sábado, 14 de abril de 2012

The dog's glamor

The origin of the Maltese is quite controversial, but no consensus as to its antiquity. Some historians attribute the inspiration for many Maltese drawings and sculptures found in excavations and documents dating from 4000 BC. There are also differences concerning the country of origin of the Maltese, with a stream of historians argues that, in fact, the Maltese dog would be an Asian, that would have been brought to Europe by nomads.
Despite the controversy, it is true that the Maltese have their first records in Europe in the fifteenth century, probably coming from the island of Malta, Italy, where they were used as 'currency' by the sailors. Its existence, however, was surrounded by many legends, including that attributed to its healing properties and the anti-rheumatic. So it was not difficult to find gloves or shawls made from the fur of the Maltese.

Anyway, regardless of their origin, it is known with certainty that the Maltese was developed with the sole purpose of being a companion dog and was widely adopted by European royalty as dogs 'neck'. The Queen Mary Stuart of Scotland, had his Maltese and gained enormous popularity in England.

quinta-feira, 12 de abril de 2012

The Labrador is not amazing?

Labrador Retriever, or simply Labrador, is originally from Newfoundland or Newfoundland, on the east coast of Canada, where it was used by fishermen to pull their nets for the land. To avoid being mistaken for another race in the region, Newfoundland (much bigger and heavier than Labrador), was called simply Labrador.
The Canadian coastline, was introduced in England about 1830, where, due to its excellent nose, gained new activities being considered as an excellent hunting dog. It's a retriever by nature, or acts in tandem with the man during the hunt, waiting for the owner to shoot the bird and then go get it fast. The dog must always deliver it intact. To fulfill its task, the Labrador is able to face any obstacle, whether on land or water, where to be an excellent swimmer, goes very well

Bichon frize: very cute!


Of French origin, the bichon frize is a small dog friendly, cheerful, lively and docile. It is very active, loves to play and need to exercise regularly.

Light of gait, the bichon frize has a muzzle and a beautiful coat medium long, curly hair.

As with other breeds, such as the poodle, the bichon frize coat grows continuously and needs regular grooming. Eye rims bichon frize and eyelids are dark, the eyes are rounded, looking very lively.

The drop ears are well furnished, and also have long hair, curly hair. The tail is carried high bichon frize, and his coat is thin, silky, with approx. 7-10 cm long.

The maximum height desired for the Bichon Frise is 30 cm, when measured for height.

The incredible rottweiler!

The origins of the breed rottweiler are remote, and the various hypotheses. The German Rottweiler is to ensure that the creation of absolutely German, the city of Rottweil and the origin of the name of the breed. The rottweiler would therefore have originated from the mastiff of Tibet, which served the Romans as a guard and drive cattle.

The Rottweiler is a medium size dog up to large, neither heavy nor light. Is not high, your body is short, compact and robust.

The Rottweiler is a dog of remarkable intelligence, their devotion and hard work are extraordinary, and his obedience, incorruptibility, strength and tenacity.

The general appearance of the breed rottweiler shows, at first glance, spontaneity and courage. His tranquil gaze denotes softness and absolute fidelity. The character of the Rottweiler is free from anxiety and nervousness, without guile or deceit.

The eyes are of medium size, dark brown, and express tenderness and fidelity.

The Rottweiler's coat is short, dense, of the rectum, without undercoat on neck size only in the longer forelimbs, rear, and tail, while the rest of the body has a shorter coat and well fitting.

The desired height for the male specimen of the breed rottweiler varies from 60 to 68 cm, when measured for height. The females measure from 55 to 65 cm, always in harmony with the general structure of the dog.

quarta-feira, 11 de abril de 2012

The First Dog: golden retriever!

The Golden Retriever is a very intelligent dog, obedient and is able to perform many different functions.

Dark eyes and body well balanced, the Golden Retriever has a coat smooth or wavy, with bangs. The undercoat is thick and, like that of Labrador water resistant.

The colors are any shade of gold or cream, but never red. Any presence of white hairs on chest permissible. The breed golden retriever puppies are happy, playful and very active. They are always around, and love to run and play with their owners.

Very companion, Golden Retriever, is calm, gentle and patient with children. It is gentle with other animals and strangers, as long as well as a small socilizado.

The coat can be brushed 3-4 times per week, and the baths may be bi, (only after the two months of age).

The height of the specimens male golden retriever can vary between 56 and 61 cm, when measured for height.

The females are between 51 and 56 cm.

This is not cute?

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