Understand Rottweiler History To Understand Your Dog

Article Title: Understand Rottweiler History To Understand Your
Dog
Author: Sharon A Davies

There is little doubt in the mind of anyone who comes across
the impressive Rottweiler that they appear to be a force that
you do not want to go against. And that fear and respect is
justified by not only the actions of the dog today, but also
what this Rottweiler breed has done for people throughout the
ages. In order to get a good idea of how important, smart and
dedicated your Rottweiler can be, it is important to understand
the history behind this breed.

You may be surprised to learn that this breed didn't come about
as a mistake and that these dogs seemed to always have their
place in society and were used to help their human owners in
work and protection. By learning about the history of this
breed, you may be better suited to understand what is going on
behind that soft and gentle look on your dog's face which is
incased in a more rough and tumble exterior. By opening up, you
may be surprised at what you will learn.
This breed originally started many years ago and its ancestry
even goes all the way back into the times of ancient Rome. Back
then, the breed started as a Mastiff type dog, which was known
as the Roman drover. During the day, while soldiers would
travel, the drovers would herd cattle and then protect the
soldiers during the night. This breed served as an excellent
alarm in alerting the soldiers of surprise attacks.

But eventually, during the time of the many travels of Caesar,
some of the drovers ended up being left behind for various
reasons. It was the Germans who adopted the breed and took them
in to breed them as dogs that would serve their needs like the
needs of the soldiers were served. The Rottweiler actually got
its name from the town where the dog became known as the dog of
the butcher. This town was called Rottweil, Germany and it was
here that the Rottweiler was able to show off what it can do.

Although it seemed that the benefits the Rottweiler gave could
not go, the railroad came through and suddenly there was no
longer a need for the Rottweiler to pull barges and carts. This
meant that the main purposes that this breed was used for was
now gone and it was not looking so great for the Rottweiler as
they were jobless and soon to be homeless. But then, in 1910,
the Rottweiler was recognized as a police dog and helped not
only the police on the streets but also did their part in World
War II.

Then it was in 1931 that the American Kennel Club Stud Book
finally admitted the Rottweiler and for a decade, the popularity
of this breed was shown, as it always seemed to make the top ten
of the American Kennel Club's registered breeds. But in 2000,
that ended when the Rottweiler dropped into eleventh place but
the breed still keeps a warm spot in the hearts of many. The
Rottweiler is still one of the most loved, feared and respected
dogs to date and with the history behind them, it is
understandable.

About The Author: A lot of people feel fear when they look at
the Rottweiler and that is why Sharon Davies strives to make
others aware of how important and smart this breed is. When
thinking of getting a http://www.officialrottweilerguide.com/
Rottweiler as a guard dog, remember that there is much more to
them then just a scary looking dog. A lot of
http://www.officialrottweilerguide.com/Rottweiler.php Rottweiler
information can be found in different books or just by talking
with your vet.

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Havanese Breeder: Friend Or Fraud?

Article Title: Havanese Breeder: Friend Or Fraud?
Author: Fiona A Kelly

With Havanese puppies becoming so popular over the last forty
years, there has been a rash of dishonest breeders popping up in
an effort to make a profit on the ever increasing demand for
these playful little pups. These dishonest breeders, otherwise
known as puppy brokers, have little regard for the condition of
the lives of their dogs. Instead they are only interested in how
many pups they can churn out in a single breeding season.

While spotting an honest Havanese breeder may be a chore, it
really isn't all that difficult if you know what to look for.
These puppy brokers are usually the ones who supply Havanese
puppies to pet stores across the country. One of the first steps
to avoiding a dishonest Havanese breeder, is to be sure that you
do your due diligence and research any breeder you are
considering buying a puppy from. Part of doing this research, is
avoiding buying a pup from a pet store, and instead only
purchasing from an honest breeder.

The best way to know whether you are dealing with an honest
Havanese dealer is to thoroughly research any and all
documentation you are given both at the time of the sale, and
prior to the final delivery. This includes checking the online
databases to ensure that your dog is actually registered where
the breeder says they are. Unfortunately, registration papers
are relatively simple to forge, and many would-be Havanese
owners are duped every day. Fortunately for them, respected
registration organizations have online databases available where
you can research the registration of your pup's parents, to make
certain that you are getting your dog from an honest breeder.

