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Weimaraner
The Weimaraner dog is a very strong minder, independent,
and energetic dog, with lots so stamina. The Weimaraner
breeds are large dogs have boundless energy. The
Weimaraner dog needs to be in a household that is
active, as well as with people that have plenty of time
and devotion to dedicate to a dog. The Weimaraner dogs
do not like to be confined or neglected, this can lead
to boredom, frustration, and destructive behavior. These
dogs need early socialization. Consistent training, and
an assertive owner with some experience of dog ownership
and training is needed. The Weimaraner breed of dog will
delight in taking part in a range of outdoors activities
with his owner. The Weimaraner dog is an ideal companion
for those that enjoy outdoor recreation. Although the
Weimaraner dog breed can be very strong willed, which
can make training a challenge. The Weimaraner dog is
also highly intelligent and responsive with the right
trainer. Some Weimaraner dog breeds can be difficult to
housebreak.
The Weimaraner dog breed tends to get along okay with
children. This breed of dogs large size may mean that he
may inadvertently knocks down a small child. The
Weimaraner dog can be bossy with other dogs, and smaller
animals may be viewed as prey, including cats. When it
comes to strangers the Weimaraner is cautious and wary.
The Weimaraner dog does make an effective watchdog and
will raise the alarm if something appears to be amiss.
Although the Weimaraner dog breed can seem like a
handful, these large dogs make excellent companions and
pets for owners with the time, energy, and training
ability to handle them effectively.
The Weimaraner dog breed is a medium to large sized bird dog with
a muscular body, a deep chest and a long neck with a
slightly pointed face.
The Weimaraner dog breed long ears are folded and hang
close to the head and its tail is usually cut-off to a
length of about 6 inches. It was developed in Germany
from ancestors that probably included bird dogs,
bloodhounds and Great Danes. Also known as the “The
Forester’s Dog”, it was a breed that fulfilled all the
requirements of a German hunter. It possesses fine
aristocratic features while at the same time having a
body that is of the functional working type.
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Welsh Springer
Spaniel
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a
very sociable, cheerful, and friendly creature. This is
a dog that makes for a great family pet and companion,
suiting both the experienced and the inexperienced dog
owner. These dogs are highly intelligent, quick to
learn, responsive, and eager to please, all of which
adds up to easier training. They are good natured dogs,
with plenty of affection, and love to give. The Welsh
Springer Spaniel loves to be around his family, and
enjoys interactive play and activity. He is a tactile
dog, and is fully of sloppy licks and kisses for his
loved ones. This is not a dog for those that want an
aloof pet. Nor are the Welsh Springer Spaniel for those
with little time to dedicate to their pet. The Welsh
Springer Spaniel dog is very attentive, but also very
sensitive, so training methods must always be calm and
positive.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel dog breed does not like to be
handled roughly. The Welsh Springer Spaniel dog is a
loyal breed of dog and this dog gets along well with
kids. Care should be taken with smaller, boisterous
children though. Some younger Welsh Springer Spaniels
can wet themselves from excitement, stress, or nerves.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel are reserved when it comes to
strangers, and will generally bark to raise the alarm if
anything seems amiss, making them effective watchdogs.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel dog breed gets along well
with other pets. In order to instill confidence, early
socialization is recommended with the Welsh Springer
Spaniel. The Welsh Springer Spaniel dog is the perfect
dog for an active person or family, with plenty of love
and devotion to give back to their pet.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a
hardy sporting dog that is especially popular in Wales
and Western England. It has small ears that hang close
to the cheeks and a tail that is clipped short. The
straight, silky coat forms a feathery fringe on its
belly, legs and ears which is soft to the touch. It is
often referred to as the Welsh Springer and was used to
be known as the Welsh Cocker. It is an attractive dog
that comes in a convenient size. Its body allows for
hard work and endurance with a coat thick enough to
offer protection from the weather.
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Welsh Terrier
The Welsh Terrier is an active,
playful dog with plenty of enthusiasm for everything he
does. Spirited and alert, the Welsh Terrier dog breed
has an outgoing personality. The Welsh Terrier dog is
loyal and affectionate. These dog breeds are
intelligent, with a high learning rate and an eagerness
to please. However, The Welsh Terrier dog can also very
independent and manipulative. Training a challenge for
the Welsh Terrier dog. The Welsh Terrier dog breed needs
an owner with confidence, assertiveness, and some
experience in dog ownership and training. This dog breed
is energetic and requires and fair amount of exercise.
Play areas, where he is not on a leash, must be secured
and safe. The Welsh Terrier dog does have an inquisitive
nature and could easily wander off. Early socialization
is recommended with the Welsh Terrier dog to promote
stability, and training should always be firm yet
positive.
