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| The Puppy Stop encourages that you research the breeds you're interested in before bringing your new puppy home. Find out what breeds best suit your home, kids and lifestyle. We want to see a loving life long relationship for all of our loving pups! |
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| BREEDS BY GROUPING - QUICK FACTS |
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| GOLDEN RETREIVER PUPPY |
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Temperament - Friendly, reliable and trustworthy. Understanding.
Affectionate. Very responsive and intelligent. Playful. Fits many life-styles.
Great, superb family dog.
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Color - Rich, lustrous golden of various shades
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Coat - Dense and water-repellent with good undercoat. May be
straight or wavy. Neither course nor silky.
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Large Breed - Usually around 60-90
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| LABRADOR RETRIEVER PUPPY |
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Temperament - Kindly, outgoing, tractable nature, eager to please
and non-aggressive. Outstanding family pet. Sometimes very puppyish for about a
year or so, then settles down.
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Color - Yellow, Black or Chocolate
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Coat - Short, straight and very dense
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Large Breed - Usually around
65-85lbs.
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| COCKER SPANIEL PUPPY |
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Temperament - Equable in temperament with no suggestion of
timidity
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Color - Black, Cream, Buff, Red, Parti-Color and Roan. Can have
white or tan points and markings.
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Coat - Body of medium length. Ears, chest abdomen and legs are
feathered. Silky, flat or slightly wavy
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Small to Medium Breed - Usually
around 15-25lbs.
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| ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIEL PUPPY |
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Temperament - Friendly, eager to please. Quick to learn and
willing to obey
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Color - Black or liver with white markings or reversed. Blue or
liver roan. Tricolor
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Coat - Outer and undercoat. Medium length, flat or
wavy.
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Medium Breed - Usually around
35-50lbs.
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| BASSET HOUND PUPPY |
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Temperament - Mild, never sharp nor timid. Capable of great field
endurance and is extreme in its devotion
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Color - All Hound colors acceptable, ie. Tri-color, Lemon and
White, Black and White, etc.
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Coat - Hard, smooth and short with density to be of use in all
weather. Skin is loose and elastic.
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Medium Breed - Range between
35-55lb.
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| BEAGLE PUPPY |
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Temperament - Warm personality. Admirable courage and stamina
while in the field. At home, bo gentler, more trustworthy friend could be
found.
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Color - Any true hound color.
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Coat - Close, hard, hound coat of medium length.
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Medium Breed - 13"-15";
20-35lbs.
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| DACHSHUND PUPPY ("Doxie") |
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Temperament - Outdoors the Doxie is hardy, vigorous and tireless;
Indoors he is affectionate and responsive, companionable in restful mood,
hilarious in play, alert in announcing strangers.
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Color - Red with or without shading(more common); Cream, Black,
Chocolate, Gray (blue) and Dapple.
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Coat - 3 coats available; smooth (more common), wire and
longhair Smooth is short, smooth and shining.
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Small Breed - Miniature (11lbs
& under)and Standard (over 11 lbs)
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| NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND PUPPY |
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The Norwegian Elkhound is bold and energetic, an effective guardian yet normally friendly, and does well with children, especially when introduced to them at a young age. The Elkhound is a very people-oriented breed and does not like to be shut away from its family. The breed does requires regular exercise, but does not require elaborate grooming procedures.
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| ALASKAN MALAMUTE PUPPY |
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Temperament - Affectionate, friendly dog, not a "one Man' dog.
Loyal, devoted companion, playful in invitation, but generally impressive by his
dignity after maturity..
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Color - Light gray, black, sable and red to red
sable.
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Coat - Thick, course guard coat. Never long and soft. Undercoat
is dense, oily and wooly.
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Large Breed - Range between
75-115lb.
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| BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG PUPPY |
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Temperament - Self confident. Exceptionally faithful.
Intelligent, strong and agile. The Bernese is an extremely hardy dog, thriving
in cold weather. He needs only a small amount of daily grooming to look well
kept. For his emotional development and well being he needs human companionship
and he is a willing and quick learner.
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Color - Tri-colored; Jet black with rich rust and clear white
markings.
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Coat - Thick, moderately long and slightly wavy or straight. A
bright, natural sheen.
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Large Breed - Range between
85-130lb.
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| CANE CORSO PUPPY |
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Intelligent, the Cane Corso is easily trained. As a large and athletic breed, they need a lot of exercise. They are affectionate to their owner and bond closely with children and family. Cane Corsos are light shedders, which make grooming simple – all they need is an occasional brushing.