Also, it is not uncommon for a dishonest Havanese breeder to
forge medical documentation. Since there are a great many
medical tests that need to be done on a Havanese pup when they
are born to ensure they do not carry any of the common genetic
health concerns that plague so many pups, it is important that
you make a point to call the veterinarian (and research them, as
well) listed on the paperwork to make certain that your pup has
actually had the testing done.
There are many other ways to tell whether or not the Havanese
breeder you are considering is an honest one. The most important
of which is whether or not you will be allowed to view the
conditions in which the pup is to be born. A dishonest Havanese
breeder will most likely come up with several different excuses
as to why you cannot see their kennels. If this is the case,
then you are most likely dealing with a puppy broker, and should
find another Havanese breeder immediately.

Often, you will need to wait several months, or even a couple
of years, to get the perfect Havanese pup. It is important to
remember that these dogs are well worth the wait it may take to
ensure that your pup is coming from an honest Havanese breeder.
Havanese puppies are prone to certain genetic disorders, and
fake breeders do not take the necessary steps to ensure healthy
pups that will be able to enjoy a long and healthy life with
their new owners.

About The Author: Fiona Kellyhas a special affinity for the
Havanese breed, and has made it their mission to show others the
proper way to recognize an honest breeder. Finding honest
Havanese breeders
http://www.havanese-puppy-guide.com/Havanese_Breeders/ doesn't
have to be a difficult experience for those who learn to
recognize the difference. For Havanese information
http://www.havanese-puppy-guide.com/Havanese.html in general,
and information on how to tell the difference between real and
fake Havanese breeders, this article is a must read.

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Keeping Your Dog Home And Safe

Article Title: Keeping Your Dog Home And Safe
Author: Joann Henry

Doesn't matter how big of a backyard you give your puppy they
will still try to get out. You can stop this though by making
sure that the fence is secure enough. This is important that the
pup has to stay in the fence because most all public places have
leash laws. That keeps them from roaming the street alone or
getting hurt by a car or another dog.

Available Fence Choices

There are several different kinds of fences that you can choose
from. The quality of the fence depends on a few things: What
does the budget look like? How big and strong will the dog get
to be? Does the area you live in have any restrictions in
installation of the fence or are there any issues you need to
think of such as gas or phone lines?

The fences that attract the most eyes when people pass are
those made of wrought iron, masonry, and wood stockade. These
usually cost more than other options. The fences that are
popular with those who are wanting to keep the cost down are
chain link fences. Others that are really expensive are out of
the question for most people due to budget constraints.

An electric fence is also an option to contain your puppy. The
electronic fence has a buried wire that goes around the area you
want the pup to stay in and a collar that the dog wears. When
the dog passes the wire he is given a shock. This will cause the
pup to back up and quickly learn stay away from that area. This
works well in areas that do not allow you to put a fence around
the property.

There are warnings with this fence though, if the pup sees a
cat or a car that they may chase it. They will be able to run
through the area with a quick shock and when the chase is over
they will not want to come back into the yard because they won't
want to be shocked. This effectively shuts them out of their
area.

The other little problem with an electronic fence is with the
space being left open the fence doesn't keep the pup away from
strangers or other animals. While the dog cannot leave the area
there is nothing stopping others from getting to your pup. If
your pup is a little territorial what ever enters could get
hurt.

Other Fencing Details To Keep In Mind

If your puppy is real small right now they will be able to pass
through some types of chain link fences. So you need to make
sure that you get a fence that has smaller chain link. So they
won't be able to pass through.

You also need to think about your dogs climbing skills dogs
like Pit bulls can climb the fence and be out. Some dogs like
huskies can tear the fence so you need to think about that as
well. Other dogs that are really tall like Great Danes will be
able to jump some fences. I have seen a Dane pup jump a six foot
fence from a stand still.

A stockade fence or masonry wall may be the best choice because
your dog cannot see or been seen from the other side of the
fence. With a stockade fence territorial problems between your
dog and other dogs in the neighborhood are a thing of the past.

About The Author: Joann Henry operates "Doggie Health Care"
http://www.DoggieHealthCare.com, a blog all about our pooches
health. Sign up to receive her newsletter, & not only will you
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