Description: The Border Terrier is a small terrier with a wiry coat, dark eyes, black nose, and small V-shaped ears. It has a short muzzle, and its jaws meet in a scissors bite. Its tail is short and is tapering, with a thick base. The tail is carried level with the back unless the Border Terrier moves it.

Dynamics: The Border Terrier is a lively and gentle dog. It is loyal and eager to please, which makes it easy to train. Its affectionate manner makes it excellent with children and unaggressive. It may grow up to be timid if not properly socialized since puppyhood.

The Border Terrier is a bold hunter. It likes to dig and wiggle their way in and out of holes. This breed generally gets along with other dogs, but is not to be trusted with hamsters, rabbits, rats, or birds. The Border Terrier needs to be attended to most of the time because it gets restless when left alone.

Breed Group: Terrier

Weight: males 13-16 lbs (6-7 kg), females 11-14 lbs (5-6 kg)

Height: males 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), females 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)

Color: The coat of the Border Terrier can be red, blue and tan, tan, and grizzle and tan. White hair on the chest is okay, but white hair on the feet is not acceptable.

Country of Origin: The Border Terrier originates in the Cheviot Hills near the English and Scottish border. It was bred to help drive foxes away from the farms.

Grooming: In grooming the Border Terrier, brushing the coat weekly and having professional grooming twice a year is enough. Bathe the dog only when necessary.

Activities: The Border Terrier needs lot of exercise to cope up with its huge amount of stamina. This breed is known to hunt down fox, marten, otter, and badger. Other talents include tracking, watchdogging, agility, and competitions and performances.

Other Info: The Border Terrier has a life expectancy of 15 or more years. It is prone to CECS (Canine Epileptoid Cramping Syndrome) or “Spike’s Disease”, which is a canine health problem common in Border Terriers. This breed doesn’t exhibit any pain even when it is seriously ill so the owner must pay close attention always. The Border Terrier will get along fine in an apartment as long as it is taken outdoors from time to time and exercised.

Description: The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog with a body longer than it is tall. There are two varieties of Border Collie: one with coarse hair, and one with sleek hair. The coarse-haired variety has a mane and a tail brush. For both the varieties, the hair on the face, ears, and front legs is always short and sleek.

The head of the Border Collie is fairly wide, with a distinct stop. The nose is black and the ears, set high on the head, are usually half-perked. The eyes are dark brown, except in merles where the eyes can be blue. The teeth forms a scissors bite.

Dynamics: The Border Collie is an intelligent and energetic dog. It can be easily trained and is highly talented in obedience competitions, agility, and Frisbee. It is generally a happy and contented dog, though it may get aggressive with other male dogs. Most of the time, it gets along well with other breeds, though. The Border Collie is also good with children and other household pets. It has to be socialized well since puppyhood to help overcome shyness.

The Border Collie is serious in its work and is very eager to please. It is intelligent and active enough to do have extensive daily exercises and some work to do. Attention must be given to the Border Collie because bad behavior may arise when it gets bored and has nothing to do. It may be snappish and nip at the heels of people, due to its herding instincts. There may also be a time when it would challenge an owner’s authority. This breed can become dominant, although not every Border Collie has this problem.

Breed Group: Herding

Weight: males 30-45 lbs (14-20 kg), females 27-42 lbs (12-19 kg)

Height: males 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), females 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)

Color: The coat of the Border Collie can be black and white, tricolor, red and white, black and gray, or all black. White is not the main color.

Country of Origin: The Border Collie comes from Northumberland, on the Scottish and English border. It is descended from old British herding breeds and some spaniel.

Grooming: In grooming the Border Collie, regular combing and brushing is needed to keep its coat shining. Bathe or dry shampoo only when needed. The coat and the ears has to be checked regularly for ticks.

Activities: The Border Collie needs both exercise and work in its daily life. Work and physical exercises come natural to them. Herding is a natural hobby for this breed. The Border Collie has a habit of crouching down and almost hypnotizing the herded animals with their stare. This breed is also used for bomb and narcotics detection, competitions and performances, police work, search and rescue, and as guide dogs for the blind and handicapped.

