Dog Breeds - Volume 3
A Wikipedia Compilation by Michael A. Linton Contents
1 Galgo Español 1 1.1 Description ...... 1 1.1.1 Appearance ...... 1 1.1.2 Temperament ...... 3 1.1.3 Health ...... 3 1.2 History ...... 3 1.3 Roles ...... 7 1.3.1 Galgos as pets ...... 7 1.4 References ...... 8 1.5 External links ...... 8
2 Can de Palleiro 9 2.1 External links ...... 9
3 Gascon Saintongeois 11 3.1 Characteristics ...... 11 3.2 History and use ...... 11 3.3 See also ...... 12 3.4 References ...... 12 3.5 External links ...... 12
4 Georgian Shepherd 13 4.1 Characteristics ...... 13 4.2 History ...... 13 4.3 References ...... 13
5 German Longhaired Pointer 14 5.1 Description ...... 14 5.1.1 Appearance ...... 14 5.1.2 Temperament ...... 14 5.2 Care ...... 15 5.3 Health ...... 15 5.4 History ...... 15 5.5 See also ...... 16
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5.6 References ...... 16 5.7 External links ...... 16
6 German Pinscher 17 6.1 Description ...... 17 6.2 History ...... 17 6.2.1 Extinct varieties ...... 18 6.3 Health and temperament ...... 19 6.3.1 Temperament ...... 19 6.3.2 Health ...... 20 6.4 References ...... 20 6.5 External links ...... 21
7 Stichelhaar 23 7.1 Appearance ...... 23 7.2 Personality ...... 23 7.3 Notes ...... 23 7.4 References ...... 23
8 German Shepherd 24 8.1 Description ...... 24 8.1.1 Intelligence ...... 25 8.2 Temperament ...... 25 8.2.1 Aggression and biting ...... 25 8.3 Modern breed ...... 26 8.3.1 Controversy ...... 26 8.4 Use as working dog ...... 27 8.5 History ...... 29 8.6 Etymology ...... 30 8.7 Popularity ...... 31 8.8 Health ...... 32 8.9 In popular culture ...... 35 8.10 See also ...... 35 8.11 References ...... 35 8.12 Further reading ...... 37 8.13 External links ...... 38
9 German Shorthaired Pointer 40 9.1 Coat and color ...... 40 9.2 Temperament ...... 40 9.3 Health ...... 41 9.3.1 Care ...... 41 9.4 History ...... 42 CONTENTS iii
9.5 In art and literature ...... 42 9.6 See also ...... 42 9.7 References ...... 42 9.8 External links ...... 43
10 German Spaniel 44 10.1 History ...... 44 10.2 Description ...... 45 10.3 Temperament ...... 45 10.4 Outside Germany ...... 45 10.5 References ...... 46 10.6 External links ...... 47
11 German Spitz 48 11.1 The German Spitz breed ...... 48 11.2 The German Spitz type ...... 48 11.3 Appearance ...... 50 11.4 History ...... 50 11.5 References ...... 50 11.6 External links ...... 50
12 German Wirehaired Pointer 51 12.1 Description ...... 51 12.1.1 Appearance ...... 51 12.1.2 Temperament ...... 51 12.1.3 Color ...... 52 12.2 Health ...... 52 12.3 History ...... 52 12.4 See also ...... 53 12.5 References ...... 53 12.6 External links ...... 53
13 Giant Schnauzer 54 13.1 History ...... 54 13.2 Description ...... 55 13.2.1 Appearance ...... 55 13.2.2 Temperament ...... 55 13.3 Health ...... 56 13.4 See also ...... 56 13.5 References ...... 56 13.6 External links ...... 58
14 Glen of Imaal Terrier 59 iv CONTENTS
14.1 Appearance ...... 59 14.2 Health ...... 60 14.3 Temperament and behavior ...... 61 14.4 Relationship to other breeds ...... 62 14.5 References ...... 62 14.6 External links ...... 62
15 Golden Retriever 64 15.1 Characteristics ...... 64 15.1.1 British type ...... 64 15.1.2 American type ...... 65 15.1.3 Canadian type ...... 65 15.1.4 Coat and colour ...... 65 15.1.5 Temperament ...... 67 15.2 Health and lifespan ...... 68 15.2.1 Common health problems ...... 69 15.2.2 Grooming ...... 69 15.3 Activities ...... 70 15.4 Origins and history ...... 71 15.4.1 In England ...... 71 15.4.2 In the United States ...... 71 15.4.3 In Canada ...... 71 15.4.4 In Scotland ...... 72 15.4.5 Notable dogs ...... 73 15.5 References ...... 73 15.6 External links ...... 74
16 Gordon Setter 75 16.1 Description ...... 75 16.1.1 Appearance ...... 75 16.1.2 Temperament ...... 75 16.2 Health ...... 76 16.3 History ...... 77 16.3.1 Origins ...... 77 16.3.2 Breed development ...... 79 16.4 References ...... 81 16.5 Reading list ...... 81 16.6 External links ...... 81
17 Gran Mastín de Borínquen 85 17.1 History ...... 85 17.2 External links ...... 85 CONTENTS v
18 Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Noir 86 18.1 Appearance ...... 86 18.2 History and use ...... 86 18.3 Health and temperament ...... 86 18.4 See also ...... 87 18.5 References ...... 87 18.6 External links ...... 87
19 Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Orange 88 19.1 Appearance ...... 88 19.2 History and use ...... 88 19.3 Health and temperament ...... 88 19.4 See also ...... 88 19.5 References ...... 89 19.6 External links ...... 89
20 Grand Anglo-Français Tricolore 90 20.1 Appearance ...... 90 20.2 History and use ...... 90 20.3 Health and temperament ...... 90 20.4 Tricolour ...... 90 20.5 See also ...... 91 20.6 References ...... 91 20.7 External links ...... 91
21 Grand Griffon Vendéen 92 21.1 Notes ...... 92 21.2 References ...... 93 21.3 External links ...... 93
22 Great Dane 94 22.1 History ...... 94 22.1.1 Hunting dog ...... 94 22.1.2 Name change ...... 95 22.2 Description ...... 95 22.2.1 Coat colors ...... 96 22.2.2 Temperament ...... 98 22.3 Exercise ...... 98 22.4 Health ...... 99 22.5 Cultural significance ...... 101 22.6 See also ...... 102 22.7 References ...... 102 22.8 External links ...... 104 vi CONTENTS
23 Great Pyrenees 105 23.1 Description ...... 105 23.1.1 Temperament ...... 106 23.1.2 Upkeep ...... 106 23.2 In popular culture ...... 108 23.3 See also ...... 110 23.4 References ...... 110 23.5 External links ...... 111
24 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 112 24.1 History ...... 112 24.1.1 Breed history ...... 112 24.1.2 Selective breeding ...... 113 24.1.3 Renewal of breed ...... 114 24.1.4 20th century development ...... 116 24.2 Appearance ...... 117 24.2.1 Coat ...... 117 24.2.2 Size ...... 118 24.2.3 Conformation ...... 118 24.3 Temperament ...... 121 24.4 Health ...... 121 24.4.1 Urinary incontinence ...... 121 24.4.2 Eyelash issues ...... 122 24.4.3 Lick fit ...... 122 24.4.4 Epilepsy ...... 122 24.4.5 Abdominal health issues ...... 122 24.4.6 Dysplasias ...... 123 24.4.7 Rage Syndrome ...... 123 24.5 Lifespan ...... 123 24.6 Kennel club and pet registry recognition ...... 123 24.7 Four breeds of Sennenhund ...... 124 24.8 Similar breeds ...... 124 24.9 See also ...... 124 24.10References ...... 124 24.11External links ...... 127
25 Greek Harehound 128 25.1 Appearance ...... 128 25.2 Temperament ...... 128 25.3 Health ...... 129 25.4 References ...... 129 25.5 External links ...... 129 CONTENTS vii
26 Greenland Dog 130 26.1 Description ...... 130 26.1.1 Appearance ...... 130 26.1.2 Temperament ...... 130 26.1.3 Stamina ...... 130 26.2 History ...... 130 26.3 See also ...... 131 26.4 References ...... 132 26.5 External links ...... 132
27 Greyhound 134 27.1 Description ...... 134 27.1.1 Appearance ...... 134 27.1.2 Temperament ...... 134 27.1.3 Greyhounds as pets ...... 134 27.2 Roles of the breed ...... 136 27.2.1 Coursing ...... 136 27.2.2 Racing ...... 136 27.2.3 Companion ...... 138 27.3 Health and physiology ...... 138 27.3.1 Anatomy ...... 139 27.4 History ...... 139 27.5 In culture ...... 139 27.5.1 As mascot ...... 140 27.5.2 Other ...... 142 27.6 Further reading ...... 142 27.7 See also ...... 142 27.8 References ...... 143 27.9 External links ...... 144
28 Griffon Bleu de Gascogne 145 28.1 Appearance ...... 145 28.2 History ...... 145 28.3 Health and temperament ...... 145 28.4 See also ...... 145 28.5 References ...... 146 28.6 External links ...... 146
29 Griffon Bruxellois 147 29.1 History ...... 147 29.2 Description ...... 147 29.2.1 Temperament ...... 147 viii CONTENTS
29.3 Health ...... 149 29.3.1 Birthing ...... 149 29.3.2 Cleft palate ...... 150 29.3.3 Eyes ...... 151 29.3.4 Heat Stroke ...... 151 29.3.5 Syringomyelia ...... 152 29.4 Griffon Bruxellois in popular culture ...... 152 29.5 See also ...... 152 29.6 References ...... 152 29.7 External links ...... 153
30 Griffon Fauve de Bretagne 154 30.1 Appearance ...... 154 30.2 History ...... 154 30.3 Health and temperament ...... 154 30.4 See also ...... 154 30.5 References ...... 155 30.6 External links ...... 155
31 Griffon Nivernais 156 31.1 Appearance ...... 156 31.2 History ...... 156 31.3 Health and temperament ...... 156 31.4 See also ...... 156 31.5 References ...... 157 31.6 External links ...... 157
32 Guatemalan Dogo 158 32.1 History ...... 158 32.2 Appearance ...... 158 32.3 Behaviour ...... 158 32.4 Utilization ...... 158 32.5 References ...... 159
33 Gull Terrier 160 33.1 Description ...... 160 33.2 Ailments ...... 160 33.3 Livelihood ...... 160 33.4 Temperament ...... 160
34 Hamiltonstövare 162 34.1 General Appearance ...... 162 34.1.1 Characteristics ...... 162 CONTENTS ix
34.1.2 Head and Skull ...... 162 34.1.3 Eyes ...... 162 34.1.4 Ears ...... 162 34.1.5 Mouth ...... 162 34.1.6 Neck ...... 163 34.1.7 Forequarters ...... 163 34.1.8 Body ...... 163 34.1.9 Hindquarters ...... 163 34.1.10 Feet ...... 163 34.1.11 Tail ...... 163 34.1.12 Coat ...... 163 34.1.13 Colour ...... 163 34.2 Gait/Movement ...... 163 34.3 Temperament ...... 163 34.4 Size ...... 164 34.5 Faults ...... 164
35 Hanover Hound 165 35.1 Description ...... 165 35.1.1 Appearance ...... 165 35.1.2 Temperament ...... 165 35.2 References ...... 165 35.3 External links ...... 165
36 Hare Indian Dog 166 36.1 Appearance ...... 166 36.2 Temperament ...... 167 36.3 History ...... 168 36.4 See also ...... 169 36.5 References ...... 170 36.6 External links ...... 170
37 Harrier (dog) 171 37.1 Description ...... 171 37.1.1 Appearance ...... 171 37.1.2 Temperament ...... 171 37.2 Health ...... 171 37.3 Care ...... 171 37.3.1 Exercise ...... 172 37.4 History ...... 172 37.5 References ...... 172 37.6 External links ...... 173 x CONTENTS
38 Havanese 174 38.1 Description ...... 174 38.1.1 Appearance ...... 174 38.1.2 Temperament ...... 176 38.2 Health ...... 177 38.3 History ...... 178 38.4 Havanese at work ...... 179 38.5 Care ...... 179 38.6 See also ...... 183 38.7 References ...... 183 38.8 External links ...... 184
39 Hawaiian Poi Dog 185 39.1 History ...... 185 39.2 Usage ...... 185 39.3 See also ...... 185 39.4 Footnotes and references ...... 186 39.5 Further reading ...... 186 39.6 External links ...... 186
40 Himalayan Sheepdog 187 40.1 Temperament ...... 187 40.2 Health ...... 187 40.3 History ...... 187 40.4 See also ...... 188 40.5 External links ...... 188 40.6 References ...... 188
41 Hokkaido (dog) 189 41.1 Appearance ...... 189 41.2 Temperament ...... 189 41.3 History ...... 189 41.4 Health ...... 191 41.5 See also ...... 191 41.6 References ...... 191 41.7 External links ...... 191
42 Hortaya borzaya 192 42.1 Description ...... 192 42.1.1 Appearance ...... 192 42.1.2 Temperament ...... 192 42.2 Health ...... 193 42.3 Use and activity ...... 194 CONTENTS xi
42.4 Breeding ...... 194 42.5 History ...... 195 42.6 References ...... 196 42.7 External links ...... 196
43 Hovawart 197 43.1 Description ...... 197 43.1.1 Appearance ...... 198 43.1.2 Temperament ...... 198 43.2 History ...... 198 43.2.1 Thirteenth century ...... 198 43.2.2 Fifteenth century ...... 199 43.2.3 Twentieth century ...... 199 43.3 Miscellaneous ...... 199 43.4 References ...... 200 43.5 External links ...... 200
44 Huntaway 201 44.1 Appearance ...... 201 44.2 Skills ...... 202 44.3 History ...... 202 44.4 General information ...... 202 44.5 References ...... 202 44.6 External links ...... 203
45 Hygenhund 204 45.1 Conformation ...... 204
46 Ibizan Hound 205 46.1 Description ...... 205 46.1.1 Appearance ...... 205 46.1.2 Temperament ...... 206 46.2 Health ...... 206 46.3 History and use ...... 206 46.4 In folk culture ...... 207 46.5 References ...... 208 46.6 External links ...... 208
47 Icelandic Sheepdog 209 47.1 Description ...... 209 47.1.1 Appearance ...... 209 47.1.2 Temperament ...... 210 47.2 Activities ...... 211 xii CONTENTS
47.3 History ...... 211 47.4 Miscellaneous ...... 212 47.5 References ...... 212 47.6 External links ...... 213
48 Indian pariah dog 214 48.1 Traits ...... 214 48.2 Temperament ...... 214 48.3 Health ...... 216 48.4 Appearance ...... 216 48.5 Behaviour ...... 216 48.6 Hunting and diet ...... 216 48.7 See also ...... 217 48.8 References ...... 217 48.9 External links ...... 218
49 Indian Spitz 219 49.1 Origins ...... 219 49.2 Specs ...... 219 49.3 Behavior ...... 219 49.4 Differences between the Pomeranian and Indian Spitz in India ...... 219 49.5 Roles in the Movies ...... 221 49.6 Lifespan ...... 221 49.7 References ...... 221 49.8 External links ...... 222
50 Irish Red and White Setter 224 50.1 Function ...... 224 50.2 History ...... 224 50.2.1 Origins ...... 224 50.2.2 Revival ...... 226 50.3 Description ...... 227 50.3.1 Appearance ...... 227 50.3.2 Temperament ...... 228 50.4 Health ...... 229 50.4.1 Hereditary concerns ...... 229 50.4.2 Outcross programme ...... 230 50.5 See also ...... 231 50.6 References ...... 231 50.7 External links ...... 232
51 Irish Setter 233 51.1 Description ...... 233 CONTENTS xiii
51.1.1 Appearance ...... 233 51.1.2 Temperament ...... 233 51.2 History ...... 235 51.3 Uses ...... 236 51.3.1 Working Red Setter ...... 237 51.4 Health ...... 237 51.5 Miscellaneous ...... 238 51.6 Notable setters ...... 238 51.7 References ...... 239 51.8 Further reading ...... 239 51.9 External links ...... 240
52 Irish Terrier 241 52.1 Description ...... 241 52.1.1 Appearance ...... 241 52.1.2 Temperament ...... 243 52.2 History ...... 244 52.3 Care ...... 245 52.4 Health ...... 246 52.5 Appearances in arts and culture ...... 247 52.6 References ...... 247 52.7 External links ...... 247
53 Irish Water Spaniel 248 53.1 Description ...... 248 53.1.1 Appearance ...... 248 53.1.2 Temperament ...... 248 53.2 History ...... 248 53.3 Suitability as a pet ...... 249 53.4 Activities ...... 250 53.5 Irish Water Spaniel Club of Ireland ...... 250 53.6 Irish Water Spaniel Club of America ...... 250 53.6.1 IWSCA Breeders ...... 250 53.7 IWS Health Foundation ...... 250 53.8 References ...... 251 53.9 External links ...... 251
54 Irish Wolfhound 252 54.1 Appearance ...... 252 54.2 Temperament ...... 253 54.3 Health ...... 253 54.4 History ...... 254 xiv CONTENTS
54.4.1 Pre-19th century ...... 256 54.4.2 Modern wolfhound ...... 257 54.5 References in modern culture ...... 259 54.6 See also ...... 259 54.7 References ...... 259 54.8 Further reading ...... 261 54.9 External links ...... 261
55 Istrian Coarse-haired Hound 262 55.1 Description ...... 262 55.1.1 Appearance ...... 262 55.1.2 Temperament ...... 262 55.2 History ...... 262 55.3 See also ...... 262 55.4 References ...... 263
56 Istrian Shorthaired Hound 264 56.1 Appearance ...... 264 56.2 History ...... 264 56.3 Health and temperament ...... 265 56.4 See also ...... 265 56.5 References ...... 265
57 Italian Greyhound 266 57.1 Description ...... 266 57.1.1 Appearance ...... 266 57.1.2 Temperament ...... 266 57.1.3 Activities ...... 268 57.2 Grooming ...... 268 57.2.1 Oral ...... 269 57.3 Health ...... 269 57.4 History ...... 270 57.5 Cultural significance ...... 270 57.6 See also ...... 272 57.7 References ...... 272 57.8 External links ...... 273
58 Jack Russell Terrier 274 58.1 History ...... 274 58.1.1 Sporting parson ...... 274 58.1.2 After John Russell ...... 275 58.1.3 Post World War II ...... 276 58.2 Description ...... 277 CONTENTS xv
58.2.1 Differences with related breeds ...... 278 58.3 Temperament ...... 280 58.4 Health ...... 281 58.4.1 Eye disorders ...... 281 58.4.2 Musculoskeletal conditions ...... 282 58.5 Well-known Jack Russell terriers ...... 283 58.5.1 On screen and in literature ...... 285 58.6 See also ...... 286 58.6.1 Clubs and associations ...... 287 58.7 Footnotes ...... 287 58.8 References ...... 290 58.9 External links ...... 290
59 Jagdterrier 291 59.1 Description ...... 291 59.1.1 Appearance ...... 291 59.1.2 Temperament ...... 291 59.2 History ...... 291 59.3 References ...... 293 59.4 External links ...... 293
60 Jämthund 294 60.1 Appearance ...... 294 60.2 Temperament ...... 294 60.3 Exercise ...... 294 60.4 Grooming ...... 294 60.5 History ...... 295 60.6 References ...... 295
61 Japanese Chin 296 61.1 History ...... 296 61.2 Description ...... 296 61.2.1 Appearance ...... 296 61.2.2 Temperament ...... 298 61.3 Health ...... 298 61.4 Care ...... 300 61.5 Gallery ...... 300 61.6 See also ...... 301 61.7 References ...... 301 61.8 External links ...... 301
62 Japanese Spitz 302 62.1 Appearance ...... 302 xvi CONTENTS
62.1.1 Size variations ...... 302 62.2 History ...... 303 62.3 Health ...... 303 62.3.1 Mortality ...... 303 62.3.2 Temperament ...... 304 62.4 Care ...... 304 62.4.1 Grooming ...... 305 62.5 Famous Japanese Spitzes ...... 305 62.6 References ...... 305 62.7 External links ...... 308
63 Japanese Terrier 309 63.1 Description ...... 309 63.1.1 Appearance ...... 310 63.1.2 Temperament ...... 310 63.2 History ...... 310 63.3 External links ...... 311
64 Kaikadi (dog) 312 64.1 Appearance ...... 313 64.2 References ...... 313
65 Kai Ken 314 65.1 Description ...... 314 65.1.1 Appearance ...... 314 65.1.2 Temperament ...... 314 65.2 History ...... 314 65.3 In popular culture ...... 314 65.4 See also ...... 315 65.5 References ...... 316 65.6 External links ...... 316
66 Kangal dog 317 66.1 Origins ...... 317 66.2 Appearance ...... 317 66.3 Temperament ...... 318 66.3.1 Protective behavior ...... 318 66.4 Kangal/Anatolian Shepherd ...... 318 66.5 The Kangal internationally ...... 319 66.6 See also ...... 320 66.7 References ...... 320 66.8 External links ...... 321 CONTENTS xvii
67 Kanni 322 67.1 Description ...... 322 67.1.1 Appearance ...... 322 67.2 Temperament ...... 322 67.3 History ...... 322 67.4 References ...... 323
68 Karakachan (dog) 324 68.1 Breed standard ...... 324 68.2 History ...... 324 68.3 Etymology ...... 324 68.4 Appearance ...... 325 68.4.1 Head ...... 325 68.4.2 Body ...... 326 68.4.3 Tail ...... 327 68.4.4 Limbs ...... 327 68.4.5 Gait/movement ...... 328 68.4.6 Skin ...... 328 68.4.7 Coat ...... 328 68.4.8 Height at the withers ...... 328 68.4.9 Weight ...... 328 68.4.10 Faults ...... 328 68.5 Effectiveness ...... 329 68.6 Creation of new breeds ...... 330 68.7 Popular culture ...... 331 68.8 Notes ...... 331 68.9 References ...... 331 68.10External links ...... 331
69 Karelian Bear Dog 332 69.1 History ...... 332 69.2 Description ...... 332 69.2.1 Appearance ...... 332 69.2.2 Temperament ...... 332 69.3 Related breeds ...... 333 69.4 Notes ...... 334 69.5 External links ...... 334
70 Karst Shepherd 335 70.1 Appearance ...... 335 70.2 Temperament ...... 335 70.3 History ...... 336 xviii CONTENTS
70.4 See also ...... 337 70.5 References ...... 337 70.6 External links ...... 337
