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Know more about the different breeds of dogs...
Do you think that dogs really are a man's best friend ?
Then this page is for you! I have collected some information over the years regarding different breeds of dogs, Why ? Because I am a big dog lover myself! Hope you really enjoy and learn more about dogs from the info that I am going to give below....
If you are going to get a new dog but is not sure which one, you can make up your mind by just browsing through the pics. This kind of makes your search easier.
I didn't include detailed description about each kind of dog because the group I have put them in pretty much summarizes their characteristics. Plus, I wanted to include a lot of pics which would make you take an interest in some of the dogs and help you proceed from there to get more info.
If you want to know more about choosing, training and caring for your dog - click here.
UPDATE - GO TO MY SECOND DOGGY LENS TO SEE SOME NEW CUTE POSTERS!
UPDATE - ADDED THE CUTE DOG PICTURE OF THE DAY MODULE!
Contents at a Glance
My Dog Story
When I turned 7 they decided it was time for me to get my first doggy as a pet. She was a Doberman Pinscher. Having her was one of the best things that happened in my life. She was fiercely protective of me and was ready to attack anyone who tried to mess with me. Such unconditional love... so hard to find in humans nowadays right ?
This lens is, in a way, a tribute to her. She passed away when I was in college. I didn't get a dog after that. But now, am just thinking of getting not one but two of em!
Looking forward to double the doggy memories....
Doberman Pinscher on Wikipedia
Want to know more about Doberman Pinschers ? Here's an article from Wiki which you might find helpful.
The Doberman Pinscher (alternatively spelled Dobermann in many countries) or Doberman is a breed of domestic dog originally developed around 1890 by Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann. Dobermann Pinschers are among the most common of pet breeds, and the breed is well known as an intelligent, alert, and loyal companion dog. Although once commonly used as guard dogs or police dogs, this is less common today. In many countries, Dobermann Pinschers are one of the most recognizable breeds, in part because of their actual roles in society, and in part because of media attention (see temperament). Careful breeding has improved the disposition of this breed, and the modern Dobermann Pinscher is an energetic and lively breed suitable for companionship and family life.
Funny Dog Picture Of The Day!
Superdog! - Off To Save The World!
Dog Terms
Canine is another word for dog or doglike. The term comes from the Latin word canis.
Crossbred means a dog whose parents belong to different breeds.
Litter refers to a group of puppies born at the same time.
Mongrel is a dog of mixed ancestry.
Pedigree is a record of a purebred dog's ancestors.
Puppy is a dog which is less than a year old.
Purebred means a dog whose parents are of mixed descent, but are of the same breed.
Studbook is a book in which breeders register the pedigrees of dogs.
Whelp is the puppy that still feeds on its mother's milk. This term also means to give birth to puppies.
What you will find here....
- Funny Dog Picture Of The Day!
- Dog Terms
- Sporting Dogs
- Sporting Dogs 2010 Calendar
- Hounds
- Hound Charm
- Working Dogs
- Husky Dog Talking - " I love you"
- Working Dogs Socks
- Herding Dogs
- Dog-Opoly
- Terriers
- Yomiko Yorkshire Terrier Large
- Toy Dogs
- A Recommended Toy Dog Guide
- Nonsporting Dogs
- Dogs With Unusual Characteristics
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Sporting Dogs
1. Pointers
2. Setters
3. Retrievers, and
4. Spaniels
How to differentiate among these breeds of sporting dogs.
Pointers and Setters are generally used for game hunting. They smell the air to locate the birds and then help the hunter by pointing their body towards the game.
Retrievers pick up the already dead birds and bring them back to the hunter. They can retrieve birds from land as well as in water.
Spaniels help hunters by scaring off the birds from bushes.
Here are the different types of sporting dogs :
English Setter
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The English Setter is a breed of dog. It is part of the Setter family, which includes red Irish Setters, Irish Red and White Setters. (Read more from Wikipedia : English Setter).