Other Info: The Border Collie has a life expectancy of 12-15 years. It a generally healthy breed but are still prone to hip dysplasia, PRA, and Collie Eye Anomaly (an eye disease common to Collies). It may also be allergic to fleas and prone to epilepsy and deafness. The Border Collie is not suitable for apartment life. This is a very active and workaholic breed that it needs a lot of space and area to spend its energy on.

AKA: n/a
Description: The Canis Panther is considered as the ultimate pet protector because they are strong and very muscular breed that has a broad chest and jaw with a fine nose. Their ears are cropped, tail is docked and rear dews removed. They have short-haired coat with a variety of colors like chocolate, black, fawn, and blue gray.

Temperament: This breed is a very loyal as well as devoted to its owner and could be the best protector at all times. An intelligent breed, easy to train that its handler wouldn’t had a hard time during their trainings. Also, they are a loving dog especially to the family. Canis Panther excels in areas of obedience and agility too. When it comes to socialization, if trained they could be friendly to others and to children although a supervision is required since large breed dogs is not best for children. They are very sensitive to strangers and defensive-minded especially when they could sense some bad intentions towards their owner and family.

Activity: Canis Panther requires a large yard for them to run and most importantly, they should be taken for a walk daily

Grooming: They have smooth ad short hair so it’s not difficult to groom.

Health Problems: typically, their life span is about 10-11 years and there is no related health issues for this breed.

Breed Group: Personal Protection
Color: solid colors of chocolate, buckskin, black, and blue.
Height:Males 27-30 inches (68-77 cm) Females: 24-27 inches (62-68)
Weight:Males 120-140 pounds (54-63 kg) Females 85- 105 pounds (38-48 kg)
Country Of Origin:USA

Dynamics: - This breed is very calm and loving to his handler and family. Easy to train, smart ans obedient kind of dog. Very devoted to its owner therefore they could offer a high protection. Could also socialize to others if trained earlier and could be sensitive to strangers.

AKA: Cane di Macellaio, Sicilian Branchiero, Italian Mastiff
Description: Cane Corso Italiano is a rare breed. A medium to large size breed, unicolor, robust and sturdy,nevertheless they are elegant also lean with powerful muscles. Their head is large and muzzle and upper portion of skull converge slightly and neck is strong and muscular, also long like its head with a chest well developed. They have an athletic build. They move with considerable ease. Its head is massive that expresses a dignified and proud expression. Eyes are medium in size & slightly protruding with black nose and large with ample open nostrils in line with nasal bridge. Ears are triangular and set wide. You will notice that they have shorter square muzzle than skull but strong and flat on its front portion. Their upper lips moderately hang and it cover the mandible so lips could determine the lower profile of its muzzle. They possess large, curved and thick jaws. Tails are set fairly high and never curled nor erect. Their hair is short and shiny very dense with light undercoat.

Temperament: Cane Corso Italiano is very protective and dominant that made them a perfect guard dog, extremely responsive and agile yet very responsive too that could be responsible especially to strangers that would invade the house or property of its owner. They have a stable balanced temperament that makes this breed a perfect companion and protector but very gentle. They could also be sociable its family, children and other dogs as long as they are trained to socialize from their puppy stage. Moreover, they are very loyal and could be a good pet at home too and not just a guard dog. When it comes to trainings, they are very attentive and willing to learn. For this breed, an experienced owner for them to know the basics of its training and obedience should be imposed. Their ears were originally cropped to help them ward off livestock hence, it is very sensitive than its other body parts and they are resistant to pain that makes them more strong to fight any other electrical invisible fence.

Activity: Corso could be fine indoors but they are a very athletic dog so they require daily exercise. They could be a good jogging companion. They should be taken for a daily brisk walk or jog. To help them maintain its good behavior and attitude as well as for a healthy growth.
Grooming: They don’t require heavy grooming because they just have short hair and not a heavy shedder. An occasional combing to remove dead hair would be fine.

