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American Pit Bull Terrier: This canine product of the American melting pot is a true success story, a bulldog-terrier cross that made its way out of the fighting pits and into the hearts of dog lovers. More >> |
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Papillon: Its beautiful, butterfly-like ears give the Papillon its name. A white blaze running up the center of the forehead is preferred and further enhances the butterfly look. More >> |
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Parson Russell Terrier: Descendants of the pre-1900 Fox Terrier, Parson Russell Terriers are cyclones in dog form. Rev. John Russell of Devonshire, England, originally bred these extremely active and smart working terriers in the mid- to late-1800s. More >> |
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Patterdale Terrier: Avid terrier people in Yorkshire and the Lake District breed strictly working stock, generally referred to as fell terriers. As is common with working dogs, they show physical variation, because mating is based only on working qualities and gameness. More >> |
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Pekingese: For centuries, ownership of the Pekingese was restricted to members of the Chinese imperial court. Venerated as good luck charms, the elegant little lion dogs lived a pampered existence and were not seen outside their country of origin until after 1860. More >> |
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Even without much of a tail, the Pembroke Corgi boldly expresses its affection and interest in people. This is a smart house dog whose alert and vigilant nature makes it a fine family companion and watchdog. More >> |
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Peruvian Inca Orchid: The Peruvian Inca Orchid (PIO) is an ancient breed (a.k.a. Perro sin pello del Peru) believed to have originated in Asia. The Peruvian Inca Orchid has a nature as beautiful as its name. Tranquil and intelligent, this striking hairless breed radiates warmth. More >> |
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Don't try to pronounce the name; just call this shaggy scenthound the PBGV. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen has long been a popular hound in France, its country of origin. It is the smallest of four breeds of rough-coated French hounds. More >> |
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Pharaoh Hound: This is the only breed that blushes. When the Pharaoh Hound is happy or excited, its nose and ears turn a deep rose color. More >> |
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Plott Hound: One of the oldest breeds of hunting hounds in this country is the Plott Hound. The origin of this unique breed dates back to 1750 when Johnathan Plott immigrated to the United States from Germany. Plott brought hounds with him that had been bred in Europe for the purpose of chasing wild boar. More >> |
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