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Mixed Breeds

angelicab86 — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 11:02:00 CDT

If your dog is a mixed breed please add your dogs profile here in this section!

Here are two profiles of my dogs to get everyone started.

Here is a template which I would like you to use on your pet page/s:

Name: Layla

Age: 10 weeks

Breed(s): Pekingese and Poodle

How You Met:

Colour(s): Blonde

Any Other Interesting Things About Them:

Hometown: Lubbock, TX

Please just copy and paste on a new page!

Here is some information about mixed breed dogs which I got from a website called: http:www.canismajor.com/dog/mixed.html#Advant

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loubensam — Sun, 31 Dec 2006 19:19:03 CST

Hi!

Welcome to your dog. In this site you can find information about your breed of dog and add a profile of your dog for every one to admirer!

As more people add profiles of their dogs I will be adding more pages about the breeds of dogs that have been added!

Please add your dogs profiles!!!!

Thanks!

Mixed Breed Pictures

Anonymous — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 19:32:52 CST

Schnoodle

Schnoodle Puppy

Labradoodle

Purebred Pictures

loubensam — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 19:27:43 CST

Purebred Labradors

Purebred Labardor

Purebred King Charles Spaniel

Purebred Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Purebred Standard Poodle

Purebred Standard Poodle Puppy

Purebred Pomeranian

Purebred Pomeranian Puppy

Appearance Of Mixed Breed Dogs

loubensam — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 19:05:16 CST

This "yellow" mix between aGerman Shepherd and a Golden Retriever does not closely resemble either parent but has traits of both.

All possible body shapes, ear types, and tail styles can appear in mixed breeds. Extremes in appearance, such as the flattened face of the English Bulldog or the extremely curled tail of the Pug, seldom survive even the first crossbreeding. Mixed-breeds also tend to have a size between that of their parents.Mixed-breed dogs can be any size, weight, or color, but some colors are more common than others. No matter their parents' colors, mixed-breeds are often a light-to-medium brown or black, frequently with a white chest and other white markings. The light-brown coat is sometimes called yellow, as personified by the fictional dog Old Yeller. A brown coat with black across the top and sides is also quite common.Predicting the adult appearance of a mixed-breed puppy is difficult. Even purebred puppies do not look much like the adult dogs they will become, and with mixed-breed puppies it is nearly impossible. If one knows the breeds of the parents, some characteristics can be ruled out; for example, a cross between two small purebreds will not result in a dog the size of a Great Dane. Some breeds tend to pass on their physical traits to mixes more than others. Border Collies and some Spaniels, for example, often produce offspring with similar coats and ears. The crossbred offspring of German Shepherds usually have Shepherd faces and other characteristics.With each generation of indiscriminate mixing, the offspring move closer to the genetic norm. Dogs that are descended from many generations of mixes are typically light brown or black and weigh about 18 kg (40 lb). They typically stand between 38 and 57 cm (15 and 23 inches) tall at the withers.Guessing a mixed-breed's unknown ancestry is difficult for even knowledgeable dog observers, because mixed breeds have much more genetic variation than among purebreds. For example, two white mixed-breed dogs might have recessive genes that produce a black coat and, therefore, produce offspring looking unlike their parents.
I got this information from:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mixed-breed_dog

