Charles Burton Barber Painting

A Scratch Pack

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Charles Burton Barber Painting

Trust (1888)

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Charles Burton Barber

Charles Burton Barber was an English painter; many of his paintings were of children and their pets.  He was born in Great Yarmouth Norfolk in 1845.  Charles Burton Barber's last commission was from Queen Victoria (depicting the Queen and her grandchildren in her pony carriage).  He died shortly after completing that painting in London in 1894.

Off to school (1883)

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4 To 6 Month Puppy Competition - Judging

The judging for the 4 to 6 month puppy competition is more relaxed.  The goal is to encourage everyone participating to have a good time; so choose a judge who enjoys playful puppies.  This competition is completely separate from the regular classes.  It is one combined class and is not separated by sex.  This competition is offered to breeds and varieties of dogs that are at least 4 months old and under 6 months old.  Puppies of the same breed or variety are entered in the same class.  In each class the only placements are for BOB (Best of Breed) and BOS (Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed). The BOB winners compete in the Group Competition. There can be a total of nine groups:

1. Working
2. Terrier
3. Sporting
4. Herding
5. Hound
6. Non-Sporting
7. Toy
8. Miscellaneous Class
9. Foundation Stock Service (FSS)

The winners from these groups compete for Best 4-6 Month Puppy In Show. 

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4 To 6 Months Beginner Puppy Competition

On July 3rd, 2012 AKC officially began sanctioning the 4 to 6 months beginner puppy competition.  This competition encourages new entries, including FSS (Foundation Stock Service) dogs, and socializing dogs during a crucial time of their development. 

AKC will help your Club with promotional support by:

• Attracting and recruiting potential exhibitors for your show
• AKC will email invitations to registered dogs within a 150 miles radius of your show
• Follow-up emails will be sent by AKC as a reminder for your show
• Puppies entered in these competition can earn points toward a Certificate of Merit

A Dog Is For Life

Always keep the following in mind when you are thinking about adding a dog to your family circle.

1. You will be responsible for feeding them.
2. You will be responsible to see that they are trained.
3. You will be responsible to give them daily exercise, like a walk.
4. You will be responsible to share your life with them, like playing with them.
5. You will be responsible to keep them groomed.
6. You will be responsible to pick up after them; whether it is in your own backyard, sidewalk, or park.
7. You will be responsible for their healthcare; annual vaccinations, routine check-ups, dental work.

A dog is for life, not just the brief wonderful period of time known as puppyhood.  Everyone loves a puppy.  All the years of a dog's life can bring you so much happiness.  Their loyalty can help you ride through the pitfalls life delivers to all of us.  Share your life with a dog; just remember you are responsible for them for life!

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Dog Days Of Summer

Me And My Duckies

I knew it was a good idea to hang on to Grandma's five gallon metal tub.

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Dog Days Of Summer

I Wish This Container Was A Bit Bigger

New use for a two gallon bucket. The dog does appear to be eyeing the bigger container.

Aww, my paws were killing me

I am just soaking my paws, I will get out in a minute.

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Dog Days Of Summer

I Push The Thingy For You

So do you think the dog pushes the button for the little kid to get a drink?  Well of course, a dog is a boy's best friend.

Mine is liver flavored,mmmmmmmmmmm good

How many licks does it take to make a popsicle disappear?  One, two, three,.................

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Dog Days Of Summer

I Get To Hold The Hose Next

These two dogs just finished watering the yard; now it's playtime.

Geronimo!

Don't you wonder how they got the dog in the water park, must be a service animal.

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Raised Feeders For Dogs

I like to use raised feeders for my dogs, gives them easy access to their food and water bowls.  They can really be useful for the older dogs.  I see a variety of raised feeders at pet supply stores and some of them are pretty pricey.  Another downside to many of them is the size of bowl they accomodate; often they are way too small for a big dog. 

You can do it youself; go to your local building supply store and purchase the square or round cement pavers.  They measure about 12 inches and are about 2 inches thick.  The nice thing about using the pavers is you can make them the height you need; they stack nicely on top of one another.  Drill some holes in the top paver and insert a nail or flat topped screw; this hardware will help keep the food bowl in place.

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Finding A Mentor

If you are interested in owning and or showing a purebred dog; I would suggest finding a mentor.  A mentor is someone with knowledge, experience, and the desire to help others.  A good place to start in your search for a mentor is going to an All-Breed or Specialty Club meeting or dog show.  You would probably have a better opportunity to talk with individuals at a meeting; people are really busy at a dog show. 

A mentor can help guide you with the rules and regulations of dog shows.  They can also help you regarding your dog's potential in the show ring; giving you tips on how to succeed in the ring.  A mentor can give advice on health issues, grooming, purchasing a dog, and even breeding. 

Once you find a mentor, it can turn into a lifelong friendship.  That has been my personal experience and hope you will find success with a mentor as well.

