Month November 2022

Giant Schnauzer is a Schnauzer breed type developed in Germany in the mid 19th century. It is referred to as "Giant" in comparison with the other two Schnauzers breeds, Miniature and Standard Schnauzers respectively. Giant Schnauzers were originally bred for driving cattle to the market and guard dogs for merchants, farmers, and innkeepers. Currently, they are used as companion dogs, guide dogs, search and rescue dogs, military dogs, and police dogs.

Standard Schnauzer is a medium-sized farming dog breed from Germany. It is the progenitor of both Giant and Miniature Schnauzers. Standard Schnauzers are alert and will bark when they sense a threat to their homes and families. This makes them great watchdogs.

Miniature Schnauzer ( also known as Mini Schnauzer) is the smallest breed of the Schnauzer type that originated in Germany in the mid to late 1800. Other Schnauzer breeds include Standard Schnauzer and Giant Schnauzer. Of the three types, a Miniature Schnauzer is the most popular breed due to its small size and temperament. These dogs are regarded as non-shedding dogs which is not entirely true. They shed at minimal levels. However, the shed hair is trapped by the wiry outer coat. For this reason, they are considered hypoallergenic. In North America, Mini Schnauzer is categorized in the Terrier Group due its ratting background. Although, it doesn't share common ancestry with Terriers from Great Britain. When compared to Terriers, Mini Schnauzers have a more laid back personality and less aggressive to other dogs.

American Eskimo( also known as American Eskimo Dog or Eskies) is a small to medium sized companion dog of the Nordic type. It is known for its sparkling white or white with biscuit cream coat with a lion-like mane around the shoulders and chest. American Eskimos come in three varieties based on size; standard, miniature, and toy. These dogs share common resemblance with German Spitz, Samoyeds, Japanese Spitz, Volpino Italiano, Indian Spitz, and Danish Spitz.

Samoyed is a medium-sized herding dog from Siberia. It is known for its often white double coat, fluffy tail, and the 'Sammy Smile'. A Samoyed has earned the nickname Sammy Smile due to its happy and alert expression. This smile also has a practical function of keeping Samoyeds from drooling and preventing icicles from forming on the face. This is also a vocal breed that tends to bark whenever something approaches its territory making an excellent watchdog. However, it has a friendly disposition which makes it a poor guard dog. Samoyeds are great companions especially for small children and other dogs. They remain playful into their senior years.

Lhasa Apso is a non-sporting dog breed from Tibet that possesses a sharp loud bark. It was developed as a guard dog in palaces and monasteries. Lhasa Apsos are loyal, affectionate, and charming dogs. However, they are reserved with strangers.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a livestock guardian Dog from Turkey. However, in its native Country, the term"Anatolian Shepherd" is not popular. This made the FCI to change the breed's standard in 2018 to Kangal Shepherd Dog. AKC recognizes Kangal and Anatolian Shepherds as the same breed. Some Turkish breeders describe Anatolian Shepherds as mixed dog breeds of all Turkish livestock guardian dogs. The UK Kennel Club has recognized Kangal as a separate breed since July 2012. However, it also stated that dogs registered under Anatolian Shepherds may be eligible if they are recognized under the name Turkish Kangal dogs instead.

A Boxer ( also referred to as Boxer Dog) is a medium to large short-haired mastiff-type of dog bred from Germany. It is a brachycephalic breed that is intolerant of hot weather. Boxers should be taken care of during extreme hot weather to prevent overheating. This is also a playful, energetic, and smart breed that tends to be very good with kids. Boxers are protective but also spirited with children which makes them a popular choice as family pets.

Tibetan Mastiff is a large guardian dog from Tibetan Plateau. It was originally bred By Tibetan Nomads to protect the herd, flock, family, and tent or home as well as guard the great monasteries of Tibet. Therefore, most Tibetan Mastiffs are highly protective and aloof of strangers. Naturally a guard dog, the close relationship between man and Tibetan Mastiffs has given the breed an almost uncanny understanding of people in ways other breeds cannot.

Basset Hound is a medium to large sized short-legged scent hound bred for hunting hare. They come in second position in scent trail after Bloodhounds. In the United States, Basset Hounds were popularized to family pets from hunting dogs through commercials like Hush Puppies Shoes and cartoons like Fred the Basset. The breed's charm is the sad clown it portrays due to the hanging skin structure which makes the face to have a sad look.