The Welsh Terrier breed of dog is a born digger. The
Welsh Terrier dog also loves the sound of his own voice,
so he is not the right choice for those looking for a
quiet life. This breed of dog does make an effective
watchdog, and is cautious around strangers. The Welsh
Terrier dogs will be fine around gentle, older children,
but do not take to rough handling. This breed of dog
tends to chase smaller animals unless properly
socialized with them. Although some can be accepting of
other dogs, they are not afraid to rise to a challenge.
Possessiveness is a trait to look out for with the Welsh
Terrier dog. Some Welsh Terrier dogs can be very
protective of their belongings and food. The Welsh
Terrier dog will make a good pet or companion for a
confident owner, with an active lifestyle and time to
dedicate to a pet.
The Welsh Terrier dog is an old breed
of dog that resembles a small Airedale. This breed of
dog has small
V-shaped ears that fold over and hang close to the
cheeks. This sturdy, rugged dog breed has a thick
wire-textured coat. Its tail is cut short and carried
upright. This gives an impression of a square shape with
its height approximately the same as its length. The Welsh
Terrier dog is one of the breeds most common nicknames, was
also known as the Old English Terrier dog or Black-and-Tan
Wired Haired Terrier dog. Its place of origin is Wales where
it was used extensively as a sporting dog.
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West Highland
White Terrier
The West Highland White Terrier is
an adaptable, intelligent, and confident little dog, The
West Highland White Terrier dog has become an enormously
popular family pet over the years. These spirited dogs
thrive on the affection, interaction, and companionship
of their owners. The West Highland White Terrier dogs
has lots of energy to burn up. This breed of dog is not
the right choice of dog for those with little time or
inclination to be active. The West Highland White
Terrier dogs do need a fair amount of exercise,
preferably interactive play and activity. The West
Highland White Terrier breed of dog is courageous,
inquisitive, and loves to chase. This breed of dog must
be supervised in a safe and secure area when he is not
on a leash. These dogs can be a little arrogant,
stubborn, and demanding, and are best suited to those
with some experience of dog ownership and training. The
West Highland White Terrier dogs are very intelligent,
eager to please. Quick to learn, the West Highland White
Terrier dog makes training less of a challenge. These
dogs also have excellent problem solving skills.
The West Highland White Terrier dog will bark to raise
an alarm, which makes this breed an effective watchdog.
The West Highland White Terrier dogs love to dig, and
many are a little too fond of the sound of their own
bark, so be prepared for anything but a quiet life. The
West Highland White Terrier dog can have a possessive
streak when it comes to his food and belongings. He
tends to try to dominant same sex dogs. He does not get
along well with cats at all. Because of his high prey
instinct, the West Highland White Terrier dog will
avidly chase and probably catch smaller running dogs and
other pets. This dog should not be trusted around them.
The West Highland White Terrier dog tends to get along
with visitors, and is fine around older, gentle
children. Younger kids may be too boisterous and rough
for his liking.
The West Highland White Terrier or
the Westie is a hardy dog developed in Scotland to hunt
small game. It has a compact body and short muscular
legs with an upright tail measuring about 5 to 6 inches
long. Its ears are small and pointed and are carried
erect. The Westie’s coat consists of a soft thick
undercoat and an outer coat of coarse straight hair
about 2 inches long. It closely resembles a Cairn
Terrier which is believed to be its ancestor. It used to
be known as the Poltalloch Terrier after the man who
developed the modern Westie. He believed that the use of
white dogs in hunting vermin is more advantageous due to
its high visibility amongst the rocks. Other previous
names were Roseneath Terrier and White Roseneath
Terrier.
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Whippet
The Whippet is an affectionate,
gentle, and sweet dog. The Whippet has an amiable
attitude. These dog breeds are devoted pets and
companions. The Whippet dogs are fine with inexperienced
owners as well as the more experienced. The Whippet dogs
like to have a run around and play, but is also happy
enjoying the doggy comforts of home. These dogs love the
attention of their owners, and enjoy interactive play.
The Whippet dog does require daily exercise, and this
dog breed loves to play. The Whippet dogs area must be
safe and secure. The Whippet dogs is very agile and will
be off and away before you realize. These dogs are very
in tune with the emotions of their owners, and are
sensitive and sometimes timid. Early socialization is
important with the whippet dog to promote a more
confident, outgoing personality. When these dogs put
their minds to something and see something that they
think must be chased, Whippets are intensely focused.
However, the Whippet dogs enjoys snuggling up with their
owners and relaxing on the furniture.
The Whippet dogs will get on well with children. but the
Whippet dog is fragile and should not be around younger,
boisterous children that may pester and rough handle
him. Some Whippet dogs may be timid around strangers,
whereas others will be polite. The Whippet dogs do make
good watchdogs, as they will bark when something appears
to be amiss. With early socialization the Whippet dogs
should get on okay with household pets. Owners however
may want to be cautious around smaller, running dogs or
pets that could be seen as prey. Like other sight hounds
the Whippet dog is very sensitive breed to touch, and
should not be startled with unexpected physical contact.
