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Stopping to ask yourself and your family a few basic questions before bringing home your dog or puppy will help you decide what type, breed and size of dog is best for your home, but also help you be completely prepared for the big day. The following questions are the basic questions you will need to answer before getting ready for the new addition to the family.
In order to really understand what type or breed of dog you should consider, take the time to actually write down the answers to these questions, being sure to ask other family members for their input and ideas - especially if they will be taking care of the dog or puppy some of the time. Keep in mind that all dogs or puppies within a breed will have their own unique requirements and characteristics, but most will fall within the particular attributes of the breed. [...]
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The Airedale terrier can be used as a pet, a working dog or a hunting dog. It is hunting however where this dog really excels. It was originally bred to hunt otters, which is how it also got the name Waterside Terrier. Unlike many hunting dogs, the Airedale terrier was bred to hunt alone, which makes them very intelligent, independent and great at problem solving. They can be stubborn, but often use this to their advantage to help them in their daily work. [...]
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Airedale Terriers have been around for many years. We've known them in the role of hunting dog, show dog, watchdog and family pet. There are many facts about the Airedale Terrier that many people are not aware of. [...]
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The Australian Kelpie is fondly referred to as the workaholic of the canine family. This is a dog that will work till it drops and it loves it! This is a dog that literally LIVES to work! It is estimated that there are somewhere between 80,000 and 100,000 Kelpies utilized on farms across Australia. [...]
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The Australian Kelpie is known for being extremely intelligent. This is a dog that has the ability to independently solve complex problems and think things through. The Kelpie is an animal that has the ability to work unsupervised and to use his own initiative. The Kelpie seems to like to think for himself and understand the things that need to be accomplished. [...]
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The Australian Kelpie is a natural athlete with a strong hindquarter and muscular shoulders. In short, the Kelpie is truly a jack of all trades. [...]
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Delve into the mind of the Australian Kelpie and you will find intelligence and a real devotion to duty. The Kelpie is a very versatile and adaptable dog. They are alert and independent thinkers who will problem solve rapidly. [...]
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In Australia, there are two different registries for the Australian Kelpie: The Working Kelpie Council and The Australian National Kennel Council. Each registry has different goals from the other. [...]
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The Australian Kelpie makes a great addition to your family. It is an intelligent and loyal dog that will form a strong bond to your family. [...]
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There are many different facts about the Australian Kelpie and its history that you may not know. This is a dog full of legends and stories galore. [...]
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The blue and sometimes red coat Australian Cattle Dog is the result of cattle ranchers breeding native dingoes with a mindboggling number of other breeds. Finding a breed of dog that could handle large herds of cattle was one thing; finding one that had the stamina for the harsh working conditions and Australian climate was another. [...]
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There are a number of dog breeds available that herd large groups of animals with great precision and ease. However, in the 1800's Australian cattle ranchers not only wanted but needed a resourceful dog with the moxie to withstand the country's harsh conditions. [...]
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With the interest in Australian Cattle Dogs on the rise, many Cattle Dog breeders find themselves seeing and hearing only the most basic of information on their favorite breed. Just about everyone knows that the Australian Cattle Dog is a uniquely bred canine, fiercely loyal and brave. [...]
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The Australian Cattle Dog is just as its name implies; and it is a herding dog that the Australian beef industry could never do without. Bred over a couple of centuries with native dingoes and other cattle dog breeds, all the necessary traits that help manage large herds successfully emerged in the Australian Cattle Dog. Working with others, this breed has the innate ability to expertly command large groups of animals with amazing precision. Without the dingo in their bloodline, the breed would never have the amazing stamina it needs for herding in the harsh terrains and climates of Australia. [...]
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Dogs were initially used in armed combat to carry ammunition and messages where a human messenger would be difficult or impossible, but as technology made communication and equipment delivery simpler tasks, the dog was no longer needed for these jobs. However, the war dog still has its place in the armed services. The duty of the war dog in contemporary warfare consists mainly of tracking enemies and sniffing out explosives. [...]
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