Husky, the most versatile dog

Originally created for long distance expeditions, Husky Dogs are extremely energetic and they simply adore running and any other sort of physical exercise. Nowdays this breed is one of the most popular in the world.
The Siberian Husky, the most widespread branch of this breed , originated in the remote areas of North Asia, being used as sled dog by the nomadic tribes. It was brought into Alaska in 1909. In that very year the first Husky harness took part at the " Alaska Sweepstakes Race". In a few year time they were regularly winning sled races across Alaska and became highly appreciated for their endurance and incredible stamina.
The Huskies posess an extraordinary ability to adapt to all sorts of lifestyles. They like most the cold or temperate climates and they simply adore running outdoors, but they also cope well with living inside an apartment. Husky is a friendly animal and he his far from being a loud or aggressive dog.
This breed gets along very well with children or other dogs and therefore is the perfect pet choice for those who aren't used to handle dogs. However you must always keep in sight your Husky, as, having a curious nature, this animal tends to put himself in all kinds of dangerous situations. If you have a courtyard, it is better to have it enclosed, in order to prevent your Husky's escapades.
This dog is physicaly shaped for cold environments, therefore, in order to prevent severe affections, it is adviceable not to let them outdoors more than a few minutes during extremely hot summer days. You must also consider that this animal loses hair continuously and therefore requires to be daily brushed.

A Husky is predisposed to a series of diseases :

Zinc Responsive Dermatosis is a severe affection and results in hair loses and skin crusts around eyes, ears and genitals. It ussualy appearsr in the first 3 years of life.

Rottweiler, a gentle and affectionate dog

The modern Rottweiler is the descendent of ancient Roman shepherd dogs, most likely the Italian Mastiff. On the verge of extinction in the 18 th century, this breed was saved grace to sustained efforts of some devoted breeders nearby Stuttgart.

Nowdays the canine clubs recognize two branches of Rottweilers:

German Rottweiler of shorter stature, stockyer and with a much bigger head and the American Rottweiler, who is taller than his european counterpart, has longer legs and a slender constitution.

The Rottweiller's coat should be brushed at least twice a week, like all the short haired dog breeds. In this way you encourage the growing of new hair and remove the used one. This activity is also a perfect opportunity for binding with your pet. These dogs usually snore during their sleep and, as a result, they sometimes cough. If coughing becomes more frequent, this may be the sign of a cardiac or pulmonary affection. If you notice these signs, you should immediately address a doctor, as they can turn into serious illnesses.
Rottweiler is a dog that requires a lot of space to move. Running in the woods or in open fields will surely make them very happy. Swimming or running alongside your bicycle are perfect for burning up the native energy of your Rottweiler.
The female Rottweiler is very productive when it comes to puppies, giving birth to as much as 12 during her lifetime.

Terra Nova - The Gentle Giant

Terra Nova has been for centuries a trusty companion for humans. Used almost exclusively in the past as a utilitarian dog, he is an excellent swimmer and therefore a native lifeguard. This breed is believed to have first appeared in the Canadian region of Newfoundland, where his ancestors had been brought by European fishermen.
Terra Nova are calm and devoted companions. They are not known for excesive barking. This dog breed is considered to be perfect for assuring protection with less aggressive tint. They are known as extremely courageous dogs and their dareness is legendary.
Terra Nova is well behaved in the company of children or of other pets as a result of his intelligence and stable character. Due to his large size this dog needs quite a lot of space, for which reason Terra Nova aren't a qood choice for those who are first timers in canine caring.

Terra nova is also famous among breeders for his excessive slavering and this thing may pose a problem to some owners, but most of them easily overcome it, charmed by this dog's calm and tender personality. Daily 10-15 minutes caring rutine is required for keeping untangled his beautiful double layered coat. Even though this breed is known for changing its hair every season Terra Nova are't recorded for causing allergy to his human companions. On average they suffer lesser illnesses during their lifetime than other dog breeds.