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| BOXER PUPPY |
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Temperament - Developed to serve as guard, working and companion
dog he combines strength and agility with elegance and style. His expression is
alert and temperament steadfast and tractable. A great pet, excellent with
children.
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Color - Fawn, Fawn with white markings (flashy), Brindle,
Brindle with white markings
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Coat - Short, shiny, lying smooth and tight to the
body.
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Large Breed - 65-85lbs.
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| ROTTWEILER PUPPY ("Rottie") |
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Temperament - Calm, confident and courageous dog with a
self-assured aloofness. Responds quietly. He has an inherent desire to protect
home and family. Intelligent dog of extreme hardness and adaptability and
adaptability with a strong willingness to work, making him especially suited as
a companion, guardian and general all-purpose dog.
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Color - Black with rust or mahogany markings
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Coat - Outer coat is straight, course, dense of medium length
and lying flat.
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Large Breed - 85-130lbs.
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| SAINT BERNARD PUPPY |
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Both long-haired and short-haired Saint Bernards shed and need regular grooming. New owners should be prepared for drool – there is no such thing as a dry mouth Saint. This breed makes wonderful family companions with obedience training and daily exercise, but due to their larger size, may do better living in the country or suburbs.
Photo Courtesy AKC.org
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| SIBERIAN HUSKY PUPPY |
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Temperament - Friendly and gentle, but also alert and outgoing.
His intelligence, tractability and eager disposition make him an agreeable
companion and willing worker.
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Color - All from black to pure white. A variety of markings on
the head is common.
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Coat - Double and of medium length.
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Medium Sized Breed - 35-65
lbs.
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| CAIRN TERRIER PUPPY |
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- Temperament - Active, game, hardy, small working terrier of the
short-legged class. Intelligent. Good companion dog. "Toto" maybe is the most
famous Cairn.
- Color -
Anything but white. Usually wheaten, red, black
- Coat -
Hard and weather resistant. Must be double-coated with profuse harsh outer coat
and short, soft, close, furry undercoat. Non-shedding.
- Small Breed - Range usually between
12-18lbs
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| JACK RUSSELL TERRRIER PUPPY |
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- Temperament - Bold.
Friendly. Athletic and clever. Intelligent. At work a supreme courageous hunter.
At home he is playful, exuberant and overwhelmingly affectionate. Keep him
busy.
- Color - White,
white with black or tan markings
- Coat - Smooth,
double coat. Course and weatherproof. Some are broken and wire
haired.
- Small Breed - Range usually between
14-22lbs
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| MINIATURE SCHNAUZER PUPPY |
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- Temperament -
Elegant dog of the terrier group. A naturally happy temperament A charming and
attractive companion. Seldom addicted to wandering. Devoted to home and family
and functions well as a guard dog as he can give an alarm sounding like a large
dog. A wonderful family pet.
- Color - Salt &
Pepper; Black & Silver and solid black.
- Coat - Double, with
hard, wiry, outer coat and close undercoat.
Non-shedding.
- Small Breed - Usually
12-19lbs.
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| SOFT COATED WHEATEN TERRIER PUPPY |
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- Temperament - Very attractive, well-made dog. Quick witted and
responsive. Steady disposition. Alert and happy animal, graceful, strong and
well coordinated. Less aggressiveness relative to other terriers. An exceptional
family dog.
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- Wheaten (puppies are usually reddish in color before turning "wheaten").
Sometimes with black muzzle.
- Coat -
Single coat covering the whole body. Soft and silky with a gentle wave (not
evident in puppies). Non-shedding.
- Medium Breed - 35-48 lbs
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| WEST HIGHLAND WHITE TERRIER PUPPY ("Westie" - The Little Cesar Dog Food Dog) |
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- Temperament - All terrier. Spunk, determination and devotion
crammed into a small body. Outdoors, they are sporty, good hunters, speedy and
cunning with great intelligence. In the house an exceptional pet - faithful,
understanding and devoted, yet happy and light-hearted. Friendly. Hardy, no
pampering here.
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- White (may have some wheaten tipping)
- Coat -
Double-coated. Ideal coat is hard, straight and white. Beautiful looking.
Non-shedding.
- Small Breed - 12-19 lbs
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| CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL PUPPY |
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- Temperament
- Active, graceful, well-balanced toy spaniel. Very happy and free in action.
Fearless and sporting in character, yet at the same time gentle and
affectionate. True elegance and royal appearance. Non-aggressive with no tendency
towards nervousness. Owners are loyal to this wonderful
breed
- Color - Blenheim
(chestnut markings) and white; Tri-color, Ruby red, Black and
tan
- Coat - Moderate
length. Silky, free from curl (slight wave sometimes).