Health Problems: A typical bone and joint problems. Their life span is about 10 to 11 years.

Breed Group: Mastiff, Guard Dog
Color: Black, plumb-gray, slate, light gray, blue/gray, light fawn, deer fawn, dark fawn and tubby (very well marked stripes on different shades of fawn and gray)
Height: Males 24-27 inches (64-68 cm.) Females 23-25 inches (60-64 cm.)
Weight: Males 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg.) Females 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg.)
Country Of Origin:Italy

Dynamics:
- Corso breed is guard dog and very loyal to its owner but could be gentle and be calm at home. If trained properly, they could also be sociable to others and other dogs too. They are very athletic so they enjoy being outdoor for a walk or jog.

AKA: Qimmiq, Canadian Inuit Dog
Description: This breed is one of the five indigenous dogs that canada is proud to call as their own. They are called “Qimmiq” which simply means dog. They are very popular in most arctic groups since they could pull the heaviest load on the greatest distance with just little amount of food intake. This is because they are born a working dog to pull. They are extremely a versatile dog, that is used for transportation,hauling sleds and packing. They also help in hunting activities near the arctic cirlce. Canadian Eskimo dog is powerfully built that had big bones on its body. Strong built capable for a working dog. They have long coat,thick and straight, that its outer layer is waterproof, variable in color and serves as protection against temperatures that fall below freezing.

Temperament: They require firm training that has a hard earned instinct for survival. But they are also a gentle and affectionate companion. They do not usually bark but howls like a fox.They could be friendly to children and other dogs if properly socialized.

Activity: They needed a lot of exercise because they are a working dog. They pull sleds for transportation. Lack of exercise could lead them to boredom and would cause destructiveness. They can catch an 18-inch frozen fish and down it completely in two bites. It happens so fast, the fish never even touches the ground.

Grooming:Once a week brushing to help stimulate new growth of hair and be done once a day if they are shedding.

Breed Group: Working Dog
Color: Variety of colors. The most common include: black, white, red, grey, silver, and cinnamon.
Height: 20-27 inches
Weight: 60 - 105 lbs
Country Of Origin: Canada

Dynamics:
- Canadian Eskimo Dogs are a hard working dog since they are born to be trained to pull sleds. They are also gentle as companion that needs a lot of exercise always to be fit for work.

AKA: Bichon Bolognese

Description: The Bolognese is a small and compact dog with long and fluffy hair. Its hair is long all over the body, though shorter on the muzzle. The hair is in flocks and never form fringes. The body of the Bolognese is squarely. The neck is without dewlap. The tail is carried curved over its back.

The head of the Bolognese has an accentuated stop. It is slightly egg-shaped with the upper part flat. The nose is large and black. The jaw forms a scissors bite, although some has a pincer bite. The eyes are dark and round. The ears are set high on the head and long, hanging down.

Dynamics: The Bolognese is not a very active breed though it likes to play. It is serious, reserved, and shy. It enjoys the company of people, though, and is very attached and devoted to its owner and family. With its family and loved ones, it is playful and cheerful. It may sometimes sulk and howl mournfully when it is not given attention.

The Bolognese is very obedient and eager to please. It is timid with strangers but is generally a friendly dog. It gets along well with other animals, too.

Breed Group: Toy, Companion Dog

Weight: 4.5-9 lbs (2.5-4 kg)

Height: males 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), females 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)

Color: The Bolognese has a coat color of pure white. No other color patches and no other shade of white.

Country of Origin: The Bolognese comes from Italy, where it has been known since the Roman era. It is sometimes confused with the Maltese but is really more closely related to the Bichon Frise and Havanese.
Activities: The Bolognese has energy enough for a lot of play sessions. This breed generally serves as a toy or companion dog.

Other Info: The Bolognese has a life expectancy of 14 years. It is suited to live in an apartment so long as it is taken outdoors occasionally. In grooming the Bolognese, daily brushings and monthly grooming sessions are recommended.