71 Keeshond 338 71.1 Description ...... 338 71.1.1 Appearance ...... 338 71.1.2 Temperament ...... 340 71.2 Health ...... 341 71.3 Grooming ...... 342 71.4 History ...... 342 71.5 Miscellaneous ...... 343 71.5.1 Pronunciation ...... 343 71.5.2 Colored Keeshonden ...... 343 71.6 References ...... 344 71.7 External links ...... 344
72 Kerry Beagle 345 72.1 Description ...... 345 72.1.1 Appearance ...... 345 72.1.2 Temperament ...... 346 72.2 History & use ...... 346 72.3 References ...... 346 72.3.1 Footnotes ...... 346 72.3.2 Bibliography ...... 346 72.4 External links ...... 346
73 Kerry Blue Terrier 347 73.1 Description ...... 347 73.1.1 Appearance ...... 347 73.1.2 Coat ...... 347 73.1.3 Temperament ...... 347 73.2 Health ...... 349 73.3 History ...... 349 73.3.1 National Dog of Ireland ...... 350 73.4 See also ...... 350 73.5 References ...... 350 73.6 External links ...... 351
74 King Charles Spaniel 352 74.1 History ...... 352 74.1.1 17th century and Charles II ...... 354 74.1.2 After Charles II ...... 355 CONTENTS xix
74.1.3 19th century and the Blenheim Spaniel ...... 355 74.1.4 Conformation showing and the 20th century ...... 358 74.2 Description ...... 360 74.3 Temperament ...... 361 74.4 Health ...... 361 74.4.1 Eye and heart conditions ...... 361 74.4.2 Other common issues ...... 362 74.5 References ...... 362 74.6 External links ...... 365
75 King Shepherd 366 75.1 Description ...... 366 75.1.1 Size ...... 366 75.1.2 Temperament ...... 366 75.2 Care ...... 366 75.3 Origin ...... 367 75.4 Other information ...... 367 75.5 References ...... 367
76 Kintamani (dog) 368 76.1 Genetic evidence ...... 368 76.2 Characteristics ...... 368 76.2.1 Temperament ...... 369 76.3 History ...... 369 76.4 Accreditation ...... 369 76.5 See also ...... 370 76.6 References ...... 370 76.7 External links ...... 370
77 Kishu 371 77.1 Description ...... 371 77.1.1 Appearance ...... 371 77.1.2 Temperament ...... 371 77.2 Health ...... 371 77.2.1 Grooming ...... 372 77.2.2 Exercise ...... 373 77.3 History ...... 373 77.4 Manga ...... 374 77.5 Gallery ...... 374 77.6 See also ...... 374 77.7 References ...... 374 77.8 External links ...... 375 xx CONTENTS
78 Komondor 376 78.1 Etymology and history ...... 376 78.2 Description ...... 376 78.3 Appearance ...... 378 78.4 Temperament ...... 378 78.5 Uses ...... 379 78.6 Training ...... 379 78.7 In popular culture ...... 379 78.8 See also ...... 379 78.9 References ...... 379 78.10External links ...... 380
79 Kooikerhondje 381 79.1 Description ...... 381 79.1.1 Appearance ...... 381 79.1.2 Temperament ...... 381 79.2 Health ...... 381 79.3 History ...... 382 79.4 References ...... 383 79.5 External links ...... 384
80 Koolie 385 80.1 Description ...... 385 80.1.1 Appearance ...... 385 80.1.2 Coat ...... 385 80.1.3 Colouring ...... 387 80.1.4 Temperament ...... 387 80.2 Health ...... 388 80.2.1 Medical research ...... 388 80.3 Herding technique ...... 389 80.4 History ...... 390 80.4.1 Exports ...... 391 80.5 See also ...... 391 80.6 Notes ...... 391 80.7 References ...... 392 80.8 Further reading ...... 393 80.9 External links ...... 393
81 Korean Jindo 394 81.1 Description ...... 394 81.1.1 Appearance ...... 394 81.1.2 Feet ...... 395 CONTENTS xxi
81.1.3 Gait ...... 395 81.1.4 Temperament ...... 396 81.1.5 Height & weight ...... 398 81.1.6 Tail ...... 398 81.2 History ...... 398 81.2.1 Hunting ...... 398 81.2.2 As police and military dogs ...... 399 81.2.3 Anecdotes on loyalty of Jindos ...... 399 81.3 See also ...... 399 81.4 References ...... 399 81.5 External links ...... 400
82 Kromfohrländer 401 82.1 Appearance ...... 401 82.1.1 Size ...... 402 82.2 Temperament ...... 402 82.3 Health ...... 402 82.4 History ...... 402 82.5 External links ...... 403
83 Kumaon Mastiff 404 83.1 Origin ...... 404 83.2 Appearance ...... 404 83.3 Temperament ...... 404 83.4 Endangered Breed ...... 404 83.5 See also ...... 404 83.6 References ...... 404 83.7 External links ...... 405
84 Kunming wolfdog 406 84.1 Appearance ...... 406 84.1.1 Temperament ...... 406 84.2 Breed history ...... 406 84.3 See also ...... 407 84.4 References ...... 407
85 Kurī 408 85.1 See also ...... 408 85.2 References ...... 408 85.3 External links ...... 408
86 Kuvasz 409 86.1 Description ...... 409 xxii CONTENTS
86.1.1 Appearance ...... 409 86.1.2 Temperament ...... 409 86.2 History ...... 411 86.2.1 Possible origins of the breed name ...... 411 86.3 Grooming ...... 411 86.4 Health ...... 412 86.5 Popular culture ...... 412 86.6 Gallery ...... 412 86.7 Similar Breeds ...... 412 86.8 References ...... 412 86.8.1 Notations ...... 412 86.8.2 Footnotes ...... 413 86.9 External links ...... 413
87 Kyi-Leo 414 87.1 History ...... 414 87.2 Description ...... 415 87.2.1 Appearance ...... 415 87.2.2 Temperament ...... 415 87.3 Health ...... 415 87.4 Notable dogs ...... 415 87.5 See also ...... 415 87.6 References ...... 416 87.7 External links ...... 416
88 Labrador Husky 417 88.1 Appearance ...... 417 88.2 Temperament ...... 417 88.3 Health ...... 418 88.4 Origin ...... 418 88.5 Grooming and Living Area ...... 419 88.6 Rescue ...... 419 88.7 See also ...... 419
89 Labrador Retriever 420 89.1 Early descriptions ...... 420 89.2 Name ...... 421 89.3 Historical landmarks ...... 421 89.4 History of subtypes ...... 422 89.4.1 Yellow (and similar shades) ...... 422 89.4.2 Chocolate Labradors ...... 423 89.5 Description ...... 423 CONTENTS xxiii
89.5.1 Appearance ...... 423 89.6 Temperament ...... 430 89.6.1 Exploration ...... 431 89.6.2 Use as working dogs ...... 431 89.7 Health ...... 434 89.7.1 Inherited disorders ...... 434 89.7.2 Obesity ...... 435 89.8 Appearance around the world ...... 435 89.8.1 Demography ...... 437 89.8.2 US Military Working Dogs (War Dogs): Labrador Retrievers in the Vietnam War ...... 438 89.9 Famous labradors ...... 439 89.10See also ...... 440 89.11References ...... 441 89.12Further reading ...... 444 89.13External links ...... 444
90 Lagotto Romagnolo 447 90.1 Description ...... 447 90.1.1 Appearance ...... 447 90.1.2 Temperament ...... 447 90.2 Grooming ...... 448 90.3 Show grooming ...... 449 90.4 Health ...... 449 90.5 History ...... 449 90.6 Notes and references ...... 449 90.7 External links ...... 449
91 Lakeland Terrier 451 91.1 Description ...... 451 91.1.1 Appearance ...... 451 91.1.2 Temperament ...... 451 91.2 History ...... 451 91.3 Famous Lakelands ...... 453 91.4 References ...... 453 91.5 External links ...... 453
92 Lancashire Heeler 454 92.1 Description ...... 454 92.1.1 Appearance ...... 454 92.1.2 Personality ...... 454 92.2 Health ...... 454 92.3 History ...... 454 xxiv CONTENTS
92.4 Activities ...... 456 92.5 References ...... 456 92.6 External links ...... 456
93 Landseer (dog) 457 93.1 Temperament ...... 457 93.2 History ...... 457 93.3 Body ...... 458 93.4 Nana (Peter Pan) ...... 458 93.5 Continental Type ...... 459 93.6 References ...... 459 93.7 Literature ...... 459
94 Lapponian Herder 462 94.1 Appearance ...... 462 94.2 Temperament ...... 462 94.3 Activities ...... 462 94.4 History ...... 462 94.5 See also ...... 463 94.6 References ...... 463
95 Leonberger 464 95.1 Description ...... 464 95.1.1 Appearance ...... 465 95.1.2 Size, proportion, and substance ...... 465 95.1.3 Head ...... 466 95.1.4 Topline ...... 466 95.1.5 Coat ...... 466 95.1.6 Colour ...... 466 95.1.7 Temperament ...... 467 95.1.8 Movement ...... 467 95.1.9 Care and maintenance ...... 467 95.2 Health ...... 468 95.2.1 Longevity ...... 469 95.3 History ...... 469 95.4 Popular culture ...... 470 95.5 Further reading ...... 470 95.6 References ...... 471 95.7 External links ...... 472
96 Lhasa Apso 473 96.1 Appearance ...... 473 96.2 Temperament ...... 473 CONTENTS xxv
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98 Longhaired Whippet 482 98.1 Description ...... 482 98.1.1 Appearance ...... 482 98.1.2 Exercise ...... 482 98.2 History ...... 482 98.2.1 Recognition ...... 483 98.3 Health ...... 484 98.4 References ...... 484 98.5 External links ...... 484
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Galgo Español
The Galgo Español (Spanish galgo) or Spanish greyhound is an ancient breed of dog, specifically a member of the sighthound family. The English greyhound is possibly a descendant of the Spanish greyhound and, for several years in the 20th century, some breeders did cross-breed Galgos and Greyhounds in order to produce faster and more powerful Galgos, specifically for track racing purposes.
1.1 Description
Spanish Galgo in “barcino”colour
1.1.1 Appearance
Galgos are similar in appearance to Greyhounds, but are distinctly different in their conformation. Galgos are higher in the rear than in the front, and have flatter muscling than a Greyhound, which is characteristic of endurance runners. They also tend to be smaller, lighter in build, have longer tails and have a very long, streamlined head that gives the
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A Spanish Galgo
impression of larger ears. Their chests are not as deep as a Greyhound's and should not reach the point of the elbow *[1] Unlike Greyhounds, Galgos come in two coat types: smooth and rough. The rough coat can provide extra protection from skin injuries while running in the field. They come in a variety of colors and coat patterns. Main colors are “barcino”or“atigrado”(brindle),“negro”(black),“barquillo"(golden),“tostado"(toasted),“canela”(cinnamon), “amarillo"(yellow), “rojo"(red), “blanco”(white), “berrendo”(white with patches) or “pío”(any colour with 1.2. HISTORY 3
An example of a rough-coated Galgo
white muzzle and forehead).
1.1.2 Temperament
Galgos have a very similar nature to Greyhounds. They are calm, quiet, gentle and laid back; happy to sleep their day away on their backs on a sofa. More than 90% of Galgos can be considered cat-friendly and are therefore an ideal choice for the hound lover who also owns cats. Almost all Galgos are also friendly towards other dogs and small dogs. Galgos are also very good with children, being calm in the house so there is less risk of a child being knocked over or jumped on than with a more excitable breed. They are very gentle and tolerate the often over-enthusiastic attentions of children with little risk of retaliation from the dog. Galgos have a very reserved personality and they have a tendency towards shyness, so it is very important that they be socialized early in life so that they grow up to be comfortable around strange people, dogs and locations.*[1]
1.1.3 Health
Like many other sighthounds, Galgos are a fairly healthy breed although they are sensitive to anaesthesia. As such, proper care should be taken by the owner to ensure that the attending veterinarian is aware of this issue. Although Galgos are big dogs, their history of selection as a working sighthound, their light weight, and their anatomy keep them safe from hip dysplasia. These dogs must run regularly to keep in perfect health, combined with their characteristic tendency to sleep all the rest of the day.
1.2 History
The Galgo is not only “the Spanish greyhound”but also “the Spanish dog”. Its name is probably derived from the Latin “Canis Gallicus”or “Dog from Gaul”. The Spanish word for all kinds of Greyhounds - including the Galgo - is “lebrel”, which means “harrier”or “dog for chasing hares”, since “liebre”is Spanish for hare. We can see the same derivative in the Italian “levriero”and the French “lévrier”. The first written references to an 4 CHAPTER 1. GALGO ESPAÑOL
Galgos are a fairly healthy breed. ancient Celtic sighthound, the “vertragus”, in the Cynegeticus of Flavius Arrianus (Arrian), Roman proconsul of Baetica in the second century, may refer to the Galgo, or more likely to its antecedent.
Roman denarius showing a vertragus type or Galgo-like dog
The author Arrian, during his personal experience in Spain, describes hare hunting with Galgos in a manner almost identical to that used nowadays in Spain, adding that it was a general Celtic tradition not related to a social class. He indicates that there were not only smooth haired types of the vertragus but also coated ones. There is little evidence on the Galgo or its antecedent in the first centuries of the Middle Age but it appeared to survive and flourish in the second half of this period. In the 9th and 10th centuries great spaces in Castilla were colonized, coinciding with the Reconquista, resulting in the 1.2. HISTORY 5
Christian military repossession of the Iberian Peninsula from the Muslims. This open land introduces a new character to hunting with dogs: while the North of Spain is mountainous, the regions progressively recovered from the Muslims were flat, open areas full of small animals like hares, which provided the Galgo a useful opportunity to hunt. At this time, it is considered a noble dog, and kept mainly by aristocracy, both in the Christian and the Muslim Kingdoms in which the Spanish territory was still divided at the time. It is likely that the Galgo and Sloughi were interbred at this period. The great esteem in which the Galgo was held is visible in the many laws of the time designed to punish the killing or theft of this dog: Fuero of Salamanca (9th century); Fuero of Cuenca; Fuero of Zorita de los Canes; Fuero of Molina de Aragón (12th century); Fuero of Usagre (12th century). In the Cartuario of Slonza we can read a will written in Villacantol, in which, using an odd mixture of Latin and Spanish, the Mayor Gutiérrez bequeaths a Galgo to Diego Citid in the year 1081:
"Urso galgo colore nigro ualente caetum sólidos dae argento"; “a black Galgo with patches of silver";
The fact that this dog was a significant item in a noble's will, demonstrates the great value that it was given at the time.
Galgos represented in the church of San Baudelio of Berlanga, Soria
The mural paintings at the Hermitage of San Baudelio de Berlanga, in Soria, dating from the 12th century show a hunting scene with three Galgos apparently identical to the ones that we can see today. In the Renaissance Martínez del Espinar writes in his book“Arte de Ballestería y Montería”(“The Art of Hunting and Archery”):
"Muchas maneras hay de matar estos animales". (las liebres) "Muchas, diré las que en España usan: correnlas con galgos, que aquí los hay ligerísimos, y así mismo lo son algunas liebres, que se les escapan sin poderlas alcanzar; y no porque corren hoy dejan de volver a sus querencias; antes estas liebres corredoras las continúan, porque tienen conocido el camino de su uida, y por la mayor parte se encaman cerca de alguna senda o camino, orilla de algún soto, monte o ladera, o tierra pedregosa, y así huyen de ellas y de ir cuesta abajo que las alcanzan luego en las laderas y tierra tiesa, parece que vuelan".
“there is a large variety of ways to kill these animals". (the hares) "Nevertheless, I will tell of those that are used in Spain: they hunt them with Galgos, since here there are some extremely swift ones, although some hares are as swift as them, and sometimes do get away from them. But even having run and got scared today, these 6 CHAPTER 1. GALGO ESPAÑOL
hares will come back to their homes tomorrow. They know the way back. They spend the night in some quiet place: a road, a hill, a stony field. In fact they are sometimes surprised in such places by the dogs; then they run away down to the plain, and the dogs try to chase them over the flat ground. They seem to fly".
The Galgo appears to have developed first in the Castillian plains, both in the north (Valladolid, Zamora, Ávila Salamanca, Segovia, Soria, Burgos and Palencia) and the south (Toledo, Cuenca, Guadalajara, Madrid and Ciudad Real) of Castilla. And, afterwards, in more southern territories: La Mancha and Andalusia. It became the typical dog type of the Spanish interior, while the bloodhound plays the same role in the coast regions.
Spanish Galgo looking at its Iberian habitat
The Galgo appears not only in hunting books but also in common Spanish expressions, as well as in Literature. Maybe the most famous reference is the one contained in the opening sentence of “Don Quixote de La Mancha":
"En un lugar de la Mancha, de cuyo nombre no quiero acordarme, no ha mucho tiempo que vivía un hidalgo de los de lanza en astillero, adarga antigua, rocín flaco y galgo corredor. "
“In a village of La Mancha, the name of which I have no desire to call to mind, there lived not long since one of those gentlemen that keep a lance in the lance-rack, an old buckler, a lean hack, and a galgo for coursing.”
There are plenty of common expressions in Spain that name the Galgo. For example "A galgo viejo, echadle liebre, no conejo" which means " use old Galgos for chasing hares instead of rabbits" suggests that it is best to use experienced people for hard tasks and challenges. “Galgo que va tras dos liebres, sin ninguna vuelve”meaning “if a Galgo tries to chase two hares, it will return with none”recommends focussing on a single effort, otherwise by distraction, failing. Although the breed did not apparently experience any significant change in the 18th and 19th centuries, and was kept in its vocation as a swift hunting dog, maybe the most telling proverb which mentions the Galgo, is the one dating from the first years of the nineteenth Century:
"A los galgos del Rey no se les escapa la liebre"; 1.3. ROLES 7
Meaning
"The hare never escapes from the King's Galgos";
Which was used at first to satirize the corrupt Government of Fernando VII, considered to cheat in everything it did. In the first years of the 20th century, large scale crossbreeding occurred between the Galgo and the English Greyhound in order to create faster dogs for professional track racing. This certainly affected the purity of the breed, the resulting dogs were just a bit faster, but did lose their long-distance-running abilities. Finally breeders came to the conclusion that it was not worth crossbreeding. The pure bred Galgo kept its major presence in the Spanish villages as an excellent hunting type. Despite its antiquity and importance, the Spanish Galgo has only recently been acknowledged by the cynological associations. The English Greyhound has tended to outshine the Galgo. Spain has suffered catastrophic events during the last century, such as the Spanish Civil War and the 40-year-long Francisco Franco fascist dictatorship, which allowed this breed to be kept relatively unknown both inside and outside of its native country, at least until democracy led to greater social and cultural equality and development. The breed faces the 21st century being progressively more appreciated at home and abroad, as contemporary Spain becomes more conscious of the uniqueness and heritage of this splendid animal.
