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Powerful, intelligent and balanced - these are the characteristics of the German Boxer. This puts the powerhouse in seventh place on the German popularity scale. And there are good reasons for this. The Boxer is very versatile. He is excellently suited as a family dog as well as for canine sports. In addition, he enjoyed great popularity as a service dog for a long time. As with many "old" breeds, there was a time when the Boxer was very rarely seen. Today, the number of Boxer living in Germany is constantly increasing again. However, the new home of the "German" Boxer lies in the south. The best stud dogs come at present from Portugal, Spain and Italy.

The German Boxer and its nature

The boxer is known for his calm and balance. He is highly self-confident and has strong nerves, which often leads to a certain stubbornness. However, he is usually very easy to judge by his owner, because his facial expression speaks volumes. But even though this reveals a lot about him and makes him transparent, a consistent upbringing is very important for him. He is very reserved towards strangers. He loves his family and is accordingly attached to all the people he has in contact with. If it comes to an emergency, he will not hesitate to do everything to defend them. His popularity as a family dog can be explained by his patient nature towards children. If you want to bring a boxer to your home, you should be aware that this is a very sporty dog. These animals want to be kept busy. They are eager to move and also expect mental workload. In addition, the boxer loves entertainment and remains playful until old age. The boxer sees himself as a member of the family and as such wishes to have time with his family. He is not suitable for staying at home alone for a long time. Likewise he is by no means a dog for kennel keeping.

The historical background of the German Boxer

The Boxer is a dog with a long history. The Brabanter Bullenbeißer is regarded as the ancestor of the present Boxer. These extremely powerful dogs were used in the Middle Ages for hunting bears or wild boars. They had the task to grab tracked down game and hold it until the hunter arrived. Important for this was the wide mouth with just as wide teeth. With the development of firearms the dogs lost their field of activity. From now on, the animals were set on bears, bulls or other big animals. This form of the animal-fight was extremely popular particularly in England in the 16. and 17. century. In the 19th century, the Brabant bull biter was crossed with the bulldog. The German Boxer was born. In 1895 the first "Boxer Club" was founded in Munich. The first breed standards followed in 1905 and a revision of the standards around 1920 excluded the colors spotted, white and black. Since 1998 the formerly common cropping of ears and tail is forbidden. The German Boxer is a dog breed recognized by the FCI (Fédération Cyologique internationale - the world organization of cynology). He is listed under FCI Group 2 Section 2.1, Standard No. 144, Molossian and Great Dane dogs.

The appearance of the German Boxer

The German Boxer has a sturdy and powerful stature with strong bones and very distinctive musculature. This dog presents itself wiry and massive. Its fur is short, smooth and lying close. The color should be solid or brindle, whereby all shades from light yellow to dark cherry red are permitted. If the dog is brindle, the dark stripes must show a clear contrast to the ground color. White markings may cover up to one third of the surface. The height to the withers should correspond to the length of the body and the head must be in optimal proportion to the body. The muzzle is broad. Typical for the Boxer is the dark mask. The slender and angular skull shows a black, broad nose. Strong, long and far apart standing fangs are in an equally strong muzzle. The lower jaw, that clearly towers above the upper jaw, is prominent. The German boxer therefore has a pre-bite with that however the lips must lie on top of each other. The eyes are dark with equally dark eyelid edges and must be neither too small nor too large. The ears are set relatively high on the side of the upper head. They fall forward and hang down to the cheek. The tail is also set high. Both tail and ears must be natural. Docking is forbidden since some years.

What demands does the German boxer make?

Boxers are very active and enterprising animals. If you want a satisfied and busy boxer, you have to do a lot to achieve this. This dog demands movement. Long walks and extensive play units are essential for the boxer. He must be able to really work himself out. A garden in which he can play and romp is ideal. If he gets enough exercise, he is definitely a dog that also feels comfortable in an apartment. The boxer loves sports like agility, flyball or dog sports. But it is also easy to motivate him to dog dancing. But the boxer can also be kept busy with work. Boxers are excellent guard and protection dogs. Since 1924 the breed has been officially recognized as a service dog, but is hardly used for this purpose anymore. But the Boxer is also the ideal partner as a companion dog for the disabled, guide dog for the blind or therapy dog. These animals attach particular importance to their status as a full-fledged family member. The Boxder expects to be included as good as possible into the everyday life of his owners and loves to be with them always and everywhere. The Boxer does not have any special requirements in terms of coat care. His coat is smooth and short and only needs to be brushed to remove loose hair or dirt.

The perfect person for a German Boxer is ...

People who want to live with a boxer must be sporty in any case. A lot of exercise in the fresh air, no matter what the weather, should not be a deterrent. The boxer is happy to integrate into an existing family with children. Boxers are known for their infinite patience towards children. However, the boxer wants to be a full member of this family and a family trip or annual vacation should be with a dog. Boxers do not feel comfortable if they have to stay at home alone for a long time. People who work long hours every day and cannot take the animal with them are not good partners for the boxer.

The German Boxer and his health

Like all pedigree dogs, the Boxer can also suffer from typical diseases. As a relatively large dog, he has a disposition for hip joint dysplasia or HD for short. In addition, there is a risk of spondylarthrosis, which shows in the area of the spine, as well as osteochondrosis dissecans or OCD. This is a disease of the joints that is very painful. These diseases find attention in serious breeding programs. Apart from these diseases of the musculoskeletal system, German boxers have an increased risk of developing tumors, especially mast cell tumors. Boxers, like many short-nosed breeds, often suffer from brachycephaly. The targeted breeding of short skull, nose and lower jaw causes breathing difficulties. In some cases, brachycephalic respiratory distress syndrome occurs and surgical intervention becomes necessary.

Conclusion

People who like to move and want to have their four-legged friend by their side as often as possible find an excellent partner in the German Boxer. He will love to go through thick and thin with his owner. In an emergency, the boxer would go to extremes to protect his owner. But this characteristic also demands a special responsibility and a loving and consistent upbringing. When choosing the right animal, the health of the animal itself and its ancestors should definitely be taken into account, as it is prone to genetic diseases. If these points are observed, the boxer will be a loyal companion.

 

The Cocker Spaniel and his nature

Not without reason the Cocker Spaniel is one of the most popular dogs in Germany. As a family dog he is an ideal companion with a very friendly nature. He is spirited and cheerful. However, he can also show a certain stubbornness from time to time. The Cocker Spaniel is a very adaptable dog who loves to play. Its practical size makes it an excellent companion. But the hunting fever is still in the Cocker Spaniel and so he needs regular and extensive activity. He has a great urge to move and simple walks are not enough for him. However, he likes to be animated to retrieve or to swim. If you are looking for a passionate hunting companion, you will find in the Cocker Spaniel a dog with intelligence and enthusiasm for rummaging. It pursues traces intrepidly, even if it must go for it through dense bushes or into the water. The Cocker Spaniel learns quickly and gladly and is interested in everything new. If it is used to full capacity, it is always in a good mood and gives a lot of pleasure to its family.

The Cocker Spaniel and its historical background

Spaniels may already have existed for several centuries. Lore and artistic representations prove this fact. These dogs have always been companions for hunting and as such were called "Field Spaniels" in the last century. Only much later the terms "Springing Spaniel" and "Cocking Spaniel" were created. These names referred to the kind of the dog, to hunt. The Cocking Spaniel or today's Cocker Spaniel was bred especially for hunting the woodcock. Today's popular family dog is the result of elaborate and dedicated breeding. This happened mainly in England. Around the turn of the century the first dogs arrived in Germany. Predominantly the Cocker Spaniel was a hunting dog, which was used until the Second World War mainly as a rummaging dog. From the 1920s on, the Cocker Spaniel became established as a family dog, whose marriage lasted from about 1950 to 1970. At this time he even reached the top 10 of the most popular dog breeds in Germany, which he has not left until today. As a hunting dog, the Cocker Spaniel is still to be seen occasionally today. The official name of the dog is meanwhile "English Cocker Spaniel". The reason for this is the "American Cocker Spaniel" which is descended from the European original and is popular as a show dog in the USA.

The appearance of the Cocker Spaniel

With a size of about 40 centimeters, the Cocker Spaniel is one of the small dog breeds. He is compact and sporty built. From the ground to the withers it measures as much as from the withers to the base of the tail. The Cocker Spaniel therefore has a square build. A pronounced stop or forehead-heel and a square muzzle mark the head of the spaniel. The characteristic eyes are large and brown. Long and drooping ears are a special characteristic of the Cocker Spaniel. The tail is moderately long. The Kupieren was earlier generally usual. Today, however, it is allowed only with proven hunt-dogs. The fur of this dog is soft, silken, dense and long. The exception forms the head. Here, the coat is short. Therefore, the Cocker Spaniel belongs to the long-haired dog-races, that also require special care. In color the Cocker Spaniel offers a colorful repertoire. The most common is the solid redheaded spaniel. Single colored black or brown is just as possible as multicolored, moldy or pied.

