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8 Hour Job! |
High energy, needs high level mental and physical stimulation Genetically programmed for sustained, vigorous activity. |
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AKC |
American Kennel Club Internationally recognized Pedigree Registry/Show Organization. |
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AKC and/or TKC |
Recognized by both Pedigree Registry organizations. American Kennel Club (U.S.) and The Kennel Club (U.K.) |
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Aloof, Dignified |
Standoffish with strangers May be territorial, protective, or simply uninterested in non-family members. |
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Apartment |
Fits in smaller spaces with less outdoor exercise requirements A dwelling that may require stairs or elevator access, paper training, or sedate personality. |
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ARBA |
American Rare Breed Association Maintains Registry / Show Organization |
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Breeder |
One who is instrumental in the birth of any species A student of genetics, a master of form and function, with a eye to beauty and balance. |
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Daily |
Coat and/or eyes, wrinkles Irrespective of coat, eyes or wrinkles must be wiped. |
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Family Companion |
Suitable for all ages/visitors An adaptable breed that gets along with everyone. |
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FCI |
Federation Cynologique International Show Organization / NOT a Pedigree Registry |
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FCI and/or ARBA |
Pedigree registered in country of origin or a Rare breed. Please see the glossary for detailed descriptions of ARBA or FCI. |
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Field, Farm |
Hunter, worker, or livestock Makes himself useful in practical ways. |
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Giant |
Over 100 pounds Very tall or very heavy boned or both! |
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Grooming |
bathing, combing, brushing, body exam Usually included bathing, always includes an overall examination for signs of illness. |
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Group |
Breeds "grouped" by usage and type For purposes of show classification. |
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Handler |
One who conditions, trains, and presents a dog in competition One who molds a rough-cut stone into a priceless gem. |
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Happy/Playful |
Sunny friendly disposition A happy out-going personality. |
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Herding, Pastoral |
Protects and/or controls split-hoof stock They move and they gather and faithfully guard cattle and sheep and kids in the yard. |
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Hound, Scent or Sighthound |
Ground scent or visual hunter - fur/feather By sight or scent, to tree or to ground, there's nothing as sweet as the voice of a hound. |
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Judge |
One who selects dogs that most closely conform to written requirements Must know and weigh soundness, type, condition, and presentation and award accordingly. |
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Large |
61 to 100 pounds Regardless of height, would be difficult to pick up and carry. |
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Leash Walk |
Adequate exercise can be attained by brisk walking Usually a smaller breed whose needs are met by daily walks. |
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Medium |
21 to 60 pounds May be short but can be picked up and carried. |
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Miscellaneous, Rare Breed |
Not yet accepted by a major registry Shower me not with gems so rare, give me instead a diamond with hair! |
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Monthly |
Coat, nail care & full body check Care-free coat but as with all dogs, teeth, nails, ears, attended to and check for growths or dental problems. |
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Non-Sporting, Utility |
Multi-purpose, multi-talented breeds They don't hunt or herd, chase vermin or guard but they fit in the lap and look great in the yard. |
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Northern, Spitz, Primitive |
"Wolf" type and/or Arctic coated Old as the dingo, wild as the wind. Wise as Coyote, man's very first friend. |
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Off Lead |
Needs to burn off energy within a safely enclosed area Needs room to run and time to play in order to be mentally and physically fit. |
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Older Child, Adult |
Tiny or not "everyone's dog" Of delicate structure or impatient nature. |
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Other National Registry |
Internationally recognized Registry ie: Pedigree records accepted by AKC and/or TKC. |
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Protection, Estate |
Imposing in size or demeanor One whose size or actions forbid intrusion or familiarity. |
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Quiet, Calm |
Placid, unruffled, easy-going An easy-to-live with personality. |
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Serious, Protective |
Not given to frivolous actions A "thinker" who considers whether any person or situation might represent a danger to the master. |
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Small |
Up to 20 pounds May be fairly tall but is easily picked up and carried. |
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Sporting, Gun Dog |
Air scent Hunter/Retriever – feather Pointer, Retriever, Spaniel or Setter, on water or land, the hunter's go-getter! |
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Terrier |
Energetic, courageous terra (earth) hunters No fear, no pain, he's right as rain. No game too rough - he's dog enough! |
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TKC |
The Kennel Club (England/U.K.) Internationally recognized Pedigree Registry/Show Organization. |
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Toy, Companion |
Usually diminutive, often lap-dogs A Toy is a toy, a Companion and more, a treasure, a joy, a dog to adore. |
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Twice Weekly |
Coat and/or eyes, wrinkles Needs combing and/or eyes, ears, or wrinkles cleaned. |
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Type |
Defining, distinguishing breed characteristics Features by which one identifies a breed. |
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UKC and/or Private Registries |
United Kennel Club or Private Registration Breed Club or Registry that may not be internationally accepted. |
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Weekly |
Coat care & full body check Coat requires attention and/or eyes, ears, wrinkles need wiping. |
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Working, Guardian |
Services work, draft, or protection Stands watch every night and loves every day, in service to man, at work or at play. |
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