Pomeranian
Pomeranians are short and small toy dogs. In fact, they're one of the smallest dog breeds in the world. They have soft dense undercoats with an abundance of outer coat that is coarsely textured. They have heavily plumed tails that lie flat on their backs. They are medium boned and sturdy in appearance, despite their small size.
The Pomeranian should have a head that is in good balance to the rest of the body, with a short, straight muzzle. They have very alert expressions and often look very much like a small fox. Their ears are very small and erect and are mounted high on the head. They have a very large ruff around the neck that is an important part of their overall appearance. Their eyes are dark and almond shaped and very bright and alert in appearance. They have a black nose and teeth that meet in a scissors bite. Their necks are short and they carry their heads quite high.
Pomeranians are very vivacious and extroverted, which is one of the reasons that this breed tends to be a great show dog. They have a smooth gait and appear very well balanced. Once trained, they will be a standout in the show ring, because they truly enjoy the limelight and love to be watched.
You'll sometimes hear those selling puppies refer to "teacup Pomeranians". Those dogs described as "teacup" typically weigh less than three pounds. It's important to note that there is no official "teacup" variety of Pomeranian. A Pomeranian weighing three pounds or less is likely just the runt of the litter or has health problems. The AKC considers a weight of less than three pounds to be a fault.
The Pomeranian should have a head that is in good balance to the rest of the body, with a short, straight muzzle. They have very alert expressions and often look very much like a small fox. Their ears are very small and erect and are mounted high on the head. They have a very large ruff around the neck that is an important part of their overall appearance. Their eyes are dark and almond shaped and very bright and alert in appearance. They have a black nose and teeth that meet in a scissors bite. Their necks are short and they carry their heads quite high.
Pomeranians are very vivacious and extroverted, which is one of the reasons that this breed tends to be a great show dog. They have a smooth gait and appear very well balanced. Once trained, they will be a standout in the show ring, because they truly enjoy the limelight and love to be watched.
You'll sometimes hear those selling puppies refer to "teacup Pomeranians". Those dogs described as "teacup" typically weigh less than three pounds. It's important to note that there is no official "teacup" variety of Pomeranian. A Pomeranian weighing three pounds or less is likely just the runt of the litter or has health problems. The AKC considers a weight of less than three pounds to be a fault.
Poodle
The Standard Poodle is a medium to large sized dog with a dense, curly coat, a long slender face and muzzle, and generally delicate stature. Poodles tend to weight much less than other breeds of similar size. Also known as the French Poodle the Standard Poodle is the largest of three recognized sizes for the poodle.
The Standard Poodle stands over 15 inches at the highest point of the shoulders, the Miniature stands between 15 to 10 inches, and the Toy stands under 10 inches at the shoulders. The Poodle's length should be about the same as its height and its back should be basically level with a stable squared off stance. Their tails are docked to about half their original lengths, leaving around 10 inches or so. The teeth should form a scissors bite. The coat should be very dense, curly, and grows continuously so it can be groomed in many different styles and shapes. They also don't have that strong "doggie" smell that many dogs have. They have webbed feet like other retrievers from their history as water retrieval dogs and Poodles excel in hunting competitions, agility, fly-ball, and obedience. Their wonderful personalities, capability, and unique non-shedding coat have made the Poodle extremely popular as a pet around the world.
Someone interested in choosing a Poodle as a pet has the widest array of choices of any breed; no other breed has as many different options of size and color. These dogs are great with children and other dogs. They can be somewhat reserved with new people but with a lot of socialization in puppy hood they can become very outgoing dogs, and will warm up to newcomers quickly.
The Standard Poodle stands over 15 inches at the highest point of the shoulders, the Miniature stands between 15 to 10 inches, and the Toy stands under 10 inches at the shoulders. The Poodle's length should be about the same as its height and its back should be basically level with a stable squared off stance. Their tails are docked to about half their original lengths, leaving around 10 inches or so. The teeth should form a scissors bite. The coat should be very dense, curly, and grows continuously so it can be groomed in many different styles and shapes. They also don't have that strong "doggie" smell that many dogs have. They have webbed feet like other retrievers from their history as water retrieval dogs and Poodles excel in hunting competitions, agility, fly-ball, and obedience. Their wonderful personalities, capability, and unique non-shedding coat have made the Poodle extremely popular as a pet around the world.
Someone interested in choosing a Poodle as a pet has the widest array of choices of any breed; no other breed has as many different options of size and color. These dogs are great with children and other dogs. They can be somewhat reserved with new people but with a lot of socialization in puppy hood they can become very outgoing dogs, and will warm up to newcomers quickly.