What are the requirements of cocker spaniels?

The Cocker Spaniel is cheerful and gentle but also spirited and lively. It is affectionate and faithful to its humans. It is open and friendly to both humans and animals. Therefore he is the perfect family and companion dog. He adapts quickly and easily, but in any case he needs a consistent and loving education and clear guidance. As a dog with a pronounced hunting passion he can be very stubborn at times. If the hunting fever seizes him, the obedience is not seldom put out of force. He needs a lot of movement and mental workload. Sufficient run, retrieval games or dog sports are especially important for him, because the Cocker Spaniel tends to be overweight. Regular weight control and care with the food are also required. If this dog has enough occupation, it can also be kept in the apartment. Besides that the Cocker Spaniel needs extensive care. The fur must be brushed daily. Eyes and ears should be checked regularly and cleaned if necessary.

The perfect human for the Cocker Spaniel is...

As an extremely lively contemporary, this dog needs a lot of exercise and therefore also time. He is not a dog for comfortable people who like to spend their free time on the couch. If the Cocker Spaniel is not left out, it becomes fat, ponderous and very obstinate. He is rather a dog for sporty natures, who like to walk, ride a bike or go swimming with the dog. Since he needs a lot of care, this time has to be calculated into the daily routine. With children the Cocker Spaniel usually has no problems in any age group. Nevertheless, it must always be carefully considered whether the education of children and that of a Cocker Spaniel can really be well combined. It should always be remembered that the Cocker Spaniel will immediately notice and react if it is not receiving 100% attention.

The Cocker Spaniel and its health

Basically, the Cocker Spaniel is a very robust dog that can reach an age of about 12 to 15 years. However, there are some diseases that are typical for this breed. These include problems with the eyes, which make regular checks necessary. It can lead to hanging eyelid, roll-lid or even cataract, eye discharge or conjunctivitis. The ears of the Cocker Spaniel are also susceptible. It is prone to infections, mites or even deafness. In addition, its tendency to be overweight also predisposes it to diabetes. One of the cocker spaniel's own diseases is cocker fever. This is an unprovoked aggressiveness that occurs in attacks. The reasons for this disease are not fully understood. Again and again, however, an occurrence with the fur-color "golden" (red) is discussed.

Conclusion

Sporty people who are willing to train a dog consequently and lovingly will have a lot of fun with the Cocker Spaniel. He can integrate very well into an existing family, because he has no problem with children. Nevertheless, it must be weighed up well whether there is enough time for the dog besides raising children. In any case it should be considered that the Cocker Spaniel still has a passion for hunting. Under circumstances this behavior can become problematic and so one should be prepared for it at any time. Whoever enjoys sports with his new housemate, pays attention to his diet and learns to deal with his peculiarities, will find a loyal companion in the Cocker Spaniel.

The French Bulldog is on third place of the most popular dogs in Germany and rightly so. These small dogs with their massive appearance not only know how to captivate with their loving nature and their loyalty, they also turn out to be absolute clowns.

Their love to people and especially to children makes these little four-legged friends to absolutely perfect family dogs. With a weight of up to 14 kilos, the French Bulldog is an impressive appearance due to its small size, but it still knows how to impress with its loving, almost tender behavior towards its humans.

The French Bulldog is a surprisingly sporty representative, but is also very alert and has an enormous intelligence. The massive skull of the French Bulldog gets a truly cute expression through the large ears, which look like bat ears.

In different colors which range from fawn to brindle to black and brown, every lover of short-haired dogs will surely find his favorite here. Although the French Bulldog is considered to be rather sensitive to severe cold because of its short coat, it likes to travel with its human.

The French Bulldog and its nature

The essence of the French Bulldog can be described fundamentally in a few words.

•     Vigilant,
•     lovingly,
•     faithful,
•     sporty and
•     highly intelligent.
  

This dog loves to play the clown and is not only available for long walks and other sporting activities, but she also enjoys learning various tricks and does everything to make her humans happy.

Children are especially popular with these dogs and are not only devotedly amused but also strictly guarded. The French Bulldog is a dog that quickly finds its place within its human pack and keeps it.

Although it needs a little bit of consequence in the education which is due to its high degree of intelligence, it does not question the position of its human. This fact makes this little dog not only an optimal family dog but also a suitable dog for beginners.

Dear. Active and sporty, besides very intelligent and extremely playful. These are the attributes that characterize a French Bulldog, making it one of the most popular dogs.

The colors of the French Bulldog

The French Bulldog is not only loved and adored because of its nature, but also because of its coloring.  Who is interested in buying such a dog breed. should always keep in mind that these animals are bred in standard colors. Standard colors are breeding colors approved by the FCI. The following standard colors can be seen in a French Bulldog:

•     Brindle also described as brindle
•     Fawn also described as red (visually recognizable as brown)
•     Pied also pied or spotted

These are the typical colors, which are known and used by many dog breeders. Now, other color variations can be recognized in dog breeding. These are often defined as false colors.  According to the standard regulations these color combinations are however forbidden.

•     Chocolate also known as Choco
•     Black
•     Cream
•     Blue
•     Lilac-also known as lilac
•     Merle also known as marbled

If you want a purebred animal, you should pay attention to the colors and pattern when buying.

The historical background of the French Bulldog

This breed, which only found its recognition in the FCI in 1984, is counted among the small dog-like dogs. Although the name suggests it, the French Bulldog has its actual historical background in no way in France.

Rather it goes back to the old breed of the English Bulldog, the so-called Old English Bulldog, briefly called OEB. Also this breed enjoys great popularity today. Originally used for cruel dog fights, this breed was quasi reinvented after the prohibition of dog fights.

Now one attached great importance to dogs with a firm character, calm and comfortable, which did not show any aggression at all. Since now cute little and especially peaceful dogs were in demand, the so-called Toy Bulldog was finally created during new breeding attempts. This dog enjoyed fast growing popularity so that he found his followers also in France and Belgium.

The French first used this Toy Bulldog as a hunting dog, for which they crossed him with terriers to be able to use him as a so-called pack dog. Finally, it was the weavers and lace makers in Nottingham and East London, who in the early 19th century took on the targeted breeding of these small Bulldogs.

As more and more large lace factories opened in France, more and more bobbin lacemakers from England moved to France, where they also took their dogs and continued breeding there. This is how the name of the French Bulldog came into being, but in any case it had its origin in England.

At that time especially the animals with especially big bat ears were very popular and were traded accordingly high. Especially in America there were numerous followers of these dogs who were willing to pay up to 5000 dollars for these dogs already around 1900.

Although the French Bulldog was considered as a dog of the lower class and the simple people for a long time, it found its rise into the fine society by king Edward VII. At the end of the 19th century, King Edward VII had fallen in love with a French Bulldog, which he owned from then on and thus paved the way for the breed into higher society.

What demands does the French Bulldog make?

Actually, the French Bulldog is a rather frugal dog that likes to adapt to the circumstances. Nevertheless, these dogs naturally want to be kept busy. They are very agile and accordingly active.

This of course also requires a certain amount of physical activity from the animals. If this is given, then the French Bulldog feels quite well also in smaller apartments. However, she insists in any case on sufficient family connection and close contact to her humans.

Even if it is quite times willing to put back for the well-being of its humans in punkto movement, then it demands the physical proximity nevertheless vehemently.

She loves children and has a healthy waking instinct, which makes her a good guardian. Although the French Bulldog is foreign to sharpness, it nevertheless reports each intruder into its precinct and would defend and protect its humans in the case of doubt also up to the extreme.

So the French Bulldog is a very flexible dog which is a perfect family dog because of its love to people in general and children in particular and is also very suitable for inexperienced dog owners.

However, if you want to enjoy the ultimate fun in the snow even in winter, you should watch your dog well and if in doubt, buy him a winter dog coat, because these dogs tend to be sensitive to cold quickly due to their short and very thin fur. Here, however, an early hardening can show good effect.

The French Bulldog and its health

Basically, most breeding of the French Bulldog are counted to the so-called torture-breeding. They are considered as a brachycephalic breed and as such they often have breathing problems. This is due to their short nose, which is probably due to the crossbreeding with the pug.

