Beauceron- French Shorthaired Shepherd

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Introduction:
The Beauceron was developed in France.  It is a herding breed of dog.  It is used as a guardian and watch dog. The life expectation of the Beauceron is 10-13 years. It is also called as French Shorthaired Shepherd, Beauce Shepherd, Berger de Beauce, Bas Rouge (Red Stocking).

Beauceron- French Shorthaired Shepherd

Origin / History:

  • In 1809, the abbey Rozier reported plain dogs guarding flocks and herds
  • The two types of sheep dogs were differentiated by Pierre Megnin, in 1863
  • The dog with a short coat came to be known as Berger de Beauce (Beauceron)
  • The dog with a long coat was known as Berger de Brie (Briard)
  • They were used as messenger dogs during the world wars

Nature / qualities:
The Beaucerons are kind to their masters. They are intelligent and calm dog. They easily get adapted to new situations.  The owner should be strong but harsh to have this breed.  They do not like to be alone and idle. They perform well with other animals and children.  They are excellent companion and guardian dogs.

Physical Appearance:
The height of the Male Beauceron is 26-28 inches (65-70 cm) and the weight is 70-100 pounds (32-45 kg). The height of the Female Beauceron is 25-26 inches (61-68 cm) and the weight is 65-85 pounds (30-39 kg). The Beauceron is a large, well-built and solid dog.  It is a rectangular shaped dog. The head is long.  They have dark eyes and the nose is black. They have short, dropped, erect ears that are set high.  The tail is slightly curved at the end. The color of the breed is black and tan, harlequin (black and tan ith blue-gray patches.

Health Concerns:
The Beaucerons are prone to hip dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Gastric torsion / Bloat.

Grooming:
Brushing should be done twice in a week. During shedding season brushing should be done daily. Regular exercise and long walks is recommended.

Cost:
The cost of purchasing this breed is $ 800 USD

Advantages:
  • It is an ideal watch dog
  • They do not bark unnecessary 

Disadvantages:
  • They become both reserve and frank when meeting strangers


Basset Hound

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Introduction:
The Basset Hound was developed in France.  The dog is a hound breed. The breed is used as field trails, tailing rabbits,  and also used as basset field trails. The life span of the breed is 8-12 years.  The nick name of dog is Basset.

Basset Hound

Origin / History:

  • The description of the first breed is in Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream
  • The first Bassets in England were named as Basset and Balle, that was bought by Lord Galway in 1886
  • In 1885 the  Basset Hound was recognized as a breed by the American kennel Club 
  • The Basset Hound Club was organized in US in 1935
Nature / qualities:
The Basset Hound is a well-behaved dog.  They have a very peaceful nature.  They are sweet, gentle and devoted to family life.  They are loving and very affectionate with their masters.  It does not have the tendency to snap at children. They have a deep musical bark.  They are obedient if trained properly.  They love to eat and can be trained easily to do tricks.  They are gentle and patient with lots of love and kindness.  They have a sweet gentle look on its face. They have good sense of smell.

Physical Appearance:
The height of the Male Basset Hound is 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) and the weight is 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg). The height of the Female Basset Hound is 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) and the weight is 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg). The Basset Hound is a short-legged, medium-size and heavy-boned dog.  The head is large and wide, covered with loose, wrinkled skin.  They have dark eyes with drooping lower eyelids.  They have dark nose with large nostrils.  The ears are long, broad and set low.  The tail is long and slightly curved upwards.  The color of the breed is Foxhound colors of black, tan and white or these in combination.

Health Concerns:
The major health concern of the Basset hound is obesity. Do not over feed them.  They are also prone to paralysis because of short legs and a heavy, long body.

Grooming:
Weekly brushing is recommended. Regular exercise should be given to them.

Cost:
The cost of purchasing this breed is $ 400 USD

Advantages:
  • They are very friendly with children
  • They are not dog aggressive

Disadvantages:
  • They have low level of excitability and general activity
  • They do not make good protectors of home and property.


Bearded Collie | Highland Collie | Mountain Collie | Hairy Mou'ed Collie

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Introduction:
The Bearded Collie was originated in the country of Scotland.  The Bearded Collie is a herding breed of dog. It is used for herding trails and a popular family dog. The life span of the Bearded Collie is 12-15 years. The breed is also called as Highland Collie, Mountain Collie, Hairy Mou'ed Collie, Argle Bargle. The nickname used for the breed is Beardie.

Bearded Collie

Origin / History:
  • The Bearded Collie was first introduced in Scotland in 1514
  • The first litter of the Bearded Collie was born in 1967 in US
  • The Bearded Collie was recognized by the Kennel Club of Great Britain  that was brought by G.O. Willison in 1959
  • The dogs were used as herding dogs and companions in Great Britain and US
  • The breed was officially recognized by AKC in 1977
  • It is one of the largest clowns in the canine world

Nature / qualities:
The Bearded Collie has a very charming nature.  They are always joyous and affectionate. The tail of the dog always wags. They are noisy barkers. They like to jump up to greet you, kiss your nose and look straight into your eyes.  They easily intermingle with other animals. The males are more bold and outgoing, while females are calm and more submissive. They like to be among people.

Physical Appearance:
The height of Bearded Collie is 21-22 inches (53-56 cm) and the weight is 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg). The Bearded Collie is a medium-size dog.  The Bearded Collie is robust, hardy and active dog. The eyes are large that are set wide apart and matches color with its coat.  The nose is large and square. The dropped ears are of medium-size.  The tail is long and carried low. The wags when the dog is excited. The color of the breed is black, blue, brown, or fawn, with or without white markings.