1.3 Roles
1.3.1 Galgos as pets
An adopted Spanish Galgo
Due to their primary role as hunting dogs in the Spanish countryside, the Spanish Galgos are sometimes treated a little better than commodities. However, some people argue that Galgos are mistreated and abused in their native Spain. Galgueros (breeders), as they are normally called, will often select puppies from a litter that show the most propensity for hunting or racing, while abandoning the rest in the streets. The puppies that do get selected often do not live very long lives, as the galgueros often consider the dog too old to hunt once it has achieved two or three years of age-often after hunting season ends, they are either abandoned, shot, or hanged. For all these reasons, many associations in defense of the Galgo have appeared with the aim to save these dogs from a terrible fate, provide much needed rehabilitation, and adoptive homes, usually in the cities. Some associations will adopt them to other locations in Europe, including France, the UK, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. 8 CHAPTER 1. GALGO ESPAÑOL
Female Spanish Galgo and her puppies
Because they tend to be quiet and docile, Galgos make very nice house pets. In Spain they have a well earned reputation as gentle dogs, with sweet temperaments and solid health. They tend to get along well with people and other dogs, and they can be well-behaved around cats if properly socialized. Outside of sunny Spain, they require a warm coat to keep them warm in cold winter weather: like all greyhound type breeds, they have little body fat and short coats, so extra warmth is preferred for colder climates Galgos excel at performance activities like lure coursing and racing. They are eligible to compete in lure coursing events sanctioned by the American Sighthound Field Association, entered in the Limited class. They also make very nice show dogs and have enjoyed success in the European show ring, although they are not as well known in the American show world due to their rarity outside Europe.
1.4 References
[1] Little Lobito Kennel
1.5 External links
• Galgo Rescue International Network • Love, Hope, Believe, Galgo Rescue Inc.
• Video: How Galgos hunt Chapter 2
Can de Palleiro
Can de Palleiro also known as Galician Shepherd is a dog breed originating in Galicia. Commonly known as Can de Palleiro (Dog of the straw-loft), is well appreciated among Galicians and well recognized by its name in this northern region of Spain. At present, this dog breed is in potential danger of extinction due its limited number. Individuals through associations like “Club Can de Palleiro”are struggling to preserve this breed. General Specifications This animal is of Indo-European, rustic and strong trunk, of lupoid type (Mégnin, P., 1897), of straight profile, with a length of about 60–62 cm to the cross; with harmonic proportions and strong constitution, with wide bones, characteristic of its rusticity. The females have slighter aspect and long line proportions. In spite of presenting strong bones their movements are fast and have of good musculation Behavior Shepherd and guardian, because as much he goes with the cows, guiding and keeping them, he also takes care of the house. Guardian of proverbial intelligence, presents a strong and reserved character with the strangers, being in addition brave, characteristic that makes it great collaborator guiding and guarding the cattle. This dog shows great fidelity towards its master and with the people in the house with whom he becomes sweet and calm. It is necessary to emphasize the stability and balance of this animal, characteristics of the cattledogs.
2.1 External links
• www.clubcandepalleiro.com
• Xunta de Galicia (Consellería do Medio Rural) - Can de Palleiro
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Can de Palleiro pups. Chapter 3
Gascon Saintongeois
This page is about the breed of dog. For the type of cattle, see Gascon cattle. For type of language see Gascon language The Gascon Saintongeois (FCI No.21) is a breed of dog of the scenthound type, recognised in two sizes, Grand (large) and Petit (smaller than the Grand, but not a small dog.) Originating in France, the breed is used for hunting in packs and descends from the old Hound of Saintonge type of large hunting dog.
3.1 Characteristics
The breed is a very typical French hound, with a lean and muscular body, long legs, long drop ears and pendulous flews (lips). Size for the Grand is 65 to 72 cm (25.6 to 28.3 ins) at the withers, females at total 24 to 26 inches; size for the Petit is 56 to 62 cm (22 to 24.4 ins) at the withers, making it still a fairly large dog; females are slightly smaller. Grands weigh 66 to 71 pounds. The eyes are dark chestnut. It has an elongated head. Its black nose is well-developed, and the lips are pendent. It has a deep chest, and a strong back. The tail is elegant and saber. The colour of the coat is white with black patches, sometimes speckled or ticked with black. Ears and face around the eyes are black and the cheeks are tan, but there should not be a tricolour appearance. Two tan markings are above the eyes, and sometimes a tan marking is found on the base of the upper thigh, which is called the “roe buck mark” . Faults, which indicate the dog should not be bred, include lack of substance, weak back, deviated tail, cow hocked, or legs that are too angulated or straight, which would impede running ability, as well as being off-colour or overly aggressive or overly shy.*[1] The breed is noted for its good nose, excellent voice, and beautiful gallop, important attributes in a hunting dog. It is instinctively a pack dog.*[1] It is audacious, resistant, aristocratic, and is very affectionate off the hunting fields.
3.2 History and use
Only three old Saintongeois hounds survived the French Revolution, two dogs and a bitch. Count Joseph de Carayon- Latour in the mid-19th century crossed the last of the old Hound of Saintonge with a few of the remaining old type Bleu de Gascogne. The hounds that were white with black ticking were retained and later given the name Gascon- saintongeois.*[2] In the middle of the 20th century, hunters in the south west of France selected smaller dogs from litters of Grand Gascon Saintongeois for hunting hare and other small game. These became the Petit Gascon Saintongeois.*[2] The Grand Gascon Saintongeois is used for hunting big game including Wild boar, Roe deer and sometimes Wolf, usually in a pack. The Petit Gascon Saintongeois is a versatile hunter, usually used on hare and rabbit, but also for big game.*[1]
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3.3 See also
• Anglo French Hounds
• Dog terminology
3.4 References
[1] Breed Standard
[2] Clark, Anne Rogers; Andrew H. Brace (1995). The International Encyclopedia of Dogs. Howell Book House. pp. 230– 231. ISBN 0-87605-624-9.
3.5 External links
• Search The Open Directory Project (DMOZ) links for clubs and information about the Gascon Saintongeois
• Petit Gascon Saintongeois in Northern Italy
• Gascon Saintongeois in France Chapter 4
Georgian Shepherd
The Georgian Shepherd (Georgian: ქართული ნაგაზი qartuli nagazi) is an Aboriginal dog from the Georgian mountains in the Caucasus. It is an ancient working breed from Georgia.*[1] The Georgian shepherd is related to the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Russian “Caucasian Ovcharka”. There are two kinds of Georgian mountain dog: short haired kazbegian dog called“Nagazi"; long haired Georgian mountain dog. The shorter coated Georgian Mountain Dog is an ancient working breed from Georgia.
4.1 Characteristics
As one of the giant dog breed, Georgian Shepherds are some of the biggest dogs on the planet. Because of their stature, Georgian shepherds fall into the Molosser category. Male Georgian mountain dogs grow between 75-85 centimeters in height, and 65-85 kilograms in weight. Physically, these dogs are strongly-boned, muscular, and athletic, with a large head and powerful legs. Georgian mountain dogs tend to be assertive, brave, and alert. Shepherds traditionally used Georgian mountain dogs for defending sheep from predators.
4.2 History
Georgians were calling this dog "Nagazi". It has been used as a sheep guard dog for centuries. The breed is extremely popular in Georgia. The Cynological Federation of Georgia has had a strict battle with the Russian federation of Cynologs about Caucasian Shepherd dog. In 2012, the International Cynological Federation will decide which national breed is the Caucasian Shepherd Dog as a result of this heated discussion. After removing most of the Georgian Nagazi from Georgia, Georgian enthusiasts with support from the Ministry of Environment began expeditions to the regions of Georgia to describe and take photos of the remaining Georgian shepherds. Georgia started advertising the breed using television broadcasting and printing articles about Georgian shepherds in order to popularize the breed. After the soviet collapse, Georgia began once more to popularize this dog. Today the Georgian main goal is to breed Georgia's ancient white shepherds (also other Georgian shepherds) which are rare.*[2] Unfortunately, Georgian shepherds are still used in dog fighting.
4.3 References
[1] “Ancient Times And Origins”. Kennel director in Finland. Retrieved Aug 8, 2008.
[2] “Georgian Mountain Dog history”. Cynological Federation of Georgia. Retrieved Dec 28, 2011.
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German Longhaired Pointer
The German longhaired pointer (GLP) is a breed of dog. It was developed in Germany, and is used as a gundog. It is closely related to its cousin, the German Shorthaired Pointer, or the GSP.
5.1 Description
5.1.1 Appearance
The GLP should be muscular, elegant, and athletic. It should not be bulky or cumbersome, and it should be able to move with great speed and freedom. It has moderate bone, but has substance, and must never look frail or weak. Like all German pointers, they have webbed feet. Watch out for aggression in puppy years.
Coat and color
The coat is medium length, about 3 to 5 cm (1.2 to 2.0 in) long on the body, with the feathering somewhat longer. The coat is slightly wavy, but must not be curly. It is not silky or soft, but rather firm and shiny. It always has a double coat, with the undercoat being quite dense, but not so profuse as to make the guard hairs stand out from the body. The color is solid liver with white permitted on the chest, paws, and down the top of the muzzle, or dark brown roan, with large patches of solid brown, especially on the head, ears, back, and base of the tail.
Size
The GLP is between 60–70 cm (24–28 in) at the withers for males, and 58–66 cm (23–26 in) for females. It weighs approximately 30 kilograms (66 lb).
Gait
The strides should be long and free, with strong drive from the hindquarters, and good reach from the front.
5.1.2 Temperament
GLPs are a kind, gentle, friendly, and intelligent breed. They are very affectionate, and may experience separation anxiety. They only make good pets when properly exercised, as they need a “job”to do, and do not adapt well to a sedentary life. The GLP is an excellent family pet, as it enjoys playing with children. It is very sociable with dogs.
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5.2 Care
The GLP is very trainable, and loves to work. Because of this, it needs large amounts of exercise daily, needing more than most pet owners can give. It is not well suited for urban life, as it thrives on having lots of room to run and swim. Its ideal setting would be in a rural area, with an active owner who hunts with the dog on a regular basis. GLPs need a moderate amount of grooming about once or twice a week. They are highly intelligent, very trainable, and athletic, traits which make them suitable for many dog sports, especially field trials, obedience, and agility.
5.3 Health
GLPs, because they are quite rare in most parts of the world, and thus are unprofitable to irresponsible breeders such as puppy mills and backyard breeders, do not have any genetic disorders that are prevalent in the breed. Their ears are mildly prone to infection, a problem which is easily avoided by cleaning the dog's ears on a regular basis, as well as after swimming.
5.4 History
A German longhaired pointer
The GLP was developed in Germany for use as a pointer. It was originally a rather slow dog, and was crossed with setters and English Pointers in the 19th century to improve speed. It was very stubborn and temperamental, and has since been bred for a steady, friendly temperament. It was first shown in 1878 in Frankfurt, and at this time the first breed standard was written. Breeders then began to focus their efforts on producing dogs that performed equally well in the field and the show ring, an endeavour that is continued by breeders today. The Large Munsterlander was developed from the GLP after it was decided that GLPs must only be brown-and-white, the black-and-white strain became the ancestors of the Large Munsterlander. 16 CHAPTER 5. GERMAN LONGHAIRED POINTER
5.5 See also
• German shorthaired pointer
• German wirehaired pointer
5.6 References
5.7 External links
• German Longhaired Pointer Club Chapter 6
German Pinscher
The German Pinscher (original name Deutscher Pinscher, FCI No. 184) is a medium-sized breed of dog, a Pinscher type that originated in Germany. The breed is included in the origins of the Dobermann, the Miniature Pinscher, the Affenpinscher, the Standard Schnauzer (and, by extension, the Miniature Schnauzer and Giant Schnauzer). The breed is rising in numbers in the U.S., mainly due to their full acceptance to AKC in 2003. In Australia, the breed is established with a rise in popularity becoming evident.
6.1 Description
The German Pinscher is a medium-sized dog, usually weighing between 25 and 45 pounds and typically 17–20 inches in height, with a short coat.*[2] Colors for this breed include black and rust, red, fawn, and blue and tan. The ideal German Pinscher is elegant in appearance with a strong square build and moderate body structure, muscular and powerful endurance and agility.*[3] For all countries where the Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard applies, only black and rust and solid red are allowed colors. Colors that became extinct during the world wars of the twentieth century include solid black, salt-and-pepper, and harlequin. German Pinschers customarily have their tails docked and ears cropped, as has been done for over 200 years, in countries where the procedures are legal.*[4] Historically,*[5] tail docking was thought to prevent rabies, strengthen the back, increase the animal's speed, and prevent injuries when working. For utilitarian reasons, ears also were cropped,*[6] to prevent injuries while working and increase the intense appearance of the canine and eliminate the subdued, “puppy”look of droopy ears. Today, these are both done mainly for cosmetic reasons, though many accounts of injuries to undocked tails and uncropped ears of unaltered dogs have been reported and recognized by the American Kennel Club.*[7] Cropping and docking should only be done by a licensed veterinarian. While the altered or natural state of a German Pinscher should not affect a judge's decision in the show ring, prejudices do exist. Even many foreign judges who officiate at AKC events comment on how they appreciate seeing dogs docked and cropped.
6.2 History
The Wire Haired and Smooth Haired Pinschers, as the Standard Schnauzer and German Pinscher were originally called, were shown in dog books as early as 1884. However drawings of the German Pinscher date back to at least 1780,*[8] and the breed likely traces its roots to varieties of ratters well established on farms in Germany as far back as the 15th century.*[9] These medium-sized dogs descended from early European herding and guardian breeds. The source of the German Pinscher can be traced back to 1836 when this breed surpassed the Mops in popularity. Pinschers were used as guardians for coaches. They also lived in homesteads where they were used to kill vermin, a job they did by instinct, as such behavior did not need to be trained into the breed. Even today you can observe German Pinschers searching for and finding rats in open areas and in homes. This high prey drive is a good reason not to leave a German Pinscher off lead outside of a fenced area. The Standard Schnauzer (then referred to as the Wire Haired Pinscher) was originally born in the same litter as the German Pincher. Over time, breeders decided to separate the “varieties,”changing them to actual “breeds”.
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Westminster Kennel Club's first German Pinscher Best of Opposite Sex winner, 2003*[1]
After three generations of the same coat were born, the Pinscher-Schnauzer club allowed them to be registered as their respective “breed”. From 1950 to 1958, no litter had been registered. Credit is attributed to Werner Jung for collecting several of the breed in 1958 to continue the German Pinscher as we know the breed today. The German Pinscher came to breeders in the United States in the early 1980s, though accounts of singular German Pinschers appearing in the country before then have been noted. In 1985, the German Pinscher Club of America was started by various German Pinscher fanciers, most of whom are no longer active in the breed. At this time, the German Pinscher was shown in rare breed shows. They were also recognized by the United Kennel Club. The German Pinscher gained full acceptance by the Canadian Kennel Club in 2000. The CKC named Ch Othello des Charmettes its first Champion on April 20, 2000. The German Pinscher gained full acceptance by the American Kennel Club in 2003. The AKC named Ch Riward's Rollin Rocs Rusty (Jambo de la Capelliere *[10] x Windamir's Zarra) its first Champion on January 8, 2003. In 2004, the German Pinscher competed at its first Westminster Kennel Club show. The Best of Breed winner was Ch. Windamir Hunter des Charmettes(Windamir's Sayzar x Lot T Da Des Charmettes). The Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed was Ch. Windamir's Chosen One (Tanner's Morning Star x Windmir's A-blazin at RG's).
6.2.1 Extinct varieties
There are several now-extinct varieties of the German Pinscher:*[11] 6.3. HEALTH AND TEMPERAMENT 19
Westminster Kennel Club's first German Pinscher Best of Breed winner, 2003*[1]
•
• Schweizer Pinscher (also called the Jonataler Pinscher, Pfisterlinge, Silberpinsch, Swiss Salt and Pepper Pin- scher, Swiss Shorthair Pinscher)
• Seidenpinscher (also called the German Silky Pinscher, Silky Pinscher)
Some of these may have recently been re-formed from the German Pinscher and marketed as rare breeds for those seeking unique pets.
6.3 Health and temperament
6.3.1 Temperament
A well-bred German Pinscher will be a loving companion with an even temperament. Temperament is hereditary. When considering adding a German Pinscher to a family, it is advised to be able to meet and touch the mother of the puppy you are offered. German Pinschers are generally friendly dogs. They are highly intelligent, quick learners who do not enjoy repetition in training. A well-bred German Pinscher can be trusted with small animals and children, though no dog should ever be left unsupervised with either. If the puppy shies away when faced with strangers, it may be a sign of poor breeding. German Pinschers are very energetic working dogs, in many cases requiring several hours of exercise a day. Accord- ingly, a large, securely fenced yard is highly recommended for anyone considering the breed as a pet. 20 CHAPTER 6. GERMAN PINSCHER
Drawing of a German Pinscher and a Miniature Pinscher (Pinscher und Zwergpinscher), 1888.
German Pinschers and water do not go well together. This breed will tolerate baths just to make their owner happy; otherwise, they shun water at all costs. This dog will not bark unnecessarily.
6.3.2 Health
Due to the small gene pool of the German Pinscher, breeders should health test their dogs for hereditary cataracts, hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia, von Willebrand disease, thyroid disorder, and with the increased incidences of cardiac disease*[12] due to irresponsible breeding practices, German Pinschers suspect for heart issues should be removed from all breeding programs.
6.4 References
[1] “2004 Breed Results: German Pinscher”. The Westminster Kennel Club. Retrieved 2013-01-29.
[2] “German Pinscher: Frequently Asked Questions”. The German Pinscher Club of America.
[3] American Kennel Club. “German Pinscher - American Kennel Club”. akc.org.
[4] “Tail docking information from the Council of Docked Breeds”. Cdb.org. Retrieved 2013-01-29.
[5] “Frequently asked questions about canine tail docking”. Archived from the original on 16 Mar 2009. Retrieved 7 Nov 2014.
[6] http://bakaridobes.westhost.com/publiceducation/PECEars.html
[7] http://www.akc.org/pdfs/canine_legislation/position_statements/Ear_Cropping_Tail_Docking_and_Dewclaw_Removal.pdf 6.5. EXTERNAL LINKS 21
[8] The German Pinscher Club of America, “Breed History”. Retrieved 07/03/2009
[9] Sharon Morgan & Dee Gannon, “The German Pinscher (Comprehensive Owners Guide)" Kennel Club Books - Special edition, ISBN 978-1-59378-355-6 (November 29, 2006), p. 9.
[10] http://windamirsgermanpinschers.com/capelliere/jambo.jpg
[11] “Deutscher Pinscher”. geocities.com. Archived from the original on 26 October 2009.
[12] “Orthopedic Foundation for Animals”. Offa.org. Retrieved 2013-01-29.
6.5 External links
• German Pinscher at DMOZ 22 CHAPTER 6. GERMAN PINSCHER
German Pinscher at the beach
Pinscher puppy sleeping Chapter 7
Stichelhaar
The German Roughhaired Pointer (Deutsch Stichelhaar) is a versatile hunting dog that originated in Frankfurt, Germany. The breed was developed in the early 1900s and is a cross between German sheepdogs and rough-haired “standing dogs”.*[1]
7.1 Appearance
The Stichelhaar is a medium-sized dog, weighing around 44 lb (20 kg). They are 24 to 26 in (61 to 66 cm) around the withers. The eyes are oval and chestnut colored and the ears are flat against the head. They may have brown, white, mixed or chestnut coloring. Their coat is 1.5 in (3.8 cm) long and bristly.*[1]
7.2 Personality
Stichelhaars are tough and very dominant. They are very aggressive towards strangers and will accept only one master. This breed has not become popular because of a tendency to bite. They are better outdoor dogs.*[1]
7.3 Notes
[1] Pugnnetti, Gino 1980, page 341.
7.4 References
• Pugnnetti, Gino (1980). Simon & Schuster's Guide to: Dogs, Simon & Schuster Inc.
