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Articles > Keywords > Working Dog Working Dog <1 ...678910 Found [140] Articles :: Page 10 of 10 Digg this article History of the Doberman Pinscher As with most of the breeds of dogs that were developed in Europe and more specifically within what is now Germany, the origins of the Doberman Pinscher reach back far into history. The actual development of the current breed of Doberman Pinschers is much more recent, but also like most dogs from the area they were developed for a very specific purpose as a working dog. [...] Comments Email to a Friend Digg this article Breed Standards Of The Doberman Pinscher As a working and guardian dog the original Doberman Pinschers were bred more for their ability to provide protection and stay with their owners than they were for their looks or their companionship qualities. Over time the Doberman Pinscher breeders have more selectively bred for a specific standard as well as to decrease the potential for aggression while still maintaining a well-balanced, all round guardian and companion dog. [...] Comments Email to a Friend Digg this article Doberman Pinschers with Jobs There are few dogs that are used in as many different types of jobs as the Doberman Pinscher. These dogs have historically been used as police and military dogs, however the number of tasks they are proficient at, largely based on their outstanding and protective temperament combined with their intelligence, continues to increase. [...] Comments Email to a Friend Digg this article Working And Competing With Hounds As with almost everything in the hound group, competitions for these dogs are generally divided into two very specific categories. This same type of division in shows and events also reflects the role that these dogs play as "working" dogs, with many breeds or hybrid crosses of hounds and other breeds employed in various types of activities. [...] Comments Email to a Friend Digg this article The Ancient Pharaoh Hound The Pharaoh Hound is perhaps the oldest breed of domesticated dog in the world. They can be traced, as a breed, back to the early years of the Egyptian culture. It is estimated that this dog existed as a defined and distinctive type by 3000 to 4000 B.C. Carvings, drawings and sculptures as well as records clearly show a dog that is identical to the modern Pharaoh Hound within tombs and burial areas within Egypt, clearly indicating these dogs were not only present but valued by the various royalty and individuals of the time. [...] Comments Email to a Friend <1 ...678910 Found [140] Articles :: Page 10 of 10