2 out of the 5 most outrageously expensive pets are - DOGS

2 out of the 5 most outrageously expensive pets are - DOGS

dogs take the number 3 and number 1 spots in the most outrageously expensive pets in the world.
guess which breed of dogs these are.

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dog breeds: the beagle

dog breeds: the beagle

A Beagle
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beagles 101:

Snoopy - "the world's most famous beagle" - yes he is a Beagle. we really don't know who became famous first - Snoopy or the Beagle. all we know is that beagles have been existing with humans for a very long time.

beagle type dog breeds have existed since two thousand years ago until the modern breed called Beagle was developed from several breeds in the 1830's Great Britain.

beagles are well loved since the Elizabethan times. ever since, they are preferred as pets because of their even temperament, home convenient size, and generally healthy body with no genetically acquired health problems. 

the size of this hound group breed ranges from small to medium, and they are known to be intelligent dogs fit to work as scent hounds. these dogs have a powerful sense of smell used for hunting and tracking down game animals. hounds also characteristically have sturdy bodies for greater endurance in sticking with and following a scent as they relentlessly run through rough terrain. 

beagles have large nasal passage-ways to help them process smells, and they also have soft drooping long ears which are believe to be the beagle's special trait that helps trap scents from the air and keep it close to their face and nose. their smaller size and shorter legs (compared to similar looking Foxhounds) are believed to keep these dogs close to the ground where they can easily pickup up most scents. 

another character trait of beagles that makes them great hunting dogs are their large bellowing voices. their strong barks let the beagles notify their handlers that they've picked up a scent and allows the hunters to easily find them. 

lastly, beagles have amazing tracking instincts, that once combined with their keen sense of smell makes them wonderful detection dogs for prohibited food stuffs and agricultural produce. 

dog breeds: the labrador retriever

dog breeds: the labrador retriever

Labrador Retriever Dog
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labradors 101:

the labrador retriever is probably the most popular dog in the world today. labradors (or simply "labs") rank as the number one most registered dog in Canada, UK, and the US.

these dogs are known for their kindness, gentleness, compassion, loyalty, and trainability or willingness to learn, obey, and please. their "retriever" name indicates that they are the type of dogs that are great at assisting hunters in finding and retrieving game (that's why they are also called or categorized as "gun dogs" also "sporting dogs"). they are easily trained to retrieve birds, foal, or other game and to hand them to their masters without damage. another thing that makes labradors such great hunting companions is because they are soft mouthed. they can carry retrieved objects in their mouth without biting hard into and damaging it.

labrador retrievers are also good assistance dogs (dogs that are trained to help or assist persons with disability.) they are either trained by their handlers (with the help of a professional trainer) to become guide dogs (for blind or visually impaired persons), signal dogs or hearing dogs (for the deaf or people with hard hearing), or as service dogs (working dogs used either as medical alert dogs, seizure alert dogs, psychiatric service dogs, or mobility assistance dogs).

labradors are also among the best choice of the police, military, or other official groups for dogs serving as detection dogs and rescue dogs.

they are even great swimmers and divers. labradors are uniquely characterized by their webbed paws that help them swim with ease. (it's believed that they were originally bred to have webbed paws for the purpose of helping fishermen retrieve nets). aside from swimming, labradors also love to play catch or fetch, making them great family pets, especially for families with children.

their colors vary from black, yellow (ranging from pale cream to fox red), and chocolate, and they can live up to ten to thirteen years.

doggie Q&A: dog biting

dog Q&A: dog biting / training your dog to stop biting

question from meku meku:

i need a great lotta tips . first its about my dog. how to get it to stop biting my ankles all the time?

answer:

@ meku meku. thanks for your comment. dogs biting ankles mean they are being playful. dogs in their first 3 months usually engage in "bite playing" (or "play biting") this is very normal. (dogs also bite or chew more during their teething period.) you can train your dog to stop biting by giving your dog a proper toy to bite or chew on. distract your dog with a chew toy whenever he tries to bite you. make sure to reward him with a treat every time he bites his chew toy or chew bone instead of you or your ankle. if this doesn't work, then also try turning your back or going away every time he bites you. don't reward or tolerate your dog every time he bites. hope this helps!

~ Pals Furr Us

Dog Biting
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doggie information: dogs and dog breeds

basic dog information: dogs and dog breeds:


origin of the word dog

the term "dog" comes from the Middle English word "dogge" which originated from the Old English "docga" meaning "powerful dog breed".

another word that was used to refer to dogs in the 14th century England is the word "hound". however, hound became such a popular dog type that refer only to hunting dogs, so the word hound was eventually used only for these types of hunting dogs; and then, the word dog started to become used as the general term for all types of dogs.

thus, the word dog refers to all canines or all dog breeds, but then, there are lots of different dog breeds! these different breeds vary in physical traits, behavior, and personality.

their height ranges from very small to really large. their colors vary from white to gray to black or from tan to red to chocolate (also comes in different patterns). and their coats also differ in length and in texture. some dogs have short hair, and some have long hair. it can be coarse or fleecy, straight, smooth, or curly. some dogs shed their fur, while some continuously grow their hair. even their eye colors also vary!

some dogs live as simple companions, while some as show dogs or competition dogs. some are sporting dogs or working dogs. some dogs are great family pets, while some are best used as guide dogs. there are even dogs that excel as guard dogs, or even as attack dogs!

really, the variety of dogs makes them such interesting specimens. while humans have different races, dogs come in different breeds. really interesting!

basic doggie information: scientific name of dogs, etc.

basic dog information: scientific name of dogs, etc.

fifteen thousand years ago, the Canis lupus familiaris or the Canis familiarus domesticus - the Dog - is domesticated or tamed from the gray wolf (Canis lupus). the term "dog" though is used for both feral (wild) and pet (household) types of dogs. since then, dogs have become a close companion to humans, thus they are called "man's best friend."

dogs help people in many ways. their roles range from guarding the house, protecting their owners, carrying and pulling loads, hunting, herding, and serving as military or police dogs, as well as guide dogs for handicapped people.

the best role of dogs though is that they are such great companions. there is just no other animal that is as loyal as dogs. this is probably the reason why dogs are found in all cultures across the globe. In fact, in 2001, it was recorded that there were about 400 million dogs all over the world. and right now there already hundreds of different dog breeds (or types of dogs) as a result of man's selective breeding of dogs.

lots of dogs now vary in personality, behavior, and physical traits. from chihuahuas, to labradors, to st.bernards. you can choose the best dog for your own preference to fit your unique lifestyle. you'll be sure to find the right dog who'll stay by your side and can be your very "best friend."