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| Question/Answer | | hOPE12 asked on 01/26/07 - I will try it again: ![]()
captainoutrageous answered on 01/26/07:It's pretty, but what are you asking? | | Question/Answer | | Saladin asked on 02/26/05 - Groenendael Has anyone any experience of this breed?
I have discoivered that my little adoptee "Believed to be BC" is, in fact, a delicious Groenendael.
captainoutrageous answered on 02/27/05:The Belgian Shepherd Dog (Groenendael) is the most popular variety of the Belgian Shepherd Dog breeds. The Groenendael is recognized by all major kennel clubs. In the United States it is recognized under the name Belgian Shepherd Dog.
Like all Belgian Shepherds, the Groenendael is a medium-sized, hard-working, square-proportioned breed of dog in the sheepdog family. The Groenendael is recognized by its distinctive black coat.
The Groenendael, breed of sturdy working dog developed from a wide assortment of sheepherding dogs in Belgium in the early 20th cent. It stands from 22 to 26 in. high at the shoulder and weighs from 50 to 60 lb. Its long, straight coat is black, sometimes with white markings on the chin, forechest, and feet. As a result of such developments as the widespread use of fencing, the increasing availability of rail transportation, and a decline in the threat of marauding animals, the necessity for sheepherding dogs began to decline in Belgium toward the end of the 19th cent. Dog breeders began to turn their attention to the show ring. Of the widely divergent types of herding dogs in existence, three varieties differing only in coat and color were finally bred true, i.e., the Belgian Malinois, Belgian sheepdog, and Belgian Tervuren. All were shown under the name "Belgian sheepdog" until 1959 when they were designated separate breeds by the American Kennel Club.
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/belgiangroenendael.htm
http://www.bsca.info/
http://belgianrescuelist.ambercreek.net/groenendael.htm
| | Question/Answer | | SCOOBY asked on 08/08/04 - bows for poodles I seem to remember seeing poodles wearing ribbons on their ears that I think are put on when they are taken in for grooming. Does anyone know how they are put on? Are they tied on or taped on? captainoutrageous answered on 08/08/04:I believe you will find the following site of interest:
http://www.myshelties.com/dogbowsFAQ.htm | | Question/Answer | | ken123 asked on 03/30/04 - Why does my dog do this? Hello, my 8 month old puppy (Shih-tuz/yorkie) pees out of excitment all the time. When I get home from school, she'll start jumping a peeing right in front of me, or when my parents come home from the grocery store, or when friends come over, etc. My parents are REALLY getting annoyed with this behaviour. Why does she do this and how can I stop it.
Also, she started that..maybe a month after we got her, then she stopped, then she started peeing again, then she stopped, but now she is doing it like crazy. To be honest, its really getting on my nerves too. captainoutrageous answered on 03/30/04:What you are dealing with is called submission urination. The following articles address this issue:
http://www.geocities.com/Petsburgh/7742/training/submissive.htm
http://www.usask.ca/wcvm/herdmed/applied-ethology/behaviourproblems/suburine.html
http://www.dogdaysusa.com/behaviorcenter_urination.asp
http://www.clickandtreat.com/webart105.htm
| | Question/Answer | | dorothyfromoz asked on 12/03/03 - small dog question I want a small non-yippy non-aggressive friendly dog. Which small dog breed should I choose?? captainoutrageous answered on 12/04/03:My recommendation is the Italian Greyhound. Perhaps the most outstanding characteristic of the Italian Greyhound is his affectionate disposition. He thrives best when this affection is returned and is happiest with his owner and immediate family. For this reason, he may sometimes seem a trifle aloof with strangers. He is sensitive, alert, and intelligent and remains playful until long past puppyhood. He adapts to most households and gets along well with other pets and children. He is eager to please and learns quickly. Many have done well in obedience trials.
In appearance, the Italian Greyhound is very similar to the Greyhound, but is considerably smaller and more slender in all proportions. He differs also from his larger relative in his characteristic and elegant gait, high stepping and free. The coat may be all shades of fawn, cream, red, blue, or sometimes black, and it may be either solid or with various degrees of white markings. The coat is fine, smooth and glossy.
For individuals who were with IG rescue:
http://www.italiangreyhound.org/rescurep.html | | Question/Answer | | BloodandGold asked on 07/07/03 - Dangerous dogs.. I was wondering what dog has the highest bite rate. I know it's either cocker spaniel or some other cute dog. (I know it's not pitbull so please don't tell me that it is.) Thanks. captainoutrageous answered on 07/07/03:Sorry, but according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), pit bulls are the most likely breed to bite, followed by Rottweilers and German Shepherds:
http://www.co.el-dorado.ca.us/publichealth/pdf/Section4_FullDogBiteReport.pdf
Of course, there are many factors that should be taken into account such as age, sex, whether the dog is neutered, and popularity of the breed.
I have seen other statistics indicating mixed breeds to be responsible for the most bites and another stating Chows as number 1.
http://www.utoronto.ca/kids/dogbite.htm
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2002/07/10/earlyshow/contributors/debbyeturner/main514774.shtml | | Question/Answer | | Cindy71 asked on 05/29/03 - Mini Schnauzer Lately, I noticed my 7 year old female schnauzer, Casey shaking as if she's shivering. One time, it was because my mother's pager went off and she started shaking. She ran to me to pick her up and I did, but she wouldn't stop. I petted her and talked to her until she relaxed, but it took about 10 minutes.
Last weekend, we went shopping and when we returned, my grandfather said something was wrong with Casey. When I asked why he felt that, he said she began shaking (there were 4 other dogs there as well and they were all fine). Well, when I picked her up, she wasn't shaking and I figured something must have scared her. She's done it two other times prior to these last two times, but we figured it was because she gets scared.
My question to you is: Is it possible for a dog to shake as if she's shivering because they get scared or do you think something else is going on? Her eyes look scared to and when I hold her, she pretty much hugs me (which she generally isn't an affectionate dog). I've never seen a dog shiver.
captainoutrageous answered on 05/29/03:Yes, pets can shiver or tremble when they are scared or nervous. In older pets, shivering and trembling may be a sign of underlying problems like arthritis or weak muscles. It can also be a sign of neurological problems.A variety of illnesses, including lupus, hypothyroidism, and some kinds of anemia can also cause pets to shiver. Pets with fever will often shiver and tremble. In rare cases, so will pets that have low levels of calcium.
From your description that fear is what your schnauzer is experiencing, however, to be on the safe side, it would be a good idea to take her in to the vet for a checkup. |
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