purebred dogs

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Which kind of dog do you like best for an in-house pet?

CAPirani Photography & Art @capirani (2817) • United States 12 Apr 08

I have had a toy poodle, a pekingese, cocker spaniels, and a few mixed breeds in the house. I am hoping to get a place soon where I can have pets and then I want to get a puppy. I am not sure yet what kind I want to get. It will...

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How many of you breed purebred dogs or show?

Carmetaf @Carmetaf (309) • United States 26 Feb 08

Am I the only one? I enjoy showing & occasionally have a litter of puppies. I also support rescue and our local humane society. I'd like to know how many others enjoy showing in conformation? You can see my website at...

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Want a designer dog? Check the pound.

breepeace @breepeace (3014) • Canada 5 Aug 07

Designer Dog?? What the heck is a designer dog you ask?? A "designer" dog (as the media has labeled them) is a cross between two purebred dogs. A purebred dog is one that has been bred over many generations to breed true. Meaning...

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Pure or Mixed Breed?

maelyn80 @maelyn80 (27) • Philippines 10 Jun 07

Hello all doglovers out there... what type of pet dog would u prefer?purebred or mixed(designer dogs)?I have several dogs and all of them are hybrid dogs, although it is nice to have a purebred pet since they are beneficial in...

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How do you know what a 'reputable breeder' is?

breepeace @breepeace (3014) • Canada 25 May 07

I found this chart today and wanted to pass it on for anyone looking to buy a purebred puppy in the future. It lists the differences between puppy mills, commercial breeders, backyard breeders, reputable hobby breeders and...

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Why 'hybrid vigour' in dogs is a joke

breepeace @breepeace (3014) • Canada 16 May 07

Any litter of dogs, whether they be purebred or mutt is just a roll of the dice. Responsible breeders take the time to compare the pros and cons of the sire and dam to try to ensure that the puppies will be as close to the...

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Anyone else dog crazy?

breepeace @breepeace (3014) • Canada 17 Mar 07

I've been involved in the dog fancy for over 15 years. My mom has breed Siberian Huskies almost my entire life and I grew up with them, but also was fortunate enough to get to participate in Junior Handling where I showed dozens...

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Show Dogs?

breepeace @breepeace (3014) • Canada 14 Mar 07

Does anyone else here show dogs? I've been involved in the dog fancy for over 10 years, and I'm obsessed.

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