Thursday, July 31, 2008
I Need an Akita!
An Akita is a large Japanese dog in the Spitz family. If you are looking for dogs for sale, consider shopping through breeders and sellers online. Researching your dog before you purchase is a good idea so that you are sure to get the dog of your dreams!
If you are looking to buy an Akita, there are some things that you may need to know. The Akita is a large, solid dog. They are very powerful and have a broad chest and head. The short face, big eyes and alert ears give the Akita a sweet look, but can also be threatening to intruders.
Akitas make good guard dogs. In fact, they can be aggressive, especially to other animals. Firm training is a must with an Akita. They can be very affectionate and gentle with people and children that they know and respect. They could have a very harmful bite if teased or abused by children or adults. They are generally very calm dogs with a regal personality. If you have small children in your home, you will have to be positive that they will always be nice to the dog and treat it with gentle kindness. Once trained and used to the family, an Akita will fiercely protect and defend the family members. Visiting children will need to be told to be gentle, and you will need to keep your Akita on a leash when walking to prevent fights with strange animals.
To own an Akita, you may need plenty of space, considering that Akitas can get up to 120 pounds, but you do not necessarily need a large yard. They are generally docile indoors and do well as indoor dogs. They do, however, need daily walks to get adequate exercise. Another thing to consider if you plan on raising your Akita indoors is that they do experience heavy shedding about twice a year. You will need to brush their thick coat often to remove excess hair. You should not bathe an Akita unless absolutely necessary or you will remove the coating that protects them from hypothermia in cold or wet conditions.
Akitas are great hunters and wonderful working dogs. They are often used in police work and for sledding. They are happiest when they serve a purpose and are rewarded for a job well done. They are very dependable and sturdy dogs. Their thick coats make them suitable for northern environments and they love to work in the snow.
When looking for Akita puppies for sale, search from a large number of breeders and sellers. You will be happy when you choose the best dog for you and your family.
About the Author: Dean Burton is the owner of MyDreamPuppy.com, a leading provider of dogs for sale and dogs for sale. For more information, please visit MyDreamPuppy.com.
If you are looking to buy an Akita, there are some things that you may need to know. The Akita is a large, solid dog. They are very powerful and have a broad chest and head. The short face, big eyes and alert ears give the Akita a sweet look, but can also be threatening to intruders.
Akitas make good guard dogs. In fact, they can be aggressive, especially to other animals. Firm training is a must with an Akita. They can be very affectionate and gentle with people and children that they know and respect. They could have a very harmful bite if teased or abused by children or adults. They are generally very calm dogs with a regal personality. If you have small children in your home, you will have to be positive that they will always be nice to the dog and treat it with gentle kindness. Once trained and used to the family, an Akita will fiercely protect and defend the family members. Visiting children will need to be told to be gentle, and you will need to keep your Akita on a leash when walking to prevent fights with strange animals.
To own an Akita, you may need plenty of space, considering that Akitas can get up to 120 pounds, but you do not necessarily need a large yard. They are generally docile indoors and do well as indoor dogs. They do, however, need daily walks to get adequate exercise. Another thing to consider if you plan on raising your Akita indoors is that they do experience heavy shedding about twice a year. You will need to brush their thick coat often to remove excess hair. You should not bathe an Akita unless absolutely necessary or you will remove the coating that protects them from hypothermia in cold or wet conditions.
Akitas are great hunters and wonderful working dogs. They are often used in police work and for sledding. They are happiest when they serve a purpose and are rewarded for a job well done. They are very dependable and sturdy dogs. Their thick coats make them suitable for northern environments and they love to work in the snow.
When looking for Akita puppies for sale, search from a large number of breeders and sellers. You will be happy when you choose the best dog for you and your family.
About the Author: Dean Burton is the owner of MyDreamPuppy.com, a leading provider of dogs for sale and dogs for sale. For more information, please visit MyDreamPuppy.com.
