Remembering the dogs who served

Memorial Day is a time for all in the U.S. to remember and honor those who have past and served our country. Throughout history there have been dogs who have helped our military men and women in ways no human could. Below are stories of a few of these dogs, re-printed from the website: http://www.eagleid.com/veterans/dogs.htm

Endangered animal: Iberian Lynx

Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) is a feline mammal, native to Iberian peninsula in Southern Europe. These creatures are 85 to 110 cm long and weigh up to 28 kg. They sport a light gray coat and have spots on their body. They are the worlds most threatened species of cat. Only 400 Iberian lynx existed in the world in the year 2000 and this number has come down to less than 100 today.

Pets and wellbeing

Pets can bring a sense of well being to our lives. But did you know that having a dog as a companion could add years to your life? Two studies have shown that owning a dog can play a significant role in survival rates for heart attack victims.  Other studies have shown that the presence of animals reduces the anxiety you feel when facing stressful situations.

Dog jokes - just a little humor!!

What bone will a dog never eat?
A trombone.

What did Gretel tell her brother's pet dog?
"Don't bite the Hans that feeds you."

What did Papa dog tell his children at the dinner table?
"Sit!"

What did the dog yell when he saw the tree trunks?
"Bark! Bark! Bark!"

What did the man shout after he gave his dog some glue?
"Stick 'em, Fido!"

What did the puppy say when he sat on sand paper?
RUFF!

What do fleas ride on when they want to travel?
A greyhound bus.

What do you call a boast from a pooch?
A doggie brag.

What do you call a dog in the middle of a muddy road?
A mutt in a rut!

What do you call a dog that is left-handed?
A south paw.

Vizsla - Wikipedia

The Vizsla is a medium-sized short-coated hunting dog of distinguished appearance and bearing. Robust but rather lightly built, they are lean dogs, have defined muscles, and are observed to share similar physical characteristics with the Weimaraner,the grey-blue dogs, and are similar in size.

Various breeds are often mistaken for Vizslas, and Vizslas are often mistaken for other breeds. Redbone Coonhounds, Weimaraners and Rhodesian Ridgebacks are some of the most commonly confused breeds. The body structure of a Vizsla is very similar in appearance to a Weimaranar and Redbone Coonhound, though the Vizsla is typically leaner with more defined musculature. Weimaranars and Rhodesian Ridgebacks are larger than Vizslas. The nose of the Vizsla will always have a reddish color that blends with the coat color. Black, brown, light pink, or another color nose is an indication of another breed - or at least not a pure Vizsla. Eyes and nails should also blend with coat color.

Tillamook Cheddar

Tillamook Cheddar (b. Greenwich, Connecticut, January 17, 1999; also called Tillie for short) is a Jack Russell terrier dog from Greenwich, Connecticut. She is one of the world's most widely shown and successful animal painters, having had 16 solo exhibitions of her work throughout the United States as well as in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Bermuda. Her paintings have sold for up to US $2,150.

Weimaraner

The Weimaraner (WYE-ma-rah-ner or VYE-ma-rah-ner) is a dog that was originally bred for hunting in the early 19th century. Early Weimaraners were used by royalty for hunting large game, such as boar, bears, deer, and foxes. As the popularity of large game hunting began to decline, Weimaraners were used for hunting smaller animals, like fowl, rabbits, and foxes. Rather than having a specific purpose such as pointing or flushing, the Weimaraner is an all purpose gun dog. The Weimaraner is loyal and loving to his family, an incredible hunter, and a fearless guardian of his family and territory. The name comes from the Grand Duke of Weimar, Karl August, whose court enjoyed hunting.

Pharaoh hound

At first glance, the Pharaoh Hound should appear both graceful and elegant as well as powerful and athletic. Its build should be one of strength without bulkiness or excessive musculature. Its head is elegant without being fine or extreme. The skull should resemble a blunt wedge, and is long and chiseled with only a slight stop and a muzzle of good length. Its eyes are oval with a keen, noble, alert, and intelligent expression. It has a long, lean, and muscular neck that is slightly arched. Its body is slightly longer than its height at the withers. It has a deep chest that extends down to the elbows and a moderate tuck up. Its shoulders are long and well laid back. Its front legs are long and straight. The back legs are moderately angulated, parallel to each other, and must be in balance with the forelegs. It has a long, fine, straight tail that should reach down to a bit below the point of the hocks. The tail is carried down when relaxed but must not tuck between the legs. When the dog is in motion or is excited, the tail is carried up; either level with, or loosely curled above, the back. Its dewclaw may be removed.

AKC Champions

The American Kennel Club is a very prestigious dog club with members worldwide.  They have published the AKC champions for the years 2001-2008.  This presentation shows the fact sheet and a photo of the winners.

Puppy vaccination

The vaccination of puppies (puppy shots) is one of the crucial steps in assuring the puppy will have a healthy and happy life. The who, what, why, when, where, and how of vaccinations are complicated, and may vary from puppy to puppy. Always consult with your veterinarian to determine which vaccines are appropriate.  To better understand vaccines, it is important to understand how the puppy is protected from disease the first few weeks of its life. 

3 new breeds at Westminster show 2010

By VERENA DOBNIK, Associated Press Writer Verena Dobnik, Associated Press Writer – Fri Feb 12, 4:08 am ET

NEW YORK – His name is Alchemy — a sleek Irish red and white setter, high-energy but gentle.

Next week, he'll represent one of three new breeds making their debut at the Westminster Kennel Club's world-class dog show alongside the perennial Labrador retriever — just named America's top dog for the 19th consecutive year.

Alchemy, a silky-coated canine from New Jersey, will also step outside Madison Square Garden on Tuesday to ring the closing bell at the Nasdaq stock exchange. That moment will be beamed live to a Times Square giant screen. Schedule of events.

Pictures from the National Dog Show 2009

The National Dog Show Presented by Purina^®

The Kennel Club of Philadelphia’s two benched, all-breed dog shows are held this year on Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15.

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