23 Chapter 8
German Shepherd
The German Shepherd (German: Deutscher Schäferhund, German pronunciation: [ˈʃɛːfɐˌhʊnt]) is a breed of large- sized working dog that originated in Germany. The breed's officially recognized name is German Shepherd Dog in the English language, sometimes abbreviated as "GSD", and was also formerly known as the Alsatian and Alsatian Wolf Dog in Britain.*[4] The German Shepherd is a relatively new breed of dog, with their origin dating to 1899. As part of the Herding Group, German Shepherds are working dogs developed originally for herding sheep. Since that time, however, because of their strength, intelligence, trainability and obedience, German Shepherds around the world are often the preferred breed for many types of work, including assistance, search-and-rescue, police and military roles, and even acting.*[5] The German Shepherd is the second-most popular breed of dog in the United States*[6] and fourth-most popular in the United Kingdom.*[7]
8.1 Description
German Shepherds are large-sized dogs. The breed standard height at the withers is 60–65 cm (24–26 in) for males and 55–60 cm (22–24 in) for females.*[1]*[8]*[9] The weight standard is 30–40 kilograms (66–88 lb) for males and 22–32 kilograms (49–71 lb) for females.*[1] They have a domed forehead, a long square-cut muzzle and a black nose. The jaws are strong, with a scissor-like bite. The eyes are medium-sized and brown with a lively, intelligent and self-assured look. The ears are large and stand erect, open at the front and parallel, but they often are pulled back during movement. They have a long neck, which is raised when excited and lowered when moving at a fast pace. The tail is bushy and reaches to the hock.*[8] German Shepherds have a variety of colors, the most common of which are tan/black and red/black. Most color varieties have black masks and black body markings which can range from a classic“saddle”to an over-all“blanket.” Rarer colour variations include the sable, pure-black, pure-white, liver and blue varieties. The all-black and sable varieties are acceptable according to most standards; however, the blue and liver are considered to be serious faults and the all-white is grounds for instant disqualification from showing in conformation at All Breed and Specialty Shows.*[10] German Shepherds sport a double coat. The outer coat, which sheds all year round, is close and dense with a thick undercoat. The coat is accepted in two variants; medium and long. The long-hair gene is recessive, making the long- hair variety rarer. Treatment of the long-hair variation differs across standards; they are accepted but not competed with standard coated dogs under the German and UK Kennel Clubs while they can compete with standard coated dogs but are considered a fault in the American Kennel Club.*[8]*[10]*[11] The FCI accepted the long-haired type in 2010, listing it as the variety b - while short-haired type is listed as the variety a.*[12]
• German Shepherds are large sized dogs.
• Close-up of a German Shepherd's face showing the long muzzle, black nose and brown, medium-sized eyes
• The adult German Shepherd's ears are large and stand erect, but 14-week-old puppies' ears are often not completely erect yet.
• A 2 year old black German Shepherd
24 8.2. TEMPERAMENT 25
German Shepherds have black masks and black body markings.
8.1.1 Intelligence
German Shepherds were bred specifically for their intelligence,*[13] a trait for which they are now famous.*[5] In the book The Intelligence of Dogs, author Stanley Coren ranked the breed third for intelligence, behind Border Collies and Poodles.*[14]*[15] He found that they had the ability to learn simple tasks after only five repetitions and obeyed the first command given 95% of the time.*[5] Coupled with their strength, this trait makes the breed desirable as police, guard and search and rescue dogs, as they are able to quickly learn various tasks and interpret instructions better than other large breeds.*[16]
8.2 Temperament
German Shepherds are highly active dogs and described in breed standards as self-assured.*[10] The breed is marked by a willingness to learn and an eagerness to have a purpose. They are curious, which makes them excellent guard dogs and suitable for search missions. They can become over-protective of their family and territory, especially if not socialized correctly. They are not inclined to become immediate friends with strangers.*[17] German Shepherds are highly intelligent and obedient.*[18]
8.2.1 Aggression and biting
Well-trained and socialized German Shepherds have a reputation of being very safe. However, in the United States, one 1996 source suggested that German Shepherds are responsible for more reported bitings than any other breed and have a tendency to attack smaller breeds of dogs.*[19] An Australian report from 1999 provides statistics showing that German Shepherds are the breed third most likely to attack a person in some Australian locales.*[20] 26 CHAPTER 8. GERMAN SHEPHERD
A German Shepherd with a baby
According to the National Geographic Channel television show Dangerous Encounters, the bite of a German Shepherd has a force of over 1,060 newtons (238 lbf) (compared with that of a Rottweiler, over 1,180–1,460 newtons (265– 328 lbf), a Pit bull, 1,050 newtons (235 lbf), a Labrador Retriever, of approximately 1,000 newtons (230 lbf), or a human, of approximately 380 newtons (86 lbf)).*[21]
8.3 Modern breed
The modern German Shepherd breed is criticized by some for straying away from von Stephanitz's original ideology for the breed:*[22] that German Shepherds should be bred primarily as working dogs and that breeding should be strictly controlled to eliminate defects quickly.*[23] He believed that, above all else, German Shepherds should be bred for intelligence and working ability.*[24] Although the show dogs have been bred for traits that do not help or even hurt their working abilities, and many pets have misbred by irresponsible breeders who have caused many diseases for the breed, the working dogs, such as the ones used by police and militaries, have maintained their performance and stuck to the original intentions of the breed. Some critics believe that careless breeding has promoted disease and other defects.*[22] Under the breeding programs overseen by von Stephanitz, defects were quickly bred out.
8.3.1 Controversy
The Kennel Club, in the United Kingdom, is involved in a dispute with German Shepherd breed clubs about the issue of soundness in the show-strain breed.*[25] The show-strains have been bred with an extremely sloping topline (back) that causes poor gait in the hind legs. Working-pedigree lines, such as those in common use as service dogs, generally retain the traditional straight back of the breed. The debate was catalyzed when the issue was raised in the BBC documentary, Pedigree Dogs Exposed, which said that critics of the breed describe it as “half dog, half frog”. An orthopedic vet remarked on footage of dogs in a 8.4. USE AS WORKING DOG 27
The show-line dogs usually have an extremely sloping topline show ring that they were “not normal”. The Kennel Club's position is that“this issue of soundness is not a simple difference of opinion, it is the fundamental issue of the breed's essential conformation and movement.”*[25] The Kennel Club has decided to retrain judges to penalize dogs suffering these problems.*[26] It is also insisting on more testing for hemophilia and hip dysplasia, other common problems with the breed.
8.4 Use as working dog
German Shepherds are a popular selection for use as working dogs. They are especially well known for their police work, being used for tracking criminals, patrolling troubled areas and detection and holding of suspects. Additionally thousands of German Shepherds have been used by the military. Usually trained for scout duty, they are used to warn soldiers to the presence of enemies or of booby traps or other hazards.*[27] German Shepherds have also been trained by military groups to parachute from aircraft*[28] or as anti-tank weapons. They were used in World War II as messenger dogs, rescue dogs and personal guard dogs.*[24] A number of these dogs were taken home by foreign servicemen, who were impressed by its intelligence.*[24] The German Shepherd is one of the most widely used breeds in a wide variety of scent-work roles. These include search and rescue, cadaver searching, narcotics detection, explosives detection, accelerant detection and mine de- tection dog, among others. They are suited for these lines of work because of their keen sense of smell and their ability to work regardless of distractions.*[27] At one time the German Shepherd was the breed chosen almost ex- clusively to be used as a guide dog for the visually impaired. When formal guide dog training began in Switzerland in the 1920s under the leadership of Dorothy Eustis, all of the dogs trained were German Shepherd females.*[29] An experiment in temperament testing of a group of Labrador Retrievers and German Shepherds showed that the Retrievers scored higher on average in emotional stability and ability to recover promptly from frightening situations, cooperative behavior and friendliness; while the German Shepherds were superior in aggression and defensive behav- 28 CHAPTER 8. GERMAN SHEPHERD
German Shepherd at an agility competition
A German Shepherd swimming ior. These results suggested that Labrador Retrievers were more suited to guide dog work while German Shepherds were more suited to police work.*[30] Currently, Labradors and Golden Retrievers are more widely used for this work, although there are still German Shepherds being trained. In 2013, about 15% of the dogs trained by Guide 8.5. HISTORY 29
Dogs of America are German Shepherds, while the remainder are Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers.*[31] The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association in the United Kingdom states that crosses between Golden Retrievers and Labrador Retrievers make the best guide dogs, although they also train some German Shepherds, as well as some other breeds.*[32] Guide Dogs for the Blind in the United States trains only Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers and crosses between these breeds.*[33] Guide Dogs Queensland in Australia also trains only Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers.*[34] German Shepherds are still used for herding and tending sheep grazing in meadows next to gardens and crop fields. They are expected to patrol the boundaries to keep sheep from trespassing and damaging the crops. In Germany and other places these skills are tested in utility dog trials also known as HGH (Herdengebrauchshund) herding utility dog trials.*[35]
• A German night-watchman from 1950 with his German Shepherd • Swedish German Shepherds during demonstrations in Stockholm on National Day 2007 • Urban Search and Rescue Task Force dog works to uncover survivors at the site of the collapsed World Trade Center after the September 11, 2001 attacks • A German Shepherd Military Working Dog locates hidden explosives inside a car during a training exercise
8.5 History
Illustration of a German Shepherd from 1909
In Europe during the 1850s, attempts were being made to standardize breeds.*[36] The dogs were bred to preserve traits that assisted in their job of herding sheep and protecting flocks from predators.*[24] In Germany this was 30 CHAPTER 8. GERMAN SHEPHERD
practiced within local communities, where shepherds selected and bred dogs. It was recognized that the breed had the necessary skills for herding sheep, such as intelligence, speed, strength and keen senses of smell.*[24] The results were dogs that were able to do such things, but that differed significantly, both in appearance and ability, from one locality to another.*[36] To combat these differences, the Phylax Society was formed in 1891 with the intention of creating standardised development plans for native dog breeds in Germany.*[24] The society disbanded after only three years due to ongoing internal conflicts regarding the traits in dogs that the society should promote;*[24] some members believed dogs should be bred solely for working purposes, while others believed dogs should be bred also for appearance.*[37] While unsuccessful in their goal, the Phylax Society had inspired people to pursue standardising dog breeds independently. With the rise of large, industrialized cities in Germany, the predator population began to decline, rendering sheepdogs unnecessary.*[24] At the same time, the awareness of sheepdogs as a versatile, intelligent class of canine began to rise.*[24] Max von Stephanitz, an ex-cavalry captain and former student of the Berlin Veterinary College, was an ex- member of the Phylax Society who firmly believed dogs should be bred for working.*[24] He admired the intelligence, strength and ability of Germany's native sheepdogs, but could not find any one single breed that satisfied him as the perfect working dog.*[24] In 1899, Von Stephanitz was attending a dog show when he was shown a dog named Hektor Linksrhein.*[24] Hektor was the product of few generations of selective breeding and completely fulfilled what Von Stephanitz believed a working dog should be. He was pleased with the strength of the dog and was so taken by the animal's intelligence, loyalty and beauty, that he purchased him immediately.*[36] After purchasing the dog he changed his name to Horand von Grafrath and Von Stephanitz founded the Verein für Deutsche Schäferhunde (Society for the German Shepherd Dog).*[36] Horand was declared to be the first German Shepherd Dog and was the first dog added to the society's breed register.*[24] Horand became the centre-point of the breeding programs and was bred with dogs belonging to other society members that displayed desirable traits and with dogs from Thuringia, Franconia and Wurttemberg.*[24] Fathering many pups, Horand's most successful was Hektor von Schwaben.*[24]*[38] Hektor was inbred with another of Horand's offspring and produced Heinz von Starkenburg, Beowulf and Pilot, who later fathered a total of eighty-four pups, mostly through being inbred with Hektor's other offspring.*[24] This inbreeding was deemed necessary in order to fix the traits being sought in the breed.*[24] In the original German Shepherd studbook, Zuchtbuch für Deutsche Schäferhunde (SZ), within the two pages of entries from SZ No. 41 to SZ No. 76, there are four Wolf Crosses.*[39] Beowulf's progeny also were inbred and it is from these pups that all German Shepherds draw a genetic link. It is believed the society accomplished its goal mostly due to Von Stephanitz's strong, uncompromising leadership and he is therefore credited with being the creator of the German Shepherd Dog.*[40]
8.6 Etymology
The breed was named Deutscher Schäferhund by von Stephanitz, literally translating to “German Shepherd Dog” . The breed was so named due to its original purpose of assisting shepherds in herding and protecting sheep. At the time, all other herding dogs in Germany were referred to by this name; they thus became known as Altdeutsche Schäferhunde or Old German Shepherd Dogs. The direct translation of the name was adopted for use in the official breed registry; however, at the conclusion of World War I, it was believed that the inclusion of the word“German”would harm the breed's popularity,*[41] due to the anti-German sentiment of the era.*[42] The breed was officially renamed by the UK Kennel Club to“Alsatian Wolf Dog”,*[41] after the French-German border area of Alsace-Lorraine.*[24] This name was also adopted by many other international kennel clubs. Eventually, the appendage“wolf dog”was dropped,*[41] after numerous campaigns by breeders who were worried that becoming known as a wolf-dog hybrid would affect the breed's popularity and legality.*[24] The name Alsatian remained for five decades,*[41] until 1977, when successful campaigns by dog enthusiasts pressured the British kennel clubs to allow the breed to be registered again as German Shepherds.*[4] The word “Alsatian”still appeared in parentheses as part of the formal breed name and was only removed in 2010.*[43] 8.7. POPULARITY 31
2-year-old black German Shepherd
8.7 Popularity
When the UK Kennel first accepted registrations for the breed in 1919, fifty-four dogs were registered and by 1926 this number had grown to over 8,000.*[36] The breed first gained international recognition after the decline of World War 32 CHAPTER 8. GERMAN SHEPHERD
German Shepherd Dogs. Female (left), Male (right).
I; returning soldiers spoke highly of the breed and animal actors Rin Tin Tin and Strongheart popularised the breed further.*[44] The first German Shepherd Dog registered in the United States was Queen of Switzerland; however, her offspring suffered from defects as the result of poor breeding, which caused the breed to suffer a decline in popularity during the late 1920s.*[44] Popularity increased again after the German Shepherd Sieger Pfeffer von Bern became the 1937 and 1938 Grand Victor in American Kennel club dog shows, only to suffer another decline at the conclusion of World War II, due to anti-German sentiment of the time.*[44] As time progressed, their popularity increased gradually until 1993, when they became the third most popular breed in the United States. As of 2012, the German Shepherd is the second most popular in the US.*[44]*[45] Additionally, the breed is typically among the most popular in other registries.*[44] The German Shepherd Dog's physique is very well suited to athletic competition. They commonly compete in shows and competitions such as agility trials.
8.8 Health
Many common ailments of the German Shepherds are a result of the inbreeding practiced early in the breed's life (although this was necessary to preserve other traits for the breed).*[46] One such common ailment is hip and elbow dysplasia which may lead to the dog experiencing pain in later life and may cause arthritis.*[47] A study conducted by the University of Zurich found that 45% of the police working dogs were affected by degenerative spinal stenosis, although the sample studied was small.*[48] The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals found that 19.1% of German Shepherd are affected by hip dysplasia.*[49] Due to the large and open nature of their ears, German Shepherds are not prone to ear infections because there is no hair in the outer ear canal to hold debris or moisture.*[50] According to a recent survey in the UK, the median life span of German Shepherds is 10.95 years,*[3] which is normal for a dog of their size. Degenerative myelopathy, a neurological disease, occurs with enough regularity specifically in the breed to suggest that the breed is predisposed to it. A very inexpensive DNA saliva test is now available to screen for Degenerative Myelopathy. The test screens for the mutated gene that has been seen in dogs with degenerative myelopathy. A small 8.8. HEALTH 33
A German Shepherd
study in the UK showed 16% of young asymptomatic GSDs to be homozygous for the mutation, with a further 38% being carriers.*[51] Now that a test is available the disease can be bred out of breeds with a high preponderance. The test is only recommended for predisposed breeds, but can be performed on DNA from any dog on samples collected through swabbing the inside of the animal's cheek with a sterile cotton swab. Now that there is a test available, prospective German Shepherd buyers can request the test from the breeder or buy from a breeder known to test their dogs.*[52] Additionally, German Shepherds have a higher than normal incidence of Von Willebrand disease, a common inherited bleeding disorder.*[53] Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI), a degenerative disease of the pancreas. It is estimated that 1% of the UK GSD population suffers from this disease.*[54] Treatment is usually in the form of pancreatic 34 CHAPTER 8. GERMAN SHEPHERD
A 9-week-old German Shepherd puppy
A German Shepherd with a football
supplements being given with food. 8.9. IN POPULAR CULTURE 35
8.9 In popular culture
German Shepherds have been featured in a wide range of media.*[55] In 1921 Strongheart became one of the earliest canine film stars, and was followed in 1922 by Rin Tin Tin, who is considered the most famous German Shepherd. Both have stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.*[56] German Shepherds were used in the popular Canadian series The Littlest Hobo. Batman's dog Ace the Bat-Hound appeared in the Batman comic books, initially in 1955,*[57] through 1964.*[58] Between 1964 and 2007, his appearances were sporadic. A German Shepherd called Inspector Rex, is the star of Austrian Police procedural drama program, which won many awards, where German Shepherd Rex assists the Vienna Kriminalpolizei homicide unit.*[59] The show was aired in many languages.*[60] In Call of Duty: Ghosts, there is a dog named Riley who is a playable character in some levels. In I Am Legend (novel), Robert Neville has a female dog named Sam (played by two different dogs, Abbey and Kona in the film).
8.10 See also
• Czechoslovakian Vlcak̶A breed recognized by the FCI, originating by a crossing of 48 German Shepherd Dogs and 4 Carpathian wolves • King Shepherd̶A breed not recognized by any major kennel club, originating from German Shepherd Dogs
• Shiloh Shepherd̶A breed not recognized by any major kennel club, originating from German Shepherd Dogs • White Shepherd̶A breed recognized by the UKC in the United States, originating from white-coated German Shepherd Dogs • White Swiss Shepherd Dog (Berger Blanc Suisse)̶A breed recognised by the FCI, originating from white- coated German Shepherd Dogs
• List of dog breeds with photos
8.11 References
[1] “USA German Shepherd Dog Standard”. United Schutzhund Clubs of America. Archived from the original on 10 June 2008.
[2] Jones, Bretaigne,“Science of breeding”, Royal Canin (American Kennel Club), archived from the original on 3 September 2014, retrieved 3 September 2014
[3] O'Neill et al., (2012).“Longevity of UK Dog Breeds”(PDF). Royal Veterinary College, University of London. Retrieved 18 January 2013.
[4] “German Shepherd ̶The Ultimate Service Dog”. German Culture. Retrieved 15 July 2008.
[5] Coren, p. 134
[6] “AKC Dog Registration Statistics”.
[7] “KC Dog Registration Statistics” (PDF).
[8] “FCI Standard No 166”. Australian National Kennel Council. 23 March 1991. Retrieved 24 February 2013.
[9] Breed Standard For The White German Shepherd Dog, White German Shepherd Dog Club Of America, Inc., September 1997
[10] “German Shepherd Dog Breed Standard”. American Kennel Club. Retrieved 15 July 2008.
[11] “Rasse-Lexikon Deutscher Schäferhund” (in German). Verband für das Deutsche Hundewesen. Archived from the original on 25 August 2009. Retrieved 15 July 2008.
[12] Group 1. FCI. Retrieved 1 June 2014.
[13] von Stephanitz, p.12
[14] “Ranks 1 to 10 – Brightest Dogs”. Petrix. Retrieved 15 July 2008. 36 CHAPTER 8. GERMAN SHEPHERD
[15] “The Top 10 Smartest Dog Breeds In The World”. Pet Meds Online. Retrieved 15 July 2008.
[16] “About the Breed”. White Paws: German Shepherd. Retrieved 15 July 2008.
[17] “Breed Standard ̶German Shepherd”. New Zealand Kennel Club. Retrieved 19 July 2008. While the dog should be approachable and friendly, he does not make immediate friendships with strangers.
[18] Dogwise: The Natural way to Train your Dog (1992), John Fisher Souvenir Press Ltd. ISBN 0-285-63114-4
[19] Ross, John; McKinney, Barbara (1996). Puppy Preschool: Raising Your Puppy Right̶right from the Start. St. Martin's Press. p. 58. ISBN 0-312-14029-0.
[20] “Reported Dog Attack Survey” (PDF). New South Wales Department of Local Government. 1999. Archived from the original (PDF) on 21 May 2009. Retrieved 18 November 2008.
[21] “Dog Bites: Information and Statistics”. 26 January 2008. Retrieved 31 December 2012. Cites a National Geographic study.
[22] Conan, p.43
[23] The first standard of the German Shepherd Dog Society, written by von Stephanitz said“A pleasing appearance is desirable, but it can not put the dog's working ability into question ... German Shepherd breeding is working dog breeding, or it is not German Shepherd breeding"Harder, Aimee. “GSD vs. WGSD ̶It's not a black or white issue!". White German Shepherd Dog Club of America. Retrieved 20 July 2008.
[24] Kern, Francis G. (1990). German Shepherds. Neptune City, New Jersey: T.F.H. Publications. pp. 11–21. ISBN 0-86622- 865-9.
[25] “German Shepherd Dogs – The Soundness Issue”. The Kennel Club. 8 February 2010. Retrieved 2 August 2011.
[26] “German Shepherd Dogs – Judges Training Programme”. The Kennel Club. 16 February 2010. Retrieved 2 August 2011.
