Dogs In The Miscellaneous Class

The Cirneco dell'Etna is a hunting dog with slender elegant build.  This hunter works by scent, sight, and hearing.  This breed has been present in Sicily for 2500 years; it shares a common ancestor with the Pharaoah Hound.  The Cirneco dell'Etna has been assigned to the Hound Group. 

Cirneco dell"Etna

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Miscellaneous Class

The Boerboel is a large dog with a muscular build and a blocky head; part of the mastiff-type breeds.  Boerboel means farm dog.  The Boerboel has been assigned to the Working Group.  This breed is from South Africa; dating back to the mid 1600's. 

Boerboel

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Miscellaneous Class

The Berger Picard is an active and athletic, medium-sized herding dog.  This breed has a shaggy, wiry topcoat with a short dense undercoat.  The Berger Picard dates back to the 9th century.  The Berger Picard has been assigned to the Herding Group. 

Berger Picard

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Miscellaneous Class

The Bergamasco is a sheepdog.  They have a unique coat; it contains "dog hair," "goat hair," and "wool;"  the three together form a mat coat.  The Bergamasco will become part of the Herding Group. 

Bergamasco

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Miscellaneous Class

The Belgian Laekenois is one of the four native dogs of Belgium.  The breed's coat is rough and coarse; it gives the appearance of being tousled.  Their original job was to serve as guard and tend the flock; a side job was to guard linen drying in the fields.  The Belgian Laekenois will become part of the Herding Group.

Belgian Laekenois

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Miscellaneous Class

The Azawakh is tall, elegant, sighthound from West Africa.  This breed is often a companion dog to the Tuareg nomads of the sub-Sahelian desert. This breed is very loyal and affectionate to their family.  The Azawakh will be part of the Hound Group.

Azawakh

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Miscellaneous Class

The Miscellaneous Class consists of dog breeds waiting for full recognition by the American Kennel Club.  Part of the approval process is that an active national club for a breed exists, there must also be a nationwide activity level and interest in a breed.  Dog breeds in the Miscellaneous Class can compete in dog shows where they can earn performance and companion event titles; and they can also compete in Junior Showmanship.  Hope you enjoy learning more about some of the breeds currently in the Miscellaneous Class.

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Seresto Flea And Tick Collar

Well there are only a few weeks left of summer and the kids will soon be returning to school.  I began using the Seresto Flea and Tick collars for my dogs before summer began.  The collars seem to be working on my three Saint Bernards; there have been no side effects from the collars either.  These collars are supposed to last eight months; so far so good.  I will update later on how long the collars actually last.  I also received my two rebates from Bayer for two of the four collars I purchased; the rebates were processed very quickly.  The only complaint I have on the collars so far is the size; the large collar is not big enough for adult male Saint Bernards.  The large size fits both of my female Saints; however I had to buy two to go around my adult male's neck.  The two collars hook into together just fine giving my male Saint Bernard a custom fit with room. I am glad I found an alternative flea control product that is reasonably priced; if you are not happy with what you are currently using try something else. 

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Non-Sporting Group

The Xoloitzcuintli is an ancient breed native to Mexico.  It comes in three sizes, toy, miniature, and standard and two varieties hairless and coated.  Did you know that the Xoloitzcuintli is considered to be the first dog of the Americas?  Their name is Aztec in origin and means dog.  The Xoloitzcuintli was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011.

Xoloitzcuintli

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Non-Sporting Group

The Tibetan Terrier is built for the extreme climate and difficult terrain of Tibet.  The Tibetan Terrier has large, flat, round feet acting like a snowshoe and providing them great traction in heavy snow.  The Tibetan Terrier is not a Terrier; but was called that because of their size.  The breed originated in the Lost Valley (the Lost Valley is an area in Tibet where an earthquake occurred and the access road to the valley was blocked) where is was viewed as "Luck Bringers" or "Holy Dogs."  The Tibetan Terrier was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973.

Tibetan Terrier

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)