Their intelligence, eagerness to please, and quick
learning rate makes these dogs relatively easy to train,
although corrections must always be verbal because of
their sensitive nature.
A Whippet is a petite, graceful
dog that resembles a greyhound. It has an arched neck,
small ears that are carried folded and a long tapering
tail. The coat is short and smooth that may come in
various colors. Whippets were bred in Northern England
by crossing greyhounds with terriers. The early owners
of this breed of dog were mostly working class people
such as factory and mine workers. It was because of this
that the Whippets earned the name “poor man’s greyhound”
or the “poor man’s racehorse”. The owners raced their
dog in fields and town roads during non-working days. A
piece of cloth was used as a lure which eventually
resulted to having these races to be known as “rag
races”.
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Wire Fox
Terrier
The Wire Fox Terrier breed is an
affectionate, lively, and alert little dog. This is a
breed that is impulsive, inquisitive, and loves to run
or chase things. The Wire Fox Terrier dog is very agile
and fast, and must always be provided with a secure and
safe area in which to exercise and play when not on a
leash. The Wire Fox Terrier dog has an abundance of
energy. The Wire Fox Terrier dog needs a good amount of
exercise, so he is best suited to very active families.
This breed of dog is independent, yet this dog breed
thrives on the companionship, attention, and love of his
family. These dogs need physical interaction and mental
stimulation. The Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not suited
for those with little time for their pets. Alert, with a
very good sense of sight and sound, the Wire Fox Terrier
breed makes a good watchdogs. The Wire Fox Terrier dog
breeds does have a strong stubborn streak and can be
manipulative, so is best suited to those with some
experience of dog ownership. The Wire Fox Terrier dogs
needs early socialization, and firm yet positive
training.
The Wire Fox Terrier dogs can have a real possessive
streak when it comes to his belongings and food, and
will think nothing of starting a fight with another
animal over it. These dogs are not best suited to
multi-pet households, and will be bossy with other dogs
and predatory with smaller animals including cats. The
Wire Fox Terrier gets along with older, gentle children
that will not pester or rough handle him. They tend to
be sociable with strangers when properly socialized.
Although they can be a handful with their continual
whirlwind of activity, the Wire Fox Terrier can make a
very good pet and companion for the right family or
owner.
The Wire Fox Terrier has an almost
flat skull, sloping slightly and decreasing in width
toward the eyes. Its ears fold forward to form “V”
shaped flaps dropping close to the cheeks. Its eyes are
moderately small, dark in color and project an
expression of keenness and fierceness. The tail is cut
soon after birth so that it will be 4 ½ inches long when
the dog is fully grown. The old English breed has a well
built body dressed in a wiry coat with hairs growing so
closely together that its skin cannot be seen even if it
is parted with the fingers. Speed, power, and endurance
complete the picture of a Wire Fox Terrier.
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Wirehaired
Pointing Griffon
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is
very trustworthy dog. Eager to please, The Wirehaired
Pointing Griffon are very dependable. The Wirehaired
Pointing Griffon is an excellent choice for a loving
family pet. These dogs are well suited to both
experienced and inexperienced dog owners. The high
intelligence and learning rate of the Wirehaired
Pointing Griffon dogs makes training less of a
challenge. Although housebreaking can prove difficult
with some. The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs thrive
on companionship, mental and physical stimulation, and
the affection of their owners. Lack of exercise and too
much time along can lead to destructive behavior as well
as excessive barking. If you are a house proud person
you may want to think twice before opting for this breed
of dog, as they can be quite messy and sloppy around the
house.
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can be stubborn and
independent, but is also sensitive. Training must be
consistent, firm yet positive. Early socialization is
required to promote a stable and confident temperament,
as some Wirehaired Pointing Griffons dogs can become
timid. The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs fare best
with children that are older and respectful. These dogs
are naturally cautious around strangers. A well
socialized Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dog will get
along with other animals, although some may think that
cats are just begging to be chased. The Wirehaired
Pointing Griffon will bark to raise an alarm if
something appears to be amiss, making him an effective
watchdog. A confident, patient, and active owner, the
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs will find that they
make a wonderful companion and devoted pet.
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is
a sturdy dog with an outer double coat consisting of a
stiff bristly outer coat and a soft undercoat. It has a
noble, square-shaped head and is strong of limb that has
its origins in the Netherlands but was mainly developed
in France. It is a breed that can cover any terrain
encountered by a walking hunter. It is often described
as the ultimate walking hunter’s gun dog. “Korthal’s
Griffon” was its former name after the man who worked
for its development. The manner of hunting is
characterized by slow but deliberate tracking of game
following the scent. It is trained to freeze to a point
with its cropped tail extending and its square nose
pointing to the located game.
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