More Pages On English Setters -
English Setter Information and Pictures
American Kennel Club - English Setter
Another Chance for English Setters
English Setter Association UK
Golden Retriever
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The Golden Retriever is a breed of dog, historically developed as a gundog to retrieve shot waterfowl and upland game during hunting. (Read more from Wikipedia - Golden Retriever)
More Pages On Golden Retrievers -
Golden Retriever Club of America - All About Goldens
Top Golden Retriever Sites
GRREAT - Golden Retriever Rescue, Education and Training
The Golden Retriever Club
Pointer
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A pointing breed is a type of gundog typically used in finding game.
(Read more : Pointer)
More Pages On Pointers :
Pointer Dog
Pointers Dog Breeds
Pointer (breed of dog)
Adopt a Pointer
Irish Water Spaniel
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a breed of dog that is the largest and one of the oldest of spaniels. It is also one of the rarest.
(Know more : Irish Water Spaniel)
More Pages On Irish Water Spaniels :
American Kennel Club - Irish Water Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel Information and Pictures
Irish Water Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel Puppies
Labrador Retriever
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The Labrador Retriever (also Labrador, Labby, or Lab for short) is one of several kinds of retriever, a type of gun dog.(Read more : Labrador Retriever)
More pages :
American Kennel Club - Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retriever Information and Pictures
Labrador Retriever Breeder Directory
Lab Rescue
Brittany
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The Brittany is a breed of gun dog primarily bred for bird hunting. (Read more : Brittany)
More Pages on Brittany :
Brittany Spaniel Information and Pictures
American Brittany Rescue
American Kennel Club - Brittany
Brittany Dog: Training Tips & Information For Brittany Dog Breeds
American Cocker Spaniel
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The American Cocker Spaniel is a medium size breed of dog similar to the English Cocker Spaniel. (Read more : American Cocker Spaniel)
More Useful Pages :
American Cocker Spaniel Information and Pictures
American Spaniel Club Inc. - Home of the Cocker Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniel Information, Pictures and Puppies
American Kennel Club - Cocker Spaniel
Gordon Setter
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A Gordon Setter is a large breed of dog, a member of the setter family that includes the better-known Irish Setter. (Read more : Gordon Setter)
More Pages and Information :
Gordon Setter Information and Pictures
American Kennel Club - Gordon Setter
Welcome to the Gordon Setter Club of America
Welcome to Triseter - Home of World Famous Gordon Setters and Pugs
German shorthaired pointer
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The German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP) is a breed of dog developed in the 1800s in Germany for hunting. (Courtesy : German Shorthaired Pointer).
More Useful Pages :
American Kennel Club - German Shorthaired Pointer
German Shorthaired Pointer Information and Pictures
GSPCA German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America
German Shorthaired Pointer - Breeders - Puppies - Australia
English Springer Spaniel
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The English Springer Spaniel is a breed of gun dog traditionally used for flushing and retrieving game. It is one of many spaniel breeds. (Courtesy : Wikipedia).
More Useful English Springer Spaniel Pages :
American Kennel Club - English Springer Spaniel
English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association
Southern English Springer Spaniel Society
Weimaraner
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Large breed of hound having a smooth greyish coat; originated in Germany. (Courtesy : Word Net Web).
More Useful Pages :
Weimaraner puppies from the best kennel in Europe
Weimaraner (breed of dog) -- Britannica Online Encyclopedia
Weimaraner Club of America
Weimaraner Pics Contributed By A Lensmaster
I have to thank funface for giving me this link - Weimaraner Pics. The photos are super duper cute. Do check them out!
Sporting Dogs 2010 Calendar
Sporting Dogs 2010 Wall Calendar
This new wall calendar for 2010 features paintings of dogs for the animal enthusiast. Artwork by Jim Killen. This wall calendar opens to a generous size and is printed on embossed linen paper with a brass grommet for reinforcement.