Pug
A Multo in Parvo, "a lot of dog in a small space", that has an even temperament while also being playful, outgoing, dignified, and charming. This breed is supposed to be compact, proportioned and muscular. It is supposed to be square in proportion and appearance as well. The pug is one of the largest breed in the Toy Group with a weight of 14 to 18 lbs (both sexes). The Pug shares the same origin as the Pekingese but is not related to the Bulldog.
The head should be large, massive and round, but without indentations in the skull. The face if viewed from the side should appear rather flat no over protrusion of the muzzle or chin. The eyes should be dark, but prominently large and bold. The ocular shape should be globular. A pug's expression should be ever changing from soft, solicitous, and lustrous to full of fire and life when excited. The bite should be slightly undershot. The ears should be black, thin, small, and soft with a feel of velvet. The ears should either rose or button, with the latter being preferred. Button ears fold over with the fold being level with the top of the skull but the tips should not hang pass the corner of the eyes.
The pug should have large and deep facial wrinkles, with the color making the wrinkles more prominent by being darker on the inside rather than the outside. Over the nose should be one large, major wrinkle.
The gait of the pug should square, strong, and free. The body is short and cobby, wide in chest and well ribbed up. The slight roll of the hindquarters typifies the gait which should be free, self-assured, and jaunty.
The tail of the Pug should be high set on the back. The ideal tail has two tight curls but one tight curl is acceptable. A loose curled tail or one that hangs down is not desirable.
The markings of the pug should be an intense black with clear definition on the muzzle mask, moles on the cheeks, thumb mark or diamond on the forehead, and on the back trace. The trace is the black line extending from the back of the head to the tail.
The Saint Bernard is a strong and powerful dog with a very tall and muscular body and a large powerful head. They have a wide skull, with high cheek bones and a distinct furrowing of the brow. The skin of their foreheads is very wrinkled, often giving them a rather stern expression, particularly if they also possess a dark mask.
The Saint Bernard has a short muzzle, and does not taper. The bridge is straight and sometimes slightly broken. They have strong sound teeth with either a scissors bite or an even bite. Their mouths often have a black roof.
The Saint Bernard's nose is very broad with wide open nostrils. Their noses and lips are always black. They have medium sized ears, particularly when compared to the size of their heads. They stand slightly away from the head at the base and then drop sharply, clinging to the head. Their ear flaps are soft and tender and forms a rounded triangle which is slightly elongated toward the point.
The Saint Bernard's eyes are set toward the front of the head, and are always dark brown. They are medium sized and deep set, giving the dog a friendly and intelligent expression.
The Saint Bernard has a neck that slopes slightly downward, except when at attention. Their shoulders are broad and withers are strongly pronounced. Their chest is moderately deep and their backs are very broad and strong. They have straight strong legs with a long heavy tail and broad feet with strong toes.
The head should be large, massive and round, but without indentations in the skull. The face if viewed from the side should appear rather flat no over protrusion of the muzzle or chin. The eyes should be dark, but prominently large and bold. The ocular shape should be globular. A pug's expression should be ever changing from soft, solicitous, and lustrous to full of fire and life when excited. The bite should be slightly undershot. The ears should be black, thin, small, and soft with a feel of velvet. The ears should either rose or button, with the latter being preferred. Button ears fold over with the fold being level with the top of the skull but the tips should not hang pass the corner of the eyes.
The pug should have large and deep facial wrinkles, with the color making the wrinkles more prominent by being darker on the inside rather than the outside. Over the nose should be one large, major wrinkle.
The gait of the pug should square, strong, and free. The body is short and cobby, wide in chest and well ribbed up. The slight roll of the hindquarters typifies the gait which should be free, self-assured, and jaunty.
The tail of the Pug should be high set on the back. The ideal tail has two tight curls but one tight curl is acceptable. A loose curled tail or one that hangs down is not desirable.
The markings of the pug should be an intense black with clear definition on the muzzle mask, moles on the cheeks, thumb mark or diamond on the forehead, and on the back trace. The trace is the black line extending from the back of the head to the tail.
Rhodesian Ridgeback
The official breed standard for the Rhodesian Ridgeback states the breed is strong, muscular, and actively athletic--also symmetrical and balanced in outline. Considered to be a very handsome and upstanding dog, the Rhodesian Ridgeback is capable of extreme endurance and speed. In addition to that, it is considered to be symmetrical in outline with the build of the dog longer than tall, but still well-balanced. The most outstanding feature of this breed is the ridge on its back, starting with two identical whorls (called crowns) directly behind the shoulders while tapering to a point between the hipbones. The ridge of hair that runs along its back runs in the opposite direction compared to the rest of its coat.