[27] Strickland, p. 17–28
[28] “It's a dog's life in the Army”. The New Zealand Herald. 22 July 2008. Retrieved 11 August 2008.
[29] Ascarelli, Miriam (2010). Independent Vision: Dorothy Harrison Eustis and the Story of the Seeing Eye. West Lafayette, Indiana: Purdue University Press. ISBN 978-1-55753-563-4.
[30] Case, Linda P. (2013). The Dog: Its Behavior, Nutrition, and Health. John Wiley & Sons. ISBN 978-1-118-70120-1.
[31] “Breeds and Matching Process”. An International Guiding Eyes Program. Guide Dogs of America. 2013. Retrieved 21 July 2013.
[32] “Our breeds”. Guide Dogs for the Blind Association. 2013. Retrieved 21 March 2013.
[33] “Guide Dog Breeding and Whelping”. Dog Programs. Guide Dogs for the Blind. 2011. Retrieved 21 July 2013.
[34] “Our Breeding Program”. Guide Dogs. Guide Dogs Queensland. Retrieved 21 July 2013.
[35] Hartnagle-Taylor, Jeanne Joy; Taylor, Ty (2010). Stockdog Savvy. Alpine Publications. ISBN 978-1-57779-106-5.
[36] “History of the Breed”. German Shepherds.com. Archived from the original on 1 June 2008.
[37] Rice, p.11
[38] Stevens, p.11
[39] “Progency list for V Beowulf”. Pedigree Database. Retrieved 14 August 2008.
[40] Willis, p.5
[41] Palika p.22
[42] Rice p.12
[43] “Change Of Name – German Shepherd Dog”. The Kennel Club. 19 October 2010. Retrieved 22 October 2010.
[44] Palika p.25
[45] “AKC Dog Registration Statistics”. American Kennel Club. Retrieved 15 July 2008. 8.12. FURTHER READING 37
[46] Willis, p.31
[47] “German Shepherd Dog Health Problems”. Dog Biz. Retrieved 19 July 2008.
[48] Steffen, F.; Hunold, K.; Scharf, G.; Roos, M.; Flückiger, M. (2007). “A follow-up study of neurologic and radiographic findings in working German Shepherd Dogs with and without degenerative lumbosacral stenosis”. Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 231 (10): 1529–1533. doi:10.2460/javma.231.10.1529. PMID 18020994.
[49] “Hip Dysplasia Statistics”. Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. 2009. Archived from the original on 10 June 2009.
[50] “German Shepherd”. PetHealth101. July 2008.
[51] Holder, A. L.; Price, J. A.; Adams, J. P.; Volk, H. A.; Catchpole, B. (2014).“A retrospective study of the prevalence of the canine degenerative myelopathy associated superoxide dismutase 1 mutation (SOD1:c.118G > A) in a referral population of German Shepherd dogs from the UK”. Canine Genetics and Epidemiology 1: 10. doi:10.1186/2052-6687-1-10.
[52] “Degenerative Myelopathy German Shepherd Dogs”. University of Florida 1998. Retrieved 11 April 2009.
[53] “Von Willebrand's Disease (vWD): A Type of Hemophilia in Dogs”. Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc. Retrieved 10 May 2009.
[54] “Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency”. Genetic welfare problems of companion animals. Retrieved 20 March 2014.
[55] “List of films with German Shepherds”.
[56] Choron, p. 40
[57] Irvine, Alex; Dolan, Hannah, ed. (2010). “1950s”. DC Comics Year By Year A Visual Chronicle. Dorling Kindersley. p. 77. ISBN 978-0-7566-6742-9. Batman No. 92 (July 1955) Once Superman had a dog, Batman got one too, in “Ace, the Bat-Hound!" In the story by writer Bill Finger and artist Sheldon Moldoff, Batman and Robin found a German Shepherd called Ace.
[58] “Ace the Bat-Hound appearances”. Retrieved 15 September 2014.
[59]
[60] rexchienfc.net
8.12 Further reading
• Brazil-Adelman, Dr. Mary Belle (2000). The German Shepherd Dog Handbook. Hauppauge, NY: Barron's Educational. ISBN 0-7641-1332-1.
• Cree, John (1977). Training the Alsatian, the Obedient Companion or Working Partner. Pelham. ISBN 0- 7207-0993-8.
• Hart, Ernest H. (1985). The German Shepherd Dog. New Jersey: T. F. H. ISBN 0-86622-031-3.
• Rice, Dan (1999). Training Your German Shepherd Dog. Hauppauge, NY: Barron's. ISBN 0-7641-0852-2.
• Stevens, Katrina (2002). The German Shepherd Dog. Willow Creek Press. ISBN 1-57223-512-8.
• von Stephanitz, Max; Revised by Schwabacher, Joseph (1994). The German Shepherd Dog in Word and Picture. Hoflin Publishing Ltd. ISBN 978-99932-80-05-7.
• Willis, Malcolm (1976). The German Shepherd Dog: Its History, Development and Genetics. K and R Books. ISBN 0-903264-15-3. 38 CHAPTER 8. GERMAN SHEPHERD
8.13 External links
• Harder, Aimee. “GSD vs. WGSD ̶It's not a black or white issue!". White German Shepherd Dog Club of America. Retrieved 8 February 2014. • “FCI Standard No 166 Translated by German Shepherd Dog Council of Australia”. Australian National Kennel Council. 23 March 1991 (updated 20 August 2013). Retrieved 10 February 2014. Check date values in: |date= (help)
•“Extended Breed Standard of The German Shepherd Dog”(PDF). German Shepherd Dog Council of Australia in conjunction with Australian National Kennel Council. 3 February 2007 (updated 26 March 2012). Retrieved 10 February 2014. Check date values in: |date= (help)
• Verein für Deutsche Schäferhunde e.V. – The original registrar of the German Shepherd Dog 8.13. EXTERNAL LINKS 39
Strongheart, one of the earliest canine stars Chapter 9
German Shorthaired Pointer
The German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP) is a medium to large sized breed of dog developed in the 19th century in Germany for hunting.*[1] The breed is streamlined yet powerful with strong legs that make it able to move rapidly and turn quickly. It has moderately long floppy ears set high on the head. Its muzzle is long, broad, and strong, allowing it to retrieve even heavy game. The dog's profile should be straight or strongly Roman nosed; any dished appearance to the profile is incorrect.*[2] The eyes are generally brown, with darker eyes being desirable; yellow or “bird of prey” eyes are a fault. The tail is commonly docked, although this is now prohibited in some countries. The correct location for docking for GSP is after the caudal vertebrae start to curl, leaving enough tail to let the dog communicate through tail wagging and movement. The docked tail should not be too long or too short but should balance the appearance of the head and body. The GSP tail is carried at a jaunty angle, not curled under. When the GSP is in classic point stance, the tail should be held straight out from the body forming a line with the pointing head and body. Like all German pointers, GSP have webbed feet. They are known for going after water fowl in the water. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a member of the Sporting Group.*[3]
9.1 Coat and color
The German Shorthaired Pointer's coat is short and flat with a dense undercoat protected by stiff guard hairs making the coat water resistant and allowing the dog to stay warm in cold weather. The color can be a dark brown, correctly referred to in English as “liver”(incorrectly as “chocolate”or “chestnut”), black (although any area of black is cause for disqualification in American Kennel Club sanctioned shows), or either liver and white or black and white. The American Kennel Club recognizes only a solid liver or liver and white coat.*[3] Commonly the head is a solid or nearly solid color and the body is speckled or “ticked”with liver and white, sometimes with large patches of solid color called “saddles”. Roan coats are also common, with or without patching. Solid liver and solid black coats also occur, often with a small blaze of ticking or white on the chest. While the German standard permits a slight sandy coloring (“Gelber Brand”) at the extremities, this coloring is rare, and a dog displaying any yellow coloring is disqualified in AKC and CKC shows. The colouring of the GSP provides camouflage in the winter seasons.
9.2 Temperament
Since the German Shorthaired Pointer was developed to be a dog suited to family life as well as a versatile hunter, the correct temperament is that of an intelligent, bold, boisterous, eccentric, and characteristically affectionate dog that is cooperative and easily trained. Shyness, fearfulness, over submissiveness, aloofness, lack of biddability, or aggression (especially toward humans) are all incorrect traits. The GSP is usually good with children, although care should be taken because the breed can be boisterous especially when young. These dogs love interaction with humans and are suitable pets for active families who will give them an outlet for their considerable energy; they must be avidly run multiple times a week. Most German shorthaired pointers make excellent watchdogs. The breed generally gets along well with other dogs, though females appear to be much more dominant during interbreed interaction. A strong hunting instinct is correct for the breed, which is not always good for other small pets such as cats or rabbits. With training, however, the family dog should be able to discern what is prey and what is not, and they can live quite amicably with other family pets.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer needs plenty of vigorous activity and thrives with lots of exercise and running. This need for exercise (preferably off lead) coupled with the breed's natural instinct to hunt, means that training is an absolute necessity. The GSP's distinctly independent character means that any unused energy will likely result in the dog amusing itself, most probably in an undesirable manner. Failure by the owner to give this active and intelligent dog sufficient exercise and/or proper training can produce a German shorthaired pointer that appears hyperactive or that has destructive tendencies. Thus the breed is not a suitable pet for an inactive home or for inexperienced dog owners. Although these dogs form very strong attachments with their owners, a bored GSP that receives insufficient exercise may feel compelled to exercise himself. These dogs are athletic and can escape from four foot and sometimes six foot enclosures with little difficulty. Regular hunting, running, carting, bikejoring, skijoring, mushing, dog scootering or other vigorous activity can alleviate this desire to escape. The natural instinct to hunt may result in the dog hunting alone and sometimes bringing home occasional dead trophies, such as cats, rats, pigeons and other urban animals. In addition to exercise, especially formal hunting, the GSP needs to be taught to distinguish legitimate prey and off limits animals. Like the other German pointers (the German wirehaired pointer and the less well known German longhaired pointer), the GSP can perform virtually all gundog roles. It is pointer and retriever, an upland bird dog and water dog. The GSP can be used for hunting larger and more dangerous game. It is an excellent swimmer but also works well in rough terrain. It is tenacious, tireless, hardy, and reliable. German Shorthaired Pointers are proficient with many different types of game and sport, including trailing, retrieving, and pointing pheasant, quail, grouse, waterfowl, raccoons, possum, and even deer.*[3] The GSP is intelligent and bred for a certain amount of independence (e. g., when a dog is working out of sight or sound of its handler in the field). Along with its superb hunting ability and companionable personality, the intelligence and the obedience of the GSP make it one of the more popular large breeds.
9.3 Health
Most German shorthaired pointers are tough, healthy dogs, but according to Mayor B. Loney, DVM (NAVHDA Versatile Hunting Dog Magazine, April, 2003) the breed can be subject to a number of hereditary disorders due to their breeding. A few individuals may suffer from hip dysplasia, genetic eye diseases, epilepsy, skin disorders and cancerous lesions in the mouth, on the skin and other areas of the body. As with other breeds, unspayed female GSPs are prone to breast cancer. This risk is reduced if they are spayed. Like many other deep-chested dogs, German shorthaired pointers are highly prone to gastric torsion, AKA bloat. Correct precautions, such as refraining from feeding immediately before or after exercise, feeding several smaller meals throughout the day instead of a single, large one and avoiding the consumption of large amounts of water with dry food, should always be taken. As with any other hunting dog, contact with game can cause the spread of fungi and bacteria that can easily colonise in the gums or cause infections on open wounds and small cuts from scratching against plants and bushes during a regular hunting session.
9.3.1 Care
German Shorthaired Pointers along with other sporting dogs requires a lot of exercise and space to run. GSPs have a lot of energy and if not given the right amount of attention, can become bored and destructive. GSPs do not do well left alone all day or if relegated to a kennel without plenty of human interaction. GSPs are a very clean breed. The short GSP coat needs very little grooming, just occasional brushing. They typically shed constantly. GSPs should be bathed only when needed. (One necessary time would be after hunting.) Like all dogs with flop ears, GSP can be prone to ear infections and their ears require regular checking and cleaning. The GSP has a median lifespan of 9 years in a Danish survey and 12 years in a UK survey. In the UK survey about 1 in 8 lived to >15 years with the longest lived dog living to 17 years.*[4] As the GSP is a medium/large, active breed, the dogs can require considerable food. Older or less active GSPs can also become obese if fed more than suitable for the individual's activity levels. A healthy weight should permit the last two ribs to be felt under the coat and the dog should have a distinct waist or “tuck-up”. Due to the short GSP coat, body heat management is not generally a problem. However, the GSP's high levels 42 CHAPTER 9. GERMAN SHORTHAIRED POINTER
of activity require the breed to drink considerable amounts of water to prevent dehydration. Early symptoms of dehydration show itself as thick saliva and urine with an excessively strong and distinct smell.
9.4 History
The precise origin of the German Shorthaired Pointer is unclear. According to the American Kennel Club,*[3] it is likely that the GSP is descended from a breed known as the German Bird Dog, which itself is related to the old Spanish pointer introduced to Germany in the 17th century. It is also likely that various German hound and tracking dogs, as well as the English Pointer and the Arkwright Pointer also contributed to the development of the breed. However, as the first studbook was not created until 1870, it is impossible to identify all of the dogs that went into creating this breed. The breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930.*[3]
9.5 In art and literature
Thomas Mann's great love for his German Shorthaired is told in the book Bashan and I. Robert B. Parker's most popular mystery series features a Boston detective known only as Spenser who has had a series of three solid-liver German shorthairs, all named Pearl: one who stood with him during a bear charge in his rural youth; one given to his girlfriend by her ex-husband; and the third Pearl, to keep company with Spenser and his girlfriend in their late middle age. Author Parker appears on many of the Spenser dustjackets with a solid-liver GSP male identical to the three incarnations of Pearl in the series. Rick Bass's ruminations on living and hunting with a German shorthaired pointer in Montana can be found in the book Colter: The True Story of the Best Dog I Ever Had. Sportswriter Mel Ellis' memoir Run, Rainey, Run, explores the extraordinary relationship he had with an extremely intelligent and versatile hunting German shorthaired pointer. The 1978 film "Days of Heaven,”written and directed by Terrence Malick, features a brief scene of dogs hunting the prairie. The GSP shown is Jocko von Stolzhafen, twice GSP National Champion (Field) and perhaps the best GSP of his era. A year or so later Jocko vanished while running at a training camp, presumably stolen. The logo of the Westminster Kennel Club is a Pointer, not a German shorthaired pointer, though frequently mistaken for the latter.
9.6 See also
• German Longhaired Pointer
• German Wirehaired Pointer
9.7 References
[1] Maxwell, C. Bede 1987. “The New German Shorthaired Pointer”Howell Book House Inc. ISBN 0-87605-157-3; p.13
[2] “GSP breed standard”. American Kennel Club. Retrieved 15 May 2014.
[3] “Get to Know the German Shorthaired Pointer”. American Kennel Club. Retrieved 30 April 2014.
[4] “Breed Longevity Data”.
• Alderton, David (1984). The Dog. Quill Publishing; Chartwell Books. ISBN 0-89009-786-0.
• Barnes, Duncan (ed.) (1983). The AKC's World of the Pure-Bred Dog. Nick Lyons Books. ISBN 0-87605- 406-8. 9.8. EXTERNAL LINKS 43
• Brown, Joan (1996). Simon the Pointer. Viking US. ISBN 0-670-86662-8.
• Cunliffe, Juliette (2004). The Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds. Parragon Publishing. ISBN 0-7525-8276-3. • Ellis, Mel (1985). Run, Rainey, Run. Top Dogs: Northword Publishing. ISBN 0-942802-11-X.
• Fogle, Bruce, DVM (2000). The new Encyclopedia of the Dog. Doring Kindersley (DK). ISBN 0-7894-6130- 7.
• Marder, Amy, VMD (2004). The Complete Dog Owner's Manual. Fog City Press. ISBN 1-74089-313-1. • Maxwell, C Bede (1982)“The New German Shorthaired Pointer”Howell Book House. ISBN 0-87605-157-3.
• Palmer, Joan (1994). The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds. Wellfleet Press. ISBN 0-7858-0030-1. • Rollston, Dr. Christopher A. “A Brief History of the German Shorthair (Deutsch Kurzhaar).”_Shorthair Journal_ Volume 7 Issue 6 (2006):8-10.
• Schuler, Elizabeth Meriwether (ed.) (1980). Simon & Schuster's Guide to Dogs. Fireside: Simon and Schuster. ISBN 0-671-25527-4.
9.8 External links
• German Shorthaired Pointer at DMOZ Chapter 10
German Spaniel
The German Spaniel, also known as the Deutscher Wachtelhund (German quail dog), is a breed of dog that was developed in Germany around 1890, and is used as a hunting dog. Descended from the old German breed, the Stoeberer (lit. “rummager”), which became popular with commoners following the Revolutions of 1848 in the German states, who required a versatile hunting dog. Stoeberer is now a type of hunting dog in Germany with the Wachtelhund being its sole member. The breed is not very well known outside of Germany, but was recognised by the United Kennel Club in 1996. A well built breed, its coat comes in brown shades with occasional white markings. It can be trained to retrieve game, as well as for tracking. It is related to the Small Münsterländer (″Heidewachtel″) and the Drentse Patrijshond, all of which are descendants from the quail dog that at least date back to the 15th century.
10.1 History
Frederick Roberth, a German dog breeder, is credited with creating the modern Deutscher Wachtelhund around 1890. While several breeds feature in its makeup, the most prominent dog breed to be bred into the modern breed is the now extinct Stoeberer. The Stoeberer has been mentioned in literature as far back as 1719, and was thought to have a nose as powerful as a Bloodhound. Following the Revolutions of 1848 in the German states, the common man in the German states was allowed to hunt and needed a versatile hunting dog; this dog was the Stoeberer. In the late 19th century when Roberth was working on his new breed, he found specimens of the Stoeberer in Bavaria, and these dogs were crossed with water dogs and sporting spaniels to become the modern German Spaniel.*[1] In 1903, the Deutscher Wachtelhund was recognised as a breed, and following this the German breed club, the Verein fur Deutsche Wachtelhund (VDW), was organised. The term Stoeberer has since become a category of hunting dog in Germany with the Wachtelhund being the sole member of that category.*[1] In 1910, the VDW selected four male dogs and seven female dogs upon which to base the breed standard for the Wachtelhund. These dogs were selected from all over Germany, one coming from each region with two coming from Hannover. All of the modern registered German Spaniels today are descended from these eleven dogs.*[2] John Scott, 1st Earl of Eldon, Lord Chancellor of Great Britain owned a German Spaniel named Pincher, thought to be his favourite dog, which was painted by Edwin Henry Landseer.*[3] The dog originally belonged to his son William Henry, but became his constant companion. Lord Eldon would write of Pincher's behaviour in correspondence, for example to Lady F. J. Bankes in December 1831, “When I got to Southampton, Pincher, who sends his kindest regards, marched up to the bed-room, in which I slept the last two times I was there. The chambermaid provided another room for me, the house being full of company, there being a ball at Southampton. Pincher was uneasy at this, and out of humour, and if he could speak, he would not have allowed it.”*[4] Following Lord Eldon' death, a sum was left to his daughter Lady Frances specifically to pay for the care of the dog.*[5] Not usually kept as pets, these dogs owned by German foresters and professional hunters. In the 1960s and 70s several German Spaniels were imported into the United States, and descendants of those dogs are now used in Canada to track down and flush out American black bear.*[1] A further pair of dogs were brought to the United States in 1994, and the United Kennel Club recognised the breed in 1996, placing it in the Gundog Group.*[6] There is thought to be about 100 German Spaniels in North America.*[1]
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A German Spaniel photographed in 1915.
10.2 Description
The Deutscher Wachtelhund is a strong boned, muscular, medium sized gundog with long thick wavy hair. It is solidly-built which allows it to retrieve heavy game such as hares and foxes. The ears are fairly long and should reach from half way to the nose, to the tip of the nose. The size is approximately 18–21 inches (46–53 cm) at the withers.*[1] Body length, from the nose to the base of the tail is twice the length of the dogs height. Average weight for both males and females of the breed is between 44–66 pounds (20–30 kg).*[1] The coat is short and fine on the head, and long on the body, where it is strong, thick, wavy or curly, with enough undercoat to provide protection. It has a well feathered coat which is usually either brown or brown roan. Although brown, it can have white markings chest and/or legs, and may have white ticking anywhere on its body.*[1] Other colors that the coat can come in include red and white, and solid red. Plain black coats do not occur in the breed.*[7]
10.3 Temperament
The Deutscher Wachtelhund is a versatile gun dog. *[8] They are lively with a very strong hunting instinct and have a friendly attitude towards humans and other dogs. The Wachtelhund is quick to learn and adapt to new situations and has a great deal of courage. While not able to match the abilities of more specialized spaniels and retrievers they are able to hunt upland game, retrieve, track and blood trail large game successfully, making them popular among hunters who need a dog able to fulfil many roles adequately.
