Dachshund

Height: Miniature, 6 inches at shoulder; Standard, 8 to 9 inches at shoulder

Weight: Miniature, 11 pounds and under; Standard, 16 to 32 pounds

Coat: short and shiny

Life span: 12 to 15 years or older

Dachshunds are scent hounds who were bred to hunt badgers and other tunneling animals, rabbits, and foxes. Packs of Dachshunds were even used to trail wild boar. Today their versatility makes them excellent family companions, show dogs, and small-game hunters.

Read more...

Australian Shepherd

Australian Shepherd

Height: 18 to 23 inches at shoulder

Weight: 40 to 65 pounds (males average 57 pounds, females average 47 pounds)

Coat: medium-length; wavy or straight

Life span: 12 to 15 years

Intelligent, hard working, and versatile, the Aussie is a no-nonsense dog who thrives in a home where his brains and energy are put to good use. You don't have to keep a flock of sheep if you live with an Aussie--although it doesn't hurt--but you do have to keep him busy. He's a high-energy dog who doesn't know the meaning of couch potato and wouldn't approve of it if he did.he remains a working dog at heart; the Aussie, as he's nicknamed, is happiest when he has a job to do. He can be a wonderful family companion if his intelligence and energy are channelled into dog sports or activities.

Read more...

Leonberger

Height: 25.5 to 31.5 inches at shoulder

Weight: 120 to 170 pounds

Coat: long and straight

Life span: 10 to 12 years



He needs a good deal of exercise, attention, and space, but with the right owner, he can be a friend like no other. With his lion-like looks and deep bark, he makes an intimidating watch dog.Originally from Germany, where he was created through crosses between newfoundlands longhaired saint barnad , this giant breed requires a commitment to training and a high tolerance for mischief and mess. He looks beautiful in the show ring, but his natural state is more along the lines of damp and muddy than leonine elegance. That, along with long fur and copious shedding, makes this a poor choice for neatniks. Early and extensive soicalization and training with plenty of consistent expectations will turn him into a family friend like no other, but without them he's mischievous and destructive.

Read more...