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Moscow Watchdog

I hope you have enjoyed the entries on this breed, I am very intrigued by it.  They were first brought to Hungary in 1986 and are being found in more and more countries today.  The Moscow Watchdog was bred to be a watchdog but with a even mannered temperament.  These dogs are intelligent and loyal to their families and handlers. 

Moscow Watchdog Puppy

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Moscow Watchdog

The Moscow Watchdog measures 25 to 27 inches at the withers and weighs from 110 to 150 pounds.  Their coloring is incredibly close to that of a Saint Bernard; red and white with a black mask.  I have also noticed that the muzzle often has several black spots; many seem to have spotting of red, orange, or brown on their legs.  The spotting on the coat probably comes from the Russian Spotted Hound. 

The Moscow Watchdog has a massive head, triangular ears that lie close to the head, with medium sized round eyes.  My observation has been that the ears are a bit smaller than a typical Saint Bernard, also the eyes of a Saint Bernard are diamond in shape.  Some photos I have seen, the muzzle seems to be a bit longer than a Saint Bernard.

It is easy to see how people can mistake a Moscow Watchdog for a Saint Bernard; however if you take a closer look you will see the differences.  The Moscow Watchdog is also much more active than a Saint Bernard. 

Moscow Watchdog

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Moscow Watchdog

The official Russian name is Moskovskaya Storozhevaya Sobaka.  Sobaka means dog.  This breed is also referred to as Moscow Guard Dog, Moscow Dog, and Russian Watchdog.  This breed was mainly hidden from the public in the early years of its development.  The first breed standard was published in 1985 and granted official status by Russia.  The Federation of Dog Breeders in Russia approved the breed standard in 1992.  Then in 1997 the Russian Kennel Club and the Department of Animal Breeding and Pedigree of the Ministry of Agriculture in Russia approved the breed standard.   The FCI (which is an International Federation of Kennel Clubs) is currently working on having this breed recognized internationally. 

Moscow Watchdog

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Moscow Watchdog

The Soviet Army's goal in creating the Moscow Watchdog was:

• Large Breed Dog
• Ability to handle harsh winter conditions
• Protection and guarding of military sites
• Easily trained
• Loyal
• Excellent scenting ability
• Vigorous

The three breeds that were crossbred to create the Moscow Watchdog brought one or more of these traits to the breeding process.  Saint Bernards contributed the following; its excellent scenting ability,even tempered, reliable, ability to handle harsh winters, overall versatile working dog.  The Caucasian Shepherd contributed the following; large and solidly built dog, excellent guarding, and easily trained.  The Russian Spotted Hound contributed the following traits; lean, muscular, vigorous, calm demeanor, and excellent tracking abililities.  The Moscow Watchdog is described as even tempered (like a Saint Bernard), excellent for protection and guarding (like the Caucasian Shepherd), and excellent scenting ability (like the Russian Spotted Hound). 

Caucasian Shepherd

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Moscow Watchdog

I first became aware of the Moscow Watchdog in 2010; a friend had been in Moscow and actually got to hold and pet a Moscow Watch puppy.  Like most people the first thing you notice is the incredible resemblance to a Saint Bernard.  There is a reason for that and it is in the breeding.

Sometime in the 1940's, development of the Moscow Watchdog began.  The Soviet Army began this endeavor in a military base near the Veshniaki village just outside of Moscow.  The project was headed by biologist and professor, N.A. Iljisin; and Major-General G.N. Medvedev, Bortnikov Nikolai Ivanovich.  It took many years before success was attained by General Gregoriy Pantelenovich Medvedey.  The Moscow Watchdog is the result of cross-breeding of a Saint Bernard, Caucasian Shepherd, and the Russian Spotted Hound.  The first litter was born on July 12, 1949.



Moscow Watch Puppy

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Moscow Watchdog

The Moscow Watchdog is a unique Russian dog that combines great guarding and watching abilities with the temperament of a pet.  The Moscow Watchdog was developed by the Soviet Union after World War II.  This Soviet bred dog is a large breed dog with a massive head, very muscular powerful body, with a coat that is very thick and of medium length.  The massive head of the Moscow Watchdog has a black mask; the coat colors are mainly white with patches of red, orange, and or brown. 

Moscow Guard Dog

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Dogs On The Titanic

There were around a dozen dogs on board the Titanic.  Only three survived that ill-fated voyage.  One of the surviving dogs was a Pekinese named Sun Yat Sen; owned by Henry Harper.  The other dog that survived was a Pomeranian, named Lady; owned by Margaret Hayes; and the third dog was also a Pomeranian; owned by Elizabeth Barrett Rothschild  A dog show had been planned on the Titanic for the first class passengers but the ship sank before it was held.

Sun Yat Sen

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Canary Islands And Dogs

The original inhabitants of the Canary Island worshipped and mummified dogs; they treated dogs as holy animals.  There are theories that suggest the islands were linked to Egyptians; in particular the dog-headed god, Anubis.  It should be noted that hard evidence to prove this theory has not been found.  The Latin word for dog is canis; one of the islands is named Insula Canaria or Island of Dogs.  The symbol for the Canary Islands is two collared dogs holding up a shield.

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