10.4 Outside Germany
This breed has gained numbers in Sweden along with the increase of the wild boar population in the south of the country, as well as the creation of crossbreeds with native spitzhounds to produce tough and brave dogs that will both 46 CHAPTER 10. GERMAN SPANIEL
A modern German Spaniel give chase and “stop”or “stand down”the boar giving the hunter the chance to sneak in to kill the prey. They will also give a death bark or take down wounded game if trained to.
10.5 References
Specific
[1] “German Spaniel Information”. Sarah's Dogs. Retrieved 29 January 2011.
[2] Pepe, Dave. “What is A Deutscher Wachtelhund?". Deutscher Wachtelhund of North America. Retrieved 29 January 2011.
[3] The Literary Gazette; A Journal of the Belles Letters, It's Sciences &c for the year 1840. London: Moyles and Barcy. 1840. p. 348.
[4] Twiss, Horace (1844). The Public and Private Life of Chancellor Eldon III. London: John Murray. p. 161.
[5] Tait's Edinburgh Magazine XI. Edinburgh: William Tait. 1844. p. 661.
[6] “Deutscher Wachtelhund (German Spaniel) Revised July 1, 2009”. United Kennel Club. Retrieved 29 January 2011.
[7] Kienle, Armin. “Der Deutsche Wachtelhund - ein Porträt der Rasse”(PDF) (in German). Verein fur Deutsche Wachtel- hund. Retrieved 29 January 2011.
[8] “German Spaniel - Royal Canin”. Royal Canin. Retrieved 3 November. Check date values in: |accessdate= (help) 10.6. EXTERNAL LINKS 47
A three-month-old puppy, showing the variation in the shades of color in the breed
General
Deutscher Wachtelhund of North America, http://www.deutscherwachtelhund.org wachtelhund
10.6 External links
• German Spaniel at DMOZ Chapter 11
German Spitz
German Spitz is used to refer to both a breed of dog and category or type of dog. Several modern breeds have been developed from the German Spitz, and are either registered as separate breeds or as varieties of German Spitz. All the German Spitz type dogs are dogs of the Spitz type of German origin. The Großspitz, Mittelspitz, and Kleinspitz breeds of German Spitz type are also called the German Spitz in English.
11.1 The German Spitz breed
The Fédération Cynologique Internationale recognizes the German Spitz (Deutscher Spitz) under Group 5, Section 4, European Spitz. The Deutscher Spitz is one breed; names differentiate sizes and colour:*[1]
• Keeshond or Wolfsspitz - wolf grey with black points; 49 ± 6 centimetres (19.3 ± 2.4 in) at withers; ca. 20 kilograms (44 lb).
• Großspitz (Giant/Large Spitz) - white, brown or black; 46 ± 4 centimetres (18.1 ± 1.6 in) at withers; 15 to 20 kilograms (33 to 44 lb).
• German Spitz (Mittel) (Medium/Standard Spitz, incl. American Eskimo Dog) - black, white, cream, brown, sable, parti-colour and more; 34 ± 4 centimetres (13.4 ± 1.6 in) at withers; 7 to 10 kilograms (15 to 22 lb).
• German Spitz (Klein) (Miniature Spitz) - white, brown or black, orange, grey-shaded and other colours; 26 ± 3 centimetres (10.2 ± 1.2 in) at withers; 4 to 5 kilograms (8.8 to 11.0 lb).
• Zwergspitz (Dwarf Spitz) or Pomeranian - orange, cream, black, white, sable, parti-colour, etc. 20 ± 2 cen- timetres (7.87 ± 0.79 in) at withers; 3 kilograms (6.6 lb).
11.2 The German Spitz type
Since there is no one German Spitz breed type,“German Spitz”can also be considered a subtype of the Spitz. Dogs descended or bred from various German Spitze are included in this grouping. The Wolfspitz is also called the Keeshond and is registered as a separate breed by the Kennel Club (UK) and other registries. The Großspitz (Grossespitz) or Giant Spitz is 46 ± 4 centimetres (18.1 ± 1.6 in) high and weighs 15 to 20 kilograms (33 to 44 lb). The Keeshond and the Giant Spitz are divided primarily by colour, though the Keeshond tends to have a fuller coat and is taller and heavier. The Mittelspitz or Medium/Standard Spitz is the ancestor of, and is sometimes taken to include, the American Eskimo Dog. The American Eskimo Dog is allowed to be registered as Mittelspitz by some registries. Only the Canadian Kennel Club and the two major American kennel clubs recognize the American Eskimo Dog as a separate breed. The German Spitz (Klein) (sometimes known as the Kleinspitz) is allowed more colours than the larger German Spitz under the Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard. The Japanese Spitz, also bred from the German Spitz, is very similar to the Spitz Klein but is limited to the white colour and has a different breed history. The Zwergspitz, the Pomeranian, is also registered as a separate breed in the UK and North America.
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An orange Miniature German Spitz (Klein), 9 months-old.
The Kennel Club (UK) and the Australian Kennel Club recognize only the Kleinspitz and Mittelspitz. In those coun- tries the Grossespitz is not recognized, and the Pomeranian (Zwergspitz) and Keeshond (Wolfspitz) are separate breeds. In many countries the Miniature (Klein) Spitz is also confused with the Pomeranian (Zwergspitz). Some registries and breed clubs allow various sizes of German Spitz to be interbred, others do not. 50 CHAPTER 11. GERMAN SPITZ
11.3 Appearance
German Spitz are similar in appearance but vary in colour. The German Spitz is usually Black, Gold/Cream and black or White-ish, but the Standard, Small and Dwarf can have various colour combinations as well. All German Spitzen have a wolf/fox-like head, double coat, highset triangular ears and a tail that is curled over the back. Although the Kleinspitz and the Pomeranian look alike, they are not the same dog. Also, although the American Eskimo Dog and Japanese Spitz look almost alike, they are in fact two different breeds with different lineages and breed histories.
11.4 History
German Spitz, like all spitzen, have many physical features found in oldest stone age fossil dogs in Central Europe, leading experts at the time to believe that the spitz is the oldest dog type. However, modern genetic evidence places them in a much more recent lineage, dating the Wolfsspitz-type to the 1800s.*[2] The German Spitz was later brought to America, and was renamed American Eskimo Dog due to the widespread anti-German sentiment during World War I, although other breeds (“White Keeshonds”and Pomeranians, along with Japanese Spitz) were also used in the formation of the breed. The American Kennel club recognizes the breeds as separate.
11.5 References
[1] Fédération Cynologique Internationale website (accessed 06 September 2010)
[2] Ostrander, Elaine A. (September–October 2007). “Genetics and the Shape of Dogs; Studying the new sequence of the canine genome shows how tiny genetic changes can create enormous variation within a single species”. American Scientist (online). www.americanscientist.org. pp. also see chart page 4. Retrieved 2008-09-22.
11.6 External links
• German Spitz World in the UK
• German Spitz Breeders & Owners Club in the UK Chapter 12
German Wirehaired Pointer
The German Wirehaired Pointer is a medium to large-sized griffon type breed of dog developed in the 19th century in Germany for hunting. It became a leading gun dog in Germany in the later part of the 20th century. It is the result of the careful mixing of the griffon, Deutscher Stichelhaar, Deutscher Kurzhaar, and the hunting Pudelpointer in the late 19th century.
12.1 Description
12.1.1 Appearance
The German Wirehaired pointer is a well muscled, medium to large-sized dog of distinctive appearance. Balanced in size and sturdily built, the breed's most distinguishing characteristics are its weather resistant, wire-like coat and its facial furnishings. Typically pointer in character and style, the German wirehaired pointer is an intelligent, energetic and determined hunter. The tail is typically docked to two-fifths of the natural length. In countries where docking is prohibited the tail should be of sufficient length to reach down to the hocks. Like all German pointers, they have webbed feet. This dog is sometimes confused with the Spinone Italiano.
Coat
The functional wiry coat is the breed's most distinctive feature. A dog must have a correct coat to be of correct type. The coat is weather resistant and, to some extent, water-repellent. The undercoat is dense enough in winter to insulate against the cold but is so thin in summer as to be almost invisible. The distinctive outer coat is straight, harsh, wiry and flat lying, and is from one to two inches in length. The outer coat is long enough to protect against the punishment of rough cover, but not so long as to hide the outline of the dog. On the lower legs the coat is shorter and between the toes it is of softer texture. On the skull the coat is naturally short and close fitting. Over the shoulders and around the tail it is very dense and heavy. The tail is nicely coated, particularly on the underside, but devoid of feather. Eyebrows are of strong, straight hair. Beard and whiskers are medium length. The hairs in the liver patches of a liver and white dog may be shorter than the white hairs. A short smooth coat, a soft woolly coat, or an excessively long coat is to be severely penalized when showing. While maintaining a harsh, wiry texture, the puppy coat may be shorter than that of an adult coat. The coat of the puppy should be shorter than 1 inch the adult coat should be kept at 1 inch long.
Gait
The dog should be evaluated at a moderate gait. The movement is free and smooth with good reach in the forequarters and good driving power in the hindquarters. The topline should remain firm.
12.1.2 Temperament
The German Wirehaired pointer is affectionate, lively, very determined, active and intelligent. Eager to learn and loyal to its family, it needs a handler who is consistent in approach. They like to be occupied, are vigorous and enjoy
51 52 CHAPTER 12. GERMAN WIREHAIRED POINTER working for their owners. They are friendly with those they know, but are naturally aloof with strangers and should be socialized at an early age.' This is one breed of dog that does not do well in a kennel environment. German Wirehaired pointers are happiest and most well behaved when they are part of the family and can spend time with their people. They can be rather willful and they like to roam. Powerful and energetic, they can become bored and hard to manage without enough exercise. The German Wirehaired pointer is a good all-around gun dog, able to hunt any sort of game on any sort of terrain. This dog has a good nose and can track, point, and retrieve on both land and water. Loyal and playful, the German Wirehaired Pointer thrives on human companionship. These dogs should have the correct temperament to live with children of all ages.*[3]
12.1.3 Color
The Colors are: Solid liver, black and white ticked, liver and white ticked.However, any black in the coat is to be severely penalized in USA Only.Black roan brown roan are accepted by the official German Breed club*[4]
12.2 Health
Von Willebrands Disease type 2, hip dysplasia, heart disease.
12.3 History
German Wirehaired pointers trace their origins back to 1880. They originated in Germany, where breeders wanted to develop a rugged, versatile hunting dog that would work closely with either one person or a small party of persons hunting on foot in varied terrain; from the mountainous regions of the Alps, to dense forests, to more open areas with farms and small towns. The breed the Germans desired had to have a coat that would protect the dogs when working in heavy cover or in cold water, yet be easy to maintain. Careful crosses of the German pointer with many other breeds. Sources differ on the exact lineage, though the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Pudelpointer, Stichelhaar, and Deutscher-Kurzhaar are commonly accepted as the most likely contributors. This is a dog that can fully respond to the needs of its hunter. The goal was to develop a wire-coated, medium-sized dog that could:
• Search for, locate and point upland game
• Work both feather and fur with equal skill and retrieve water fowl
• Be a close-working, easily trained gun dog
• Be able to track and locate wounded game
• Be fearless when hunting “sharp”game such as fox
• Be a devoted companion and pet; and
• Be a watchdog for its owner's family and property.
Some consider the“Drahthaar”to be a different type of dog than the German wirehaired pointer. While the breeds are genetically indistinguishable,“drahts”have to meet rigorous hunt and show tests before being eligible for breeding. These tests include tracking wounded game such as fox, rabbit, deer and boar, which may not be required of a dog that hunts birds predominantly. A desire to recover and retrieve game stands out in both styles of dog (GWP and Drahthaar). In double blind studies, the tracking capabilities of Drahthaar and GWP's has shown to be statistically indistinguishable. For upland (i.e. non-waterfowl) bird work, many GWPs have distinguished themselves with all-breed Field Cham- pionships and Master Hunter titles. Unlike many sporting breeds, there is no “breed split”with Wirehairs (though individuals have varying talents). Dual Championships (both field and show) are not uncommon in the breed. 12.4. SEE ALSO 53
12.4 See also
• German shorthaired pointer
• German longhaired pointer
12.5 References
[1] “Individual Breed Results for Purebred Dog Health Survey”. The Kennel Club.
[2] Proschowsky, H. F.; Rugbjerg, H.; Ersbøll, A. K. R. (2003). “Mortality of purebred and mixed-breed dogs in Denmark” . Preventive Veterinary Medicine 58 (1–2): 63–74. doi:10.1016/S0167-5877(03)00010-2. PMID 12628771.
[3] “German Wirehaired Pointer AKC”. www.akc.org.
[4] “German Wirehaired Pointer Breed Standard”. American Kennel Club. 2007. Retrieved 2012-10-15.
12.6 External links
• German Wirehaired Pointer at DMOZ Chapter 13
Giant Schnauzer
The Giant Schnauzer is a working breed of dog developed in the 17th century in Germany. It is the largest of the three breeds of Schnauzer, with the other two breeds being the Standard Schnauzer and the Miniature Schnauzer. Numerous breeds were used in its development, including the black Great Dane, the Bouvier des Flandres, and the German Pinscher. Originally bred to assist on farms by driving livestock to market and guarding the farmer's property, the breed eventually moved into the city, where it worked guarding breweries, butchers' shops, stockyards and factories. It was unknown outside of Bavaria until it became popular as a military dog during World War I and World War II. They have dense coarse coat that protects them from the weather and from vermin. Giant Schnauzers come in two color patterns: Solid black, and a color known as pepper and salt, where banded hairs of alternating white and black, appearing gray hairs at a distance. Where legal, they are shown with cropped ears and docked tails. Like other schnauzers, they have a distinct beard and eyebrows. Today, the Giant Schnauzer participates in numerous dog sports, including Schutzhund. It is also used as a police dog.
13.1 History
The first Giant Schnauzers emerged from Swabia in the German state of Bavaria, and Württemberg in the 17th cen- tury.*[5]*[6] These original Giant Schnauzers were considered a rough-coated version of the German pinscher breeds, and their hair was thought to help them withstand the harsh German winters and bites from vermin.*[1] The origins of the breed are unclear, but sources speculate it originated through some combination of black Great Danes,*[1] German Shepherds,*[1] Rottweilers,*[1] Dobermans,*[1] Boxers,*[1] Bouvier des Flandres,*[1] Thuringian Shep- herds,*[2] and the Standard Schnauzer.*[2] The Giant Schnauzer was originally bred as a multipurpose farm dog for guarding property and driving animals to market.*[7] By the turn of the 20th century the Giant Schnauzer was being used as a watchdog at factories, breweries, butcheries, and stockyards throughout Bavaria.*[1]*[6] It was unknown outside Bavaria until it was used as a military dog in World War I and World War II.*[1]*[6] The first Giant Schnauzers were imported to America in the 1930s, but they remained rare until the 1960s,*[8] when the breed became popular. In 1962, there were 23 new Giant Schnauzers registered with the American Kennel Club; in 1974 this number was 386; in 1984 it was over 800 and in 1987 is was around 1000 animals.*[9] In 2012, there were 94 new dogs registered, down from 95 in 2011.*[10] In modern times, the Giant Schnauzer is used as a police dog; is trained for obedience, dog agility, herding, search and rescue, and schutzhund; and is shown in conformation shows.*[6]*[8] They are also used for carting.*[7] In Europe, the breed is considered to be more of a working dog than a show dog.*[9] The focus in many European Schnauzer clubs is not so much on conformation shows, but on the working ability of the breed.*[9] In several countries, including Germany, dogs must achieve a Schutzhund Champion title before they can qualify to be a conformation champion.*[9]
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Two Giant Schnauzers
13.2 Description
13.2.1 Appearance
Although the Giant Schnauzer is called 'Giant', this is not in comparison to other large dog breeds such as the Great Dane or the Rottweiler, but instead in comparison to the Standard and Miniature Schnauzers.*[1] The AKC breed standard calls for males to stand from 25.5 to 27.5 inches (65 to 70 cm) at the withers, and for females to stand from 23.5 to 25.5 inches (60 to 65 cm).*[5] Giant Schnauzers are square in shape,*[3] and should resemble a larger version of the Standard Schnauzer.*[6] The tail is long and the ears are small button ears carried high on the head.*[7] Where it is legal, it is possibly docked and the ears cropped.*[3] The head is 1/2 the length of the dog's back, when the back is measured from the withers to the base of the tail.*[6] The cheeks are flat, but well muscled.*[6] The coat is dense, wiry, and weather resistant.*[3]*[5] The fur on the Giant Schnauzer's face forms a distinct “beard”and eyebrows.*[6] Its stride is long and crisp.*[2] Giant Schnauzers come in two colors: solid black, and a pattern called pepper and salt, where banded hairs of black and white hairs cover the body, giving it the appearance of having been peppered and salted.*[5]
13.2.2 Temperament
Giant Schnauzers are usually a quiet breed.*[2] Due to its breeding, the Giant Schnauzer is inherently suspicious of strangers and can be very territorial.*[1]*[2] Once introduced, it is usually accepting of novel people or situations.*[1] It has the potential to be aggressive,*[1] but Giant Schnauzers are usually reserved*[2] - they are“amiable in repose, and a commanding figure when aroused”*[6] Giant Schnauzers have been described as trustworthy with children.*[2] They are very intelligent, and can become bored easily.*[1] They are also very energetic and highly spirited,*[6] which, when coupled with boredom, can lead to unwanted and destructive behavior.*[1] They are easily trained, and deeply loyal to their owner.*[6] Some breeders believe that pepper and salt colored Giant Schnauzers are more docile than their black-furred counterparts.*[4] 56 CHAPTER 13. GIANT SCHNAUZER
The Giant Schnauzer should be “amiable in repose, and a commanding figure when aroused”*[6]
13.3 Health
Giant Schnauzers require regular grooming.*[5] Their beard can collect drool and food particles, making frequent cleanings essential.*[11] If being shown, their coat needs to be stripped every two to four weeks.*[7] If they are simply a companion animal, the coat can be clipped instead.*[7] Some Giant Schnauzers have an allergy to shampoo.*[12] Hip and elbow dysplasia are common.*[3]*[7] Giant Schnauzers are also prone to eye problems such as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, glaucoma, cataracts, multifocal retinal dysplasia, and generalized progressive retinal atrophy.*[12] They are also prone to skin diseases, such as seasonal flank alopecia, vitiligo, and follicular cysts.*[12] Cancer of the skin is com- mon in dark-colored dogs, with the most frequently occurring varieties being melanoma of the limbs and digits, and squamous cell carcinoma of the digit.*[12] This susceptibility occurs because melanoma is caused by a defect in the melanocytes, the cells that darken the color of the skin.*[13] Noncancerous skin tumors are also common.*[12] Some Giant Schnauzers develop central diabetes insipidus, autosomal recessive hypothyroidism, selective malabsorption of cobalamin, narcolepsy, cataplexy, and various seizure disorders.*[7]*[12] Some are also sensitive to sulphonamides and gold.*[12] Bone diseases and joint problems are also an issue.*[14] The most common causes of death in Giant Schnauzers are lymphoma and liver cancer, followed by heart attacks and heart failure.*[15]
13.4 See also
• Standard Schnauzer
• Miniature Schnauzer
13.5 References
[1] Stahlkuppe, Joe; Earle-Bridges, Michele (March 1, 2002). Giant Schnauzers: Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Training, and Wellness. Hauppauge, NY: Barron's Educational Series. pp. 5–11. ISBN 0-7641-1884-6. OCLC 47289437. Retrieved February 9, 2013. 13.5. REFERENCES 57
Riesenschnauzer or Giant Schnauzer
[2] Rice, Dan (March 1, 2001). Big Dog Breeds. Hauppauge, NY: Barron's Educational Series. pp. 166–167. ISBN 0-7641- 1649-5. OCLC 44860848. Retrieved February 9, 2013.
[3] Kern, Kerry V.; Vriends, Matthew M. (1988). The New Terrier Handbook: Everything about Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Breeding, Behavior, and Training. New York: Barron's Educational Series. p. 115. ISBN 0-8120-3951-3. OCLC 17508196. Retrieved February 3, 2013.
[4] Welton, Michele (October 15, 2000). Your Purebred Puppy, Second Edition: A Buyer's Guide, Completely Revised and Updated. Neptune City, NJ: Macmillan. p. 137. ISBN 0-7938-3094-X. OCLC 50295276. Retrieved February 9, 2013.
[5] “Giant Schnauzer”. AKC Meet The Breeds. American Kennel Club. Retrieved February 3, 2013.
[6] Giant Schnauzer. The Complete Dog Book: 20th Edition (Random House Digital, Inc). December 18, 2007. ISBN 978-0- 345-47626-5. Retrieved February 9, 2013.
