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Rafeiro do Alentejo
The Rafeiro do Alentejo dog is an excellent, safe and self-confident guard dog particularly alert at night. It's not a dog for beginners. This dog breed  needs a handler who naturally radiates leadership. Calm, steadfast, and brave, but not aggressive. The Rafeiro do Alentejo dog is independent and weary of strangers. Very watchful, and self-assured, these affectionate dogs are protective with their own family. The Rafeiro do Alentejo can be suspicious of strangers, especially after dark. This dog breed can be stubborn and dominant. When training the Rafeiro do Alentejo breed, the best results are achieved by motivational training methods with a determined, consistent and loving approach. It is very important to begin training as early as possible, because a fully grown dog may be too strong and too big to be corrected latter on in years. The Rafeiro do Alentejo dog has his own ideas and will not cater to his owner's every whim. Sensitive to reprimands and eager to receive affection, the Rafeiro do Alentejo dog will generally get along with other animals. The Rafeiro do Alentejo dog needs to be introduced to them when they are still young. It is important to socialize them while they are still young. This dog breed matures quite slowly, reaching full adulthood at about four years old. The Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs guard, but do not herd, livestock. This breed does not eat much for their size. Extensive early socialization, obedience training and consistent dominant leadership are very important when owning a Rafeiro do Alentejo. This is not the kind of dog to learn useless tricks; they usually want to keep their energy for the real work. Do not allow the Rafeiro do Alentejo to over exert themselves, such as, jumping, running and going up and down stairs, when the Rafeiro do Alentejo is a puppy. The reason is; it needs to save time and energy to develop healthy bones, muscles and tendons. With its highly noble character, it is tough to strangers but docile with children. Undoubtedly this breed of dog is more for defense than attack. Because of its powerful fangs, its courage, and for a dog of its size, the Rafeiro do Alentejo (very fast) is often used in packs for game, wild boar and other large game hunting. This is a corpulent, sober dog, a dog of peaceful demeanor.

Also known as the Portuguese Watchdog or the Alentejo Mastiff, this dog has a head with broad, rounded skull and darkly expressive eyes. Their silhouette is slightly convex and the males have bigger and bulkier heads than females. Their ears are range from small to medium-sized with rounded tips placed halfway along the skull, dangling and bending at the base. The Rafeiro do Alentejo has a short and strong neck, a robust trunk, and broad, deep chest. Both front and rear limbs are upright and strong. Their tail may curl up when in motion or when excited, but it is just usually on a line with the rump and falling underneath and between the hocks.  Read on...

 

Rat Terrier
The Rat Terrier dog is an intelligent, alert and loving breed of dog. This breed of dog is very inquisitive and lively. The Rat Terrier dog is an affectionate dog breed that makes an excellent companion for those who will enjoy an energetic dog. These dogs are good with children, especially if they are raised with them from puppy hood. The Rat Terrier dogs are fairly territorial, and for the most part friendly with strangers. Rat Terriers make good watchdogs. These dogs are quick and very playful and are not barkers. The temperament of these dogs is pure terrier. The lively, feisty, fearless nature can be found in the best of terriers. The Rat Terrier dogs are eager to please and responsive. These dogs and pick up training well, faster than most dogs. The Rat terrier is a very well mannered, well rounded dog. The Rat Terrier dogs are easy to train and very eager to learn and to please their owner. They love to go with you and to do what you do. The Rat Terrier dogs are also very good swimmers, not bashful or afraid and have no problem with the water. The Rat Terrier breeds are good farm dogs as well as excellent family dogs for pets and companionship. This hardy dog is used for hunting expeditions as well as terrier work. The Rat Terrier dog breeds are easy adjusted as mature dogs into families with or without children.

The name "Rat Terrier" calls to mind a very tight, energetic, well muscled dog. They have a deep chest, solid neck, strong shoulders, and powerful legs. Though their bodies are meaty, it is very compact. Their tiny head has a pointed nuzzle. Rat Terriers can be born with either short or full-length tails, both of which remain in their natural state or docked by the time they reach two years. Their ears are upright or tipped and carried erect when the dog is alert.   Read on...
 

 

Redbone Coonhound
The Redbone Coonhound is happy, even-tempered dog breed and very good with children. This breed of dog can be surprisingly affectionate and has a pleasant-sounding bark. The Redbone Coonhound dog loves being with their family. If raised indoors from puppy hood, the Redbone Coonhound dog will adapt well to family life. The Redbone Coonhound dogs are all instinctive hunters, and it is not difficult to train the breed to follow scent and tree a quarry. The Redbone Coonhound dog has a strong desire to please his master. This breed of dogs are able to locate, faster to tree coons than many other Coonhounds. Like other Coonhounds, the Redbone dog breed is alert, quick, and able to work in all types of weather over difficult terrain. Their agility benefits them when hunting in fenced country or steep, rocky ground. With the thrusting grit of a terrier and the pumping stamina of a husky, the Redbone Coonhound dog is every hunter's hot-trailed dream come true. A natural treeing instinct has been bred into the Redbone Coonhound dog, making them specialists in coon hunting. But they are also proficient in trailing and treeing bear, cougar and bobcat. When used on game, the Redbone Coonhound dog often hunts in packs. The Redbone Coonhound dog are known to make excellent water dogs. In the home he is affectionate and kind. The Redbone Coonhound dog should be well socialized at an early age and taught simple obedience like waking on a leash. Be careful with cats and other non-canine pets. If raised with a kitten from puppy hood they may be okay but some Redbone Coonhound dogs try to hunt cats down like raccoons. Some Redbone Coonhounds drool a lot while others do not at all. It all depends on the shape of the lips. The true Coonhound-shaped mouth will drool a lot.

