Dog Training - Dog Obedience

Rottweiler Health Care

Deciding to get or adopt a Rottweiler shouldn’t be done without inquiring information about the dog breed features, level of maintenance, grooming, even breeding factors. Observing the final decision, the main choice factors are the various health problems that affect a certain dog breed. Let aside the fact that many wonder if the dog belongs to a pure-breed or not.

The Boxer

The Boxer Dog

Origins
The Boxer (also named Deutcher Boxer or German Boxer) has its origins in Germany, in the late 1800. This breed is considered to be a member of the Molosser group, a crossbreed between the English Bulldog and the German Bullenbeiser. It was officially acknowledged as a breed in 1902 and later on introduced to other parts of Europe and United States, after 1904. The Boxer was used during World War I as a guard dog, attack dog, messenger, pack carrier. After World War II he became popular all over the world.

The Shih Tzu

Origins
It is said that the Shih Tzu (also named Chrysanthemus Dog or Lion Dog) breed has its origins during the Chinese Tang Dynasty where it was brought from Tibet. Later on, after 1930-1940, it was introduced in England and throughout Europe. In 1969, this breed was officially recognised by the American Kennel Club and categorized as a breed of toy dogs.

The Rottweiler

A Rottweiler

Origins
The Rottweiler (also named Rottweiler Metzgerhund – Butchers Dog; nicknames: Rott, Weily, Rottie) has its origins in the land of Germany, being considered on of the oldest herding breeds alive. It is said that they have a really old ancestry, dating in the Roman Empire period. They were used to herd cattle and protect them from wild animals and robbers. They had a period of breeding decline during the railroad expansion, by the end of the 19th century. Later on, after World War I, the Rottweilers were used as police dogs and gained a higher popularity among dog owners.

The Great Dane

Origins
Most specialists tend to agree that the Great Dane breed (also named German Mastiff, Danish Hound, Boarhound, Deutche Dogge) has old origins, dating from the Egyptian people, around 3000 b.C. In a more recent period, some 400 years ago, in the regions of Germany, these dogs were known and used as spectacular boar hunters, due to their large body size and power. It was later on named Deutche Dogge, right after Germany was united in one state. It is stated that the German Mastiff could have as breed ancestor the Bullenbeisser, accompanied by some Irish wolfhound and Mastiff lines. This breed has suffered various breed standard modifications.

The Golden Retriever

A light Golden Retriever

Origins
The Golden Retriever originates from a highland state in Scotland, named Guisachan, in the late 1860s. These dogs were mainly used as hunting aids (retrieving killed birds from difficult terrain, even water), being excellent and durable for long hunts. The Golden Retriever ancestry comes from a sporting dogs breed, build for work and power.

The German Shepherd Dog

The German Shepherd

Origins
The German Shepherd Dog (also named Schäferhund, Deutcher Schäferhund, GSD, Berger Allemand, Alsatian) originates from the Germany regions, in the year 1899, when the Society of the German Shepherd Dog was created. This breed was used in many activities, including herding and later by the police, by the military. Nowadays, the Schäferhund is an excellent and loyal protection dog, being used as scouts, criminal tracking, narcotics and explosive detection.

The Chihuahua

Origins
The Chihuahua breeds was named after a state in Mexico. It is said that these dogs were descendents of the Techichi, a breed favored by Toltecs and later brought in Europe and in other countries by conquistadors. The genetic origins are stated to be in the 1800s. After the 1830-1850 period, this breed was increasingly becoming known to the Mexican regions and eventually in US territories.

The Cairn Terrier

Origins
The Cairn Terrier breed has its origins in Scotland, even if it existed in other parts long before that. In Scotland, this breed received the name Cairn and became popular due to the similarity with the Skye Terrier breed. These dogs were used for catching rats or others rodents (rabbits, squirrels), doing the cat’s job in the household.

The Bullmastiff

Origins
The Bullmastiff has its origins in the regions of Great Britain, being considered a bulldog and mastiff crossed breed. These dogs were mainly used to seek out and scare off poachers. They were also bred by the 1800s English gamekeepers to guard their proprieties and possessions. Nowadays, the Bullmastiff is a great family dog.