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Hounds
Scent Hounds track the sense of an animal by running their nose to the ground.
Gazehounds or Sight hounds were bred to hunt game by sight. Examples of gazehounds are the Afghan hound and the Saluki.
Afghan Hound
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A large, slender hunting dog having long, thick hair, a pointed muzzle, and drooping ears. (Courtesy : Best Friends Pet Care).
More Useful Pages on Afghan Hounds :
The Afghan Hound, The King of Dogs
Afghan Hound Review
Afghan Hounds International
Afghan Hound World
Basenji
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The Basenji is a breed of hunting dog that was bred from stock originating in central Africa. (Read More : Basenji).
Basenji.Net
The Basenji
Basenji Dogs - Basenji Dog Breed
Basenji Club of America Home
Greyhound
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A tall slender dog of an ancient breed noted for swiftness and keen sight; used as a racing dog. (Read More : Greyhound)
More Useful Pages On Greyhounds :
Greyhound Dogs
Save the Greyhound Dogs
Greyhound Pictures
Greyhound Information - Greyhound Facts - Greyhound Info
Borzoi
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The Borzoi is a breed of domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) also called the Russian Wolfhound. (Read the full definition from Wikipedia)
More Useful Pages on Borzoi :
Borzoi Dog Pictures
Borzoi dog picture, rescue information and Borzoi puppies for sale
Dog Owner's Guide Profile: The Borzoi
How to Identify a Borzoi Dog
Bloodhound
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A bloodhound (also known as the St. Hubert hound) is a large breed of dog bred for the specific purpose of tracking human beings. - Courtesy : Wikipedia
More Useful Pages on Bloodhounds :
Bloodhound Dog Breed
Funny Pictures of the 'Bloodhound' Dog Breed
Bloodhound Profile
Bloodhound Dog Breed Information
Norwegian Elkhound
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The Norwegian Elkhound is one of the ancient Northern Spitz-type breed of dog and is the National Dog of Norway. The Elkhound has served as a hunter, guardian, herder, and defender. (Courtesy : Wikipedia)
More Useful Pages :
The Norwegian Elkhound
Norwegian Elkhound information, pictures and puppies
Norwegian Elkhounds: What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em?
Norwegian Elkhound Information, Facts, Pictures, Training and Grooming
Saluki
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An ancient sighthound breed of dog with a silky coat originating in the Middle East, once sacred to the Egyptians. (Read more : Saluki)
More Useful Pages :
Saluki Breed History
Saluki Dog
Saluki - Dog Breeders and Kennels in Europe
Saluki: Dog Breeds, Info and Pictures
Beagle
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More Related Pages :
The Beagle Dog Breed
Beagle Dog Information
Beagles - Beagle Puppies - Beagle Rescue
Beagle Dog Training Tips
Hound Charm
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Dog, Basset Hound Charm - Gold Plate
A charm is a sentimental journey you can hold in your hand to relive precious memories recall special occasions for a lifetime. It is the classic collectible. No other gift captures a moment as clearly as a fashionable and affordable charm. Celebrate dogs with this miniature work of art. Charm available in Sterling Silver Gold Plate 10K Yellow Gold and 14K Yellow Gold.
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Working Dogs
Alaskan Malamutes,Samoyeds, and Siberian huskies pull sleds.
St.Bernards(made super famous in cartoons) and Newfoundlands were bred for rescue work.
Husky Dog Talking - " I love you"
One Of The Cutest Videos I Have Ever Seen!