Even if today there are repeated attempts to breed the breed to a healthy nose, which of course has a corresponding length, the flat nose is still the official standard of many breeding associations.

However, the French Bulldog also requires care with regard to the joints. Especially puppies and young dogs should be fed a protein-reduced diet, so that they do not grow too fast and the joints are not stressed even more.

Otherwise, the French Bulldog is in any case not a breed with numerous genetic defects. With good care and keeping it can reach an age of 14 to 15 years.

The perfect human for a French Bulldog is...

A loving family man, who is patient and has a healthy portion of consistency in the education of the dog.

He likes to be out in nature and is not too bad for any kind of prank. He appreciates a faithful and active companion at his side but also attaches great importance to cuddling hours on the couch.

In order to do justice to the French Bulldog, you should definitely come up with something new every now and then and surprise your dog with ever new adventures.

Water, however, is not necessarily the most popular element of the French Bulldog and swimming is not necessarily necessary. But of course in summer people like to splash around in shallow water and romp with the children.

The French Bulldog is also available for such fun. Otherwise this dog is happy about a calm and balanced as well as affectionate human appendix, at which he can orientate himself and which he can follow unconditionally.

Harness for French Bulldog: What other accessories do you need?

When choosing the appropriate accessories, it is not only about the French Bulldog harness, but also about the ideal collar and leash.

Always pay attention to the size adjustment and flexibility of these products. In addition, you should purchase the matching dog basket, a transport box or dog box for the car and sufficient grooming materials.

You do not need much more, except the ideal toy. But there you are left free hands.
Feeding the French Bulldog: the right food for the four-legged friend

If it is about the food of these animals, then it is important for the dog owner to know what these small dog breeds are allowed to eat. The French Bulldog is allowed to eat, among other things, the old appropriate wet food.

Of course the specially cooked dog food is still the best. But it depends on the quantities. Coarse 150 g of meat per day is completely within the normal range and does not seem to cause any further problems for the animal.  But this does not yet satisfy the appetite of these lovely animals. To me on the menu can stand.

•     75 g rice or noodles
•     75 g vegetables
•     Vitamins and minerals are to be given in addition
  

It is always to be paid attention to the fact that the feed quantities and also the feed quality are limited to the age and the possible health conditions. Always remember that an animal in puppy condition should eat less.

Buy a French Bulldog

If you would like to buy a French Bulldog, you can visit the French Bulldog breeder. There you will get an animal with appropriate papers and in a good state of health. But also pay attention to the colors of the Bulldogs at the French Bulldog Breeder.

In Germany alone up to 100 breeders are known. You can find out for example at the association for breeders and lovers of the French Bulldog. Normally a bitch gets up to 6 puppies which can cost between 1300 Euro and 1600 Euro in Germany.

Make sure that the breeder belongs to an appropriate club, so that you can be really sure that the animals are tested.

Conclusion

The French Bulldog is not without reason one of the most popular dogs at all. Her faithful devotion combined with her alert nature and her unconditional love for children make this dog a perfect companion for all circumstances.

Whatever the human being has fun with, the French Bulldog will enjoy it too. She is alert and extremely devoted to her human pack. Since she likes to subordinate herself easily and easily she is also a perfect beginner dog, who never misses an opportunity to play the clown and to amuse his humans with all kinds of nonsense.

Although she is not equipped with the best nose due to her physical conditions, she is nevertheless very docile and always available for tricks and tricks of all kinds.

In short, the French Bulldog is the perfect companion for everyone, whether family or single, beginner or professional. With this dog everybody gets his money's worth.

In addition there is the extremely simple coat care, an extensive brushing is not necessary and also the coat change itself is so minimal with this breed that one hardly notices it.

There is probably no other breed of dog that is as controversial as the dachshund (ok, maybe the pug). Once a popular fashion dog, despite the fact that he is ranked 9th among the most popular German dog breeds, the birth numbers of puppies have drastically decreased.

However, if you have once devoted yourself to a dachshund, you will hold on to this wonderful breed. Similarly as it is the case with the Spitz, these dogs were always discredited as yapper and biter.

For a long time, the dachshund was even regarded in certain circles as a sneaky coward who bites out of fear. All nonsense. The dachshund is an absolutely great dog, which is slowly becoming as appreciated as it deserves.

He can still be used excellently for hunting, but he also gains more importance again as a family dog, which is nice, because he is also very well suited for hunting.

But also for older people the dachshund has proven to be a perfect companion. As a hunting dog in the true sense of the word, he still wants to run, but he can also get used to less exercise and above all he is also very suitable for keeping in an apartment.

The nature of the dachshund

The dachshund is a hunting dog through and through. Nevertheless he is very intelligent and quickly understands what his humans expect from him. He is a loving companion who goes through thick and thin for his humans and with them and stands by their side faithfully for a dachshund life.

Unfortunately this breed is often completely underestimated. A dachshund is not only faithful, he also learns very fast and above all very gladly.  So you can teach him also very easy different tricks.

Especially in contact with children he is very affectionate and likes to subordinate himself to them. He likes to be stroked and depending on the species he enjoys as a longhaired dachshund also the regular grooming intensively.

Despite its short legs, the dachshund is a relatively athletic dog, who likes to be in nature, but who is also quite content with less exercise, if his humans devote enough time to him otherwise.

The historical background of the dachshund

the dachshund, that is called also dachshund in hunt-circles and by experts, was originally bred purely for the hunt. With its short legs and the narrow breast, this dog was optimally suitable in order to hunt in the buildings of badgers and the like more. This has of course also manifested itself in the breed standard.

Historically seen the dachshund, as we know it today, goes back to the Bracken. Already around the year 1500, the bracken, which was frequently used at that time, was bred specifically. If one assumes that those dogs are the ancestors of the dachshunds, then the history of the dachshunds can be traced back to the time of the Celts and thus goes back more than 2000 years.

Already in the Middle Ages, the so-called Celtic Bracken, which are still recognized as the foundation dogs of dachshund breeding, are said to have been specifically bred in the direction of the present form.

They were already used there for the hunt for fox and Co. With the increasing of the hunt-development on the different constructions of the badgers and other construction-inhabitants, also a further selection took place with regard to even shorter legs and an even narrower physique, that should facilitate both the entrance into the construction and the hunt in selbigen for the dogs.

This selective breeding for the appropriate hunting qualities brought however also an ever increasing self-confidence of the dogs with itself. For this reason, their popularity decreased in the later course of time again and again.

It was important for the dachshunds to be self-confident and courageous. In the Dachsbau they had to decide for themselves what to do and could not rely on being led and guided by their humans. For the hunters it was great to have such an independent dog that also hunted successfully.

However, over the centuries this targeted breeding also led more and more to the dachshund becoming a dog that had to bind itself less and less to its human. Although today dachshunds are also bred from non-hunting lines, this genetic basis remains.

The first breed characteristics for the dachshund as we know it today, however, were created only amazingly late, namely in 1879. The first German Dachshund Club, however, was already founded in 1888, at that time under the leadership of two special lovers of this breed, Klaus Graf Hahn and Dr. Emil Illgner.

This German dachshund club still exists today, and now has over 25,000 members. It was not until the 19th century that the dachshund became a household name beyond the German borders, not least because of Queen Victoria, who came to the dogs through her grandson, the German Emperor Wilhelm II, and quickly learned to love them.

Today, the dachshund enjoys great popularity again, although it is now soon more appreciated and bred in the Asian region than is the case here in Germany.

What demands does a dachshund make

A dachshund wants to be led and consequently educated. Although it feels almost most comfortable on the hunt and at comparable work, it has also become more and more a balanced family dog, which does not immediately, but probably after some time binds itself to its owner.

Nevertheless, the intelligence of the dachshund should not be underestimated, nor should his almost excessive self-confidence. The latter leads especially in the area of the social-behavior under Artgenossen and bigger dogs opposite again and again to problems.

The dachshund is equipped with sufficient courage, so that he fearlessly stands in the way of really big dogs and is not averse to attack them when it comes to his mind.

For this reason, it is also especially important to show the dachshund from an early age where his limits are and who is in charge of this human dog pack. Once this fundamental question has been clarified, the dachshund will gladly submit and impress with its unconditional loyalty and courage. Although he does not necessarily belong to those dogs that seek permanent physical contact.

The dachshund and its health

As with so many other dog breeds, the dachshund also brings with it some particularly breed-typical illnesses. Beside the typical dachshund paralysis, which is not only true for the dachshund but for many short-legged and bow-legged dog breeds.

