A dog is a man’s best friend and how! Loyal, cute, cuddly and extremely loving, dogs are a delight to have as pets. Pet dogs give us that sense of completion with their unending love that goes unspoken but is felt from the heart. No matter the kind of dog breed, puppies are always adorable and a bundle of joy to have around the house. Mischievous but with a streak of innocence, pups need a whole lot of love and care. For all the dog lovers, let’s take a look at puppy growth and developmental phases.
Puppy Growth and Developmental Phases: 0-2 weeks: This is the time when the tiny pups are completely dependant upon their mother. This is the most exciting time, when they are learning about bonding with their mother and trying to move around on their tiny legs.
2-4 weeks: Even at this stage, the puppy is dependant upon the mother. It’s eyes then open and it’s sense of smell and hearing begin to develop. At this puppy growth phase, they also learn how to stand and walk a little. A tiny woof may also be expressed sometimes when the pup is in a playful mood. By the 4th week or the 5th week, the vision is fully developed for the pup.
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The American Bulldog is higher on the leg, more agile and swifter than its English counterpart. They are powerful, very muscular, athletic, sturdy dogs with a large, head and jaws. This breed is very strong, well boned, but agile and light on the feet. The chest is wide and the muscular neck tapers from shoulders to head, the neck may have a slight dewlap. The head is square and broad with muscular cheeks and the strong muzzle is shaped like a box. Uncropped ears are preferred in the American Bulldog Breeders Association Standard. Any eye color is permitted, but black eye rims are preferred on white dogs. The nose is black or grizzle, the lips should be loose. Continue Reading…
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The Beagle has charming, upbeat personality, admirable courage and stamina. It makes an excellent family pet, it is great with children and eager to romp and play. Like all scent hounds, Beagle is an independent breed and will always
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English Beagle
Height:
Dogs 14-16 inches (36-41cm)
Bitches 13-15 inches (33-38cm)
There are two height classes, 13-15 inches (33-38cm) and under 13 inches (33cm) Continue Reading…
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The Bloodhound is a large, massive, powerful dog breed with loose, wrinkled skin and drooping ears. It stands over more ground than is usual with hounds of other breeds. Its skin is thin and extremely loose. The Bloodhound is a gentle dog breed; it does well with children and family pets. Its expression is noble and dignified. This dog breed has an outstanding ability as a scent hound, superior to other hound, which has made the Bloodhound very useful in police investigations. Its back is extraordinarily strong for the dog’s size. Its powerful shoulders allow the dog to work for long hours without a break. It has a tenancy to drool, but is otherwise a very clean dog. Continue Reading…
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The Bobtail is a large, squarely proportioned, agile dog with a profuse shaggy coat. The body is stocky, well balanced and muscular. It is a strong, compact-looking dog of great symmetry. All round it is a thickset, muscular, able-bodied dog, with a most intelligent expression, free of all Poodle or Deerhound character. The sum of these qualities, combined with its agility, make it able to meet the tasks required of a shepherd’s or drover’s dog. Other names:
Old English Sheepdog Height:
Dogs 22-24 inches (56-61cm.)
Bitches 20-22 inches (51cm.) Weight:
Dogs from 65 pounds (29kg.)
Bitches from 60 pounds (27kg.)
Some can grow to over 100 pounds (45kg.) Temperament:
The Bobtail is friendly, intelligent, faithful and protective. Several generations ago, this breed was described as fierce and untrustworthy, but its characteristics have long since disappeared. It is even-tempered and adaptable. Continue Reading…
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