[7] Palika, Liz (2007). The Howell Book of Dogs - The Definitive Reference to 300 Breeds and Varieties. Hoboken, New Jersey: Wiley Publishing, Inc. pp. 250–251. ISBN 0-470-00921-7.
[8] “The Westminster Kennel Club | Breed Information: Giant Schnauzer”. The Westminster Kennel Club. 2013. Retrieved February 9, 2013.
[9] Brown, Catherine (1988). “Origin and History of the Giant Schnauzer”. Giant Schnauzer Club of America. Retrieved February 9, 2013.
[10] “AKC DOG REGISTRATION STATISTICS”. American Kennel Club. 2013. Retrieved February 9, 2013.
[11] Bailey, Gwen (March 6, 2009). “Giant Schnauzer”. Training Your Superdog. Penguin. p. 40. Retrieved February 9, 2013.
[12] Gough, Alex; Thomas, Alison (2004). Breed Predispositions to Disease in Dogs and Cats. Oxford, UK; Ames, Iowa, USA; Carlton, Victoria, Australia: Blackwell Publishing Ltd. pp. 133–137. ISBN 1-4051-0748-0.
[13] “Cancer in Canines”. Airedale Health Foundation. Retrieved July 27, 2013. 58 CHAPTER 13. GIANT SCHNAUZER
[14] Stall, Sam (April 28, 2005). “Schnauzer (Giant)". The Good Bad, and the Furry: Choosing the Dog That's Right for You. Quirk Books. pp. 169–170. Retrieved February 3, 2013.
[15] “Summary results of the Purebred Dog Health Survey for Giant Schnauzers”(PDF). Report from the Kennel Club/ British Small Animal Veterinary Association Scientific Committee. The Kennel Club. August 18, 2006. Retrieved February 12, 2013.
13.6 External links
• Giant Schnauzer at DMOZ Chapter 14
Glen of Imaal Terrier
The Glen of Imaal Terrier (Irish: Brocaire Uí Mháil) is a breed of dog of the terrier category and one of four Irish terrier breeds. It is sometimes called the Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier or the Wicklow Terrier, and the name of the breed is often shortened by fanciers to just Glen. The breed originates in, and is named for, the Glen of Imaal in County Wicklow, Ireland. It was recognised first by the Irish Kennel Club in 1934 and most recently by the American Kennel Club in 2004. Reportedly, the Glen's history began during the reign of Elizabeth I, who hired French and Hessian mercenaries to put down a rebellion in Ireland. After the conflict, many of these soldiers settled in the Wicklow area. They brought with them their low-slung hounds, which they bred with the local terrier stock, eventually developing a distinctive breed that became known as the Glen of Imaal Terrier. Glens were originally used for eradicating vermin such as rat, fox, badger, and otter, and also as a general-purpose farm dog for herding and family companionship. Unlike many other terriers, they are “strong dogs”rather than “sounders”̶they were bred to work mute to ground, going silently into dens after their quarry rather than barking at it to alert their handlers. In hunting trials, which used to be required by many kennel clubs for championships, Glens were disqualified if they sounded at the quarry. According to Irish lore, Glen of Imaal Terriers were also used as turnspit dogs to turn meat over fires for cooking. Evidence for this is scarce, and engravings of such dogs from the 19th century do not bear much resemblance to the Glen as it is known today. It is, regardless, repeated in many descriptions of the breed and often used in color commentary by dog show announcers. The breed almost died out before being revived in the early twentieth century by breeders in its homeland. Today, the Glen of Imaal Terrier is still one of the rarest breeds of dog*[1] (in the US, living registered animals number in the hundreds) and the least-known Irish terrier breed.
14.1 Appearance
A“big dog on short legs,”the Glen of Imaal Terrier is a dwarf breed. It is more substantial than might be expected from photographs; a typical adult Glen weighs about 36 pounds and stands 14”tall at the withers. The AKC breed standard specifies a height of 12”to 14”and a weight of “approximately”35 pounds for males and “somewhat less”for females, with a length-to-height ratio of 5:3. Many champion Glens are larger than breed standard, with some individuals exceeding 40 or even 45 pounds. With three growth stages, a Glen can take up to four years to reach full maturity. Glens have a large head, with rose or half-prick ears; short, bowed legs; and a straight topline that rises slightly toward the tail. The shoulders, chest, and hips are sturdy and muscular, and the front feet are turned out. The breed is considered unrefined, with antique features that were common in early terriers but which have since fallen out of favor with fanciers and breeders. On their back, Glens have a unique double coat: wiry with a soft undercoat. The head, sides, and legs have only the softer coat. The color of the coat may be wheaten or blue (usually with brindling), with both wheaten and blue encompassing a range of shades. Other colorings do occasionally occur in Glens (including a mixture of wheaten and blue referred to as “grizzle”and a “blue and tan”that is blue on top with wheaten furnishings) but these rare
59 60 CHAPTER 14. GLEN OF IMAAL TERRIER variations are not favored by fanciers.
Wheaten Glen of Imaal Terrier puppy with black highlights in coat
Wheaten Glen of Imaal puppies often have black highlights in their fur, and when young may show a“dorsal stripe” of darker fur down the middle of their backs, but this usually does not appear in their adult coat. The Glen of Imaal terrier does not molt or shed much, and needs to be brushed or combed every week or two to keep the soft coat in good condition and free of matting. It is also typical to strip excess hair from the hard coat two to four times per year; this “dead”hair pulls out easily and painlessly with the proper tools. Although some extra grooming is needed for showing (for example, the soft undercoat is often “carded”from the back to bring out the appearance of the darker wiry coat), the Glen is intended to have a “rough and ready” appearance, and show grooming requires less effort than in many other breeds. Glens should look tidy but natural, never manicured or clipped, in the conformation ring. Historically, the breed's tail was typically docked to a length just sufficient to serve as a handhold for pulling the dog out of a badger hole. Docking is still standard in the United States, though some breeders have stopped doing it, and an intact tail is not a fault in AKC conformation showing. Many countries, however, ban docking for showing completely. Ireland has banned showing of dogs whose tails were docked on or after March 6, 2014 (the procedure is also itself illegal with very limited exceptions). In the UK, working terriers can still be shown with docked tails, but dogs kept as pets cannot.
14.2 Health
A genetic test is available for progressive retinal atrophy (type crd3), a congenital disorder that gradually results in blindness beginning at about five years of age. As blindness from this cause did not become apparent until well into the breeding years, it was difficult to breed out this trait before the advent of the test. Completely eliminating the defective gene will be tricky even now, as breeding only clear-to-clear would severely restrict choices in an already small gene pool. It is possible, however, to produce litters that will never be affected by this type of PRA, even though some individuals in the litter may carry the gene, and responsible breeders are doing so. (Because the trait is 14.3. TEMPERAMENT AND BEHAVIOR 61
Blue brindle Glen of Imaal Terrier puppy recessive, animals with only one copy of the defective gene do not develop PRA.) Responsible breeders continue to test their animals' eyes annually to validate the test and to monitor for other eye problems. Heart problems are virtually nonexistent in the breed. Glen of Imaal Terriers suffer from allergies and skin itching especially on paws, the typical problem with paws is redness, itching and sores during spells of wet weather. *[2]*[3] Hip dysplasia, though occasionally seen, is usually mild and does not usually result in lameness due to the breed's typically muscular build. However, responsible breeders use OFA or PennHIP evaluations to ensure that their breeding stock's hips are healthy. Because they are achondroplastic and front-heavy with turned-out front feet, young Glens are particularly suscepti- ble to growth plate injuries that can significantly affect the development of front leg bones. Owners are advised to discourage their Glens from jumping off sofas, chairs, and beds until at least a year of age and to consult a vet at the first sign of limping. After the age of 12 months, Glens generally do best on a diet lower in protein than other breeds.
14.3 Temperament and behavior
Glen of Imaal terriers are energetic and tenacious, but they tend to be more even-tempered, more easygoing, and less vocal than most other terriers. While they love activity, they are not demanding, and are happy to relax by their owner's side. Their bark is deep and authoritative, like that of a much larger dog, and they are said to be good watch dogs. The “Glen sit,”in which the dog sits on its hind end and holds its entire body vertical, is a posture not commonly seen in other breeds. As terriers, Glens can have a stubborn streak, but they respond well to a firm hand and can withstand correction when necessary. They are intelligent, learn quickly, and socialize easily. They are typically fearless and loyal, and are superb with people, including children. However, some can be dog-aggressive, especially when provoked. By maturity, most Glens develop a high prey drive and will readily go for vermin such as rats, so they need to be well-socialized with other animals when young̶particularly with household pets that they might mistake for quarry, 62 CHAPTER 14. GLEN OF IMAAL TERRIER such as cats and rabbits. Glens often do well at Earthdog trials, Barn Hunt, and in agility. Although not typically strong swimmers due to their short legs, some Glens can work in water, and others have been trained to herd and drive sheep and cattle.
14.4 Relationship to other breeds
Though the exact origin of the Glen of Imaal Terrier is lost to history, some say that the breed may be related to the Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier, another Irish terrier breed (in fact, some sources claim all Irish terrier breeds to be derived from the Soft-Coated Wheaten). The “low-slung hounds”in the Glen's heritage are sometimes held to be forerunners of the PBGV. Though it bears a passing resemblance to Scotland's Dandie Dinmont terrier, and even comes in two colors similar to the Dandie's “mustard”and “pepper,”it does not seem to be particularly closely related to that breed. Based on DNA evidence alone, the Glen of Imaal Terrier seems more closely related to the Molossers than to other small terriers.*[4]
14.5 References
[1] “World's Rarest Dog Breed”. PetMedsOnline.Org. Retrieved 30 October 2011.
[2] http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/health/glenofimaalterriers.html
[3] http://www.freewebs.com/seriousproblem/glenhealth.htm#413371599
[4] Bridgett M. vonHoldt, John P. Pollinger, Kirk E. Lohmueller, Eunjung Han, Heidi G. Parker, Pascale Quignon, Jeremiah D. Degenhardt, Adam R. Boyko, Dent A. Earl, Adam Auton, Andy Reynolds, Kasia Bryc, Abra Brisbin, James C. Knowles, Dana S. Mosher, Tyrone C. Spady, Abdel Elkahloun, Eli Geffen, Malgorzata Pilot, Wlodzimierz Jedrzejewski, Claudia Greco, Ettore Randi, Danika Bannasch, Alan Wilton, Jeremy Shearman, Marco Musiani, Michelle Cargill, Paul G. Jones, Zuwei Qian, Wei Huang, Zhao-Li Ding, Ya-ping Zhang, Carlos D. Bustamante, Elaine A. Ostrander, John Novembre & Robert K. Wayne (8 April 2010). “Neighbour-joining trees of domestic dogs and grey wolves”. Genome-wide SNP and haplotype analyses reveal a rich history underlying dog domestication. The Journal Nature. doi:10.1038/nature08837. Retrieved 13 May 2013.
14.6 External links
• Glen of Imaal Terrier at DMOZ 14.6. EXTERNAL LINKS 63
Glen of Imaal terrier demonstrating the “Glen sit”. Chapter 15
Golden Retriever
For other uses, see Golden Retriever (disambiguation).
The Golden Retriever is a large-sized breed of dog bred as gun dogs to retrieve shot waterfowl such as ducks and upland game birds during hunting and shooting parties,*[1] and were named 'retriever' because of their ability to retrieve shot game undamaged. Golden Retrievers have an instinctive love of water, and are easy to train to basic or advanced obedience standards. They are a long-coated breed, with a dense inner coat that provides them with adequate warmth in the outdoors, and an outer coat that lies flat against their bodies and repels water. Golden Retrievers are well suited to residency in suburban or country environments. Although they need substantial outdoor exercise, they should be housed in a fenced area because of their instinctual tendency to roam.*[2] They shed copiously, particularly at the change of seasons, and require fairly regular grooming. The breed is a prominent participant in conformation shows for purebred dogs. The Golden Retrievers' intelligence makes them a versatile breed and allows them to fill a variety of roles – common ones being guide dog for the blind, hearing dog for the deaf, hunting dog, detection dog, and search and rescue participant. The breed's friendly, gentle temperament means it is unsuited to being a professional guard dog, but its temperament has also made it the third- most popular family dog breed (by registration) in the United States,*[3] the fifth-most popular in Australia,*[4] and the eighth-most popular in the United Kingdom.*[5] Golden Retrievers are rarely choosy eaters, but require ample exercise (of two or more hours a day).*[6] The breed is fond of play but also highly trainable.
15.1 Characteristics
The Golden Retriever is a large, strongly built breed with a dense, water-repellant wavy coat.*[7] As a dog with origins in pedigree breeding, and due to its widespread historical popularity, some regional variations have emerged in the breed; therefore, the three subtypes of the Golden Retriever reflect the typical variations in dimensions and coat. However, all Golden Retrievers are blonde, yellow, or gold in colour and all subtypes are susceptible to the same health problems.*[8] Golden Retrievers also are very smart dogs that are loyal and friendly to their caregivers.
15.1.1 British type
British-type Golden Retrievers are prevalent throughout Europe and Australia,*[9] and are distinguished from the North American lines by the official breed standards. The muzzle of the British dog is wider and shorter, and its forehead is blockier. Its legs are shorter, its chest is deeper, and its tail is slightly shorter. Due to these features, a British type usually weighs more than an American or Canadian. Males stand between 56 and 61 cm (22 and 24 in) at the withers; females are slightly shorter, between 51 and 56 cm (20 and 22 in). Acceptable or expected weights are not specified in the UK standard, but the Kennel Club standard calls for a level topline and straight hindquarters without the slight rear angulation found in American lines.*[10]*[11] The eyes of the British type are noted for their roundness and darkness, which is in contrast to the triangular or slanted composition of their American counterparts. A Golden Retriever of British breeding can have a coat colour of any shade of gold or cream; red or mahogany are not permitted. Originally, cream was an unacceptable colour in the UK standard, but the standard was revised in 1936 to include cream. At the time of this revision, the exclusion of cream
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The Golden Retriever was first bred in Scotland. British-type Golden Retrievers are stockier than North American varieties, with thick coats and larger weights. as a colour was agreed to as a mistake, as the original“yellow”retrievers of the 19th century were actually lighter in colour than was permitted by the standards used before 1936. As with American lines, white is an unacceptable colour in the show ring.*[12] The British Kennel Club standard is used in all countries except the USA and Canada.*[11] Golden Retrievers have muscular bodies with great endurance, owing to their origins as hunting and gundogs.
15.1.2 American type
American Golden Retrievers are taller than the British type, but retain its thick coat. The American Goldens are lankier and less stocky than British types. Males stand between 23 and 24 in (58 and 61 cm) in height at the withers; females are 21.5 to 22.5 in (55 to 57 cm) tall. Their coats are dense and water-repellent, and occur in various shades of lustrous gold with moderate feathering. When trotting, they have a free, smooth, powerful, and well- coordinated gait; as the dog runs, its feet converge towards the center of the line of balance.*[13] The American standard also makes requirements about the proportion, substance, head and skull, neck, body, topline, forequarters, and hindquarters; in these respects, the American-type Retriever is the same as Golden Retrievers that conform to other national standards. American breeders of Golden Retrievers sometimes import their dogs from Britain to take advantage of the temperament and appearance of the British types.
15.1.3 Canadian type
The Canadian Golden Retriever has a thinner and darker coat and stands taller than other varieties. As with American Golden Retrievers, Canadians are often taller and leaner than their British counterparts.
15.1.4 Coat and colour
As indicated by their name, their coats occur in light golden to dark golden colours. The topcoat is water-resistant and slightly wavy, and sheds in small amounts throughout the year. The undercoat is soft and keeps the retriever cool in summer and warm in winter; it sheds in the spring and fall.*[14] It usually lies flat against the belly. The Golden's coat should never be too long, as this may prove to be a disservice to it in the field, especially when retrieving game.*[13] 66 CHAPTER 15. GOLDEN RETRIEVER
American Golden Retriever
Canadian Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers have mild feathering on the backs of their fore legs and heaver feathering on the fronts of their necks, backs of their thighs and the bottoms of their tails.*[2] 15.1. CHARACTERISTICS 67
The American Kennel Club (AKC) standard states the coat is a“rich, lustrous golden of various shades”, disallowing extremely light or extremely dark coats. This leaves the outer ranges of coat colour up to a judge's discretion when competing in conformation shows. Therefore, “pure white”and “red”are unacceptable, as is black.*[12] The Kennel Club (UK) also permits cream as an acceptable coat colour.*[10] Judges may also disallow Goldens with pink noses, or those lacking pigment. The Golden's coat can also bea mahogany, referred to as“redhead”, although this is not accepted in the British show ring.*[10] As a Golden grows older, its coat can become darker or lighter, along with a noticeable whitening of the fur on and around the muzzle. Puppy coats are usually much lighter than their adult coats, but a puppy with darker ear tips may indicate a darker adult color.
• Golden Retrievers vary in colour, with a fair-haired dog shown here beside a mahogany one • The coat is “rich, lustrous golden of various shades” • A four-month-old white golden retriever • A light golden puppy • A dark golden coat
15.1.5 Temperament
The Golden Retriever is instinctively fond of swimming, owing to its history as a game retriever.
The temperament of the Golden Retriever is a hallmark of the breed, and is described in the standard as “kindly, friendly and confident”.*[10] Golden Retrievers make good family pets, particularly as they are patient with chil- dren.*[2] They are not “one-man dogs”and are generally equally amiable with both strangers and those familiar to them.*[15] Their trusting, gentle disposition makes them a poor guard dog.*[16] Any form of unprovoked aggression or hostility towards either people, dogs or other animals, whether in the show ring or community, is considered un- acceptable in a Golden Retriever and is not in keeping with the character of the breed, nor should a Golden Retriever be unduly timid or nervous.*[13]*[15] The typical Golden Retriever is calm, naturally intelligent and biddable, and with an exceptional eagerness to please. 68 CHAPTER 15. GOLDEN RETRIEVER
Golden Retrievers are also noted for their intelligence. The breed ranks fourth in Stanley Coren's The Intelligence of Dogs – following the Border Collie, Poodle, and German Shepherd – as one of the brightest dogs ranked by obedience-command trainability. Typical Golden Retrievers are active and fun-loving animals with the exceptionally patient demeanour befitting a dog bred to sit quietly for hours in a hunting blind. Adult Goldens love to work, and have a keen ability to focus on a given task. They will work until they collapse, so care should be taken to avoid overworking them. Other characteristics related to their hunting heritage are a size suited for scrambling in and out of boats and an inordinate love for water. Golden Retrievers are exceptionally trainable̶due to their intelligence, athleticism and desire to please their handlers̶and excel in obedience trials. They are also very competitive in agility and other performance events. Harsh training methods are unnecessary, as Golden Retrievers often respond very well to positive and upbeat training styles.*[17] Golden Retrievers are compatible with other dogs, cats, and most livestock. They are particularly valued for their high level of sociability towards people, calmness, and willingness to learn. Because of this, they are commonly used as guide dogs, mobility assistance dogs, and search and rescue dogs.
Newborn Golden Retriever puppies, shown here suckling: Golden Retriever litters typically contain five to 10 puppies.
15.2 Health and lifespan
The average lifespan for a Golden Retriever is about 11 to 12 years.*[18]*[19]*[20] They are susceptible to specific ailments, so should be taken to a veterinarian for yearly checkups. Golden Retrievers are known to have genetic disorders and other diseases. Hip dysplasia is common in the breed; when buying a puppy, the pedigree should be known and be examined by the OFA or by PennHIP for hip disease. Obesity is also common in the breed because Golden Retrievers love to eat. Puppies should eat about three cups of food a day and adults three to five cups, depending on the food and how active the dog is.*[14] 15.3. ACTIVITIES 69
Like most large breeds of dog, Goldens have an abundance of energy and require plenty of exercise. They excel at dog agility.
15.2.1 Common health problems
Cancer, the most common being hemangiosarcoma, followed by lymphosarcoma, mast cell tumour, and osteosarcoma, was the cause of death for 61.4% of American Goldens according to a 1998 health study conducted by the Golden Retriever Club of America, making it the breed's biggest killer.*[18] A 2004 survey by the UK Kennel Club puts this number at 38.8%.*[19] Although most puppies are screened for the disorders before being sold (by reputable breed- ers), hip and elbow dysplasia afflict one-fifth of dogs.*[21]*[22] Eye diseases are also possible in the breed; cataracts are the most common eye disease,*[21] but they can also be afflicted with progressive retinal atrophy, glaucoma, distichiasis,*[23] entropion,*[23] corneal dystrophy,*[23] and retinal dysplasia.*[23] They may suffer from heart disease, especially subvalvular aortic stenosis,*[21] and cardiomyopathy and joint dis- eases, including patella luxation, osteochondritis, panosteitis, and cruciate ligament rupture. In addition to the heavy shedding they experience (and their constant lighter shedding throughout the year), Golden Retrievers can suffer from skin diseases; the most prevalent skin problem is allergies (often leading to acute moist dermatitis or "hot spots"), with the most common allergy being to fleas.*[18] They can also suffer from seborrhoea, sebaceous adenitis, and self-inflicted lick granuloma. Haemophilia*[24] and Lyme disease is possible, although the latter is not typically detected until the dog reaches the late stages of kidney failure.