Terms For Mixed Breed Dogs

loubensam — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 19:02:50 CST

There is a profusion of words and phrases used for dogs that are not purebred . The words cur, tyke, and mongrel are generally viewed as derogatory in America, whereas in the United Kingdom mongrel is the unique technical word for a mixed-breed dog, so is not a term of disparagement. Many American owners prefer mixed-breed. Mutt is also used (in the U.S.A and Canada), sometimes in an affectionate manner. In Hawaii, mixed breed dogs are referred to as poi dog, and in the Bahamas, they call them Pot Cakes(referring to the table-leftovers they are fed). Some American registries and dog clubs that accept mixed-breed dogs use the breed name All American, referring to the United States' reputation as a melting pot of different nationalities. In South Africa, the tongue-in cheek expression pavement special is sometimes used as a description for a mixed-breed dog. Random-bred dog, mutt, and mongrel are often used for dogs who result from breeding without the supervision or planning of humans, especially after several generations, whereas mixed breed and crossbreed often imply mixes of known breeds, sometimes deliberately mated.In Brazil and the Dominican Republic, the name for mixed-breed dogs is vira-lata (vira: to turn, to bring down; lata: tin can, trash can) because there are dogs without owners that feed on urban garbage on the streets, and often knock over trash cans to reach the food. Therefore, by having stray dogs it seems to increase the amount of "mixed-breed" dogs.Slang terms are also common. Heinz 57 is often used for dogs of uncertain ancestry, in a playful reference to the "57 Varieties"slogan of the H. J. Heinz Company. In some countries, bitsa (or bitzer) is common, meaning "bits o' this, bits o' that". A fice orfeist is a small mixed-breed dog.To complicate matters, many owners of crossbred dogs identify them—often facetiously—by an invented breed name constructed from parts of their parents' breed names. For example, a cross between a Pekingese and a Poodle is called aPeekapoo, possibly a play on peek-a-boo, along with the Goldendoodle, a cross between a poodle and a golden retriever. As another example, one of the UK's Queen Elizabeth's famous Corgis mated with her sister's Dachshund, and the resulting offspring are referred to as Dorgis.
I got this information from:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mixed-breed_dog

Mongrel Pictures/Information

loubensam — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 04:14:02 CST

Mongrel
(Mutt) (Mixed Breed) (Cross Breed)
This handsome boy is named Cody
His father is a Black Lab and his mother is a Saint Bernard/mix.

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Description	Mutts come in all shapes and sizes. Mutt Photos Pages
Temperament	Widely varies. One way to determine what a mutt's temperament may be like is to look at what kind of dogs the parents are.
Height, Weight	Widely varies.
Health Problems	Widely varies, although often mutts are generally healthier than a purebred dog, simply because the lines are wider spread.
Living conditions	Widely varies. It is best to look at what kind of dogs the parents are.
Exercise	Widely varies. All dogs will enjoy a walk on the lead or a romp in an open field or woods. Make sure your dog is in a safe area if he is running free off of the lead.
Life expectancy	Widely varies.
Grooming	Widely varies, although all dogs will benefit from at least an occasional brushing. Ears should be checked on a regular basis and the nails should be kept short.
Origin	Originally it was thought that dogs came from a cross between the Jackal or Jackal/Wolf. Scientists now believe that dogs first originated in Eurasia, between 12000-14000 year ago, from a smaller southern strain of a Gray Wolf called, Canis Lupus Pallipes, which can still be found in India today. Although called the "Gray Wolf," the coat comes in a wide variety of coat colors. It was distributed throughout Europe, North America, and Asia. Some other possible ancestors of the dog include the Woolly Wolf of North India and Tibet, and the Desert Wolf of the Middle East. It is known for certain that all domestic dogs first originated from one or a combination of these sources. The domestic dog is not genetically connected with any other species. From the beginning of the Bronze Age, circa 4500 BC, five distinct types of dog have been identified from fossil remains. Among them were Mastiff, wolf-like dogs, Greyhounds, Pointer-type and Sheepdogs. These basic types proliferated by natural genetic mutation and selective breeding produced the approximately 400 different types of dog breeds we know today.A "pure bred" dog is a group of dogs that look alike and are the product of parents with a similar appearance and which, when mated together, reproduce their kind. A mongrel or Mutt is a dog whose parents are unknown or is not considered to be purebred.

