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Yorkshire Terrier
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WANTED: Yorkshire Terrier, better known as “Yorkie”. SUSPECT DESCRIPTION: Small, belongs in the terrier group, hypoallergenic, minimum shedding, silky coat. Makes a wonderful pet. M.O.: Originally bred to catch rats in clothing mills, today they make great companion dogs. RELEVANT FAMILY HISTORY: Prone to dental issues, Yorkies need regular dental hygiene to promote healthy gums and fresh breath. LAST SEEN: At the groomer! Yorkies need to be regularly groomed, especially if their hair is kept long. Their hair (as opposed to fur) can get greasy if left too long between grooming appointments.
Beagle
WANTED: Beagle, small to me dium hound dog with an excellent sense of smell. SUSPECT DESCRIPTION: Lar ge appetite, very friendly, able to track a scent extrem ely well. Distinctive “white tip” on their tails so they can be seen when they are tracking a scent. M.O.: An established huntin g hound, beagles are driven by their noses and their sto machs! A way to a beagle’s heart is through food and rew ard training. RELEVANT FAMILY HISTO RY: A preferred breed by British Royalty, the beagle wo n the 2011 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Showdog sho w. LAST SEEN: Playing hide and seek! Beagles can be kept busy by playing games like hide-and-seek with treats or by being allowed to sniff and dig out their toys in a sandbox after you've bur ied them.
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