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Breed Information - C
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Cairn Terrier
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This terrier is a small dog. But don’t let size fool you; he can be very active and mischievous. He is a natural digger so he shouldn’t be left alone in your backyard if you value your landscaping. He will do well in an apartment as long as he is walked daily. Homes with small backyards are fine too; he will get plenty of exercise running around the yard. He has a long coat that should be brushed weekly or it will tend to matte. Even with its long coat they tend to shed very little. The males are 10-13 inches in height and weigh 14-18 pounds. The females are 9-12 inches and weigh 12-17 pounds.
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Canaan Dog
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This is a medium sized dog, bred in the wilds of Israel in 1930. He was bred to be a guard dog, herd and manage the sheep. He is highly capable of learning and is extremely obedient. He can become a one person or one family dog. He is a natural guard dog and will bark to notify his master of trouble. He is an active dog that requires daily exercise. He can do well in an apartment as long as he is taken out for a daily walk or run. He is a seasonal heavy shedder. His coat is short and should be brushed once a week. Males and females will stand 19-24 inches and both will weigh between 35-55 pounds.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi
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This is a small dog that was bred in Wales to help herd cattle. They would bark and nip at the cattle’s heals to herd them. It is still noticeable today when they are playing. They make a great addition to ones family. This dog is great for and apartment or a home with no yard, as long as they get daily exercise. Their coat is wiry and they shed twice a year. The males and females are both 10-13 inches in height and weigh 25-30 pounds.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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This bred of spaniel is out-going, affectionate, intelligent and eager to please, which will make training him easy. They love companionship and don’t like being left alone all day. They love a good run, but will adapt to your lifestyle. They will do well in an apartment or a home with a small yard. They will get plenty of exercise with regular play. They have a silky coat that should be brushed weekly. They are average shedders. This is a small dog; both males and females will stand 12-13 inches and weight between 10-18 pounds.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever
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This bred originated in Chesapeake Bay , Maryland . He is friendly, intelligent, loving and great with kids. He is also an excellent swimmer. When he comes out of the water his coat is practically dry. This dog is not recommended for an apartment. He needs to be exercised daily with either a good run or a swim. If he becomes bored he can become destructive. He enjoys sleeping outdoors as long as the climate is cool. This is a medium sized dog with a short coat. Their coat might seem oily, but that is what protects him in the water. Excessive bathing might remove the oil. The males stand 23-26 inches in height and weigh 60-85 pounds. The females are 21-24 inches and weight between 55-70 pounds.
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Chihuahua
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Weighing between 2-6 pounds and only 6-9 inches in height this is the smallest breed of dog in the world. They are great companion dogs. Lively, proud and intensely loyal, to the point were they can become jealous if not enough attention is paid to them. Since it is so small it has been known to snap at small children who tease him. They do great in homes or apartments. A walk is all the exercise he will need. Since he is so small they don’t like to be cold. If you live in a colder climate a sweater will do him well. He has a short coat that can be brushed occasionally.
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Chinese Crested
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There are two types of this breed, the Hairless and the Powderpuff. The Hairless is the most popular one, but is still very rare. They are playful and affectionate dogs. Though they are a great family dog, children still need to be respectful of this dog since it doesn’t have any fur to protect its body. They crave constant attention from their owner and will have a hard time adjusting to a new owner. Daily exercise can be met by just playing with them. They do great in apartments or homes with no backyard. Both sexes should weigh less then 10 pounds and be around 12 inches in height.
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Chinese Shar-Pei
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Bred for hunting, protecting livestock and guarding a home this breed was brought to America in 1973 to save its life. They were highly used in dog fighting because of their wrinkled coat, other dogs couldn’t get a hold of him or grab onto him. Since being bought over to the states the AKC now has over 70,000 registered as foundation stock with them. They are very clean dogs and have been known to housebreak themselves. Their coat is shorthair and should be brushed regularly but never trimmed since it doesn’t have an undercoat. They are great indoor pets that will do well in an apartment or home with no backyard. Exercise should be daily, but because of their padded head they can be sensitive to the heat, so make sure they have plenty of water during playtime or while exercising them. Males and females will stand 18-20 inches in height and both will weight between 40-55 pounds.
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Chow Chow
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Known for its blue-black tongue and almost straight hind legs this is a very well mannered and protective dog. In China they were bred to pull carts and be a guard dog. However, their flesh was eaten and their fur was sold at market. With this in mind the Chow can be a detached and introverted dog. This is not to say they wouldn’t make a good family pet, but owners need to be cautious with small children in the home. They have a long coat that needs regular brushing. Considered seasonal heavy shedders, they require extra care when shedding their undercoat. They have a tendency to be lazy, but regular exercise will keep them in shape. As long as they are exercised daily they will do fine in an apartment. Males and females will stand 18-22 inches in height and weigh 45-70 pounds.
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Clumber Spaniel
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This breed loves to please its master, which should make training him rather easy. The Clumber Spaniel is considered a rare breed and might be difficult to find. If you are lucky enough to find one their temperament is sweet, gentle and very pleasant. They tend to be a one-person dog and are good with children. As a pup they are very active but that will change, as they get older. Being bred as a retriever, this dog loves to play fetch, which makes a great form of exercise for both young and old. They do well in apartments or homes with small yards. They are very good swimmers. Both sexes will stand 16-20 inches in height and weight between 55-85 pounds.
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Cocker Spaniel
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There are two types of Cocker Spaniels, the American and the English. The American Cocker Spaniel is smaller than the English Cocker Spaniel and has a different conformation. The name Cocker is derived from the woodcock, a game bird the cocker would flush out. They make great hunting dogs or wonderful family pets. The male American Cocker Spaniel will be 15 inches in height while the female will be 14. Both weigh between 24-28 pounds. The male English Cocker Spaniel will stand 15-17 inches in height and weigh 28-34 pounds. The female will be 14-16 inches and weigh 26-32 pounds. Both breeds are considered average shedders. Their coats should be brushed regularly.
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Collie
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Made popular by the movie star Lassie, the collie was bred as a sheepdog in Scotland . They are a very intelligent dog, easy to train and very loyal. They will protect their master and are excellent companions for children. They have been used as rescues dogs, guard dogs and guide dogs for the blind. They love a good run, so an average size yard is best for them. However, they will do well in an apartment as long as daily exercise is met. They can have two types of coats, a rough or smooth. The rough coat might matt more easily then the smooth. When a matt does occur it should be cut out as opposed to brushing it out, it will be less painful for the dog. They smooth coat should be brushed every one to two weeks. Each coat will shed heavily twice a year. The males will be 24-26 inches in height and the females will be 22-24 inches. Males can weigh between 60-75 pounds and the females will weigh 50-65 pounds.
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Curly-Coated Retriever
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Thought to be one of the oldest retriever breeds, this breed is a great water retriever. This bred is more popular in Australia and New Zealand so finding one in the United States might be a bit challenging. They are easygoing and very loyal. They get along well with children, but they are a large breed and have been known to knock down a toddler. This is truly an outdoor dog. If you are an active outdoorsy person then this is your dog. He loves to swim and run, so a home with a big yard is preferable. This is not the dog for an apartment. His coat is curly and requires minimal brushing. He is an average shedder. Males and females will both stand 25-27 inches in height and weigh between 65-80 pounds. |
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