Besides that, diseases of the eyes are of course not uncommon. Likewise also various skin diseases and also epilepsy occur again and again. The Cushing's syndrome is also very common.

If, however, great importance is attached to a careful selection of the parents when breeding these dogs, then you will get a robust dachshund with a firm temperament, which also has a correspondingly high life expectancy of over 10 years.

Even though the dachshund may appear a bit fragile, he is still a robust and pithy dog, who will go out the door even in case of wounds and weather and who does not shy away from any challenge, because of his little dachshund heart.

Three dachshund puppies

Dachshund Types: Dachshund Mix or the Dachshund Mongrel

The dachshund is a breed of dog that attracts supporters and skeptics alike. Some like this small breed with the short legs and the pride. Others again must think of janitor Krause, if they see the dog race.

The dachshund has of course its peculiarities and must be educated accordingly. Above all because the small quadrupeds can be really stubborn contemporaries.

A typical dachshund cannot be named, because the animals occur in unbelievable many variations. Very popular: the Dachshund Mix or the Dachshund Mongrel!

Therefore, the dachshund is distinguished more through its fur-colors and through the structure of the fur.

•     Short-hair dachshund: Characterized by short and lying close fur. The typical dachshund, because one usually knows. The fur is hard and solid.
•     Long-haired Dachshund: It looks especially noble. The fur is silky, long and shiny.
•     Rough-haired dachshund: It is the shaggy companion under the dachshunds. This dachshund type has a thick undercoat, which is very dense. The overcoat is hard and firm.
  

But these are not the only differences you can see in a dachshund. Also the fur-colors can be distinguished. The following colors are to be found among others with the dachshund types:

•     Light colored to dark up-colored
•     Dürrlaubfarben
•     Monochrome red, red yellow, yellow
•     Two-tone black or brown with brand
•     Spotted
•     Tigered/Tromed
  

White coat colors are not desired in this breed and are therefore not considered in breeding. In Germany, the tabby form is little widespread within the dachshund-breeding. However, more and more lovers of this dachshund-form are found, that slowly possess a big demand also in Germany.
Buy a dachshund: Where to find the dachshund breeder
Buy a dachshund: Where to find the dachshund breeder

You can buy the dachshund puppies from a breeder, if you wish. You should absolutely rely on German breeders. They do not only pay attention to the breeding conditions, but also to the color regulations. If you want to decide for a dachshund breeder, you will not only get animals suitable for breeding, but also dachshunds, which have all vaccinations accordingly.

The accessories for the happy dachshund

If you want a happy dachshund, you can of course contact the dachshund breeders. If you have the dog only at home, you must of course also deal with the topic equipment. The dog bed for dachshunds can consist of many materials. Among them from basket, fabric or plastic. Each dog bed or each dog basket has its advantages. With the dachshund it is especially important that the beds are not too big and not too small. The animal should fit optimally.

Beside the dog bed you should also buy the harness for dachshunds. This must consist of a robust and soft material so that the dog cannot hurt itself. But why do you need a dog harness. Dachshunds are known to suffer quickly from spinal injuries or diseases in the area. Therefore it is advisable to equip the animals with a harness for the gas round so that the spine remains protected.

The collar for dachshunds is also an important acquisition, but it can be used very individually. You can always use different materials for the collar. One should not only pay attention to the form, but also to the fact that the collars can be adapted in size.
The perfect person for a dachshund is...

•     Calm and level-headed, determined and experienced in handling hunting dogs.
•     Whether family, older couple or hunter. The dachshund is actually a quite flexible representative of its kind, which knows how to adapt quickly to the respective circumstances and learns quickly to take its own advantage from the different situations.
•     As a highly intelligent dog, the dachshund naturally also likes to be mentally encouraged and challenged. Whether it is tracking, for which it is particularly suitable in its capacity as a hunt-drawn dog, or learning appropriate tricks.
•     Of course, depending on the type of dachshund, the more or less necessary time for grooming should not be missing.
•     The person of a dachshund does not necessarily have to live in a house with garden, as long as the dog is employed, also an apartment is completely sufficient to make these small crooks happy.

Conclusion

A dachshund is not a dog like any other. Equipped with its own head, it needs experienced guidance and firm rules as well as a little space for its own development.

The dachshund is also a very versatile dog, suitable for the whole family as well as for individuals. He is by far better than his reputation sometimes precedes him and hardly any other dog has ever divided the nation as the dachshund did. Some love him and others hate him.

However, this breed has enough self-confidence to cope with such things. If you are looking for a somewhat demanding and at the same time flexible dog, who also feels comfortable in an apartment and knows how to adapt to different circumstances, a dachshund is the best choice.

Since these dogs are bred in different fur types and colors, there is really something for everyone.

The Great Dane is one of the most beautiful and gentle dog breeds. However, it is blessed with a stately size and is therefore not necessarily suitable for every household. There should be a lot of space available and also children should already be bigger and stable.

However, the Great Dane is hardly to be surpassed in gentleness. Who really looks for a stately dog, who knows how to present himself, is well advised with a Great Dane.

Impressive is also the fact that the Great Dane is the official State Dog of the US State of Pennsylvania.

To find in different colors, the Great Dane is a dog, which presents itself at least in its optics very diverse and quite colorful.

However, if you get a Great Dane in your house, you should be aware that despite the affectionate character, you will have a dog that does not submit as easily as many other breeds do. Although she is very attached to her human, she should still be given a good education.

If you consider that with a male dog you have a good 80 centimeters height on the leash and a corresponding weight then it is clear that you could not hold the dog in case of a fall. Therefore, such large breeds should be educated especially well and consistently.

The nature of the Great Dane

The Great Dane is a very gentle dog. It presents itself to humans as well as to other animals as very peaceful and especially affectionate, but also shows a very high stimulus threshold.

With appropriate socialization, the Great Dane is basically also very good to keep together with all other animals. It is a very faithful dog, which would like to be always with its humans and therefore appreciates the togetherness especially. So it is of course also a dog who likes to cuddle on the couch in the evening.

Given the size of these dogs not always optimal but the close contact to humans is very important for the psychological balance of these dogs. Therefore this breed is also suitable as a family dog, its cozy nature and its high stimulus threshold make it an ideal companion for children as well. However, as already mentioned, the children should already be somewhat larger and above all stable.

Above all young mastiffs are not rarely very high-spirited and above all also clumsy. Here it comes again and again to "rear-end collisions" between child and dog. However, not exactly few children have learned to walk on the collar of a Great Dane and thus made their first own steps. Also here the Great Dane is very patient and likes to be used for different things.

The historical background of the Great Dane

The history of the Great Dane is impressively long and can be traced back almost completely to the early 16th century. At that time, at the beginning of the 16th century, strong, high-legged dogs were introduced from England. These had their origin in a crossing from the broad Mastiff with the Irish Wolfhound.

Even if it was not yet an own race with these introduced dogs here, the breeding origin of the Great Dane can be seen in these crossings already. They were also called English Mastiffs at that time and in the course of further breeding the characteristics were solidified.

Primarily, they were to be found at the courts of the princes at that time, where they were used as bear-stag or boar-dogs. Already at that time one was enthusiastic about the stately appearance and the noble appearance. So it came that the most beautiful and noblest of the Great Danes already got a preference at that time. They were called so-called chamber dogs and were allowed to share the sleeping chamber with the prince.

They got splendid camp-places, equipped with bear-fur and different cushions and were regarded not rarely also as status-symbol. While all other mastiffs were simply called English Mastiffs and took their quarters in the stable, the chamber dogs got especially splendid collars, that were not seldom also from gold.

With them a good socialization was paid attention to very much and the princes promised themselves from them or through them of course also special protection from assassins. When in the 19th century hunting as such changed fundamentally through the use of firearms, the Great Danes were of course no longer needed here. So these dogs became more and more rare and were to be found in the end only as so-called lover-dogs.

Only in the middle of the 19th century these dogs found again more attention in the course of the high interest in pedigree dogs. Here they were led however predominantly under the designation of the Ulmer Dogge or the Great Dane.

At the 1863 exhibition in Hamburg as well as at the 1869 exhibition in Altona, both Great Danes were presented under the name Great Dane and those under the name Ulmer Dogge. Although none of the dogs had a descent corresponding to the name, they were led accordingly.

Only in the year 1876 it was recommended to the breeders of the Great Dane as well as the Great Dane of Ulm to agree on the common name of the Great Dane, which was done.

 What demands does the Great Dane make

The Great Dane is a very people-oriented dog, who would love to be with his owner day and night and would like to accompany him everywhere. It would like to be regarded as a full-fledged member of the family and of course it needs an appropriate occupation.