Labels: akita, akita information, akita puppy, big dog, guard dog, japanese dog, working dog
Friday, February 15, 2008
The Aidi Breed
The Aidi is a rare breed of dog which originated in Morocco. Aidi dogs are used primarily as a flock guard, protecting sheep and goats. The Aidi has a couple of aliases, they are also known as Chien de l’Atlas or the Atlas Dog. An adult Aidi stands twenty one to twenty five inches tall and weighs between fifty and sixty pounds. Aidis are protected by a thick coat of coarse fur with a heavy plumed tail. Aidis are typically muscular, lean, and lively. The Aidi’s coat and build allow it to withstand various temperatures from freezing overnight temperatures to the scorching heat of day. An Aidi’s thick coat also serves to protect them during fights with jackals and other predators that occur in the line of their guard dog duty. The Aidis coat comes in various shades including tan, brown, and black and they are sometimes spotted with white.
The Aidi breed is exceptional at tracking. Aidis are often used in tandem with another breed of dog called a Sloughi for hunting. The Aidi locates the prey by scent and the Sloughi chases down what the Aidi has located. The Sloughi breed is also known as the Arabian Greyhound and is similar to a greyhound in appearance.
The Aidi breed makes an excellent watch dog. They are observant, agile, and extremely protective. Aidis need plenty of outdoor activity and a job to do. An Aidi’s instinct is to be a guard dog whether guarding a flock of sheep or the tent and belongings of its owner. Due to its active nature and protective instincts, Aidis are not well suited or adapted to the roll of house pet. In their element, in mountainous country with a family, their belongings and flock of sheep to guard, Aidis are loyal, attentive and friendly to its owners and their family.
Aidis are sharp and observant. Training an Aidi requires a firm but gentle approach. Aidis are known to be sensitive to training methods.
An Aidi can be an excellent pet, companion, or partner provided they get plenty of exercise and if they have a job to do. They are known to be a hardy breed with fierce loyalty and devotion. If you are looking for dogs for sale, please visit www.MyDreamPuppy.com for breed information and locating the dog of your dreams.
About the Author: Dean Burton is the owner of MyDreamPuppy.com, a leading provider of dogs for sale. For more information, please visit www.MyDreamPuppy.com.
The Aidi breed is exceptional at tracking. Aidis are often used in tandem with another breed of dog called a Sloughi for hunting. The Aidi locates the prey by scent and the Sloughi chases down what the Aidi has located. The Sloughi breed is also known as the Arabian Greyhound and is similar to a greyhound in appearance.
The Aidi breed makes an excellent watch dog. They are observant, agile, and extremely protective. Aidis need plenty of outdoor activity and a job to do. An Aidi’s instinct is to be a guard dog whether guarding a flock of sheep or the tent and belongings of its owner. Due to its active nature and protective instincts, Aidis are not well suited or adapted to the roll of house pet. In their element, in mountainous country with a family, their belongings and flock of sheep to guard, Aidis are loyal, attentive and friendly to its owners and their family.
Aidis are sharp and observant. Training an Aidi requires a firm but gentle approach. Aidis are known to be sensitive to training methods.
An Aidi can be an excellent pet, companion, or partner provided they get plenty of exercise and if they have a job to do. They are known to be a hardy breed with fierce loyalty and devotion. If you are looking for dogs for sale, please visit www.MyDreamPuppy.com for breed information and locating the dog of your dreams.
About the Author: Dean Burton is the owner of MyDreamPuppy.com, a leading provider of dogs for sale. For more information, please visit www.MyDreamPuppy.com.
Labels: aidi, atlas breed, atlas dog, breed aidi, dog protection, greyhound, guard dog, sheepdog, sloughi, watch dog
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Considering a Neapolitan Mastiff?
If you are considering looking for a Neapolitan Mastiff, there are definitely pros and cons that you should know about. Neapolitan Mastiffs are beautiful big dogs. They are very big, up to 170 pounds, with large flat heads, and a box-like body. They have wrinkled saggy skin around their face and neck. Some have cropped ears and tails, but more and more owners are opting to keep them in their natural state. They come in blue, black or brown and have short, dense coats. They shed more than you’d think for such a short haired dog. Neapolitan Mastiffs can be very good companions, but there are a lot of things to consider before you take on owning one.
The Neapolitan Mastiff needs to be trained very consistently from puppy hood. They are very smart and willful. Obedience and owner dominance need to be instilled from a very young age. You need to be non-wavering in your training approach and should probably seek professional advice. Neapolitan Mastiff’s need to be socialized early and often. They are generally intolerant of other dogs. Males are worse about tolerating other males than females are. Females tend to be a little bit more tolerant all around. Neapolitan Mastiffs are very good watch dogs. Their nature is to be protective and wary of strangers. Socialization is so important with these dogs. They need to be able to recognize who is being friendly. If they aren’t properly socialized they can become a huge biting liability.