AKA: Czesky Terrier, Cesky Terrier

Description: The Bohemian Terrier is a moderately long dog with a robust body and short legs. It has a long head with a bushy beard, a mustache, and bushy eyebrows. The eyes are brown for the gray-blue dog and yellow for the brown one. The blue-gray dog has black nose and lips while the brown dog has liver ones. The ears are triangular, and folds close to the head. The tail is 7-8 inches long, undocked, and carried horizontally when the Bohemian Terrier gets excited.

Dynamics: The Bohemian Terrier is calm but playful dog. It is sweet and affectionate, and is excellent with children. This is also a loyal and protective breed, only fairly friendly with strangers but still attentive.

The Bohemian Terrier is easy to train. It is very important to socialize it since puppyhood for it to get along very well with people and other dogs and animals. Despite times when it becomes stubborn and feisty, the Bohemian Terrier is an excellent companion dog.

Breed Group: Gun Dog, Terrier

Weight: 13-23 lbs (6-10 kg)

Height: 10-13 inches (25-32 cm)

Color: The Bohemian Terrier comes in various shades of gray-blue (with tan, gray, white, or yellow markings) or light coffee brown. Puppies are born black though, and the coat lightens only when the dog is two years old. The skin pigment is gray for the blue-gray dog and flesh-colored for the brown one.

Country of Origin: The Bohemian Terrier comes from the Czech Republic, bred by Frantisek Horak. This breed was only recognized back in 1963.

Grooming: Regular trimming is needed in grooming the Bohemian Terrier. Long hair on the stomach, legs, and around the face is left alone. Clip the hair with electric clippers. Its long hair has to be brushed and combed at least twice a week. Clip away excess hair from the pads of the feet and in the ear passages.

Activities: The Bohemian Terrier is a very active breed. It enjoys running and playing. It has an average demand for exercise. Aside from being a great companion dog, this breed is also used for hunting, tracking, and as a watch and guard dog.

Other Info: The Bohemian Terrier has a life expectancy of 12-15 years. It is a generally healthy breed, although it is prone to Scottie Cramp (a minor condition causing awkward movement). The Bohemian Terrier will be fine in an apartment as long as it is taken outdoors from time to time.

AKA: Kelef K’naani

Description: This breed an herding and flock guardian dog. Also a very loyal breed, with medium sized square shaped strong body, with moderately deep chest. They are of moderate substance which combines its agility, endurance and strength. Their head is shaped like a blunt wedge that is shallow, nose is a bit slanted and dark. They have an almond shaped eyes,dark brown in color that also goes with its color & obliquely set with black rims. Ears are erect & medium in size. Canaan jaws are perfectly strong with complete scissor bite also their neck is muscular too, medium in length and well arched with muscular well laid shoulder, medium boned. They have strong, cat like feet and the tail is curled over its back especially when feel excited or happy. The first four imports in US comes in white with black mask and patches now its subsequent imports comes in a variety of color patterns.

Temperament: This breed is very intelligent, dependent and obedient dog. They positively respond to their trainings but should also give them time to rest since they could also get bored to repetitive trainings. They are outstanding at agility& tracking and could always think independently. They are a very loyal breed to their owners. Also, vigilant and confident. They are very alert & protective but also lively. They could be too aggressive to their same gender dogs and are a one family dog, defensive on their territory. It is recommended to be socialized to other dogs and to other people as well while still on their puppy hood days so they would not be aloof and could be wary to strangers except to those he could recognize. That is why early socialization is needed to this kind of breed for them to be able to determine strangers from people he knows.

Activity: They could live in an apartment provided he must get enough exercise daily. They enjoy playing outdoors, an average sized yard would be best for them. Their dense undercoat serves as protection from extreme temperatures may it during summer or winter season. Long daily walk and jog is required for them because they are a working dog so sitting around could not do good for them. They needed full amount of exercise, both mental and physical activities.

Grooming: This breed is easy to groom because they have short hair and no doggie odor. They are very clean. They only require once a week of brushing and combing. Extra care is needed only when they are shedding, only seasonal for Canaan breed.
Health Problems: This breed is very healthy with only one lowest rate of having a hip dysplasia compared to any other breeds. Their life expectancy is from 12-15 years.

