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Schutzhund
Schutzhund literally means protection dog. It was originally designed as a breed test for German Shepherds as a sport and to evaluate their working ability. The first Schutzhund trial was held in Germany in 1901. There are 3 phases to Schutzhund – obedience, tracking and protection. A dog must pass all 3 phases to earn […]
How to Calculate Your Dog’s Age
The old rule that a dog’s age is equivalent to 7 years of human life is not quite accurate. Dogs in their first year age much more quickly than a human child of one year. At one year a dog’s age is similar to that of a human, 15 years old. Different breeds and different […]
Kangal Dog
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Turkey Group: Guard dog Height: males 28-33 in., females 28-31 in. Weight: males 120-145 lbs., females 100-125 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes, with early socialization Good with other pets: can be dog-aggressive What is the origin of the Kangal Dog? The Kangal Dog is […]