Now the Great Dane is not necessarily one of those dogs that are exhausted at full throttle, but leisurely walks in nature are very much appreciated and a Great Dane also likes to go on longer walks.

It also feels comfortable as a riding companion dog, but will not be very enthusiastic about long gallops. In addition, the Great Dane is of course also happy if he is allowed to enjoy a certain degree of consistency in his upbringing, so it can be ensured that you also have a calm and balanced dog on the leash, which is available in all situations and always keeps his nerves. All in all the Great Dane is a quite uncomplicated dog.

However, the increased space requirements of these animals must be taken into account and the diet should also be carefully adapted to the somewhat sensitive metabolism of these dogs.

The Great Dane and its health

With the health of the Great Dane, not only but nevertheless partially due to wrong breeding, there is a lot in the bad.

So these dogs are very susceptible concerning their bones. Here different degenerative bone diseases occur again and again. The best way to counteract them is to feed them with high quality food, even in puppies and young dogs.

It is also important to always pay attention to the correct ratio of calcium and phosphorus. This ratio should be at least 1.2 to 1, or even better 1.6 to 1.

In addition, there are also many cancers, which unfortunately often lead to death before the age of five. According to studies, 83 percent of all Great Danes do not reach the age of ten and 59 percent of the animals die before the age of eight.

But also typical diseases like HD can be found here. In the area of breeding mistakes, for example, there is a too strong expression of the lips. This is accompanied by particularly strongly drooping eyelids and makes these animals particularly susceptible to conjunctivitis, which develops almost chronically.

When buying a dog, you should always make sure that it comes from a healthy stock of a responsible breeder. Another problem of the Great Dane is the particularly sensitive tail. The dogs hurt this tail very often.

Not only when they hit their tail for example on a door, but also with or through themselves, injuries occur again and again. Unfortunately there are always amputations on the agenda, because the injuries are so severe that the tail cannot be saved.

The perfect human for a Great Dane is....

Insensitive to the drooling of his dog, likes to take long walks in nature and is willing to dedicate a lot of time and love to his dog. He has accordingly much space in house and garden, whereby a Great Dane can also be kept in a correspondingly large apartment.

Besides the owner of a Great Dane should be very affectionate in any case and also want to share his couch with his gentle giant.

Also he must not miss the necessary consequence in the education and should always consider that one cannot force anything with the Great Dane. If you want something from her, you have to show her that this has certain advantages for her as a dog.

In addition, as a human being of a Great Dane, one should also be willing to take on the additional financial burden of correspondingly high quality food and thus be able to offer the dog a healthy and relatively long life.

Buy a Great Dane: Where can you get an animal?

If you decide to get a Great Dane in your family, it is advisable to go to a breeder. Great Dane puppies can be bought from the breeder. There you can get animals with papers and with a good state of health. Great Dane breeders have different breeds of subclasses in their offer, so you will find a great variety.

Conclusion

The Great Dane is a true treasure. He is a real gentle giant who loves to cuddle up and follow his human at every turn. If you want to keep a Great Dane, you have to make sure that there is enough space, not only in your house and garden but also in your car. Where some other dogs fit comfortably into the trunk, it becomes quite narrow for the Great Dane.

But if you pay attention to all the special features of these dogs, you have a great companion, who is not easily disturbed by anything or anybody and who knows how to protect his humans.

The pug is one of the dogs that divides the nation. Some love him and others do not. But the Pug is a very robust and compact dog that not only likes to be with its owner, but also shows a very strong waking and protective instinct for its small size.  As an active little companion it cuts a good figure even on long walks and is also available for one or the other practical joke. The pug is basically more of a comfortable four-legged friend, but it can also display an amazing amount of energy at a young age and can really step on the gas. Because of its balanced temper, the pug is of course also particularly well suited as a family dog and is especially tolerant of children in this role. Nevertheless, these dogs are also equipped with a high intelligence, so that they would like a little bit of activity in this area. All in all, the pug is a very versatile representative of its breed. It feels just as comfortable on long walks as it does on somewhat shorter rounds with subsequent power cuddling.

The nature of the pug

The pug is rather a relatively calm and balanced representative of its species. However, it is very much related to its human, so that it would like to have a direct and full-fledged connection to its family in any case. Although it can very well stay at home alone, it basically feels the need to be with them wherever and whenever possible. Due to the compact size of the pug and the fact that he is a dog with good manners if he is educated consequently, this wish of the pug can be realized very often. This race does not necessarily belong to the sporty dogs now, although they are already gladly in the nature on the way, they like nevertheless rather the leisurely rounds. A small problem with this race is the fact that it comes along also with a special courage. Paired with the missing ability to judge certain situations correctly, it can come just with the meeting with other, bigger dogs fast times to problems. A pug can't or only with difficulty interpret their threats, so that he often starts quite cheekily and it can come to arguments. With other pets these in itself very friendly dogs are to be held together nevertheless very well. In general the pug is a very peaceful and charming dog, who always tries to please his humans. However, the pug tends to be overweight, not least because of its cozy nature. In any case you should pay attention to a balanced diet.

The historical background of the pug

The pug has a long history behind it. It is believed to originate from the empire of China. Here it was probably bred about 2000 years ago out of dogs that were very similar to a Great Dane.  However, at that time he was a pure dog of the emperors. He was not allowed to be touched by any normal person. Dogs with which it was not possible to continue breeding at the imperial court for various reasons were sold to the people at high prices.  The pug came to Europe at the end of the 16th century through the Dutch East India Company. From here it began its triumphal procession into the salons of the ladies of high society. Although the pug was replaced as a fashion dog by the Pekinese around 1900, a renewed upswing in its popularity began again around 1918. Especially the numerous historical paintings from the different epochs testify the great popularity of this breed also in history.

What demands does the pug

The pug is more of a frugal dog that prefers to cuddle rather than accelerate. It can also be kept well in smaller apartments, but in any case it would like to enjoy the absolute closeness to its humans and would like to have them always around itself. He would like to be always with you on the couch or in bed. Because of its nature, the pug is also a great companion for older people.  It likes to play, but does not necessarily have to walk long distances to be fully occupied. On the whole, the Pug can adapt very well to the life situation surrounding him and with a little consequence in education he will become an absolutely dreamlike and faithful companion. It is also equipped with a healthy waking instinct and knows how to guard the belongings of its owner as well as the owner himself very well. Nevertheless, it is no Kläffer, can be held also in apartments therefore. In a multi-family house it should be however always also paid attention or considered that a pug in higher age no more stairs can rise. This should be considered in time for the well-being of the dog.

The pug and its health

The pug is characterized by a very round head with a short snout and slightly protruding eyes. Therefore it belongs to the brachycephalic dogs. These are dogs that have difficulty breathing because of the short nose. For this reason, responsible breeders have also dedicated themselves to the task of re-breeding this breed back to its origin, since the short nose was bred later in the course of a fashion trend. Also in the area of the spine pugs have quite often problems, which leads to the fact that they are physically not as resilient as other dogs. The breed-specific disease of the central nervous system, however, is fortunately rarely found today. Here came studies on about one percent of sick dogs. Also in the area of the cornea these dogs often have problems, because it is very overexcited by a high load by fur and nasal cleft. Also this problem with the cornea is tried to compensate by new breeding directions.

The perfect person for a pug is....

Affectionate, calm and of a balanced nature without too great sporting ambitions. He allows his dog to be as much as possible and also allows him the one or other intensive cuddling. The owner of the Pug should deal intensively with the nutritional problems and thus protect his four-legged friend from being overweight, which would be very harmful in many ways due to his physique. However, the perfect person for a pug should also bear in mind that he does not have a dog that he can really lead in an athletic manner. In this case, the demands of the pug must be taken into account in any case.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a sporty dog for the big adventure, a pug is not the right choice for you. However, if you are looking for a loving and well-balanced family dog that is not only distinguished by its particularly friendly nature but also by its loyalty, the pug is the perfect choice for you. Due to its character traits and the fact that it does not really need extremely long walks, the pug is indeed also very suitable for older people. It is also very patient and friendly towards children. Not a special all-rounder, but nevertheless an especially dear and love-needy dog, who is basically always available for fun.

The English Bulldog should not be confused with the Olde English Bulldog.  Maybe also because of their outer appearance these dogs got a bad reputation from time to time. But the English Bulldog is a quite friendly dog, which has a very strong protective instinct. Here it is also particularly important to show the necessary consequence in the education.

