The dogThis page is created for you to learn more about the dog, it's history, different breeds and things to think about when you are about to buy a dog. The history of the dogThe dog belong to the family: Canis as do the wolf, jackal and the dingo. There are historical evidence that the dog followed mankind from northern Africa and parts of Asia when we moved to what we nowadays call Europe . This happened for as long as 10 000 years ago. Most scientist have concluded that the dog originate from the wolf and perhaps from the jackal. But there are those who believe that there might be another extinct ancestor to the dog. What scientist doesn't argue about is the fact that the dog is mans' oldest pet. Several ancient findings proof this. It isn't hard to imagine that our ancestors took advantage of the dogs' capabilities as good hearing and sniffing to guard themselves. The dog also became useful in hunting and put out to pasture. Nowadays are found to be useful even in other areas such as in: helping out blind people, searching for drugs and bombs and so on.
What should I think of when I buy a dog?SizeThere are a whole lot of things that you will have to consider when you decide on which breed you are about to choose. Perhaps have you always dreamt about getting a big dog, but have you considered if you can please this animals need for space and running? Big dogs are in general calmer and accommodates easier to your wishes but there are an obvious risk of under stimulation linked to the size. Other factor to concern when you have a wish to buy a big dog are:
Many people fear these factors and choose a smaller dog. In fact a common belief is that a real small dog is handiest. But that's not always true. These dogs often actually have quiet a temper and easily get heart if played with. TimeA dog needs time. More than you think. A playful dog could need up to three hours of physical exercise every day! Many people choose a small dog thinking that it won't take as long time as a big one. That might be at least partly true. But a small dog also needs exercise! EconomyA common mistake is only watching the sum that is paid for the dog. There are a lot of other expenses that should be taken under consideration. For example:
Male or femaleA female dog is more likely to be calm and accommodate to her surroundings than a male dog. The probability for running away is also smaller for a female. That won't be true when the female dog is on the heat though. A male dog in general has the favour of becoming grand. One other fact is that there will be no chance of the male dog becoming pregnant. Things to check out when picking out a puppy:
Facts about different breedsDobermanThis is a powerful dog with brown and black fur. It actually was man-designed for a reason by Louis Dobermann in 1870. They were meant to be a very harsh breed but nowadays that characteristic mostly is gone. If choosing this dog, be careful to pick one with a good bonestructure. RottweilerThis is an offspring of the roman dogs. It's often black with some brown elements. It has a wider neck than the Doberman. This is a dog with great strength and guarding instincts. CollieThis is a dog with a gentle temperament and has it's heritage from the Scottish Sheepdog. The good temperament makes it very easy to adapt to the life of a human family. Most common is the Collie with long hair. But there are also those with less. BoxerThis is a dog that may differ in colour of its fur. Although it looks grim it's very playful. From a historical perspective this dog has been used for hunting as well as cattle-dogs. Germen ShepardThis should be one of the most common dog-breeds. It's ideal for many situations due to the willingness to learn and work. The breed belongs to the sheepdogs. Originally it was used for hunting and guarding. Despite its wolf-like appearance this is one of the dogs with the smallest amount of wolf genes. DachshundAlthough this dog by nature is ideal for hunting it's also a popular familydog. You could find it in three different sizes. This dogs short legs is the result of a mutation a long time ago. As a hunting dog it is extremely flexible with the ability of tracking, fetching as well as the more common hunting abilities.
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