The Redbone Coonhound, often fondly referred to as simply Reds, has an athletic body that gives it the impression of serious working dog. Its legs are long and straight and in proportion with its deep broad chest, proud head, and upright tail. It has compact and cat-like paws while its eyes are dark and sorrowful and its ears, long and hanging ears. This is the only coonhound that has a solid color (usually rich red). It has a short but smooth coat, dense enough to protect its body from the weather. Such muscular built complements its naturally athletic and active lifestyle of hunting. The Reds is an intelligent and agile dog that has been known to scour swamplands and mountains.  Read on...

 

Rhodesian Ridgeback
The Rhodesian Ridgeback dog is a fine hunter breed. The Rhodesian Ridgeback dog enjoys the ferocious in the hunt, but in the home, the Rhodesian Ridgeback dog is a calm, gentle, obedient, and good dog. Good-natured, the Rhodesian Ridgeback dog does better with older children because this dog breed does not want to be pestered or played with roughly. The Rhodesian Ridgeback dog are intelligent, cunning but straight-forward dogs that are loyal to the family. This breed of dog has something of a mind of their own. Brave, vigilant and reserved toward strangers, the Rhodesian Ridgeback dog possess considerable stamina. This breed of dog needs thorough obedience training, socialization with people and other dogs. A firm, but kind hand by this dogs owner can make the Rhodesian Ridgeback dog become an excellent companion. The Rhodesian Ridgeback dog reacts best to an extremely consistent and equable approach to training. This dog is intelligent and learns quickly. However, the Rhodesian Ridgeback dog is also strong and a bit stubborn. Training should be gentle and should start young while the dog is still small enough to manage. The Rhodesian Ridgeback dog are also very good watch dogs, but not suggested for guard dogs. The Rhodesian Ridgeback dog are very protective of owners! This has to be addressed during their early training. This dog breed can be more destructive than a Lab if left unsupervised! Do not overfeed this breed of dog. Males may be combative with other dogs. Provided this dog meets cats and other pets when it is young, any potential problem will be prevented. The Rhodesian Ridgeback dog make excellent jogging companions.

The Rhodesian Ridgeback is so named for the unique appearance of its back, where a ridge is formed by a part of the fur that grows opposite the general direction of hair growth. Its coat is short and shiny, and its outline symmetrical, though it has a long, sleek body. The breed is well known for its endurance and speed, as well as its ability to take down larger game during hunting.  Read on...

 

Rottweiler
The Rottweiler is a dog that loves to work, and has plenty of stamina, power, and endurance. These dogs are fiercely loyal and protective, and will do whatever it takes to defend their loved ones. Many Rottweiler dogs tend to bond to one particular person more than others. The Rottweiler dogs are confident, powerful, and courageous when it comes to there family. However, the Rottweiler dogs are not the right choice for timid and inexperienced dog owners, as they do require proper training and handling. The Rottweiler dogs are responsive and intelligent, and with an assertive trainer who uses positive training methods, the Rottweiler will learn extremely quickly. This dog breed is an extremely territorial dog, and early socialization for this breed is essential. The Rottweiler dog needs firm discipline and consistent training.

It is important to provide regular exercise, plenty of interaction, and mental stimulation for the Rottweiler. These breed of dogs can be a handful, and do have a fair amount of energy. A safe, secure area is essential for these dogs to play and exercise. The Rottweiler dog will need plenty of space, as he is a large dog. Rottweiler dogs tend to get on well with children when brought up with them, and with older children that will not pester them. The Rottweiler dog tends to be aloof around strangers, and care must be taken because of his strong protective streak. The Rottweiler dog needs early socialization and proper training is a key factor to prevent your Rottweiler from getting to aggressive. Early exposure to pets is also important, and the Rottweiler dog can be aggressive towards cats and other dogs. However, with the right family and owner, the Rottweiler dog can make a loyal, devoted, and loving pet.

A Rottweiler dog is a medium large dog breed that is said to have originated from Germany. The said breed is known for its muscular black body, marked with tan patches on the eyebrows, cheeks, muzzle, legs and even the underside of the tail. It has a broad head and a rounded forehead. A pure bred Rottweiler can easily be distinguished by its warm, dark brown eyes and often projects an alert and fearless demeanor by wrinkling its forehead. A Rottweiler dogs tail is docked at the first joint and it has become common practice to have this removed soon after birth for both practical and cosmetic reasons. The practice, however, triggered numerous debates, stating that it is cruel to let the dog experience such pain early on in his life.  Read on...

 

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