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Golden Retriever

friendly, responsible, and mild mannered, the Golden Retriever has become one of the most recognized, versatile, and popular breeds in history. It is a relatively young breed, developed in the mid-nineteenth century on the border between England and Scotland. The foundation for the breeding stock was light-coloured Tweed Water Spaniel, known for its intelligence, courage, and sporting ability. Later the blood of Irish Setter, Bloodhound, and more Tweed Water Spaniel was added, resulting in the Golden Retriever of today. Intelligent and easily trained, they were used primarily as hunters, although they also proved to be strong in the show ring. An all-around breed, Golden Retrievers are very adaptable, and they were widely used in many roles including guide dogs for the blind, drug and explosives dogs, hunters, and companions. A devoted breed with a generous, loving nature, the Golden Retriever is a favored household dog and family pet with immense patience, making it particularly suited to families with children.


Appearance:

The Golden Retriever is a powerful, medium-sized dog, well balanced, with a kindly expression. The head is broad, with pendulous ears. It is a solid dog, neither clumsy nor over-long in the leg. It has a dense, water-resistant undercoat, with a flat, wavy topcoat.


Colour:

Rich, radiant golden of various shades.

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Cavoodle

Originating in Australia, the Cavoodle is a cross of pure Miniature or Toy Poodle with the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, producing a smaller version of the Cockapoo or Spoodle. The affectionate and sweet disposition of the Cavalier King Charles beautifully complements the Toy Poodle's qualities extreme intelligence and loyalty. Bred as companion dogs, the Cavalier's laid-back and sociable qualities combined with those of the easily trained and responsive Poodle make the Cavoodle exceptionally well suited to family life. The cross has also seen the development of a healthier breed, with many of the genetic problems of the original breeds being greatly reduced. Easy to care for and extremely tolerant and gentle with children, these modern dogs are growing in popularity.


Appearance:

The small, well-balanced, and moderately boned Cavoodle can appear in two varieties, either showing like a Poodle-like coat or a soft and wavy Cavalier-like coat.


Colour:

Cavoodles may be white, caramel, apricot, black and white, and black and tan.

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Papillon

The elegant and glamorous Papillon has been portrayed in paintings since the sixteenth century. The name Papillon - from the French word for butterfly - reflects the breed's distinctive appearance. A neat white strip down the centre of the face and nose highlights the large, erect ears, giving the combined effect of a butterfly. Although it owes its name and development to the French, it was the Spanish and Italians who fell in love with the breed and popularized it. It is an intelligent breed, obedient and responsive, easy to train, and capable of performing tricks. Friendly, happy, and alert, the Papillon enjoys human companionship and thrives on mental stimulation.


Appearance:

The Papillon presents a picture of daintiness and elegance, with an attractive head and fine bone structure. A drop-eared variety is known throughout Europe as the Phalene (from the French word for moth). Both types have abundant straight, long-flowing, silky coats over surprisingly strong bodies.


Colour:

White with patches of a variety of colours except liver.

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Parson Russell Terrier

Specifically bred for fox hunting in the south of England during the nineteenth century, The Parson Russell Terrier is an adaptable and determined hunter. These dogs are known for their tireless drive and fearlessness, and the ability to follow the hounds over long distances, go to ground, and hold the fox at bays. The breed is named after the most famous of British huntsmen, the Reverend John Russell, known as 'the sporting Parson'. The Parson Russell is widely accepted as being a cross of the extinct Old English White Terrier and a black and tan terrier similar to the early Manchester. Intelligent, determined, and athletic, the Parson Russell is also very affectionate and friendly. It loves to play, and is at its best when mentally and physically stimulated.



Appearance:

Built for speed and endurance, the Parson Russell Terrier is a well-balanced, medium-sized dog. Its harsh weatherproof coat, compact build, and small flexible chest are all signs of of initial role as a superior hunting dog.



Colour:

Predominantly white, but can be white with black or tan markings, or a combination of these colours. The colours should be clear.

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Chow Chow

Known for its guarded and aloof response toward strangers, the Chow Chow is an intelligent, independent, and protective breed. Believed to be over 2,000 years old, the Chow originated in China and was developed for hunting, herding, and sled driving. A select few that were born smoky blue in colour were promoted to the position of Buddhist temple dog. The name Chow Chow is believed to have evolved from the pidgin-English term meaning knick-knacks, a probable reference to the dog's position on trade ships during the nineteenth century. The breed's rise in popularity followed Queen Victoria's interest in the 'wild dog of China', a title the Chow was given at the London Zoo. Today the breed is a fashionable pet and guard dog, admired for its loyalty and devotion to its owner.


Appearance:

Strong, muscular, and heavy boned, the Chow is a sturdy and powerful dog. It has a compact body, with a plush rough double coat, and a tail set high. It carries itself with confidence, and has an unusual stilted gait. The head is large, with a broad, flat skull and short deep muzzle, with a blue black tongue.



Colour:

The Chow comes in five colours: red, black, blue, cinnamon, and cream, and can appear clear coloured, solid or solid with lighter shadings in the ruff, tail and featherings.

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Doberman Pinscher

The Doberman was developed in Germany in the late nineteenth century as a medium sized dog that would be both protector and companion. It is believed to be a mix of short-haired shepherd, Rottweiler, Black and Tan Terrier, and German Pinscher. The breed was further refined by American fanciers, and officially recognized in 1900. An intelligent, powerful dog with great speed and stamina, the Doberman excels when mentally and physically stimulated. Suspicious of strangers, watchful and fearless, Dobermans are very effective watchdogs, while their loyalty and obedience make them loving and dedicated companions. 


Appearance:

The Doberman is a medium-sized, compact, and muscular dog with a dignified carriage. Clean, powerful lines, a soft expression, and a short, smooth, close-lying coat all combine to make an extremely elegant dog.


Colour:

Most commonly black, with rust colouring above the eye, on the muzzle, throat, and fore-chest, all legs amd feet, and below the tail. Other colpurs are red, blue, and fawn.

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German Shepherd

Loyal, courageous, and intelligent, the German Shepherd (often called the Alsatian) is renowned for its great endurance, strength, and willingness to be trained and worked. Initially, developed as a German herding and farm dog, today the breed is one of the most popular and recognizable of dogs. The German Shepherd excels in many roles, and they are prized as blind dogs, drug dogs, search and rescue, police and service dogs. An immensely loyal breed, they are known to be 'one-man' dogs - they do not give their love away easily, but once given, it is given for life. They will defend fearlessly and display high levels of intelligence, patience, and, to a certain degree, the exercise of judgement.

Appearance:

The German Shepherd has a powerful and well-muscled build that is well suited to endurance and speed, and quick and sudden movements. It is well-proportioned dog, appearing slightly longer than tall, strongly boned, with an outline of smooth curves rather then angles. It has a double coat of medium length.



Colour:

The German Shepherd appears in a variety of colours, the most common being black, black and tan, and sable.






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