Mixed Breed or Pure Bred

loubensam — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 04:09:38 CST

Here is some information on wheather to choose a mixed or pure bred dog. I got this information from The Humane Society of the United States the address is located here:

http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_adoption_information/selecting_the_right_pet_for_

you_pure_or_mixed_breed.html


©2002	Whim Whams Illustration Studio

Dogs and cats fall into one of two categories: purebreds or mixed breeds. The only significant difference between the two is that purebreds, because their parents and other ancestors are all members of the same breed, generally conform to a specific "breed standard." This means that you have a good chance of knowing what general physical and behavioral characteristics a puppy or kitten of that breed is likely to have.The size, appearance, and temperament of most mixed breed dogs can be predicted as well. After all, mixed breeds are simply combinations of different breeds. So if you can recognize the ancestry of a particular mixed breed dog or cat, you can see how a puppy or kitten is likely to look as an adult.Some people think that when they purchase a purebred, they're purchasing a guarantee of health and temperament, too. This is simply not true. In fact, the only thing the "papers" from purebred dog and cat registry organizations certify is that the recording registry maintains information regarding the reported lineage and identity of the animal.Mixed breeds, on the other hand, offer several advantages that prospective pet owners may fail to consider. For example, when you adopt a mixed breed, you get the benefit of two or more different breeds in one animal. You also get a pet who is less prone to genetic defects common to certain purebred dogs and cats.Whether you're thinking about adopting a dog or cat, purebred or mixed breed, it's important to make sure your favorite type of animal fits with your lifestyle. You may love border collies, for example, but these active dogs likely aren't a good match for busy apartment dwellers living in a city. So first become knowledgeable about what kind of animal you want and about what it takes to be a responsible pet caregiver.There are several types of organizations from which you can adopt a companion animal, whether purebred or mixed breed. Not all sources are the same, however, so it's important to learn as much as you can, and then choose carefully.

The Drawbacks Of Having A Mixed Breed

loubensam — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 03:57:59 CST

The disadvantages of a mixed breed outweigh the advantages for many families. The sire of the litter often hits and runs, and the owners of the dam know little or nothing about his size, type, breed, health, or temperament. Indeed, a mixed breed dog that is not protected during her fertile period can be bred by several dogs, producing a litter with two or more sires. Thus puppy purchasers know almost nothing about the pup except that he’s cute and loving.
Some mixed breeds, especially the small ones, exhibit the worst characteristics of both parents. Poodle mixes can be high-strung, even neurotic and terrier mixes can be destructive, stubborn, difficult to housetrain, and frantic. Mixes of medium or large breeds such as Chow Chows, Akitas, German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, or any of the guard dogs can be dominant-aggressive, which can be especially difficult in families with small children or with an adult man or woman who has neither a commanding voice nor a confidant manner.
Another disadvantage of mixed breed dogs is the inability to predict the size, coat-type, or temperament of the adult dog from seeing a litter of puppies from an unknown sire or worse, from an unknown dam and sire. Animal shelter personnel can guess at the breed of an abandoned litter of pups, but they cannot really tell much by looking at a roly poly bundle of fur with the little round face and short legs. And even if the litter parents are known, if they are two widely divergent breeds or mixes in size, coat, or temperament, it will be difficult to determine which pups will take after Mom, which ones will resemble Dad, which ones will look and act like a little bit of both, and which ones will look and act like neither parent.
Mixed breed dogs are sometimes considered to be the “natural” dog, the epitome of dogdom if the purebred breeders had left domesticated canines alone instead of breeding for particular abilities and physical attributes. But some folks go a bit too far, claiming that mixed breeds suffer from few of the genetic health and temperament problems inherent in purebreds. It is true, that, left alone to reproduce naturally, purebred dogs would probably become homogenized into a prototypical pariah dog – about 45 pounds in weight, 18-20 inches tall, yellow or sable colored, with upright ears and a long, slightly curled tail – similar to the Dingo of Australia, Canaan Dog of Israel or Carolina Dogs of the Southeastern US. It is also true that if dogs ran free, the unhealthy ones would not have the stamina to compete, and so the gene pool would of necessity be healthy.
However, such a return to the wild is not going to happen, and in spite of assertions that they are healthier than purebreds, crossbred and mixed breed dogs are subject to the same diseases, structural problems, joint dysplasias, allergies, and genetic abnormalities as their blue-blooded cousins. Furthermore, it is more difficult to track diseases in crossbreeds and mixed breeds because these dogs are unlikely to be x-rayed for dysplasia, checked for abnormal thyroid or eye diseases, examined for heart problems, or tested for various autoimmune problems. For example, Golden Retriever-Collie crossbred puppies are susceptible to the diseases that affect the two breeds: hip dysplasia, heart abnormalities, eye problems, etc. The inheritance of structural problems such as hip dysplasia is complex and can multiply through the generations; thus mixed breed puppies in litters from crossbred or mixed breed parents are also potential victims.