However, the English Bulldog does not belong to those dogs which easily submit to their humans. They have their own thick skull, in the truest sense of the word. For this reason alone, this breed should only come into experienced hands, which are able to counteract the arbitrary decisions, which these dogs like to show.

Otherwise these quite massive looking dogs come along in different colors. They have an impressive appearance and this goes along with an absolute loyalty to their humans and a lot of courage.

Although the English Bulldogs have been discredited for a long time, they enjoy great popularity again, which led to increasing breeding numbers and so many children can be happy about an English Bulldog as a loyal and friendly companion.

The nature of the English Bulldog

The nature of the English Bulldog is a little difficult to describe. On the one hand, these dogs are very friendly to humans, they also like children very much and are very affectionate in dealing with them.

On the other hand it is however with the education such a thing. Although an English Bulldog knows to bind itself quite very closely to the human being, to this also faithfully is devoted, it cannot be counted, however, to the dogs which now put an unconditional obedience on the day.

An English Bulldog thinks absolutely nothing of giving in to total submission. To a certain degree, submission is not a problem for these dogs, but they still remain their own master. Therefore these dogs do not necessarily belong into inexperienced hands.

If one refrains from this fact, however, then one has a loyal and reliable companion who is characterized by a friendly nature and is equipped with a rather unfriendly appearance.

Bold, courageous, loyal and friendly, these are the attributes that best describe an English Bulldog. A rather massive appearance, which first of all inspires respect.
n fact, the English Bulldog is also a dog that shows a little skepticism towards strangers, especially when they approach their humans. However, the absolute boldness of these dogs is in the contact with its Artgenossen under circumstances already a small problem.
Above all, if the English Bulldog is held as family-dog and small children live in this, its protector-intict comes to the validity fully and completely.

The historical background of the English Bulldog

According to the opinions of various experts, the origin of these dogs could already be far before our era, namely in the 6th century B.C. At that time, Phoenicians, who traded with Britain, are said to have brought their Molossians, who had moved to Levant. These were then probably crossed with the Great Dane dogs of England.

Whether there was already a name for this result of the crossing at that time is not known. However, in the 13th century these dogs were called Bonddog (thus as tied up dogs) or also Bolddog (bold dogs).

The name of the English Bulldog came up only at the beginning of the 17th century. At this time, the English Bulldogs were used as so-called bull biters. They were therefore used purely for the fight against bulls. On this use also the breeding was intensified.

The dogs had to be aggressive, should have a short muzzle and a broad jaw. In addition also the nose should be further back, so that when they bit into the nose of a bull, they still got good air.

Interesting in this context are reports, after which these English bulldogs still fought bravely and courageously further also with broken front-legs or with a stomach slit by the bull.

If a dog did not bite the bull's nose during such a fight, but at another place, it was excluded from breeding and often this was its death sentence. After this fight, the bulls could be slaughtered by the butchers.

On this occasion the breeders of the English Bulldog let their own puppies train on the bull skull. Already the little ones bit themselves firmly in this and were prepared so for their later employment.

Later, one used the English bulldog also in order to sic them on other big animals. Also in the dog-fight itself, that came fast into fashion, they were used gladly. The dog fights were forbidden in England, however, already in the early 19th century, about 1835 completely and so also the English Bulldog went out of fashion. It was hardly to be found any more.

Only in the year 1864, when the English Bulldog Club was founded, at that time by the way the first breed club worldwide, one began to occupy oneself again intensively with the breeding of these dogs. Here one also went away from the character traits that a fighting dog needed and bred more towards the qualities as a family dog.

So a good-natured character and a portion of phlegmatism were the goal of this breeding. This was successful, but it is still the case that the calm nature of an English Bulldog only lasts as long as it doesn't encounter anything that it senses danger from. Then again the protector in her breaks through and here the dog can insist very energetically on his right to protect his humans at any price.

The colors of the English Bulldog

The medium sized dog breed can be bred in many different colors. For dog owners a wide range, which one can not quite overlook at first. As popular as this dog breed is, the demand for certain coat colors and structures is great.

With their friendly and yet very idiosyncratic nature, the little four-legged friends have quickly discovered the dog owners of this world for themselves. Hardly anyone can resist a Bulldog puppy. All the more lovable are the little four-legged friends.

With the selection of the suitable English Bulldog numerous fur colors can appear to the future dog owner.

Popular are among these special colorings:

•     Fawn
•     Red
•     Red and How
•     Kidz and white
•     Grey Brindle
•     Brindle and white
  

One more hint for all future owners. The dogs have a life expectancy of up to 10 years.

Which requirements does an English Bulldog

•     The English Bulldog basically wants to get an experienced guide through its human. It wants to live among its humans and not away from them.
•     However, the English Bulldog also wants to be worked accordingly. In order to divert their attention from other things which could impair their calm nature, a lot of mental work is needed with these dogs.
•     The English Bulldog has a very strong will of its own. This can be kept in check best by work. If one gives these dogs a task, they concentrate very conscientiously on it and not on the surroundings.
•     They are very faithful and are able to build up a very close relationship to their humans. This should be taken into account in any case. It needs consequence and love in connection with appropriate work. Movement and a utilization of the intelligence of these dogs is the optimal possibility.
•     Due to the fact that the English Bulldog is a very massive dog, which has an incredible amount of strength, it is of course also the case that a correspondingly strong human should be on the other end of the leash.

Weak, petite individuals would not be able to hold the English Bulldog in case of an emergency.

The English Bulldog and its health

Although the British Kennel Club has already set a new standard for the English Bulldog in 2009, where the main focus is on health, there is still a lot of things here that are due to irresponsible breeding.

•     Because of the strongly receding nose, the English Bulldog belongs of course also to the brachycephalic breeds. Accordingly, they are afflicted with more or less severe breathing problems, depending on their characteristics. This is also the reason why the English Bulldog is quite active and loves long walks, but is not at home in sports.
•     But besides that there are some more problems. Due to the intensive breeding selection on the very muscular appearance of these dogs, complications at birth are always occurring. Here a caesarean section is often unavoidable.
•     In addition, problems in fertility are not uncommon.  Although one would perhaps suspect it in such a breed, there are no major problems in the heart area.

The perfect person for an English Bulldog is...

•     Experienced, consistent and knows about the concerns and deficits of the English Bulldog.
•     He likes to go for long, leisurely walks and always has his dog well in view and under control.
•     Since the English Bulldog is quite active, its human should have a correspondingly large apartment, better still a house with garden.
•     Due to the breathing problems of this breed, their humans should not have any sporty ambitions, for the dog sport English Bulldogs are not suitable.
•     Since they are very strong anyway, one should pay attention also to the nutrition, since the English Bulldog can incline nevertheless fast times to predominance.
•     Otherwise the perfect person for an English Bulldog should want to spend as much time as possible with his dog, he should not object to extended cuddling hours.

Buy the puppies of the English Bulldog

Although the dogs are considered to be compact and can also carry the odd disease, breeders have their hands full. Everybody wants to welcome this lovely dog into their family. Basically everybody can buy an English Bulldog, because the animal can quickly find its way into new families.

The appearance is striking and will be kept that way in a breeding. The head seems to be very large in its proportions and also the weight is not to be ignored. A male dog can weigh up to 25 kg. A broad chest and a narrow backside are taken into account in breeding.

English Bulldog breeders pay attention to keep exactly these characteristics, if it concerns the pure breeding of the animals. It is recommended to buy the animal from an English Bulldog breeder. It is important to note that diseases cannot be excluded with these breeding forms. Especially often there are hip problems or allergies, these can not be avoided even with a breeding.

To get an English Bulldog from the shelter is another possibility. It is important to note that the animals have papers, are in good health and of course were bred according to the coat markings. Black is undesirable as coat color in the animals.

The Old English Bulldog

The Old English Bulldog is a special form, but it is recognized by the breeders association. The origin of this breed goes to America. There, the breeds described as OBD are considered to be back-breeding. These animals have some special characteristics, which are not known in the English Bulldog.

Among these characteristics are the longer nose and the much less wrinkling. In addition, the Old English Bulldog has a square head and longer limbs, which makes it look bigger. The front legs are closer to the body than in the normal Bulldog. The musculature is more pronounced.

The animals can reach a weight of up to 50 kg and a height of up to 50 cm. The animal appears larger and stronger than the English Bulldog in its entire appearance.

First equipment for the Bulldog

If one has decided as a dog owner or as a first owner for an English Bulldog, then it goes to the equipment. Of course a word should be lost also in addition. Especially interesting are food, dog bed and of course dog harness.