The head is an outstanding characteristic of the breed, free of wrinkles when resting. With a flat skull that is broad between the ears, the eyes are moderately well apart and round in shape with its color matching in harmony that of the breed's color. The ears are set high and are of medium size, while they sit on the head with a wide base and tapering to a rounded point. The muzzle is long, deep and powerful while the nose is black, brown, or liver colored--similar to the eyes, keeping with the color of the dog's fur--black noses are accompanied by dark eyes, amber eyes are accompanied by brown or live colored noses.
Instantly alert at all times, the breed is not a barker but instead is not only a hunter but also a family protector, an affectionate trustworthy companion for adults and young children both. A quiet and gentle dog, the Rhodesian Ridgeback can be quite busy and energetic as a puppy and young adult. Keeping them on a leash is mandatory if living in a city or crowded area, as they can be very protective and combative if not trained properly.
The head is an outstanding characteristic of the breed, free of wrinkles when resting. With a flat skull that is broad between the ears, the eyes are moderately well apart and round in shape with its color matching in harmony that of the breed's color. The ears are set high and are of medium size, while they sit on the head with a wide base and tapering to a rounded point. The muzzle is long, deep and powerful while the nose is black, brown, or liver colored--similar to the eyes, keeping with the color of the dog's fur--black noses are accompanied by dark eyes, amber eyes are accompanied by brown or live colored noses.
Instantly alert at all times, the breed is not a barker but instead is not only a hunter but also a family protector, an affectionate trustworthy companion for adults and young children both. A quiet and gentle dog, the Rhodesian Ridgeback can be quite busy and energetic as a puppy and young adult. Keeping them on a leash is mandatory if living in a city or crowded area, as they can be very protective and combative if not trained properly.
Rottweiler
Rottweilers are black in base coat color with clearly defined tan or mahogany markings on the cheeks, muzzle, chest, legs, and eyebrows. They have a strong, powerful and muscular body. The head is broad and has a rounded forehead. The eyes are warm, dark brown and an almond shape. Ears lie flat to the head and are triangular in shape. The neck is muscular and powerful without any loose skin, sloping parallel with the back. The chest is broad and deep, reaching to elbow, with well pronounced fore chest. Back is straight and strong. Loins are squat, deep and well muscled. An adult Rottweiler should have a slight tuck up. Legs are long and well muscled. Feet are straight with compact well arched toes. The pads of the Rottie are thick and well padded. Nails are black and strong. The inside of the mouth is black, but the toungue is pink. Rotties have a scissor bite. The tail of a Rottie is usually docked at the first joint in Countries where this practice is still accepted, and it should lay parallel with the back.
Saint Bernard
The Saint Bernard has a short muzzle, and does not taper. The bridge is straight and sometimes slightly broken. They have strong sound teeth with either a scissors bite or an even bite. Their mouths often have a black roof.
The Saint Bernard's nose is very broad with wide open nostrils. Their noses and lips are always black. They have medium sized ears, particularly when compared to the size of their heads. They stand slightly away from the head at the base and then drop sharply, clinging to the head. Their ear flaps are soft and tender and forms a rounded triangle which is slightly elongated toward the point.
The Saint Bernard's eyes are set toward the front of the head, and are always dark brown. They are medium sized and deep set, giving the dog a friendly and intelligent expression.
The Saint Bernard has a neck that slopes slightly downward, except when at attention. Their shoulders are broad and withers are strongly pronounced. Their chest is moderately deep and their backs are very broad and strong. They have straight strong legs with a long heavy tail and broad feet with strong toes.
Siberian Husky
The Siberian Husky is a beautiful gracious animal, a dog that sees through you and knows your disposition even before he has met you. He seems arrogant and prince-like, not deeming every man worthing of his attention. He seems somewhat like a gentle giant, in the meaning he looks kind but still requires respect. Once accepted by a Siberian first then may you experience the loving and awesome disposition of this beautiful creature. The Siberian loves to run and play, being very insightful to the body language of other dogs he almost always becomes a quick friend with most of them. A Siberian seldom argues and will much rather flee then fight, but a dog that offends the husky's honor will see the husky is definitely willing to defend it. Breeders have been vary keen on breeding well tempered dogs as it is a must that the dogs can work together and with a human leader. He is a strong, compact working dog with fantastic colors and patterns. They can have different eye coloration as well from clear blue to dark brown, in fact even partial coloration is usual such as bi-color ( one blue and one brown eye) and parti-eyed (two different colors in one eye). The Siberian husky has a thick undercoat which makes it possible for the Sibe to withstand temperatures as low as -58 degrees to -76 degrees F (-50 to -60 C ).
The coat of a Siberian Husky ranges in color from Jet Black to Pure White. The colors include black and white, Jet black, silver (dilute) black and reddish black.
The coat of a Siberian Husky ranges in color from Jet Black to Pure White. The colors include black and white, Jet black, silver (dilute) black and reddish black.
