The Maltese is a small breed of dog in the Toy Group. It descends from dogs originating in the Central Mediterranean Area. The breed name and origins are generally understood to derive from the Mediterranean island nation of Malta; however‚ the name is sometimes described with reference to the distinct Adriatic island of Mljet‚ or a defunct Sicilian town called Melita. This ancient breed has been known by a variety of names throughout the centuries. Originally called the "Canis Melitaeus" in Latin
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Dogs and cats have become the two most common house pets‚ yet their ancestors‚ how they were domesticated‚ and their purpose is never questioned and if often unknown because of their regularity in our everyday lives. While their origin is debatable‚ these animals have undergone a human-controlled process that‚ over-times‚ has shaped dogs and cats into the companions we know today. Domestication is a continuous movement of favorable characteristics along an animal’s lineage. These characteristics
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All you need is love from a dog. The first dog was domesticated in Europe many thousands of years ago. Although the Border Collie is ranked at #1 smartest breeds of dogs‚ other breeds fall on intelligence list. The top 10 smartest dog breeds. (Kane) The Border Collie was originally known as the “scotch dog.” This breed was bred to think independently and at long distances from human shepherds. They have the problem solving intelligence and strong working drive to maintain control of the flock. On
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The Australian Shepherd Ashlynn Henning Globe University – Sioux Falls The Australian Shepherd The Australian Shepherd or other wise known as an Aussie‚ is a highly intelligent dog that is seen world wide. This dog is used on the farm as a herding dog‚ all-purpose farm dog‚ and as well as a performance dog. The original dog bible: the definitive source for all things dog /[editied] by Kristin Mehus-Roe. – end ed. P. cm. Many believe that the Australian Shepherd had originated in Spain and
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The Australian Shepherd The Australian Shepherd is one of the happiest and most loyal dog breeds on the planet. They are affectionate and aim to please. Their nature is to be friendly and trusting and they expect the same in return when meeting new people or other dogs. When encountering a pooch that isn’t so nice‚ they will not interact. Rather‚ they will head in a direction away from that dog. If you are considering bringing one of these wonderful animals into your family‚ you must consider
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Read more: Violence‚ Dogs‚ Animals‚ To Breed or Not to Breed‚ Life [pic] AP Photo/David Zalubowski A pit bull peers out from the door to its pen in the Denver Animal Shelter. Aug. 20‚ 2007 | When you fall in love with a pit bull‚ you need to be prepared for a lot of abuse from strangers -- a lot of accusations‚ a lot of glares. Walking down the street with my dog‚ Sula‚ cars slow down as they pass. People cross to the other side of the street‚ as if my canine is a convicted killer or I am an
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Have you seen a life saving dog?‚ well‚ if you have ‚ you will know it’s the German shepherd and that people use it for . For more than a century‚ It has been used as disability assistance dog‚ rescue dog‚ and also as military dog etc. I’ve been curious to know more about this smart and brave dog. According to Francis Kern‚ Initially in 1890 approximately‚ these "Dogs were being bred to preserve traits that assisted in their job of herding sheep and protecting their flocks from predators." After
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Persuasive Speech: By Sarah Wooten: You have heard it countless times before. “Pit bulls are heartless monsters!” Or you may have heard the ever famous claim‚ “Pit bulls are killers‚ dangerous‚ and keep your kids away from them!” But there are people like me out there that believe they are not monsters. They are just misunderstood. Training and discipline techniques from a young age are all it takes to have a lovable pit bull that wouldn’t hurt a fly. People seem only to focus on the negative
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Meet the German Shepherd The article “Meet the German Shepherd” published on September 8th‚ 2014 by Amy Braman details the important information regarding a German shepherd. In Hanover‚ Germany 1882 the first German shepherd was introduced after being bred by breeders in Karlsruhe‚ Germany. The objective for breeding the German shepherd was to create a dog that was handsome‚ responsive and obedient. The German shepherd stands about 22 to 26 inches tall and weighs between 75 to 85 pounds. Their
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My Rhetorical Analysis of "Pit Bull‚ Bum Rap?" In 2004‚ Maclean’s published Lianne George’s essay‚ "Pit Bull‚ Bum Rap?" in regards to a proposal to ban pit bulls. Lianne George is currently an associate editor for Maclean’s magazine in Canada. She has written numerous commentaries such as this one‚ "Pit Bull‚ Bum Rap?" for Maclean’s and other publications like the National Post. Lianne George begins with an overview of dog breeds falling in and out of fashion. She compares the current pit
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