Food for English Bulldog

The food for the English Bulldog should be rich in vitamins and offer a good variety. It is important to avoid pork, because these animals do not tolerate pork. All other kinds of meat are completely harmless and can amount to 200 g of food per day.

The food can be supplemented with vegetables. And also 100 g of carbohydrates from rice or potatoes does not harm the animals on a day. The animal can get a mixed diet of wet and dry food without any further concerns.

Dishes for English Bulldog

If the gassirunde stands only on, one will notice fast that a collar and a leash usually do not arrive particularly well at the animal. Especially with a bulldog you sometimes have to control your temperament. Therefore a dog harness is recommended.

This should be made of a robust material and have soft insides so that the animal is not injured. It is also advisable to buy a harness that can be adjusted to the body shape. This way you avoid a too tight fit of the harness. Since the animals tend to skin problems very quickly, the harness must be well padded.

Dog bed for English Bulldog

The dog bed is another purchase, because you have to think very carefully. Since the animals are not so big, there is no need for a giant bed. It is enough one, in which the animal can feel well and has enough space. Please note that the animals only have small legs, so the bed should be easily accessible.

Conclusion

The English Bulldog is a friendly, faithful and loving dog, which comes along with a moderate temperament, but this can change abruptly if it thinks it is in danger.

It is not a dog for beginners, but likes to be at home in families, where it can watch the children and, of course, keep an eye on them.

Basically the English Bulldog can be counted to the dogs that need a lot of time, they do not only want to be busy but also want to be with their humans and love to cuddle over everything.

The Shih Tzu is basically almost considered a pure female dog. This breed is often described as bitchy and moody, yet these little four-legged creatures are different from their reputation at the bottom of their hearts. They are indeed good family dogs, they are lively and active, although they are not necessarily one of the enduring breeds.  Nevertheless, these active dogs like to be out and about and are great friends and companions, especially towards children. For a long time this breed was considered to be a fashion dog, they were styled and people went to celebrate with them.  Even today the Shih Tzu can be found at various shows, where he is brushed to a high gloss before being judged. If you love this breed and want to call it your own, you have to be prepared for an intensive and time consuming coat care. Of course the dog can also be shorn, but this beautiful and long coat is basically the trademark of these dogs.  Because of his especially friendly nature and the fact that he is easy to train, these dogs are not only well suited for beginners but also for older people.  In today's breeding, the Shih Tzu presents itself in different colors, so that also here the suitable dog for every taste can be found.

The essence of the Shih Tzu

The Shih Tzu is a friendly and affectionate dog, who knows how to present himself and who also shows a good portion of pride. In addition, the Shih Tzu is also very flexible and adapts to almost every living situation.  He has a moderate temperament and is reserved towards strangers, but in no case aggressive.  These friendly and extremely playful dogs like to be close to their owner and enjoy every cuddle round to the fullest. In addition, the Shih Tzu has also only a very low hunting instinct, which makes the walks to absolutely relaxed hours. As a family dog and in contact with children, the Shih Tzu is especially affectionate, but it is important that he has a place where he can withdraw from the children and enjoy his peace and quiet. Because of his friendly and intelligent nature, this dog is easy to train and therefore also very suitable for beginners. In contact and living together with other dogs there are absolutely no problems. Because he is a quite active dog, he can also feel very well in the agility area and besides that tricks and tricks or even dog dancing are suitable to make these dogs happy and to use their full potential.

The historical background of the Shih Tzu

These dogs, originally from Tibet, were already found in various monasteries in the 7th century. The monks attached great importance to the fact that the dogs looked like little lions.  According to tradition, Buddha is said to have possessed such a dog, which turned into a lion. From this tradition comes the name of this breed. Translated from the Chinese the name means nothing else than lion. But apart from this fact, they were so popular because of their particularly fine hearing. They served besides in the monasteries namely also as a watchdog, that was able to warn in time of intruders.  So they were also allowed to move freely in the temple. Other types of guard dogs or also herding dogs were simply too big for the monks on the other side. Only in the 17th century the Shih Tzu came to China, where it quickly became the favorite in the palace. In the 20th century, however, with the seizure of power in China by the communists, the interest in these dogs was lost and so the breeding was not continued. This was taken over by lovers of this breed from America as well as from Europe.

Which demands does the Shih Tzu 

The Shih Tzu is basically a rather undemanding dog. Not shorn, however, it would like to enjoy its daily fur-care. That is also a reason why so many Shih Tzu are shorn again and again. Just however older people leave its splendid hair-dress to it, since they don't lack the necessary time for the intensive fur-care. Due to their small size, these dogs are able to get along very well even in smaller apartments and prove to be very flexible with regard to the respective living situation.  However, the play instinct of these dogs should be taken into account in any case. They always want to be with their humans and preferably always be with them. Although this wish can be fulfilled in most cases due to the small size, the Shih Tzu can also be left alone.  Otherwise these dogs would like to live as a full member of the family and like to go with them on the couch or even into bed. To what extent this is allowed depends of course on each individual.

The Shih Tzu and his health

Because of the rebred nose, the Shih Tzu is also to be counted among the brachycephalic breeds, which however have only relatively small breathing problems compared to other breeds.  In many small breeds, like the Shih Tzu, there are problems during the birth process and often a caesarean section is performed. Another problem with this breed are the eyes. They often water quite strongly and must be cleaned regularly.  Otherwise the Shih Tzu presents itself as very healthy and quite robust compared to other breeds. In any case you should pay attention to a balanced and high quality diet, because some dogs of this breed tend to have problems with metabolism and digestion.

The perfect person for a Shih Tzu is....

Loving and always ready for cuddling. He brings a lot of time into this dog-human relationship and can fully appreciate the devotion of these dogs. He also offers the Shih Tzu the optimal combination of long walks and intensive relaxation phases while cuddling. A responsible owner should also consider the tendency to play. As well as the fact that the Shih Tzu is a breed that not only has pride but is also intelligent. Here everyone will soon realize that the Shih Tzu is also a dog that demands his attention by playing the clown. So if he thinks that he is missing out, he will think of ways and means to make up for this deficit. With such a dog there is always something to laugh about.

Conclusion

A Shih Tzu is not only an optimal dog for beginners, it is also very well suited as a family dog.  He brings cheerfulness and fun into life and is also especially suitable for older people. With a Shih Tzu you have a faithful, loving and funny companion at your side, who is always available for fun.  However, you have to be prepared for a very time-consuming coat care if you want to bring a Shih Tzu into your home. Of course you can let the dogs be sheared, which many do, but then they lose exactly what makes them so special.

There is hardly any other dog that has fallen into disrepute as much as the Doberman. However, this does not only result from the fact that this in itself great dog came again and again into the wrong hands of irresponsible owners, rather a certain guilt is to be seen here also in the breeding.

Breeders have all too often let themselves be tempted, according to the trend, to breed again and again very specifically on the aggressiveness of the dogs, which of course had fatal consequences.  Meanwhile a Doberman is considered as absolutely dangerous and is partly even classified as a fighting dog. Nevertheless, the actual nature of these dogs is not nearly as it is presented or better said presented.
However, in any case, it must be said that this dog must not fall into the hands of inexperienced people under any circumstances. A Doberman is not an easy dog, he is not easy to train and to educate and he needs a strict but nevertheless loving hand.

Above all, however, one must keep in mind that these dogs are absolute power packs, which not only have to be used to full capacity, but also have to be controlled and held on a leash. The Doberman is not necessarily equipped with a lot of patience, the stimulus threshold is quite low and therefore the dog should always be kept in mind when walking.

The nature of the Dobermann

    The Doberman is a courageous dog, which usually only binds itself to one person. He is therefore considered as a so-called one man dog. Although he also lets himself be led and guided by other people familiar to him, it is usually the case that he only recognizes one person as pack leader.
    If the Dobermann comes out of a responsible breeding, then he is indeed loving and faithful, equipped with a medium protective instinct and also has a medium sharpness.
    As a family dog he shows himself quite alert, but still obedient and towards the children as sweet and patient. Unfortunately, these breeds are not yet found very often, so that in most cases it is advisable to bring the Dobermann into the family only when the children are already a little bit bigger and show a certain sense of responsibility.
    It would also be advisable if smaller children are at least already stable in any case. Especially at a young age, the Dobermann can be quite tempestuous, which is not necessarily an advantage due to its size and weight.
    However, the Dobermann is also a breed, which is especially characterized by its eagerness to work. These dogs want to have a task and they will follow it with a lot of passion.
    Courage and a sharp instinct are given to the Dobermann as well as an unconditional loyalty to his human being.