Health Concerns:
The Bearded Collie is prone to hip dysplasia, Cataracts, Black hair follicular dysplasia.

Grooming:
Brushing, combing and matting should be done several times a week.  The nails should be trimmed regularly.  The teeth and ears should be kept clean.  They need lots of regular exercise. A daily walk is recommended to keep the breed healthy.

Cost:
The cost of purchasing this breed is $ 900 USD

Advantages:
  • They have a lovely sense of humor and are very playful
  • Perfect companion and wonderful with kids

Disadvantages:
  • Not a watch dog


English Beagle

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Introduction:
The place of origin of Beagle is England. But its ancestors are possibly from France or Greece. The dog is a hound breed. Today it is used for filed trails and trailing or pursuing rabbits.  The life span of the breed is 12-13 years.  It is also called as English Beagle.

English Beagle

Origin / History:

  • The Beagle is one of the most popular scent hounds
  • The Beagle was developed in great Britain about 150 years ago
  • In 1884, Beagle was accepted as a breed by  the American Kennel Club
  • Beagles boast a 90% accuracy in sniffing out contraband at airports
  • From 1953 to 1959 the Beagle was ranked number one on the list of the American Kennel Club's registered breeds
  • In 2005 and 2006 they ranked 5th out of the 155 breeds registered

Nature / qualities:
The Beagle is brave, intelligent and very sociable. They are one of the most expressive breeds. They are generally good with other dogs. On the other hand they should not be trusted with non-canine pets because of their hunting instincts.  The Beagles are sweet, gentle, lively and very curious dog.  They have one of the strongest noses in doghom.  They very possessive of food, they won’t leave food left in the kitchen.  They are very happy dogs. They would become disastrous if enough time and stimulation is not given to them. They have become popular family pets because of their calm and nature. They are always ready to learn.

Physical Appearance:
The height of the Male Beagle is 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) and the weight is22-25 pounds. The height of the Female Beagle is 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) and the weight is 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg). The Beagle is a small dog and lean dog. It is slightly longer than it tall. They have brown or hazel eyes that show pleading expression.  The nose is black, showing full nostrils for scenting.  They have long and wide ears. The tail is high and tight.  The color of the breed is any hound color; most common are black, tan and white; red and white; and pale tan and white. Feet and tail tip should be white.

Health Concerns:
The Beagle is naturally strong and healthy breed.  But some are prone to epilepsy, heart disease, eye and back problems, chondroplasia.

Grooming:
Weekly brushing is required for this breed.  The toenails should be clipped. The teeth and ears should be kept clean to prevent infections. Proper amount of physical and mental exercises should be given to them.

Cost:
The cost of purchasing this breed is $ 600 USD

Advantages:
  • The Beagles loves everyone, a happy little tail-wagger
  • Excellent with children 
Disadvantages:
  • They become very much destructive and bark obsessively when left alone


Basenji - African Bush Dog

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Introduction:
The place of origin of Basenji is Zaire. The dog is a hound breed. Today it is used as lure coursing. The life span of Basenji is 10-14 years. The Basenji is also called as African Bush Dog, African Barkless Dog, Ango Angari, Congo Dog, Zande Dog.

Basenji - African Bush Dog

Origin / History:
  • The early Basenjis were brought from Central Africa to Egyptian pharaohs as gifts
  • The credit for development of Basenji goes to Veronica Tudor Williams, who traveled through the remotest areas of Africa in search of specimens to better the strain
  • The Basenjis were used as hunting dogs, pointing, retrieving,  and bolting prey
  • Basenji resembles those dogs portrayed in tomb paintings from ancient Egypt 
  • In 1934 the Basenjis were brought to Europe under the name of Congo dog
  • In 1943 the Basenji was recognized by the American Kennel Club

Nature / qualities:
The Basenjis are very intelligent, alert and energetic dogs. They have close and strong bond with their family members and are very affectionate. They are distrustful to strangers and will circle them like prey if they are not supervised. They are very protective to their home and owners.  They need lots of exercise. If not given they become destructive. They are very playful dogs, so they love to run and climb over. If the owner likes to keep them in, then they need to have a high fence, as they like to climb. They are reserved with strangers and socialize well. They are not trusted with non-canine pets. They do not bark, but may yodel, howl, grow, or crow.

Physical Appearance:
The height of Male Basenji is 16-17 inches (41-43 cm) and the weight is 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg). The height of the Female Basenji is 15-16 inches (38-41 cm) and the weight is 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg).  The Basenji is a muscular, medium size and lightly built dog. The head is flat and wrinkled. The eyes are almond shaped and dark hazel to dark brown in color.  The nose is black in color. The ears are small and erect.  The tail curled and set high.  They have small and compact feet. The color of the Basenji is Chestnut red; pure black; tricolor (pure black and chestnut red); or brindle (black stripes on a background of chestnut red); all with white feet, chest and tail tip.

Health Concerns:
The Basenji is prone to Fanconi's syndrome (kidney problems), which must be treated the moment the symptoms are noticed. They are also prone to progressive retinal atrophy, intestinal, and eye problems.

Grooming:
Weekly brushing is recommended.  They need lots of exercise to remain healthy.

Cost:
The cost of purchasing this breed is $ 1200 USD

Advantages:
  • The Basenjis are patient and eager to please
  • They are well with older children as compared to young ones 

Disadvantages:
  • They chase small animals as they do not like and catch and kill them if given chance
  • They do not get along with other dogs


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