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Old English Sheepdog


English Sheepdog

Other Names

OES, Bobtail, Bob

Native

Great Britain 

Height

22-28inches

Weight

30- 46kg

Colour

Any shade of gray, grizzle, blue or blue merle with or without white markings or any shade of brown or fawn

Coat

Thick, two ply coat.  The coat, although thick, is good for all climates as it acts as insulation for both cold and warm temperatures

Temperament

An adaptable, intelligent dog with no sign of aggression, shyness or nervousness

Life Span

10-12years.

The old English Sheepdog is an extremely affectionate dog who could make an ideal pet. Sheep dogs are of a breed suitable for guarding and herding sheep.
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Shetland Sheepdog


Shetland Sheepdog

Other Names

Sheltie

Native

United Kingdom

Height

13-16 inches

Weight

5 -10kg

Colour

Black, Shades of sable from golden through mahogany; tricolor  jet black with tan and white markings; blue merle  silvery blue, mottling, merled with black; black and white; black and tan.

Coat

Long, straight, and harsh; the undercoat is short, furry, and dense.

Temperament

Loyal, affectionate, and responsive to his owner.

Life Span

12- 14years.

The Shetland Sheepdog is an outstanding companion dog with a delightful temperament and a beautiful expression. These dogs are gentle, intelligent, sensitive, loyal and dainty. They are watchful and trainable. Shetland is an island NNE of the mainland of Scotland

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Welsh Corgi


Welsh Corgi

Other Names

Cardie

Native

Wales

Height

Cardigan: approx. 30 cm; Pembroke: 25 to 30 cm.

Weight

Cardigan: 12 to 15 kg. Pembroke: 10 to 12 kg

Colour

Cardigan: all colors acceptable, with or without white markings, but white must not be dominant color. Pembroke: self colorsred, sable, fawn, tan with or without white markings on the legs, forechest, neck, and head.

Temperament

Alert, hard worker, lively and loyal.

Life Span

10-12years.

A dog of a short legged breed with fox like head. Corgie in Welsh means 'dwarf dog'. The two Welsh Corgi varieties Cardigan and Pembroke, have similar origins.
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German Shepherd


German Shepherd
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Other Names

Deutscher Schaferhund, Alsatian

Native

Germany

Height

21.7-25.5 inches

Weight

22- 40kg

Colour

Black with reddish brown, brown, tan, or light gray markings.

Coat

Undercoat, which protects against temperature and bugs, as well as a straight outer coat. Requires regular brushing.

Temperament

Highly intelligent, well-muscled, balanced, confident, alert, approachable, courageous, fearless, and have a fighting instinct.

Life Span

10-12years.

A loyal, affectionate pet, obedient with an excellent sense of smell. He is lively, eager and highly trainable because of his desire to obey. Also used for police work.
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Belgian Sheepdog


Belgian Sheepdog

Other Names

Groenendael, Laekense, Malinois, Tervuren

Native

Belgium

Height

22-26 inches

Weight

27.3 - 29.5 kg

Colour

Black or black with white

Coat

long, well fitting, straight and abundant.

Temperament

Intelligence, watchful, attentive, courage, alertness and devotion to master.

Life Span

10-14 years.

 
Belgian Sheepdog's  intelligence and alertness make them suitable even for police and military duties. A well-trained, well-socialized Belgian can be a real pride and joy.
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Collie


Collie

Other Names

Scotch Collie, Border Collie

Native

Scotland

Height

22- 26inches

Weight

18- 29kg

Colour

Sable and white, tricolored, blue merle, sable merle and white

Coat

Two coat varieties. The Rough coat has a long, straight outer coat with a soft, shedding undercoat, which requires regular brushing. The Smooth coat has a short, flat outer coat with a soft, dense undercoat, which requires minimal brushing.

Temperament

Intelligent, friendly, Suspicious of strangers, the Collie makes a good watchdog.

Life Span

8-12years.

 
A sheep dog originally of a Scottish breed with a long pointed nose and usually with dense long hair. The collie's temperament makes it one of the finest family pets. These are highly responsive dogs that want to please their owners.
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Australian Shepherd Dog


Australian Shepherd Dog

Other Names

North American Shepherd

Native

United States

Height

18- 23 inhes

Weight

18.2 - 29.5 kg

Colour

Blue merle, black, red merle and all red with or without white markings and/or tan points.

Coat

Double coat is medium length and straight to slightly wavy.

Temperament

Very attentive, intelligent, active.

Life Span

12 - 15 years.

An attentive and animated dog, strong and agile with great stamina the Australian Shepherd will make a great family pet.
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Puli


Puli

Other Names

Hungarian Puli, Hungarian Water Dog, Pulik

Native

Hungary

Height

14.5 - 17.5 inches

Weight

9- 15kg

Colour

Black, all shades of gray, apricot,  cream and white.

Coat

weather-resistant corded coat, dense and profuse.

Temperament

Affectionate, obedient,  intelligent and home-loving companion.

Life Span

12 or more years.

This cheerful little dog who is very loyal are excellent family dogs and will adapt to most surroundings and circumstances.
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Questions of
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 1.  Posted on : 16.1.2018  By  :  Srinivas Chintalapati , Nagole, Hyderabad View Answer (0) Post Answer
 

My German Shepherd needs emergency care at my home, as i am not having any clue about emergency medical care. It is suffering with some infection

 
 2.  Posted on : 7.4.2014  By  :  Jatin Kumar , Dehli View Answer (0) Post Answer
 

If swlling and pain in puppy lungs so what to do for him.

 
 3.  Posted on : 26.3.2014  By  :  K. Chalapathi Rao , Hyderabad View Answer (0) Post Answer
 

Respected Sir/Madam, I would like to know whether an old dog can be accomadated at any good place. We are desparate and can no longer able to maintain it. Kindly help us find a place for its survival. Thanking you and awaiting your early reply, K.Chalapathirao.

 
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