Labradoodle Dogs

What Are Labradoodle Dogs?

Labradoodle Dogs are a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. It was the most popular breed of “designer dog” in the United States until the Puggle burst onto the hybrid dog scene in 2005. The goal of the breed mix is to retain the intelligence, aloofness, and non-shedding coat of the Poodle, along with the loyalty, loveability, and cheerful high energy of the Labrador.

Today’s Australian Labradoodle breed is different from the early crosses in that it doesn’t limit parentage to strictly the Labrador Retriever and Poodle. Australian Labradoodles may also have Irish Water Spaniels, English and American Cocker Spaniels, and Curly Coated Retrievers among their ancestors. An ancestral mix of temperament, easy trainability, non-shedding coat, and sturdy body type is the common goal of Labradoodle breeders. Australian Labradoodle Dogs can have one of two coat types: wool or fleece. The wool coat is completely free of shedding, while some fleece-coated dogs may exhibit very slight shedding.

There is a movement among breeders to block Labradoodles from becoming a recognized breed. Labradors are genetically prone to weak hips, and it is believed these type of problems will continue to manifest in the Labradoodle. Neither the Labrador Retriever Club nor the Poodle Club of America recognize Labradoodles, and both have issued statements against the breeding.

Labradoodle Dog size

Miniature: 14 to 16 (not over 17) inches (or about 35-42cm) from the wither to ground measurement. There is no correlation between height and sex in the miniature size . Weight range tends toward 7-12 kg or about 30-45 lbs.

Medium: 17 to 20 (not over 21) inches (or about 45-52 cm) from the wither to ground measurment. The ideal size for the female is 17-19 inches and the male is 18-20 inches. Weight range tends toward 13-20 kg or about 30-45 lbs.

Standard: 21 to 24 (not over 25) inches ( or about 43-52 cm) form the wither to ground measurement. The ideal size for the female is 21-23 inches and the male is 22-24 inches. Weight range tends toward 23-30 kg or 50-65 lbs. Oversize is a major fault.

Traning: Labradoodle Dogs are very easy to train in basic and advanced obedience. With the traits of the Labrador and Poodle the Labradoodle is quick to learn just about any command taught.

Electronic pet containment is a breeze with Labradoodle Dogs. The key is to find a dog fence company that uses true dog professionals not just another fence company. The Labradoodle can be ruined by an inexperienced trainer or by a “just shock them into staying in the yard” mentality.

Beagles

At a glance:

• Breed Group: Beagle
• Height: 13 to 16 inches
• Weight: 20 to 25 lbs
• Color: black & tan, red & white, orange & white, lemon & white.
• Life Expectancy: 12 – 15 years
• Average litter size: 7

History:

The Beagle dog breed can be traced back to the reign of King Edward III who used them during the Hundred Years’ War. The name is derived from the Old English word “beag”, meaning small. Originally used to hunt hares and wild rabbit in Wales and France, beagles are also known to have aided in hunting for wild pigs and deer in the Scandinavian region. Subsequently, they began to be used as gundogs for tracking as well as retrieving in the United States and Canada. The current breed is thought to have descended from the cross between the Harrier and other breeds of hound in England.

The type of work the breed does:

This breed is used in hunting pheasants, hares and quails. They have also become an integral part of narcotics detection teams because of their sharp sense of smell. You may have seen Beagles in the news for fruit fly detection with US Customs officials and insect detection (termites) for home buyers. Beagles have developed into very good companion pets as well.

Physical Representation:

The Beagle is a small but sturdy and squarely-built dog. Its medium length coat is short, hard and sleek and comes in a wide range of color combinations including red and white, black and tan, orange and white as well as lemon and white. They have a round and broad skull with a straight muzzle which is square in shape. The extremely sensitive nose is inevitably black in color. The eyes are either brown or hazel in color with an identifiable pleading expression and the drooping ears are long and wide. The Beagle has round and strong feet and the tail is carried gaily behind the body.

Personality and Temperament:

The Beagle is inherently active, playful and affectionate. Its curious and brave personality along with its almost continuous tail-wagging tendency has endeared it to all dog-lovers. They are known to be very good companions for children and are comfortable in the presence of other dogs as well. If you intend keeping your beagle along with other non-canine pets, make sure you start socializing him early itself. These dogs have a mind of their own and need to be handled firmly and patiently when training. Beagles like to be in the company of people and should preferably not be left alone for extended periods of time. This breed is not the easiest to train.

Care:

This breed does not require elaborate grooming. Its coat is easy to maintain by regularly brushing with a firm-bristle brush. Though these dogs can be bathed regularly, dry shampooing should be done only when necessary. The ears should be checked regularly for infection. These dogs are average shedders.

Living environment:

Though they manage to stay quite active indoors, they look forward to a good romp around in the back yard. They require plenty of physical activity. Daily walks are advisable but a leash is imperative as their curious nature makes them liable to wander off while following a particular scent.

Basset Hounds

At a glance:

• Breed: Group: Hunting Dogs
• Height: 13- 15 inches
• Weight:25- 35 lbs
• Color: Tricolor (black, white and tan), open red and white (white fur with red spots), closed red and white (white feet and tail on a solid red),
• Life Expectancy: 10-12 years
• Average litter size: 8

History:

The Basset Hounds are a down line of St. Hubert’s Hound, which is a French lineage. Friars of the medieval France desired a type of dog that can follow a scent and hunt a classic sport. Originally they were used to hunt hare and rabbits and were later taken in as serious hunting dogs. During the rule of Napoleon II they found tremendous popularity. These actually are one of the two breeds Basset Artesian Norman- the one that is straight legged so that its speed would not be hindered, identified in 1911

Type of Work the Breed Does:

Though they were previously used in hunting rabbits and hares, now they are popularly used for hunting foxes since hunting of hares became illegal. They mostly hunt in packs and as members of a club hunting. The hunt troop not only consists of huntsmen but also of Whipper-Ins who are responsible for the discipline of the pack. They are good for sniffing down the prey from under thick bushes and dense forests.

Physical Representation:

They generally have smooth haired coats though rough haired coats are not negligible. Any of the various colors are acceptable in the standard, Basset Hounds generally are of a tricolor, open red and white, closed red and white and shades of lemon or white. There are some grey and blue specimens as well but they are both rare and considered undesirable. They have ears that go downwards and have a lot of loose skin that allows the formation of wrinkles. The tails can sit upright with a curve though they are tapering and long.

Personality and Temperament:

The Basset Hounds are good at keeping their calm and can provide good companionship. They are emotionally very sensitive and make friends easily with strangers and children. Since they are pack dogs, they do not like to be left alone the whole day and in case they are alone they can cause trouble. They are often difficult to train but can be trained by promising a reward. In case they sense something out of place, they growl and bark while they mummer to get attention and whine to get food.

Care:

As an owner of these species, you should take a note of the Gastric Dilation Volvulus because this condition needs immediate veterinary care to survive. Again, excess weight gain should be checked on the long body with short legs so as to prevent musculoskeletal issues. The long ears should be regularly cleaned to avoid infection. The eyes can become irritated when they dry up.

Living environment:

They do not like to be left alone and can get in to trouble if they find themselves to be. They also like exercises as long hikes or hunting that allows the use of their nose.

Nov 04, 2008 | 0 | Hound Group