The Plott Hound is one of the Coonhound developed in North Carolina to hunt wild boar, bear and raccoon. It is also proficient in tracking and pointing activities. It is the best choice of dog for country dwellers because the dog needs open field and plenty of space to live happily. Plott Hound is the only Coonhound which is not the descendant of Foxhound. The dog is a … [Read more...]
Perro de Presa Canario – The Canary Mastiff
The Perro de Presa Canario is an intimidating breed of enormous size and strength. This breed hails from Canary Islands where it was used on farms for watching and protecting livestock and farmer’s property. It is an imposing and dominant personality; thus it is not for novice or inexperienced dog owner. Through training, the dog can be made obedient and you may never know … [Read more...]
Rafeiro do Alentejo – Portuguese Mastiff
The Rafeiro do Alentejo is a Mastiff type dog that hails from Portugal. Like other Mastiff breeds, this breed is also large with bear like massive head. This breed is one of the 8 national breed of Portugal and is also called Portuguese Mastiff or Portuguese watchdog. The dog makes excellent estate and farm watch dog. It is immensely territorial in nature and will protect … [Read more...]
Pakistani Mastiff – The Bully Kutta
The Pakistani mastiff or Bully Kutta is known as “"Beast from the East." It is too much of dog and is not recommended for novice dog owners. Even the experienced dog owners should firstly make themselves mentally prepared before buying this breed. This giant dog is incredibly powerful, strong headed and dominant. Establishing leadership over the dog is imperative to be safe … [Read more...]
Treeing Walker Coonhound- A Valuable Friend Of Hunter
Treeing Walker Coonhound is a descendant of Foxhound. The breed is still used for hunting raccoons especially at night. This breed is renowned for its eagle like sharp eyes, cheetah like speed and lion like brave heart. If you want a pet dog that remains still inside home, this is not the right choice for you. This dog is full of vigor and needs opportunity to pursue … [Read more...]
Sarplaninac – A Shepherd Dog
Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog or Sarplaninac is a large, fluffy and cuddly kind of dog. The dog has got its name from Sar Mountains which is its native place. The dog has a naturally protective instinct and his primarily job was to protect, herd and guard livestock and cattle from wolf, lynx, bear and foxes. Even being a hulk, it is domesticated by dog lovers because of its calm … [Read more...]
Tamaskan Dog – A Wolf Like Dog With A Gentle Heart
Tamaskan Dog breed was particularly developed to have a dog of wolf like appearance. The dog is a jack of all trade. It is versatile in many fields like agility, obedience, pulling carts/ sleds, search and rescue mission and dog’s sports. The dog looks like a wolf but behaves like a dog. It craves for constant companionship of human and goes into depression if left … [Read more...]
Pointer Dog : Facts, Characteristics, Puppies
The pointer is a breed of dog which has been bred for thousand years to point birds and other small animals like rabbits. It excels in other arena too which includes strength and stamina. From agility to performing in show ring, the dog can master over any skills. It is a highly trainable dog and makes excellent companion to active people. The dog has a strong desire to work … [Read more...]