logos they distribute except their own “self-proclaimed” authority. Many of you may also be familiar with the organization known as GDCA aka Gold Digital Currrency Association (http://www.gdcaonline.org) and the fact that they have recently issued a warning to E-Bullion users in July 2007, calling upon E-Bullion customers to abandon the processor in lieu of allegations that E-Bullion has frozen accounts . Exerpt below… Exerpted fr

Cat breeds do not really vary greatly in adult size in the way that dog breeds do. However, a diminutive, short-haired cat would appear miniature alongside an overweight, chunky-bodied, long-haired Persian cat, for example. Lengthy fur and a muscualr body considerably increase the outline shape of a cat.

I’m a huge Michael Jordan fan, so much that I’ve always emulated him not just from a basketball standpoint but also on life in general. You might be asking yourself right now what does Michael Jordan have to do with innovation? A lot. As everything else that happens to successful people in life, they all failed at a couple of times before they got it right. And that is what makes them different from everybody else; they’re willing to fail. They see failure as just another step. They take risks and they live for the challenge of overcoming the obstacles that keep them from getting what they want. Most importantly they’re passionate about it, and that in itself breaks all barriers. In my last post I talked about the defining characteristic of successful innovators, people like Picasso, Einstein, Thomas Edison. All we hear about them is all the good they did, but never how they got to that point. They all failed in one form or another before they got it right. They

You know how it goes in the BB house! All the comps in the first few days and then scurrying hamsters spreading paranoia under the guise of ’strategizing’ - this week is no different. I am going to try and get through this without any spoilers, since there’s the show tonight where they’ll show the POV competition and meeting. I think I can, I think I can! As we saw on Sundays show, Daniele won HOH and put up Jen and Kail for the third week in a row. We also saw her say to the group that she would put up Zach if the POV was used, and then we also see her and Dick putting together the grandest conspiracy theory of them all, against Eric. Clearly Eric is her real target for the week. So what is this based on? The fun thing about seeing the feeds, and such, is that we can tell when they’re way off course, and completely delusional. So let’s gather some of their points and play a little True or False. 1. Eric is the leak to Kail. False. Dustin is the le

Doing research before you choose a dog is the best way to go. If you are not an active person and would like a dog that would pefer to sit and watch TV with you all day, you don’t want to adopt a border collie or a cattledog. So how do you find a breed that will fit your lifestyle? One way to find the perfect breed for you is to look at this website about dog breeds. This site has 155 breeds of dogs listed, with detailed information about each breed. Including grooming, size, activity level, and how easy the dog is to train. If you want a smart dog that learns quickly, and has a lot of energy like the border collie, and you end up putting her in the backyard alone, she will most likely end up being destructive and barking at cars to keep herself busy and active. If you are a jogger or are interested in dog sports, then the border collie might be for you. Dog Breeds has information about the collie, too. Though I would like to see reference to the smooth collie, the informat

Title: Purebreds and Cross Breeds: Good Temperament vs Good HealthAuthor: Moses Wright Purebreds and Cross Breeds: Good Temperament vs Good HealthThe world's dog population is mostly made up ofundifferentiated varieties resulting from randominterbreeding widely known as "mixed breeds" or "mutts".Yet most people, including dog owners only know or talkabout purebreds in general. The mutts on the other hand arewidely look down on and hugely neglected.Purebreds are dogs that belong to a documented andacknowledged group of unmixed lineage. They are selectivelybred dogs that produce a particular body type and specificbehaviors that are relatively similar throughout theparticular breed. To be recognized as a true breed, it mustbe proven that the mating of the two adult dogs have to beof the same type, and will have to pass on their exactcharacteristics, in terms of both appearance and behaviorto their offspring - this is known as breeding true.For people involved with profes

I heard last week about dog cloning, now Blondie's Dad has sent me a film clip about Doggie DNA testing. The TV presenter got a test for her dog, Jasper, who was sold by a pet shop as 'Australian Sheepdog / Poodle'. Have a look at the film and see what happened when he was tested.

