Meet the breeds! This section dedicated to those animals we love! Look for different breeds in each magazine! Information taken from www.akc.org. For more information, visit https:// www.akc.org/dog-breeds
Australian Shepherd Australian Shepherd, a lean, tough ranch dog, is one of those ‘only in America’ stories: a European breed perfected in California by way of Australia. Fixtures on the rodeo circuit, they are closely associated with the cowboy life. The Australian Shepherd, the cowboy’s herding dog of choice, is a medium-sized worker with a keen, penetrating gaze in the eye. Aussie coats offer different looks, including merle (a mottled pattern with contrasting shades of blue or red). In all ways, they’re the picture of rugged and agile movers of stock. Aussies exhibit an irresistible impulse to herd, anything: birds, dogs, kids. This strong work drive can make Aussies too much dog for a sedentary pet owner. Aussies are remarkably intelligent, quite capable of hoodwinking an unsuspecting novice owner. In short, this isn’t the pet for everyone. But if you’re looking for a brainy, tireless, and trainable partner for work or sport, your search might end here.
Did you know? During the silent movie era, before Rin Tin Tin, and Lassie, a canine star was born. Bunk, an Australian Shepherd, was the sidekick along with Scout the Appaloosa horse, of cowboy star Jack Hoxie. His mother was imported from Australia, and whelped a litter on the voyage. He was the only pup in the litter to survive the long voyage. The sailors took care of him and gave him the name Bunk.
Scottish Terrier A solidly compact dog of vivid personality, the Scottish Terrier is an independent, confident companion of high spirits. Scotties have a dignified, almost-human character. Their terrier persistence has earned the breed the nickname ‘the Diehard.’ The well-known Scottie silhouette is that of a short-legged but substantial terrier with distinctive furnishings at the beard, legs, and lower body. The wiry topcoat and soft, dense undercoat coat can be black, wheaten yellow, or a brindle-stripe pattern. Bright, piercing eyes, and erect ears and tail, convey keen alertness, a hallmark of Britain’s terrier breeds. The Scottie working style has been described as efficient and businesslike, and their aloofness toward strangers makes them excellent watchdogs. Their hunting instinct remains strong, which can complicate life for the neighbor’s cat, and Scotties are known to be cantankerous around other dogs. This bold and clever Scotsman enjoys brisk walks and upbeat play. Did you know? The Scottish Terrier is America’s Christmas Dog. The breed is found on clothing, cards, wrapping paper, and other items. One
of the most famous Scottish Terriers is Fala. Fala was owned by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and was a national icon. During the Battle of the Bulge, American soldiers asked one another the name of the President’s dog, expecting the answer “Fala,” as a supplementary safeguard against German soldiers attempting to infiltrate American ranks.
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