- Small Breed - Range usually between 9-18
lbs
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| BRUSSELS GRIFFON PUPPY |
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The affectionate, charming and curious personality of the Brussels Griffon makes it a good companion dog. However, this breed is not typical of the "pampered pet" stereotype of Toy breeds. Their active indoor lifestyle and small size makes them ideal for apartment life, but they still need to be taken for daily walks. The breed can have either a rough or smooth coat. Each coat needs twice-weekly brushing and shaping every three months.
Photo Courtesy AKC.org
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| CHIHUAHUA PUPPY |
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- Temperament -
Elegant dog of the toy group. A naturally happy temperament A charming and
attractive companion. Seldom addicted to wandering. Devoted to home and family
and functions well as a guard dog as he can give an alarm sounding like a large
dog. A wonderful family pet.
- Color - Many
varieties
- Coat - Short or
long.
- Small Breed - Usually under 7lbs and as small as 2-3
lbs.
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| HAVANESE PUPPY |
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- Temperament -
Intelligent, affectionate, playful and very trainable..
- Color - Comes in all colors
- Coat - Hair - Non-shedding breed.
- Small Breed - Usually 8lbs - 15lbs.
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| MALTESE PUPPY |
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- Temperament -
Gentle-mannered and affectionate, eager and sprightly in action. Seems to lack
fear.
- Despite his size, possessed of the vigor needed for the satisfactory
companion.
- Color - White. Some
with cream, light tan or lemon on the ears.
- Coat - Single coat
covering the whole body. Soft and silky and straight.
- Small Breed - Usually 4-7 lbs.
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| MINIATURE PINSCHER PUPPY("Mini Pin") |
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- Temperament -
Fearless animation, complete self-passion and spirited presence. The Min Pin's
fondness for home and master is exceptional.
- Color - Red; Black
with rust-red markings; Chocolate with rust-red markings
- Coat - Smooth, hard
and short, straight and lustrous.
- Small Breed - 10 to 12.5 inches in
height.
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| PAPILLON PUPPY("Butterfly Dog") |
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- Temperament - Small,
friendly, elegant toy dog of fine-boned structure, light, dainty and of lively
action, distinguished by its "butterfly ears". A very hardy dog content with
outside and inside the house. Neither shy nor aggressive.
- Color -Parti-color;
white with patches of any color(s)
- Coat - Long, fine,
silky, flowing, straight with resilient quality. No undercoat.
- Small Breed - 8 to 11 inches in height.
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| PEKINGESE PUPPY("Peke") |
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- Temperament - A
combination of regal dignity, self-importance and self-confidence make for a
lively, good-natured and affectionate companion to those who have earned its
respect.
- Color - All coat
colors and markings are allowable.
- Coat - Full bodied,
with long, course textured, straight, stand-off coat and thick, softer
undercoat
- Small Breed - Usually under
15lbs.
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| POMERANIAN PUPPY |
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- Temperament -
Extrovert, exhibiting great intelligence and a vivacious spirit making him a
great companion dog.
- Color - All colors,
patterns and variations.
- Coat - Double coat.
Undercoat soft and dense. Outer coat is long, straight and glistening and harsh
in texture.
- Small Breed - 10 to 12.5 inches in height.
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| PUG PUPPY |
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- Temperament - Even
tempered, exhibiting stability, playfulness, great charm, dignity and an
outgoing, loving disposition.
- Color - Fawn,
Silver or Black.
- Coat - Fine,
smooth, soft, short and glossy.
- Small Breed - Usually ranges between 14 - 19
lbs.
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| SHIH TZU PUPPY |
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- Temperament - Breed
to be a companion and house pet. Outgoing, happy, affectionate, friendly and
trusting towards all.
- Color - All.
Usually seen are Brindle & White, Black & White, Red & White and
Gold & White.
- Coat - Luxurious,
double-coated, dense, long and flowing. Non-shedding.
- Small Breed - Usually ranges between
9-18lbs.
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| YORKSHIRE TERRIER PUPPY ("Yorkie") |
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- Temperament -
Fearless, energetic, spirited and all terrier. A wonderful pet.
- Color - Blue &
Gold, Black & Tan (puppies are born black & tan)
- Coat - Glossy, fine
and silky in texture. Moderately long and straight.
- Small Breed - Usually ranges between 3-8
lbs.