Alaskan Malamute
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More Useful Pages :
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Malamute Puppies, Home of the Big Bear Mals
Alaskan Malamutes Breed-FAQ
Alaskan Malamute HELP League (AMHL)
Mastiff
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More Useful Pages :
Mastiff Dog Breeds
English Mastiff
Mastiff Dogs
Mastiff Dogs (India)
Samoyed
St. Bernard
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More Related Pages :
Wallpapers of Saint Bernard Dog
Saint Bernard (dog) Facts, information, pictures
St. Bernard Puppy
How to train a st. bernard dog
Great Dane
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More Related Pages :
The Great Dane Dog Breed
Great Dane Dog Breed Information
Information on Great Dane dogs
Great Dane dog harness, Great Dane big muzzle
Boxer
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More Related Pages :
Boxers Photos, History, Breed Profile, and more
All About Boxers
Boxer Dog Breed Pictures - Photos of Boxers
BoxerHub - Boxer Dogs
Working Dogs Socks
Working Dogs Socks
These lightweight cotton socks provide a great combination of high quality materials and excellent artwork.
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Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds
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The Dog Breed Bible: Descriptions and Photos of Every Breed Recognized by the AKC
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World Atlas of Dog Breeds
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The Howell Book of Dogs: The Definitive Reference to 300 Breeds and Varieties
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Dogs: The Ultimate Dictionary of Over 1,000 Dog Breeds
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Famous Dogs In History & Legend
Balto - An Eskimo dog, led a dog team that carried diptheria serum 1,050 kilometres through an Alaskan blizzard from Nenana to Nome in 1925.
Barry - A St. Bernard, rescued 40 people lost in the snows of Switzerland's St.Bernard pass in about 1800.
Caesar - A terrier, was the pet of King Edward VII of Great Britain. He walked ahead of kings and princes in his master's funeral procession in 1910.
Cerberus - The three headed dog of Greek mythology, guarded the gates to the underworld.
Igloo - A fox terrier, was the special pet of Admiral Richard E.Byrd. He flew with Byrd on flights over the North and South poles.
Last, and definitely not the least
Laika - The world's first space traveller. Laika was sent to outer space in an artificial earth satellite in the year of 1957.
Different Dog Breeds Poster!
Herding Dogs
Collie
Briard
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Useful Related Pages :
Briard Dog Pictures
Dog Owner's Guide Profile: The Briard
The Briard as a Family Dog: The French Sheepdog That Loves Kids
Briard Dog and Puppies
Old English Sheepdog
German Shepherd Dog
Shetland Sheepdog
Border Collie
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Dog-Opoly
Dog-Opoly
Dog-opoly is a tail-wagging good time. Buy your favorite dogs, arranged around the board from Chihuahua to Great Dane. You may become theproud owner of the neighborhood butcher shop or the ever popular fire hydrant! Buy Dog Houses and trade them in for Big Bones. Collect $200 every time you pass Go Fetch!...or pay $200 because you have fleas! Dog-opoly is a game that celebrates our fabulous four-legged friends. Fun for family and friends. The perfect gift for any dog lover. For ages 8 and up, 2 to 6 players.
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Terriers
Skye Terrier
Wheaten Terrier
Irish Terrier
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More Related Info :
Dog Breeds: Irish Terrier
Irish Terrier Photos
Training Irish Terriers
We Love Irish Terriers : ARTICLES
Pit Bull Terrier
Yomiko Yorkshire Terrier Large
Yomiko Yorkshire Terrier Large
Yomiko Classic Dogs. You don't have to be a judge at the Westminster dog show to know these new Yomiko Classics plush canines are all top dogs. A breed apart from the rest,choose the pick of the liter. Made of caress and with embossed Yomiko Classics charm and special hangtag, each is so realistic.you might be tempted to enter one in the next Kennel Club show.(surface washable).
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Eck - "I actually purchased this stuffed dog as a "stand-in" for a live yorkie Toto in our youth theater's production of "The Wizard of Oz." When the order arrived, I was more than pleased with this little pooch. Not only did he look just like our real Toto, but the quality and detailing of the toy was fantastic. Its facial expression is quite life-like, its fur is super-soft, and its coloring is perfectly done. At a quick glance it could be easily mistaken for a real dog, and it is even cuter in person than in the picture. I had done a lot of online scouting for our stuffed Toto, and this one was, without a doubt, the perfect double!"