If you have children in your home, then you need to research carefully before bringing in a Neapolitan Mastiff. If the dog has been brought up with children, then they can be good with them. This dog needs to be exposed to lots of children consistently to teach them to be tolerant. They do not tolerate teasing or roughhousing. Serious injury or death could occur. Remember that the Neapolitan Mastiff is very protective of its family. If you raise it with only your own kids, then it may try to protect your kids from their friends and relatives, resulting in a real tragedy. Neapolitan Mastiffs are generally not recommended for homes with children mostly because children can be unpredictable.
Neapolitan Mastiffs can be very calm in nature once they reach adulthood. They are mostly quiet indoors and may bark a lot outside. They have an instinct to chase and catch other animals, so proper inclusion is necessary. They need moderate exercise, such as regular walking and occasional running. Intense exercise can seriously damage this big dog’s joints.
Neapolitan Mastiffs are susceptible to hip and elbow displasia. This risk is increased if you over-exercise your dog or encourage it to jump from high places, especially as a puppy. Eye problems are also common and include progressive retinal atrophy and cherry eye. Cherry eye is very common. It occurs when the third eyelid, responsible for tear production, becomes prolapsed, visible, inflamed and red. The usual treatment for cherry eye is surgical removal of the gland. It will usually occur early on, during puppy hood. If your Neapolitan Mastiff has to have this gland removed, be prepared for a lifetime of administering eye drops.
Once all things have been considered, you should be able to decide if the Neapolitan Mastiff is the breed for you. When looking for dogs for sale or dog adoption, consider contacting My Dream Puppy with any questions.
About the Author: Dean Burton is the owner of MyDreamPuppy.com, a leading provider of dogs for sale. For more information, please visit www.MyDreamPuppy.com.
The Neapolitan Mastiff needs to be trained very consistently from puppy hood. They are very smart and willful. Obedience and owner dominance need to be instilled from a very young age. You need to be non-wavering in your training approach and should probably seek professional advice. Neapolitan Mastiff’s need to be socialized early and often. They are generally intolerant of other dogs. Males are worse about tolerating other males than females are. Females tend to be a little bit more tolerant all around. Neapolitan Mastiffs are very good watch dogs. Their nature is to be protective and wary of strangers. Socialization is so important with these dogs. They need to be able to recognize who is being friendly. If they aren’t properly socialized they can become a huge biting liability.
If you have children in your home, then you need to research carefully before bringing in a Neapolitan Mastiff. If the dog has been brought up with children, then they can be good with them. This dog needs to be exposed to lots of children consistently to teach them to be tolerant. They do not tolerate teasing or roughhousing. Serious injury or death could occur. Remember that the Neapolitan Mastiff is very protective of its family. If you raise it with only your own kids, then it may try to protect your kids from their friends and relatives, resulting in a real tragedy. Neapolitan Mastiffs are generally not recommended for homes with children mostly because children can be unpredictable.
Neapolitan Mastiffs can be very calm in nature once they reach adulthood. They are mostly quiet indoors and may bark a lot outside. They have an instinct to chase and catch other animals, so proper inclusion is necessary. They need moderate exercise, such as regular walking and occasional running. Intense exercise can seriously damage this big dog’s joints.
Neapolitan Mastiffs are susceptible to hip and elbow displasia. This risk is increased if you over-exercise your dog or encourage it to jump from high places, especially as a puppy. Eye problems are also common and include progressive retinal atrophy and cherry eye. Cherry eye is very common. It occurs when the third eyelid, responsible for tear production, becomes prolapsed, visible, inflamed and red. The usual treatment for cherry eye is surgical removal of the gland. It will usually occur early on, during puppy hood. If your Neapolitan Mastiff has to have this gland removed, be prepared for a lifetime of administering eye drops.
Once all things have been considered, you should be able to decide if the Neapolitan Mastiff is the breed for you. When looking for dogs for sale or dog adoption, consider contacting My Dream Puppy with any questions.
About the Author: Dean Burton is the owner of MyDreamPuppy.com, a leading provider of dogs for sale. For more information, please visit www.MyDreamPuppy.com.
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