15.2.2 Grooming
Golden Retrievers require regular grooming and occasional baths.*[25] They should be groomed at least once a week, and every day during heavy shedding. They should be bathed every two months. Their coats shed somewhat during the year, but are known to shed profusely twice a year. They also need to have their ears cleaned regularly, or ear infections might occur. While shedding is unavoidable, frequent grooming (daily to weekly) lessens the amount of hair shed by the animal. Severe shedding resulting in bald patches can be indicative of stress or sickness. 70 CHAPTER 15. GOLDEN RETRIEVER
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A Golden Retriever dock jumping
15.3 Activities
The Golden Retriever's eagerness to please has made it a consistent, top performer in the obedience and agility rings. Its excellent swimming ability makes it proficient at dock jumping. A natural retrieving ability means it is also competitive in flyball and field trials.*[26] 15.4. ORIGINS AND HISTORY 71
The first three dogs ever to achieve the AKC Obedience Champion title were Golden Retrievers; the first of the three was a female named 'Ch. Moreland's Golden Tonka'.*[27] Since Golden Retrievers are so trainable, they are used for many important jobs, such as guide dogs for blind people, drug or bomb sniffing at airports, or helping to rescuing people from earthquakes and other natural disasters.*[14] This breed is also used in water rescue/lifesaving, along with the Leonberger, Newfoundland and Labrador Retriever dogs.*[28]
15.4 Origins and history
The Golden Retriever was originally bred in Scotland in the mid-19th century.*[1]*[26] At that time, wildfowl hunting was a popular sport for the wealthy Scottish elite, but the existing retriever breeds were inadequate for retrieving downed game from both water and land. Retrieving from both land and water was necessary because the hunting grounds of the time were pocketed with marshy ponds and rivers. Consequently, the best water spaniels were crossed with the existing retrievers, resulting in the establishment of the breed today known as the Golden Retriever.*[29] The Golden Retriever was first developed near Glen Affric in Scotland, at “Guisachan”, the highland estate of Dudley Marjoribanks, 1st Baron Tweedmouth.*[30] For many years, what breeds were originally crossed was disputed, but in 1952, the publication of Marjoribanks' breeding records from 1835 to 1890 dispelled the myth concerning the purchase of a whole troupe of Russian tracker sheepdogs from a visiting circus, instead it details a careful line- breeding program.*[26] Commonly, the breed is said to have originated from the Russian tracker.*[31]*[32] Improvements in guns during the 1800s resulted in more fowl being downed during hunts at greater distances and over increasingly difficult terrain, leading to more birds being lost in the field. Because of this improvement in firearms, a need for a specialist retriever arose, as training setter and pointer breeds in retrievals was found to be ineffective. Thus, work began on the breeding of the dog to fill this much-needed role.*[15] The original cross was of a yellow-coloured retriever, 'Nous', with a Tweed Water Spaniel female dog, 'Belle'.*[33] The Tweed Water Spaniel is now extinct, but was then common in the border country. Marjoribanks had purchased Nous in 1865 from an unregistered litter of otherwise black wavy-coated retriever pups. In 1868, this cross produced a litter that included four pups; these four became the basis of a breeding program which included the Irish Setter, the sandy-coloured Bloodhound, the St. John's water dog of Newfoundland, and two more wavy-coated black retrievers. The bloodline was also inbred and selected for trueness to Marjoribanks' idea of the ultimate hunting dog. His vision included a more vigorous and powerful dog than previous retrievers, one that would still be gentle and trainable. Russian sheepdogs are not mentioned in these records, nor are any other working dog breeds. The ancestry of the Golden Retriever is all sporting dogs, in line with Marjoribanks' goals. The Golden Retriever was active and powerful and had a gentle mouth for retrieving games while on hunts.*[2] Organisations other than clubs are dedicated to Golden Retrievers, such as breed-specific adoption sites. One such organisation is the Golden Retriever Club of Scotland, which in August 2013 assembled 222 Golden Retrievers at the historical home of the first Golden Retrievers.*[34]
15.4.1 In England
Golden Retrievers were first accepted for registration by The Kennel Club of England in 1903, as Flat Coats – Golden. They were first exhibited in 1908, and in 1911 were recognized as a breed referred to as Retriever (Golden and Yellow).
15.4.2 In the United States
It took another 14 years for the breed to be recognized in America, and in 1925, the American Kennel Club did so. In 1938, the Golden Retriever Club of America was founded.
15.4.3 In Canada
The Honourable Archie Marjoribanks took a Golden Retriever to Canada in 1881, and registered 'Lady' with the AKC in 1894. These are the first records of the breed in these two countries. The breed was first registered in Canada in 1927, and the Golden Retriever Club of Ontario (GRCO) was formed in 1958. The cofounders of the GRCO were 72 CHAPTER 15. GOLDEN RETRIEVER
Golden Retrievers were bred to retrieve, which has led to the soft mouth-grip it has today.
Cliff Drysdale, an Englishman who had brought over an English Golden, and Jutta Baker, daughter-in-law of Louis Baker, who owned Northland Kennels.*[35] The GCRO in later years expanded to become the Golden Retriever Club of Canada.
15.4.4 In Scotland
In July 2006, the Golden Retriever Club of Scotland organized a gathering of Golden Retriever enthusiasts at the ancestral home, Guisachan House. A photograph taken by photographer Lynn Kipps to commemorate the occasion captured 188 Golden Retrievers, so holds the record for most Golden Retrievers in one image.*[36] 15.5. REFERENCES 73
15.4.5 Notable dogs
Liberty, the presidential pet of President Gerald R. Ford,*[37] and Victory, the presidential pet of Ronald Rea- gan,*[38]*[39] were Golden Retrievers. The breed has also featured in a number of films and TV series, including the Air Bud film series, Full House, Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey and Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco, Fluke, Napoleon, Up, Pushing Daisies, The Drew Carey Show, and Cats & Dogs. Cash from The Fox and the Hound 2 was also a mix of this breed, as was Whopper from Pound Puppies.
15.5 References
[1] Sporting Breeds: Golden Retriever. Animal Forum.com. Retrieved on November 30, 2007.
[2] Dogs In Canada Annual Magazine (2010 issue)
[3] AKC Dog Registration Statistics. AKC.org Retrieved on July 20, 2011.
[4] “Pedigree Dogs Exposed – FAQ”. RSPCA Australia. Retrieved August 3, 2010.
[5] “Top twenty breeds in registration order for the years 2008 and 2009” (PDF). The Kennel Club. Retrieved August 1, 2010.
[6] The Kennel Club (2013). Breed information centre – Retriever (Golden). Retrieved on August 23, 2013.
[7]“Golden retriever”, 2003, in The Macmillan Encyclopedia, Macmillan Publishers Ltd, Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom.
[8] Golden Retrieverʼ2005, in Black's Veterinary Dictionary, A&C Black, London, United Kingdom.
[9] ANKC Golden Retriever standard. ANKC. Retrieved on December 16, 2007.
[10] KC Golden Retriever standard. UK Kennel Club. Retrieved on November 30, 2007.
[11] American and the British Golden Retrievers – the same breed? Brighton Goldens.com. Retrieved on December 8, 2007.
[12] White Golden Retrievers Golden Retriever Club of America. Retrieved on January 27, 2008.
[13] American Kennel Club website, breed standards – Golden Retriever. American Kennel Club. Retrieved on February 4, 2007.
[14] Golden Retrievers/by Brekka Hervey Larrew
[15] Golden Retriever Extended Breed Standard: Origin of the Breed. ANKC.org.au Retrieved on December 16, 2007.
[16] Canada's Guide to Dogs: Golden Retriever. Canadasguidetodogs.com Retrieved on December 17, 2007.
[17] Golden Retriever. www.fetchdog.com Retrieved on September 16, 2008.
[18] The Golden Retriever Club of America, National Health Survey: 1998–1999 (PDF). The Golden Retriever Foundation. Retrieved on February 4, 2007.
[19] “2004 Purebred Dog Health Survey for Golden Retrievers” (PDF). Kennel Club/British Small Animal Veterinary As- sociation. Retrieved August 4, 2010.
[20] oʼNeill, D. G.; Church, D. B.; McGreevy, P. D.; Thomson, P. C.; Brodbelt, D. C. (2013). “Longevity and mortality of owned dogs in England”. The Veterinary Journal. doi:10.1016/j.tvjl.2013.09.020.
[21] Acquiring a Golden Retriever. The Golden Retriever Club of America. Retrieved on February 4, 2007.
[22] “Orthopedic Foundation for Animals”. Offa.org. Retrieved December 10, 2011.
[23] Golden retriever. University of Prince Edward Island. Retrieved on February 4, 2007.
[24] Project Outline: Golden Retriever Hemophilia A Study 2004–2005. Golden Retriever Club of America. Retrieved on February 7, 2007.
[25] Dogs In Canada Magazine (2010 issue)
[26] Golden Retrievers: History. K9web.com. Retrieved on November 30, 2007. 74 CHAPTER 15. GOLDEN RETRIEVER
[27] Golden Retriever Did You Know? AKC.org. Retrieved on December 7, 2007.
[28] “Bonewatch: The doggy lifeguards that leap from helicopters to save stranded swimmers”. Daily Mail (London). August 27, 2010. Retrieved January 15, 2011.
[29] A Spot-it Guide to Dogs/by Mary Ross
[30] Baldwin, Lorna (August 7, 2013) Golden Retrievers Go Homeʼfor Gathering in Scottish Highlands Public Broadcasting System, Newshour, Retrieved July 4, 2014
[31]“A Complete Introduction to Golden Retrievers”, by Kerry V. Donnelly, p. 14
[32]“The guide to owning a golden retriever”, by Joanne P. Huxley, p. 2
[33] Golden Retrievers: Everything You Need To know. goldenretriever-dog.com
[34] Kloster, Ulla (August 13, 2013). “101 dalmatians? They've got nothing on us: 222 golden retrievers gather outside the Highland house where they originate”. Daily Mail (London).
[35] History. Golden Retriever Club of America. Cool Retrieved on February 4, 2007.
[36] “Golden Retriever Club of Scotland”. Retrieved December 22, 2012.
[37] Remarks at a Dinner Honoring William W. Scranton in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - The American Presidency Project at UCSB
[38] Stanley Coren, Why Does My Dog Act That Way?, Simon and Schuster, 2007, ISBN 0-7432-7707-4. pp 6.
[39] Stanley Coren, Why We Love the Dogs We Do: How to Find the Dog That Matches Your Personality, Simon and Schuster, 2000, ISBN 0-684-85502-X. pp. 5.
15.6 External links
• Golden Retriever at DMOZ Chapter 16
Gordon Setter
The Gordon Setter is a large breed of dog, a member of the setter family that also includes both the better-known Irish Setter and the English Setter. Setter breeds are classified as members of either the Sporting or Gundog Group depending on the national kennel club or council. The original purpose of the breed was to hunt gamebirds. Their quarry in the United Kingdom, may be partridge or grouse, pheasant, ptarmigan, blackgame, snipe or woodcock: whilst overseas bird dogs are worked on quail, willow grouse, sand grouse, guinea fowl, sagehen, francolin and any other bird that will sit to a dog - that is to say, will attempt to avoid a potential predator by concealment rather than by taking to the wing at the first sign of danger. It is this combination of a bird that will sit fast in front of a dog that will remain on point that makes bird dog work possible.
16.1 Description
16.1.1 Appearance
Gordon setters, also known as "black and tans,”have a coal-black coat with distinctive markings of a rich chestnut or mahogany colour on their paws and lower legs, vents, throat, and muzzles; one spot above each eye; and two spots on their chest. A small amount of white is allowed on the chest. Although uncommon, red Gordons are occasionally born to normal-coloured parents, the result of expression of a recessive red gene. Predominantly tan, red, or buff dogs are ineligible for showing. A Gordon's coat is straight or slightly waved (but not curly), long and silky, with chest, stomach, ear, leg, and tail feathering. According to the AKC breed standard,“the bearing is intelligent, noble, and dignified.”They are the heaviest of the setter breeds, with males reaching 27 inches (69 cm) at the withers and up to 80 pounds (36 kg) in weight.
16.1.2 Temperament
The AKC describes the Gordon Setter temperament as “alert, interested, and confident. He is fearless and willing, intelligent, and capable. He is loyal and affectionate, and strong-minded enough to stand the rigors of training.” Gordons are intensely loyal to their owners; thrive in an attentive, loving environment; and are good family dogs. Puppies and adult dogs can be quite boisterous, and although they are patient by nature, may not be suitable for households with very young children. Gordons are sensitive and empathic, eager to learn, and need firm but gentle handling. Early socialisation and obedience training is important. They are known as great talkers. The breed is one of the slowest to mature, not hitting prime until three years of age or more, and will show puppy-like characteristics well into their older years. Gordons were bred to run, and require 60 to 80 minutes of vigorous exercise daily. Young dogs should not be over- exercised or begin agility training until they are at least 18 months old, to avoid joint problems later in life. Because of their hunting instincts, Gordons should not be allowed to roam freely if unsupervised, as they are apt to wander into a potentially dangerous traffic situation while following a scent.
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Gordon Setter
16.2 Health
Although not as prone to hip dysplasia as many of the larger breeds, Gordons can suffer from the condition. Other health issues can include hypothyroidism, gastric torsion (bloat) and eye diseases such as progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), and cataracts. Life expectancy for the breed is generally about 10 to 12 years.*[1] At the beginning of 2009, a report was issued to all of the Breed Clubs in the UK concerning cases of late onset PRA in Gordon Setters. On March 14, 2011, Animal Health Trust (AHT) made a DNA test available.*[2] The mutation is termed rcd4 (for rod-cone degeneration 4) to distinguish it from other, previously described forms of rod-cone degeneration. It is recessive, and 19 out of the 21 Gordons in their study who had clinical signs of PRA were homozygous for this mutation, indicating it is the major cause of PRA in the breed. 16.3. HISTORY 77
Gordon Setter running
As many as 50% of Gordon Setters may be carriers.*[2]
16.3 History
16.3.1 Origins
Domesticated Dogs Finding Their Game By Scent, But Not Killing It, Being Chiefly Used In Aid Of The Gun. The Dog In Health & Disease - Longmans, Green & Co 1859 This is the title of the chapter covering pointers and setters in Stonehenge's work on dogs published around a hundred and fifty years ago. The term 'Gun Dogs' would pretty well cover all the dogs described in the chapter. Many of the gun dogs described by Stonehenge are no longer to be found in the United Kingdom or have been absorbed into one of the other breeds. The Russian Setter, the Welsh Setter, Northern Irish Water Spaniel, Southern Irish Water Spaniel and English Water Spaniel, the Spanish Pointer and the Portuguese Pointer have all disappeared in the past hundred and fifty years, and the pictures of some of the breeds that are still with us show considerable differences to the breed as we see them today. Edward Laverick wrote in The Setter, published in 1872: 'the setter is but an improved spaniel'; while the Rev Pearce in The Dog, published in the same year, said, 'he is a direct descendant of the Spaniel: “a Setting Spaniel”was the first Setter'. Since then this is the generally agreed with conclusion that the Setter was primarily derived from the old Land Spaniel, so called so as to distinguish it from the Water Spaniel. It is however likely that outside crosses with Hounds or Pointers did influence its development. William Taplin in The Sportsman's Cabinet (1803–04) maintained that it was 'originally produced by a commixture between the Spanish pointer and the larger breed of the English spaniel'. We now really need not to go back to the Spaniel and its specialised development into the setting-dog, as it was called, and can be found in the work by the famous French sportsman, Gaston de Foix, Vicomte de Béarn (1331–91), who it is said owned about 1500 dogs 'brought from all countries of Europe' and was known as 'Gaston Phèbus' owing to his love for the chase. This work is called Livre de Chasse or Miroir de Phèbus, and was started in 1387. This work was the bases of The Master of Game written between 1406 and 1413 by Edward III's grandson, Edward, second Duke of York, who acknowledged his debt to de Foix. Below is the main passage referring to the Spaniel and the Setting-dog, as republished in 1904: 'Another kind of dog is that is called falcon-dog or spaniel [espaignols in the French original] 78 CHAPTER 16. GORDON SETTER
Gordon Setter 16.3. HISTORY 79
because it comes from Spain, notwithstanding that there are many in other countries.... 'A good spaniel should not be too rough, though his tail should be rough. The good qualities that such a dogs are these: They love well their masters and follow them without losing, although they be in a great crowd of men, and commonly they go before their master, running and wagging their tail, and raise or start fowl and wild beasts. But their right craft is of the partridge and of the quail. It is good for a man that has a noble goshawk, or a tierecel, or a sparrowhawk for the partridges to have such dogs; and also, when they are taught to be couchers (chiens couchants in the original French - ed.), they are good for taking partridge and quail with the net...' (Baillie-Grohman, p66). The modern Gordon Setter is a predominantly black dog with rich tan marking on the muzzle, legs and chest. A little bigger and heavier than either the Irish or English, he is nevertheless descended from the same genetic mixing pot, which undoubtedly has its origins among those setting spaniels we met earlier. The Kennel Club applied the name 'Gordon Setter' to the breed in 1924. Before that they were known as black and tan setters, and were found in many kennels beside those of the Alexander Gordon, 4th Duke of Gordon (1743–1827). Indeed, as we shall see, there is plenty of evidence that the majority of the setters at Gordon Castle during the Duke's time were tri-coloured rather than pure black and tan. The breed was brought to the United States by George Blunt and Daniel Webster in 1842, with the purchase of two dogs named Rake and Rachel from the Duke's kennels. The American Kennel Club officially recognised the breed in 1892.*[3]
16.3.2 Breed development
The Gordon Setter as a Gundog in the United Kingdom
Among the many changes which took place in sport and country affairs during the last century where those concerned with the method of shooting and consequent role of the gundog. These changes were accelerated after the Second World War, prior to which there were many dogging moorsʼin the north of the UK, especially in Scotland. Walking up game became largely superseded by driving and field-craft by marksmanship. The function of the gundog was as a result limited to the recovery of dead or wounded birds and – in the age of specialisation – this meant that the Labrador Retriever came to the forefront while the number of working Pointers and Setters declined year after year. Besides the modernisation of the style of shooting and the work required of gundogs, the situation was altered by the new developments that also took place in farming, which helped to bring about a marked reduction in the partridge population. This came about with the introduction of modernisation such as early cutting of silage, the use of fast-moving mechanical equipment, the burning or ploughing of stubble-fields soon after harvest, the destruction of hedgerows and the use of chemical sprays for weed-killing. The hedgerows had provided shelter and nesting sites; the weeds and other herbage supplied food and cover; whilst the stubble-fields had been a primary source of winter food; so the partridges were deprived of some important assets, whilst the wide use of chemicals on the land exercised a direct harmful effect. It will be obvious to the reader that these changes significantly affected the status of Setters and Pointers, not least that of the Gordon. Though often used as a general purpose gundog, the Gordon Setter is essentially a wide-ranging dog employed in the UK to locate red grouse and ptarmigan on the Scottish or North of England moors and partridges on the stubble-fields of the south of England. Up to the late 1930s most Gordons were kept for this type of work, so that the majority were to be found in Scotland and the north of England; but now they are more evenly distributed and there are no large working kennels. The function of the Setter is well summarised by Captain Blaine as follows: The work required of the setter and pointer differs from that of all other breeds of dog. It is their business to range and hunt independently for game, at a distance from the sportsman, using their own initiative and intelligence to find it, and having done so, to remain staunchly “on point”awaiting his approach. They must search for the body, and not for the foot scent, and be able to maintain a fast steady gallop for long periods without fatigue. For the purpose a dog should have independence of character, speed, endurance, and a sensitive nose, combined with natural ability for hunting the terrain, in the best method of finding gameʼ(Croxton Smith, 1932, p70). Only one Gordon Setter has achieved the title of Dual Champion since the second World War. This was a bitch whose registered name was Amscot Irresista Belle; her pet name was Trisca.*[4]*[5] The Kennel Club regulations state this title can only be claimed by dogs who have achieved the title of Show Champion and Field Trial Champion.*[6] Perhaps one of the best descriptions of the Setter at work in the field is a poem by the poet William Somerville (1675–1742) in the following lines: 80 CHAPTER 16. GORDON SETTER