Breed Group: Livestock, Herding, Primitive, Southern
Color: Solid black, Brown, and White, or in a patched pattern of white with black or brown.
Height: 19-24 inches (48-61 cm.)
Weight: 35-55 pounds (16-25 kg.)
Country Of Origin: Israel

Dynamics:
- Canaan dogs are loyal breed, calm that could be a house dog. Very intelligent and alert and could also become friendly if they are being socialized to other people other than its owner also to other dogs.

AKA: Cairn-Poo

Description: This is not a pure breed dog they are crossed between Cairn Terrier and Poodle. They are an agile and high spirited. Since they are a mixed breed, their looks is also a combination of the two breeds like their coat which is somewhat curly and others are slightly wavy, very thin and short all over their body and coat is longer on their face. They show a hardy appearance with dark and large eyes and broad head.

Temperament: This cross bred is loyal and friendly, also affectionate. They acquired the boldness of a terrier as well as the sensitivity of a poodle but others are a mix of both traits. They are also very sociable especially with children and other non-canine pets. But they its not good for them to be left alone for a longer period of time because they demand full attention. Moreover, They should be engaged in a lot of activities to lessen or avoid making them feel bored and lonely so they wouldn’t become destructive. Another is that they are an alert dog, they bark when there are some suspicious strangers.

Activity: They could live in an apartment should be exercised like playing in a secured open yard and also a secured leash when taken to a walk. In indoors, they should have a safe toys for them to enjoy their play.

Grooming: They should be bathed regulary with a mild shampoo and be brushed a lot of times in a week to make them feel good and to prevent tangle and matting. Dental hygiene is also important for them to protect their teeth from early loss.

Health Problems: They are prone to such health issues as PRA, luxating patella, heart problems, portal shunt, and CMO.

Breed Group: Designer Dogs
Color: A varying mixture of cream, red, black, and gray.
Height: Male: 10-15, Female: 10-15 inches
Weight: Male: 10-15, Female: 10-15 inches

Dynamics: Cairnoodle is a very sociable and friendly dog, also playful but could also be sensitive if left alone resulting to be very destructive. Also, They could be calm but not to some suspicious strangers;they bark to announce it. And they are not hard to groom it will only take some simple basic steps.

AKA: Chodsky Pes, Chodenhund, Czech Sheepdog, Bohemian Herder

Description: The Bohemian Shepherd is a medium-sized dog with long thick fur and rich undercoat. Its body is longer than it is tall, and has a great build. It is compact and well-proportioned. Its ears stand erect and pointed, highly set on its head. This breed has a fluid gait, light and patient.

Dynamics: The Bohemian Shepherd is a patient yet active dog. It is not aggressive and can be easily trained. It has a patient temperament and gets along well with children and other dogs and pets. It is not prone to any unstable behavior. It is friendly and devoted to its family and children but is reserved with strangers.

The Bohemian Shepherd makes a great watch dog and companion dog. It has an excellent nose, is agile and is very obedient. It also excels as a guide dog and is excellent in working alongside handicapped people.

Breed Group: not recognized by any kennel club

Weight: 35-55 lbs (16-25 kg)

Height: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm)

Color: The Bohemian Shepherd’s coat color is black and tan.

Country of Origin: The Bohemian Shepherd originates in the Czech Republic. It has been known to exist there since the 1300s and has been professionally bred since the 1500s.

Grooming: The Bohemian Shepherd is easy to groom despite its long hair. Occasional brushing is enough. Like any other shepherd dog, it udnergoes normal shedding in the summer.

Activities: The Bohemian Shepherd is very active, hardworking, and loves a great challenge. This breed is used for herding, search and rescue, service-training, agility, and sledding. It is also an excellent watch and guard dog, as well as a patient companion dog.

Other Info: The Bohemian Shepherd can live indoors and outdoors. What is important is that it can connect with the people it is with since this breed is people-oriented.