Appearance and temperament
The Devon Rex is a young breed, only some 30 years old. It derives its name from the town in which it was first developed, namely Devon in southwest England. 'Rex' is a term used to indicate a mutation in the coat; rather than being straight and ... [... more]
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Suffolk Sheep
The Suffolk was developed in England by crossing a variety of horned sheep, the Norfolk Horn, with Southdown sheep. The Southdown gave the breed conformation (its shape and build) and its quiet temperament, while the Norfolk Horn gave taste and ... [... more]
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Diet and exercise
The Dobermann has had a reputation for being an aggressive and vicious dog. The breed has also been renowned for several genetic problems including hip dysplasia, Von Willebrands factor, wobblers syndrome, as well as eye and temperament problems. ... [... more]
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Maremma Sheepdog
These large white dogs are bred to protect flocks, they are friendly to their family but aloof and wary of strangers. Large breed apparently without hereditary bone diseases; Temperament in early strains is "touchy". It is important to meet the [... more]
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen falls into the small-cute-scuffy-dog category but is one of the rarer members found here. There are probably less than 20 in Australia today, although their attractive appearance and outgoing temperament could ... [... more]
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German Shepherd
A breeding program developed by the German Shepherd Dog League has been used to produce the best pure bred in Australia. The League has succeeded in developing a breed with a stable temperament and sound body by using a scoring system to ... [... more]
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Useful qualities:
The Golden Retriever is one of Burke's Backyards' top family dogs with a reputation for sound temperament. A male Golden Retriever stands about 56-61cm (22-24".) while females are smaller at 51-56cm (20-22"). They are a medium-large dog [... more]
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Bichon Frise
COSTS: $800 pet. Feeding $10/week. Grooming around $50/month. GROOMING: Intensive. Around a half hour daily. Regular clipping required. CHILD COMPATIBILITY: Good with children. Can become attached to single family members. TEMPERAMENT: Promoted ... [... more]
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Aussie Bulldog
In many ways the British Bulldog is one of the world's most fascinating dogs. In their own way they're very beautiful, and they have a fantastic temperament, probably one of the best of all dog breeds. But most are walking disasters: man has done ... [... more]
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Temperament and training
Although some may still regard the Poodle as the epitome of canine extravagance and a symbol of the well heeled, this breed has in fact crept into the hearts and minds of many owners who would argue that this could not no be any further from the ... [... more]
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Temperament: placid
In the past few years wildlife authorities have relaxed regulations to allow certain frogs to be kept as pets, provided licences or permits are given. Now more people can discover just how appealing frogs are as pets. Two of the most popular and ... [... more]
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Temperament and breeding
Also known as the Mexican walking fish, the word axolotl came from the Aztecs and is thought to mean 'water doll'. Known scientifically as Ambystoma mexicanum, axolotls are in fact the larval stage of the salamander; an air breathing, land ... [... more]
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