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| BICHON FRISE PUPPY |
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- Temperament - Gentle
mannered, sensitive, playful and affectionate. A cheerful attitude is the
hallmark of the breed.
- Color - White. May
have shadings of buff, cream or apricot around the ears or on the
body.
- Coat - Undercoat is
soft and dense, the outer coat of a courser and curlier texture. The combination
of the two gives a soft, but substantial feel to the touch similar to plush or
velvet. Non-shedding.
- Small Breed - Range usually between 12-18
lbs
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| BOSTON TERRIER PUPPY |
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- Temperament - This
native breed is a friendly and lively dog. Has an excellent disposition and a
high degree of intelligence, which makes the Boston Terrier an wonderful
companion.
- Color - Brindle,
Black or Seal with white markings
- Coat - Short,
smooth and bright.
- Small Breed - Varies in size - anywhere from 12 to 25
lbs.
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| OLDE ENGLISH BULLDOGGE PUPPY |
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- Temperament -
Docile, compliable and protective, fearless, athletic, determined and courageous. Bold and friendly around its family and friends.
- Color - Brindle of red, white, fawn and black.
- Coat - Short,
straight flat, close of fine texture. Smooth and
glossy.
- Medium to Large Sized Breed - Varies in size - anywhere from 50lbs on up.
- Bred for agility and reduction of medical problems that Bulldogs (English) are prone to. Half English Bulldog mixed with Bull Mastiff, American Staffishire and American Bulldog.
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| BULLDOG PUPPY |
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- Temperament -
Equable and kind, resolute and courageous (not vicious or aggressive). Expressive
in behavior.
- Color - Uniform and
brilliant. Red brindle, other brindle, solid white, solid red, fawn or fallow,
piebald.
- Coat - Short,
straight flat, close of fine texture. Smooth and
glossy.
- Medium Sized Breed - Varies in size - anywhere from 35 to
55lbs.
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| KEESHOND PUPPY |
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- Temperament -
Neither timid nor aggressive Outgoing and friendly with both people and other
dogs. Lively, intelligent, alert and affectionate
companion.
- Color - Gray, Black
and Cream
- Coat - Long,
straight, harsh fur standing well-out from a thick, downy
undercoat.
- Medium Sized Breed - Can range from 40 to
55lbs.
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| LHASA APSO PUPPY |
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- Temperament - Happy
and assertive. Wary of
strangers.
- Color -
Variety.
- Coat - Heavy,
straight, hard and very dense.
- Small Breed - usually 12 -18
lbs.
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| POODLE PUPPY (Miniature) |
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- Temperament -
Carrying himself proudly, very active, intelligent. Has an air of distinction
and dignity peculiar to
himself.
- Color -Blue, gray,
silver, brown, black, cafe-au-la its, apricot and
cream.
- Coat - Curly, of
naturally harsh textures, dense
throughout.
- Small Breed - Between 10 and 15 inches. Usually weights
between 12-18lbs.
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| SHIBA INU PUPPY ("Little Akita") |
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- Temperament
-Spirited boldness, a good nature and an unaffected forthrightness, which
together yield dignity and natural beauty. Independent nature, but is loyal and
affectionate to those who earn his
respect.
- Color -Red Sesame,
sesame, black with tan points, red,
cream
- Coat - Double coat
with outer stiff and straight
- Small Breed - Between 15 and 25 lbs.
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| GERMAN SHEPERD DOG PUPPY |
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- Temperament - Distinct personality marked by direct and fearless(not
hostile) expression, self-confidence and a certain aloofness that does not lend
itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships. Poised, eager and alert.
Willing to serve as companion, watchdog, blind leader, herding dog or guardian
whichever the circumstances may
demand.
- Color - Many. Black, Black & Tan, Black & Silver are
popular.
- Coat - Double coat of medium
length.
- Large Breed - 22 to 26 inches. Range from 65-95
lbs.
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| SHETLAND SHEEPDOG PUPPY ("Sheltie") |
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- Temperament - Intensely loyal, affectionate, and responsive to his
owner. Reserved toward
strangers.
- Color - Sable,Tri-color, Black, Blue Merle. With
white
- Coat - Double; Outer long, straight,
harsh
- Small Breed - 13-16 inches;
14-25lbs.
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| PEMBROKE WELSH CORGI PUPPY |
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- Temperament - Outlook bold, but kindly. Never shy or
vicious.
- Color - Red, sable, fawn, black and tan with or without white
markings.
- Coat - Medium
length, short, thick weather-resistant
undercoat.
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Sized Breed - 10-12 inches; 22-30lbs.
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