The historical background of the Dobermann

While many other breeds owe their name to a particular region or trait, the Doberman was in fact named after the founder of his breed.  Friedrich Louis Dobermann, who came from Apolda and lived in the time of 1834 to 1894, was the first known breeder of the race Dobermann.

It took relatively normal dogs from the region at that time. From them, he mated the most courageous and intrepid among themselves. Among others also his own bitch. A mix of Pinscher and sheepdog presumably, as they occurred numerously in the region around Apolda at that time.  That bitch carried the name Schnuppe and was a mouse-gray short-haired bitch.

This bitch was verpaart with a so-called butcher-dog, who probably is to be regarded as the predecessor of the Rottweiler.  Furthermore, mixed breeds of pinschers and hunting dogs were used as well as a greyhound. So, what was available in the region was used for breeding.

The Greyhound was needed at that time to give the appearance of the now newly emerging breed a slimmer look.  Through these crossbreeds, which at first sight may seem rather random, a new breed of working and utility dogs was created. They were very well suited to guard the yard as well as humans and animals and were therefore also used as police dogs at an early stage.

However, they were also used for hunting and were used here primarily for the fight against big game.  In the first as well as in the second world war, the Dobermann was used as a mine detection dog as well as a medical dog. They could be found at the officers' sides and often served to guard the prisoners.

Today, the Dobermann is more and more used to breed not only as a guard dog, but also as a family dog and as a companion dog. His own sharpness was bred back to a healthy mediocrity by selective breeding.
The tail and ear docking is meanwhile forbidden in large parts of Europe.

The Dobermann is also available in a brown as well as in a black color shade.

Which requirements does the Dobermann have

    The Doberman is a working dog. Therefore he wants to be worked and should be in experienced hands only if possible.
    He needs a lot of work and of course also a lot of space and this leads to the fact that he is only conditionally suitable for keeping in the apartment. This should be accordingly large. Better is here in any case a house with garden.
    Of course a Doberman also needs a certain amount of exercise and physical load. But he is also very happy when he gets a task.
    If he is allowed to guard house, yard and family, he will take this task very seriously and follow it with a lot of passion.
    However, the Dobermann also wants to have a person who can assert himself, who leads him and who consistently shows him the way.
    Otherwise the Dobermann is a quite flexible dog, who can deal with many different situations and who is able to come to terms with them.

The Dobermann and his health

The Doberman itself is a very robust dog, which is not so easy to get down in health. Nevertheless, some hereditary diseases can be found here as well. For example the so-called Dilative Cardiomyopathy (DCM), a very serious heart disease, which often leads to death.

The Doberman as a breed also carries some problems in the area of the inner ear. The disease is accompanied by disturbances of the balance and sometimes also by deafness. In addition to the classic HD, the Doberman also has a special form of blood clotting disorder.
All in all, however, the Dobermann is much less afflicted with diseases compared to other dog breeds.
The perfect human for a Doberman is...

    Consistent, experienced and in any case able to take the leading position in this human dog relationship.
    He knows about the urge to work and can do justice to it.
    Nevertheless, he also shows a certain degree of leniency and follows the loyalty and devotion of the Doberman.
    In addition, the perfect human of a Doberman should also be very sporty and take the time to satisfy the dog's urge to move and work.

He will have a lot of fun with his dog and also on long walks the Doberman is happy and always at his human's side.

The optimal equipment for your Dobermann

If you plan to buy a Dobermann, you should not only think of the dog basket. But also the following materials.

    Dog box or transport box for Doberman: The transport box should always be adapted to the size of the animal. Comfort is guaranteed by inserts or blankets. Please keep in mind that such a transport box seems to be important not only in puppyhood, but also when your Doberman is fully grown. In this case you can decide for a fixed box in the trunk.
    Muzzle for Doberman: Unfortunately, the muzzle for Doberman is always a topic. Think about it. There are different types of muzzle. Which are made of a natural material or of steel or metal. Please consider when buying that these products have to be adapted. In this case it is important to deal with the topic head size.
    Harness for Doberman: A harness for the Doberman can be very important if you buy the animal as a puppy. Because then you have the possibility to lead and educate the animal optimally. When buying a harness, you should also think about materials and workmanship. The model must be designed for the dog.
    Collar for Doberman: With the collar the spirits argue. There are certainly advocates of the choke collars. Who trains his dog well, can rely on leather collars or chain collars. The collars may not scuffle with the dog and also leave no traces.

Buy a Doberman: Breeding and puppies

You should only buy a Dobermann if you are willing to assert yourself. Wanting to buy a Doberman puppy is always a good basis to integrate the dog into your family. To realize this plan it is important to contact a Dobermann breeder. These can be found on the internet.

The Dobermann puppy should of course have paper and should have received the appropriate vaccinations. The Dobermann breeders in Germany pay a lot of attention to the good state of health of the animal.

Conclusion

Not a beginner's dog, but thanks to responsible breeding a well-balanced family dog that fits well into the new pack and is loyal to it.
However, one should consider in any case that the Doberman only considers one person as his unrestricted boss.

With appropriate education and a good socialization already in the puppy age the Dobermann can be kept together with other animals quite well. Towards foreign dogs he is however first of all careful and puts them through their paces.

His distinctive protective instinct lets him defend his humans, which he does independently as soon as he thinks danger is approaching.

All in all the Doberman is a very active dog, who has fun in sports and games and with whom you can not only experience a lot of adventure but with whom you can also have a lot of fun.

FAQ about the Dobermann

The Doberman is considered a robust breed of dog. In spite of the initial concerns, Dobermans are more and more intensively passed on to families. His aggressiveness, which is said to be a characteristic of this dog, does not lie in the dog breed, but in the breeding. Questions arise with future owners nevertheless again and again. Therefore we would like to answer the most important questions about the Doberman and his character.

🐶 How dangerous is the Dobermann really?

No dog breed is dangerous by nature. No matter if it is the Dobermann or the Rottweiler. Dogs become dangerous animals by human hands. Unfortunately, most breeders and unscrupulous owners are to blame for the fact that the otherwise lovable Dobermann became a dangerous "fighting machine". Fact is: the Dobermann is not dangerous, it must be, because one makes this dog a dangerous mixture.

However, as an owner you should be open to discussion. Because the Dobermann is not a recipient of orders. That is why this breed is not very easy to train. But here one must lead with strict, but argument-joyful hand. The Dobermann is felt to live through 100 puberties.

So it still has mischief in its head even after 6 months or 5 years. Basically one can assume that the normally educated and bred Dobermann is not a dangerous dog. Delete the thought "fighting dog" from your memory.

🐶 How fast is the Dobermann and how much run out does he need?

His slender line, his powerful build make the Dobermann a ravishing appearance. Almost nobody can resist the sight of a well-groomed Dobermann. As a running dog the Dobermann is optimally suitable, because he is a racing machine. Running is his life and one notices this with the speed. On long distance, however, the Dobermann will lose speed, because these animals are simply too heavy in the body mass for that.

A full-grown Doberman male can weigh up to 45 kg. The females make it to 35 kg. The dog breed has an enormous urge to move and can cover several kilometers per day. Therefore a dog scooter is recommended, which can overcome these distances without problems. An exact performance-speed is hardly mediated, with what the Dobermann would quite manage 30 to 50 km/ h in trained form.

🐶 When is the Dobermann fully grown?

The Dobermann is full-grown in its full splendor from 1-1 ½ years. During this time he develops his full shoulder height. Chest and head continue to grow after this time until the age of 3.

🐶 When can a Dobermann be castrated?

Castration is of course an important topic for many dog owners. This type of procedure should not be carried out during the growth phase, as this can lead to disturbances in normal growth. One reason for this is that the hormones developed there play an important role in Doberman growth.

🐶 When should one dock the ears of the Dobermann?

Many years ago, docking was a normal procedure that was performed on the auricles and the rods of the animals. When docking, templates are placed on the ears of the animal and the protruding parts of the ear are cut off with a scalpel. Since 1.09.2001 it is forbidden to dock the ears or the tail of the Doberman.

🐶 Which food should one give to the Dobermann?

When choosing the right dog food, one should pay attention to the quality of the ingredients. Because this can affect the performance of the dog. The Dobermann is a very active dog, which naturally needs appropriate amounts of food. However, one must bear in mind that the amount of fillers in the food must be reduced.

Whether you choose wet food or dry food is less important. It is important that proteins and nutrients are found in the food. Whether a Doberman is properly nourished can be seen quite quickly. If the coat of the animal shines, the nutrition is first class.