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Toy Dogs
I find them the cutest of the lot. These type of breeds are really small. There are 17 small breed of dogs which fall under this category. In addition to these, Manchester Terriers are also considered as part of the toy group especially at dog shows.
The largest toy dog is the cavalier King Charles spaniel which weighs up to just 9 kilos!
A Recommended Toy Dog Guide
Small Dogs, Big Hearts: A Guide to Caring for Your Little Dog
Small Dogs, Big Hearts: A Guide to Caring for Your Little Dog , Revised Edition
Small Dogs, Big Hearts is an updated and expanded edition of the classic The Irrepressible Toy Dog. It features the very latest, safest, and fastest training methods for little dogs. There's no need to use training methods from the past that don't work well with most dogs, let alone little ones who view the world and their owners from a very different vantage point. You'll find everything you need to know to train your little dog, from housetraining to house manners, in this updated volume.
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Nonsporting Dogs
These dogs are kept chiefly as pets. There are about 13 breeds in this group. Nonsporting dogs were originally bred for work or sport. Poodles, for example, once retrieved ducks for French hunters. Dalmations were used originally to guard horse-drawn vehicles. But they were also used to herd cattle and hunt for game.
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Cats or Dogs?
I would prefer a dog to a cat ANYDAY! Not that I hate cats, but dogs seem more loyal and friendly.
Dogs are way better than cats?
Fetching blurbs now... please stand byAbsolutely. Cats cannot be trusted! They lack that connection with their owners and are only bothered about when and where they will get their food.
Your-Pet-Store-With-More says:
At the risk of alienating cat lovers, I would have to say dogs. Although cats are cuddly, you can do more with a dog AND they'll cuddle with you.
Posted January 06, 2010
SylviaD says:
Had dogs all my life... my mother had 2 cats at one point, but overall, I'd vote for dogs over cats. They're much more interactive and fun to have around.
Posted January 02, 2010
PuppyTraining4You says:
I think dogs are more personal but I do have a cat that's pretty loyal.
Posted December 23, 2009
Kapalbility says:
YES! Dogs are happy to see you arrive home, cats aren't. Dogs will protect you from bad guys, cats wont. Dog hairs do not give me asthma attacks, cat hairs do. OK, the last one could be biased, but hey, the first two reasons are good enough!
Posted December 20, 2009
Yikes! Dogs suck. They aren't as cuddly and cute as cats!
mulberry says:
No way I could chose! (I'm putting my vote here because one of my cats is sitting here on the desk and though I'm fairly certain he can't read...one never knows with cats)
Posted November 11, 2009
PetMemorialWorld says:
I like cats because you don't own them, they just let you feed them now and then.
Posted April 04, 2009
Dkprincess6 says:
I have to say cats. I have both right now, but I grew up with more cats than I did dogs. I like how independent cats are.
Posted March 31, 2009
mysticmama says:
Actually dogs are great...I just now like cats a little better since I got kitty Wompuss, but then again Maine Coons are very dog like, lmao
Posted March 27, 2009
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- JollyvilleChick JollyvilleChick Feb 1, 2010 @ 10:02 pm
- Great pictures and well organized. Our border collie & blue heeler mix is very smart and tons of fun. Except she doesn't like the water, which is a drag because my husband and I love the beach. 5* to your lens!
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- alberttwolf alberttwolf Jan 24, 2010 @ 2:55 pm
- Very good lens. We used to have Afgan hound when I was little and later we had two crossbreeds. Actually, we have no idea what breeds they had in them, quite a few different ones, but they were really awesome dogs.
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- SylviaD SylviaD Jan 2, 2010 @ 3:49 pm
- So many gorgeous dogs in your collection, but I have to say the golden Great Dane in the chair gave me the biggest laugh. Very nice page.
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