Afghan Houng - An Ancient And Noble Breed

Among the oldest recognisable types of dogs, the Afghan Hound acquired its unique features in the cold mountains of Afghanistan, where it was originally used to hunt hares and gazelles by coursing them.

This dog's temper is distant and dignified, suggesting some kind of a mysterious indulgence. An old afghan saying tells that the Afghan hound is looking both at you and through you. This dog has a strong personality and can be stubborn and quite selfish, responding not so precisely to the training exercises. The key is to make him think that what you want to get from him is his own idea and when this thing happens be sure not to forget to praise his cleverness. The Afghan Hounds are not suited to harsh training techniques and in case of brutish handling it will invariable refuse to do the precise exercise required.
The Afghan Hound is quite longeval, in comparison with the other large size dogs. They normaly live 12-14 years, but there have been cases of dogs living up to 18 years. The owner of an Afghan must take great consideration regarding the essential daily doze of physical exercise required by his animal companion. This dog gets really bored if he stays too much inside the house, on the couch, watching TV and you should know that a bored Afghan Hound is even worse than a cat. he can cause unimaginable damage to your home.
Another peculiaar aspect for this breed is that regarding his coat's caring. You have to make weekly his complete igiene, including bathing and brushing, otherwise his coat will became a messy mass. His characteristic coat will be fully grown by the time the animal reaches his 1 year of life. If the coat is not properly taken care of, the dogs will became susceptible to parasite infestation and develop skin diseases and mycosis.

Labrador - The Most Elegant Dog

Friendly, tender and full of life, The Labrador is the most popular dog breed in the world. This large sized dog had been used in the past for hunting and retrieving wild birds and only a few decades ago animal lovers across the globe have started to appreciate him as a companion dog. And there is no match for the Labrador, at least in the canine world, when it comes to accompanying people in day to day life. As a recognition for his qualities, in 2005 American Kennel Club choosed the Labrador as the best dog breed of the last decade.
You should consider that these animals are not quite suitable as guarding dogs because they aren't at all suspicious and they can easily be deceived by any stranger with a simple friendly gesture. Labradors will be pleased to live in a flat, as long as they are walked enough.
The Labrador is an extremely intelligent animal and he adores to learn, therefore responds very well to training. You can start to taming most of them since puppyhood, when they are 6 months old. You can start with 10 minutes training sessions, twice a day. If the animal has an inadequate behaviour than you make sure that you reproach him directly proportional with his deed.
Labradors are generally healthy animals and they suffer few diseases during their lives. However have been recorded more often the following illnesses:
Gastric Torsion is a sudden, potentially deadly disease and it appears when the dog's stomach gets filled with air and becames torsed.
Hip Dysplasia is a joint disease which can lead to pain and debilitation in your Labrador and can end with severe cases of arthritis.
Retinal Dysplasia affects especially the Labradors used for hunting and fiel trial work and can lead to premature blindness.
Other diseases with greater incidence among Labradors are the Diabetes, Hypothyroidism and Melanomus.
In order to have a healthy Labrador you must make sure that he makes enough physical exercise and has a well balanced diet and, most important, you have to show him a great deal of affection as they are extremely sensitive pets.

Dogo Argentino or the Argentinian mastiff

Dogo Argentino is a strong, muscular dog, member of the mastiff family. Its distinctive phisical feature is the immaculate white coat, with short, thick and smooth hair.

The inbred aggressivity of Dogo Argentino may be quite difficult to handle, therefor these dogs have to be socialized starting from early ages and they mustn't, by any circumstance, be raised with other dogs of the same sex.

Even though it is strong willed and it has an independent temperament, this dog breed is known for one of the highest level of obedience towards his owner. Loial, brave and highly affectionate, Dogo Argentino is much more than a simple guard dog, being a perfect companion. The race was originally created for hunting and dog fights, therefor these magnificent and noble animals are difficult to control by an unexperienced owner, consequently Dogo Argentino isn't a recommendable choise for begginers who are looking for a first pet.