The Nebelung by: Laurie Buckley, admin The Nebelung, or otherwise known as the Longhaired Russian Blue or the Nebelung Blue, is an exceptionally handsome cat. They have an alert stance and a businesslike expression. The body of the Nebelung is long, lithe, and slender. The tail is fluffy and carried erect. The head is a modified wedge, with ears set far apart, well pricked, well tufted, and wide at the base. The slightly oval eyes are large and set well apart. The eyes are green at maturity. As kittens, their blue eyes turn yellow before finally turning green as adults. Nebelungs are said to be robust and vigorous. Grooming is moderate by longhair standards.

Favorite Large Dog Breeds There are many people who love large dogs. That is obviousby the number of large dog breeds listed in the AKC top tenfavorite dog breeds. The Top Ten list includes LabradorRetrievers, German Shepherd Dogs, Golden Retrievers, andBoxers. And since Poodles are eighth in the list, you couldsay that five large breeds are in the top ten sinceStandard Poodles average over 50 pounds.Why are so many large dogs found in the top ten when theycan appear so intimidating, cost a lot more to feed thansmaller dogs, require more room, and require firmertraining than, say, a Pug or Pomeranian?There is something special about having a large dog. Unlessyou have owned one of the large dog breeds you might notunderstand the feeling owners get calling this large dog"friend" and "companion." Many of the large breeds are alsoamong the most gentle breeds.With the exception of the German Shepherd Dog, Weimaraners,Rottweilers and the Doberman Pinscher, every large doglis

The Siberian Cat by: Laurie Buckley, admin The Siberian Cat or otherwise known as the Siberian Forest Cat, is a member of those group of breeds who are built to withstand harsh conditions, such as the Maine Coon and the Norwegian Forest Cat. Characteristics- The Siberian Cat is described as a large, massive and strong animal. The tail is long and full, with a plume. The head is rounded and has a strong, round muzzle, with a slight break in the muzzle. The ears are medium sized and round-tipped, and set wide and low on the head. The coat is glossy and has oily guard hairs and a prominent ruff. The Siberian is said to be an affectionate pet whose muscular physique, however, will require ample outdoor excercise. Grooming should be done every 2-3 days. The kittens are slow to grow their adult coats.

The Siberian Cat by: Laurie Buckley, admin The Siberian Cat or otherwise known as the Siberian Forest Cat, is a member of those group of breeds who are built to withstand harsh conditions, such as the Maine Coon and the Norwegian Forest Cat. Characteristics- The Siberian Cat is described as a large, massive and strong animal. The tail is long and full, with a plume. The head is rounded and has a strong, round muzzle, with a slight break in the muzzle. The ears are medium sized and round-tipped, and set wide and low on the head. The coat is glossy and has oily guard hairs and a prominent ruff. The Siberian is said to be an affectionate pet whose muscular physique, however, will require ample outdoor excercise. Grooming should be done every 2-3 days. The kittens are slow to grow their adult coats.

The Burmilla by: Laurie Buckley, admin The Burmilla is a tipped Burmese type that was created in Britain in 1981 as a result of a mating between a chincilla Longhair (Persian) male and a lilac Burmese female. Origins of the Breed- In 1985 the Burmilla was given its breed name, and a breed club was formed. In 1990, preliminary status was granted in Britain in what is now called the Asian-Burmilla Group. The Burmilla, however is not recognized in the United States although it has been introduced there. Characteristics- The Burmilla has a semi-foriegn body, which is medium in length and thickness with firm muscle and a straight, level back. It’s tail should be medium in both length and thickness, and should taper to a rounded tip. The head is a short wedge with a distinct nose break, gently rounded on top. The Burmilla’s ears are medium to large and set well apart, round-tipped, and inclined slightly forward. The eyes are full and set well apart also. The coat is short, close-