Advantages of Mixed Breeds

loubensam — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 03:53:52 CST

Besides the unconditional devotion an owner gets from building and maintaining a bond with any pet dog, the mixed breed dog has several advantages. First, he is generally inexpensive, even if purchased from a shelter. Mixed breed dogs obtained from a neighbor or from a newspaper ad may cost nothing at all or next to it. Those acquired from a shelter may cost $60-80, but the fee often includes vaccinations and a general health exam and may even include sterilization. If neutering is not included in the fee, the shelter often gives the adopter a discount coupon for the surgery.
The price advantage of a mixed breed dog over a purebred dog is short-lived, however. Cheap dogs are often poorly socialized, have little immunity to parasites or disease, and are the product of accidental breedings, not carefully-planned matings. Veterinarians, boarding kennels, groomers, and obedience instructors charge the same amount for their services whether the dog has a royal pedigree or not.
Second, there is no pressure to “do something” with the dog. Those with purebred dogs often feel the need to compete in various contests, to collect bric-a-brac with their breed’s identification, to adorn themselves in breed-specific clothing, to join dog clubs and get immersed in doggy events, etc. The owners of a mixed breed can just sit back and enjoy company of his Sandy or Ginger with no pressure to perform or collect.
Third, if you do feel pushed to “do something” with the dog, there are more and more opportunities to get involved in obedience and other activities. The American Kennel Club extends its Canine Good Citizen program to mixed breed dogs. The United Kennel Club includes spayed and neutered mixed breed dogs in its obedience and agility events through the American Mixed Breed Obedience Registry, giving these pets the opportunity to earn even advanced obedience and agility titles.
Mixed breed dogs can also compete in agility events held under the auspices of the US Dog Agility Association and the North American Dog Agility Club. Mixes can also train as search and rescue dogs, therapy dogs, and service dogs.
About the only thing the mixed breed dog can’t do is participate in events organized and hosted by AKC and its member clubs. This prohibition can be a blessing in disguise for owners who are not competitive by nature, for AKC events often produce fierce rivalries or lead to such stress that outsiders wonder if either the people or the dogs are having any fun at all.

Pure Bred

Anonymous — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 21:31:11 CST

Heres a template for the pure bred page please copy and paste and create a new page!

Thankz

Name:

Age:

Breed(s):

How You Met:

Colour(s):

Any Other Interesting Things About Them:

Hometown:

Sam

loubensam — Wed, 27 Dec 2006 23:47:17 CST

Name: Sam

Age: Almost one

Breed(s): Terrier Cross

How You Met: RSPCA

Colour(s): Black/Grey

Any Other Interesting Things About Them: I adopted Sam from the Rspca shelter.

Hometown: Wollongong

Ben

loubensam — Wed, 27 Dec 2006 23:38:18 CST

Name: Ben

Age: Almost 2

Breed(s): Half Miniture Foxie, Quarter Poodle, Quarter Pomeranian

How You Met: A mother at school

Colour(s): Light Caramel

Any Other Interesting Things About Them: Loves to play and take walks

Hometown: Wollongong