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Akita Dog


COUNTRY: Japan
WEIGHT: 75-110 pounds or more
HEIGHT: 24-28 inches
COAT: Stiff, moderately short; stand-off, with undercoat
COLOR: All colors allowed, including white, pied, or brindle, with or without mask
OTHER NAMES: Akita Inu
REGISTRY: FCI, ARC, TKC, CKC

GROUP: Northern Working Dog

That was posted off this site. http://www.thebreedsofdogs.com/

A picture of one.http://www.thebreedsofdogs.com/images/Akita.jpg
The Akita Dog is good natured and gentle. Pretty dogs yes they are.
They are also tough. They are Working Dogs. A huge statue of an Akita Dog stands in a busy Shibuya Station in Tokyo. The Akita dogs have square bodies, wedge-shaped heads, small upright ears, short, thick stand-off coats, and the tail is curled up over the back.
http://www.dogsindepth.com/working_dog_ ... ta_h03.jpg

http://www.nextdaypets.com/directory/br ... 100005.jpg

http://www.i-love-dogs.com/dog-breeds/images/Akita.jpg

http://www.justdogbreeds.com/images/breeds/akita.jpg

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Hmm...Japanese breeds seem to be increasing along with the popularity of GDW\GNG. It's kinda irritating how most people simply like the breeds because the show makes the breed look "cool", powerful and violent.

I love Akitas....Not because I see them on a tv show, but because I like their appearence and temperaments.

Don't get me wrong though, you seem to actually know about the real breed and not just blabering on about how awesome Akitas are..

Anyway, I know alot about a several breeds.

A good site about some breeds :

http://caninebreeds.bulldoginformation.com/

Nice site there. And yes I noticed that the Akita Dogs popularity also increases with the popularity of GDW/GNG.

They should get to know more about Akita's then sitting on their lazy butts, watching GDW/GNG.

Golden Retrievers, surprise surprise! xD

Country of Origin: Great Britain
Date of Origin: 1800s
Weight: 32-37 kgs for males, 27-32 kgs for females
Height: 56-61 cm for males, 51-56 cm for females
Coat: Flat or wavy with good feathering and dense, water-resisting undercoat
Colour: Any shade of gold or cream, but not red nor mahogany, few white hairs on chest permissible
Group: Gundog/Sporting Dog
Lifespan: Usually 10-13 years
Temperament: Mild-mannered, friendly, loyal, devoted and reliable, but neither shy nor aggressive
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ooooh i'm new here and this seems fun.. i have a dog like this her name is Sasha :

(i'm gonna add some stuff)

Bernese Mountain Dog

COUNTRY: originating in the canton of Berne in Switzerland.
WEIGHT: 88-97 lb (40-44 kg)
HEIGHT: 23-27.5 ich (58-70 cm)
COAT: smooth, medium/long, straight or slightly wavy
COLOR: Jet Black, Reddish Brown & White
OTHER NAMES: Berner Sennenhund or Bouvier Bernois
REGISTRY: CKC Working Group, AKC Working Group, FCI Group 2, UKC Working Group.
LITTER SIZE: ~ 8 puppies ~ (around)
LIFE SPAN: ~ 7-10 years ~ (around)

p.s OBAGR, my neighbour has a white retriever named Lily she's such a calm dog and to the giant Akita statue is do to a loyal Akita (Forgot his name) when his owner died and that Akita kept going to the train station every day at the exact same time and the dog eventually died and they made a statue about him for his loyalty to his owner.. sort of like a Balto thing a dedication. I have the book somewhere if i find i can tell you the story

Welcome Black Wolf Soul! Nice info on the Akita statue.

Bulldog




COUNTRY: Great Britain
WEIGHT: 40-55 pounds
HEIGHT: 12-14 inches
COAT: Short, smooth
COLOR: Red brindle, other brindles, solid white, red-fawn or yellow, piebald (in descending order of preference); black undesirable
OTHER NAMES: English Bulldog
REGISTRY: FCI, AKC, TKC, CKC
GROUP: Mastiff

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awwwwe i love Bull Dogs their faces are funny and when their puppies they're so cute haha with their clumsyness ...

hehe ok found it so here i wrote it down and pictures of him and the statue below ::

In 1924, Hachiko was brought to Tokyo by his owner, Hidesamuro Ueno, a professor in the agriculture department at the University of Tokyo. During his owner's life, Hachiko saw him off from the front door and greeted him at the end of the day at the nearby Shibuya Station. Even after Ueno's death in May 1925, Hachiko returned every day to the station to wait for him. Hachiko's devotion to his lost master moved those around him, who nicknamed him "faithful dog". Others at the station initially thought he was waiting for something else or roaming around, but later realized he was waiting for his dead owner. This continued for 10 years, with Hachiko appearing only in the evening time, precisely when the train was due at the station.