The Burmilla by: Laurie Buckley, admin The Burmilla is a tipped Burmese type that was created in Britain in 1981 as a result of a mating between a chincilla Longhair (Persian) male and a lilac Burmese female. Origins of the Breed- In 1985 the Burmilla was given its breed name, and a breed club was formed. In 1990, preliminary status was granted in Britain in what is now called the Asian-Burmilla Group. The Burmilla, however is not recognized in the United States although it has been introduced there. Characteristics- The Burmilla has a semi-foriegn body, which is medium in length and thickness with firm muscle and a straight, level back. It’s tail should be medium in both length and thickness, and should taper to a rounded tip. The head is a short wedge with a distinct nose break, gently rounded on top. The Burmilla’s ears are medium to large and set well apart, round-tipped, and inclined slightly forward. The eyes are full and set well apart also. The coat is short, close-

The lady next door Mrs. Jonathan, was asking me as to which dog she is going to adopt since her grand daughter is constantly pampering her to get a puppy. Its really a matter of concern for all of us as to which dog will be an idle companion and a true friend. And, its out of this sheer necessity that I came up with a list of the top 10 most popular dog breeds in US. Top 10 Dog Breeds In The U.S. (By Ownership) 1. Retrievers (Labrador)2. Retrievers (Golden)3. Yorkshire Terriers4. German Shepherd Dogs5. Beagles6. Dachshunds7. Boxers8. Poodles9. Shih Tzu10.Miniature Schnauzers According to the American Kennel Club, the most popular dog breeds are: The Labrador Retriever, for the 16th straight year, is the USA's most popular purebred dog because of their versatility, easy training, lovely nature and low maintenance.In The second position there is Yorkshire Terrier followed by German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Beagle, Dachshund, Boxer, Poodle, Shih Tzu and Miniature Schnauzer.

I think we should know about this, Veterinary Pet Insurance published list of the 10 most popular Insured Dog Breeds through their service in 2006. Here’s the list : 1. Labrador Retriever (34,824) 2. Golden Retriever (17,417) 3. Yorkshire Terrier (11,268) 4. Shih Tzu (10,949) 5. Boxer (8,863) 6. German Shepherd (8,183) 7. Chihuahua (7,254) 8. Cocker Spaniel (6,905) 9. Maltese (6,851) 10. Pug (6,414) Labrador Retriever remaining at the top post for 16 consecutive years, with more than 137,000 Labs registered with AKC as of 2005. The AKC also lists the Golden Retriever as the second most popular breed registered, and the Yorkshire Terrier as the third most popular.

Hi, I am sorry to all of you guys as I am quite late for my post today. Actually, I spent almost the whole evening reading a book! Hey, don't think my exams are near. Hahah!! It's a book on dogs and since then I have taken an oath that I am going to write on particular breeds of dogs for a while. I am just fascinated about the different dog breeds and want to write something new and informative. My uncle presented me this book "The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Dogs". It's an amazing book with details about dog breeds, profiles and tons of information on puppyhood. I was just thrilled seeing the whole lot of stuffs relating to dogs. It tends to open a whole new world in front of your eyes.... Anyways, I have not finished reading the full book but will be probably finishing it as soon as possible. I am thankful to my uncle for presenting me with this wonderful book. My doggies are more excited to see what is inside the book and are peeping now and then in my room. It's a good news for ma

Article Title: Description & List Of Popular Designer DogBreedsAuthor: Kelly MarshallIf you have been following the latest trends and changes in dogbreeding you may have come across the term "designer dogs".These are, in fact, simply mixed breeds that are crossed toproduce a specific physical appearance, usually easilyidentified as a cross between the two breeds. The breedersattempt to include only the desirable traits of the two parentswhile minimizing the chance of physical or health issues betweenthe cross.Some of the more common or popular designer dogs are:*Labradoodle - a cross between a Labrador retriever and aStandard Poodle. Considered to have the non-shedding and easycare coat of a poodle combined with the poodle's intelligenceand the wonderful, loving personality of the Lab. *Porkie - a cross between a Pug and a Yorkie. A small dog thatis heartier than the standard Yorkie with longer hair and theeasygoing temperament of the Pug.*Cockapoo - a cross between a cocker spaniel a