The Irish Water Spaniel is the largest of the spaniels. The Irish Water Spaniel coat is covered in long loose curls on the body and shorter hair on the face and tail. The curly outer coat has a dense undercoat that insulates the dog from cold water.
The Irish Water Spaniel is intelligent, spirited and very devoted to its family with a strong desire to please. As a puppy this dog should be well socialized. He does great with children. This dog is quite and will only bark when he needs to warn his family of an issue, thus making this a great watch dog. However if this dog senses that their owner is passive they will become stubborn, mischievous, suspicious and even over protective.
Their Height: 20-23 inches (51-58cm), Weight: 45-65 pounds (20-30kg). With a life expectancy of about 10-12 years. They are prone to hip dysplasia, ear infections and hypo-thyroidism.
This dog needs plenty of exercise and loves to be in the outdoors, he does best in the suburbs or country.
The Vizsla is a medium sized hunting dog. His temperament is playful, alert and very active. He has boundless energy at the same time he is gentle and affectionate. These dogs are well mannered in the house, however you must give him or her the proper exercise for this to happen They are not recommended for apartment life nor do they like cold climates or getting very wet. If you are interested in this dog and would like to learn more please go to http://vizslapuppiesblog.com or click the link at the bottom of the page.
This is a breed that is not talked about but the American Kennel Club recognizes it. It is “Saluki” Ever heard of them? 
Well this is not a small dog when they reach adult size their height is 23-28” and weight is 29-66 lbs. The Saluki has the appearance of total grace. Known for their speed. They have a body that resembles a greyhound with feathering ears and tail. Their eyes are thin and usually light or dark brown. They come in many colors, including fawn, white, black and tan, cream, gold and red. If you are lucky enough to find one with a patch of white on it’s forehead it is regarded as special and said to have “the kiss of Allah”.
Their temperament is even-tempered and sensitive, dignified and very affectionate. However they may become attached to one person in the family. They are good with older children. Because of their build they are not able to do rough play, they are much too fragile for that. They make good watchdogs, but need to be train with lots of love and not harsh words. Because of their speed they will do great running besides you as you take a bike ride but not good company for jogging.
This dog does not do well in extremely hot weather and should not sleep outdoors, because they become very uncomfortable. They also should not live in an apartment they need lots of room and will do better in a large land area. They have an instinct to chase and kill small animals so they should not be kept with non-canine pets.
Their grooming is very easy; they only need occasional brushing paying close attention to the tail and ears. Their origin goes back to the ancient Middle East.
Some odd facts about different Dogs
1)According to the AKC a Chihuahua is a smaller breed than a Yorkshire Terrier or a Pomeranian.
2)A Boxer is more prone to Cancer compared to a Cocker Spaniel or Boston Terrier
3) A poodle was originally bred to be a water retriever, circus dog and a truffle hunter.
4)Dalmatians have webbed paws
5)A Fennec Fox is related to a Chihuahua
6)A Irish Wolfhound is the largest sighthound and one of the strongest of all the extra large dog breeds
7)A Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a herding dog
8)An English Bulldog is prone to hot spots
9)Newfoundlands are the ancestors of Labrador Retrievers
10) A Schipperke is a dutch working breed
11) A Carin Terrier is left pawed, hunts rats just as good as a cat and is originally from Scotland
Breed associations often have a listing of purebreds that have been given up by their owners. These dogs will make great pets and are less expensive than a new purebred puppy.
Keep in mind that Breeders and Kennels usually specialize in one or two breeds of dogs. And many are very particular about who owns their dogs. Once you have decided on a particular breed, try to visit several different breeders before making a choice. Even though they are pure breeds each will have some distinct factor in their color, size and temperament. You will be able to find the right puppy for you and your family after viewing several different breeders. A good way to get some idea of what your puppy may look like or temperament he or she may have is to see their parents. You don’t want to buy from a breeder that will not allow you to do this. Also don’t be offended if the breeder offers you a less expensive but pet quality puppy. If they know that you don’t plan to have the dog as a show dog they may offer you a puppy with tiny imperfections, great for a pet but would never do for a show dog.
Did you know that there are several hundred breeds of pure breeds that the American Kennel Club (AKC) recognizes? 127 in total. They are divided into seven functional groups: Sporting, Non-Sporting, Toys, Hounds, Working dogs, Herding dogs and Terriers.
Toy Poodle
Life Expectancy is between 12-15 years.
Recognized By: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
Color: In certain colors there may show a varying shade of that same color. (black, white, brown, sliver, blue, apricot, and red)
Hair Length: Short and curly can be dense and harsh in texture. A beautiful coat that is completely non-shedding. It needs to be groomed every 6-8 weeks to keep the coat free of mats.
Height: up to 10 inches
Weight: ranges between 6-9 pounds depending on height can vary.
Living Area: Due to their size Toy Poodles need to be indoor. They do very well in urban and country living. As long as they get to be playful. They do not need a yard and they do great in an apartment.
They are very energetic, intelligent, and elegant appearing small dog. Their feet are rather small and oval in shape. Toes are arched, with thick hard pads for good cushioning. They have an independent personality and are a playful companion.
Temperament
The Toy Poodles intelligence is renowned; they can be taught all different tricks through various skill levels. They appear to enjoy performing and entertaining their owners. They are one of the easiest and brightest breeds to train. It is alert, responsive, playful, and eager to please. (Side note I trained Romeo in less than a week)
They can be shy with strangers and should be socialized as a puppy. They tend to love children interaction with their owners. They will bark to defend or warn their owners but tend to be more reserved then other small toy breeds. (I think Romeo forgot this part)..
Training techniques that work well for Toy Poodles include treats, toys, and most importantly praise. Because of their personalities rewarding with praise is a great way to get them to learn new things.
My Romeo—
Remember I said last month there were over 140 breeds of Dogs? Our next dog to learn about is the Keeshond.
The Keeshond is related to the Samoyed, the Chow Chow, and the Norwegian Elkhound. The Keeshond is the perfect household companion. This dog is easily managed, has a good humor with a great personality. The Keeshond likes to be around people so it adapts very easily. He is sensitve and responds well to firm and patient training. He has a very curious nature and doesn’t want to miss out on anything. He can be shy at first to strangers but makes friends quickly. If he grows up with children he can be very patient with them. If given enough exercise he is a good dog for the city life. As for grooming as you can see 
needs to be brushed about twice a week. Keep in mind that if you bath him it will make his fur very soft. If left along he will bark a lot so keep that in mind. As for height: Males: 18 in,
Females 17 in
Weight: 55-66 lbs
Coat: Abundant, Guard hair that stands away from body with a thick undercoat
Color: A mixture of gray and black, undercoat is cream colored
Common health problems hip dysplasia, and heart disease
There are more than 140 dog breeds not even counting the mix designer breeds. So it is about time that we learn about some of the different breeds around. Lets start with Affenpinscher. This breed existed in Germany and was first used to catch rats, but ended up being a lap dog. This is a great dog for someone living in an apartment. However he can be a barker and loves to showoff. If given the chance he will takeover the house. The personality of the Affenpinscher is very serious and expects everyone to be the same. He does not tolerate teasing and will attack anyone or anything that irritates him. You should keep in mind not to spoil the Affenpinscher because he will become an impossible tyrant. He is an very intelligent dog and responds very well to positive firm and consistent training. Their height is 10 inches, weight 9 lbs. and their coat is hard, dense and abundant. They usually come in Red, black, tan, grayish or bluish gray.