Very good information and remember no double posts. (If you have not read the rules please do so now viewtopic.php?f=8&t=832)

oh sorry.. didn't mean that.. just wanted to tell the story exactly..

Don't worry everyone makes mistakes!

hey weird my dog's name is sasha as well except she's a beagle



COUNTRY: Great Britain

WEIGHT: 18-30 pounds

HEIGHT: 2 varieties: under 13 inches and 13-15 inches; over 15 inches disqualifies

COAT: Short, smooth and dense

COLOR: Any hound color allowed

REGISTRY: FCI, AKC, TKC, CKC

GROUP: Hound




The history of the Beagle is clouded. Since very early times, small hounds similar to the Beagle have existed for the hunting of hare in the British Isles, particularly in Wales. The original form probably came with the Celts, although certainly crossing with types such as the hounds of Artois or others created this modern breed. Throughout the world, dogs are requisitioned by sporting enthusiasts to be hunted individually or in small packs for squirrel, rabbit and hare, and Beagles are particularly suited for this task. They are determined, keen hunters, and their "music" during a hunt brings goose bumps to neophytes and the oldest pro alike. During the days of King Henry VIII and his daughter, Elizabeth I, Beagles were sometimes wire-haired. They were also very small, often diminutive enough to be carried to the field in the pocket of a hunt coat. It has even been reported that 10 or 12 couples of Beagles could be carried in saddle baskets! Over the years the size has somewhat increased, but the little "pocket" Beagles still occasionally crop up in a litter. American top size is 15 inches, although in England they allow them up to 16 inches.
Hounds of the Beagle sort were brought into the States throughout the Colonial period, but type varied until further imports from England arrived in the 1880s and 1890s. The Beagle's ability to drill a trail and work the rabbit back around to the waiting hunter have contributed to his demand as a hunting companion. But his small size and happy personality have also been a factor. Needing little grooming, they are easy to maintain and are wonderful playmates for children.

Laboratories traditionally use Beagles in research of diseases, medicines and other medical matters. Large colonies are bred for this purpose, often with certain specific characteristics or proclivities, such as to cancers. This breed is chosen for this heart-rending but medically pertinent task due to its easygoing personality and its adaptability to kennel or pack life, as well as its overall sturdiness.

These same qualities, plus longevity, secure it a permanent place in the heart of dog lovers. In the USA, the Beagle dog has remained in the top ten registrations for many years, boasting a brief stay in the number one spot during the 1950s. His cocky show strut and merry performances in obedience make him a joy to watch. The Beagle is a much-loved pet and companion, although one may have to deal with his hound's voice and a bit of a stubborn streak. The Beagle hound's inquisitive, happy-go-lucky nature and voracious appetite can take him out of his master's good graces, however. To avoid this, training and crating in the owner's absence are advised by breeders.

Beagles are so popular that a verb has been coined, and fanciers are said to be "beagling." The breed is seen frequently in the winner's circle at dog shows, and nearly 3,000 sanctioned Beagle Field Trials are offered each year. Even with all these dogs involved in competitions, the great majority of Beagles enjoy a hunt individually or in pairs with their masters.

i'll make another one.. like my dog Shylo ::


German Shepherd

COUNTRY: Germany
WEIGHT: 75-95 lb (34-43 kg)
HEIGHT: 23-25 ich (57.5-62.5 cm)
COAT: short, medium or long
COLOR: black with tan, sable or all black or all white black with red,tan and red(Blue, liver and white considered a fault for AKC dog registration) They can have silver points
OTHER NAMES: Deutscher Scaferhund, Alsatian (they used to be know as Alsatians)
REGISTRY: AKC, CKC, UKC, FCI.\