dog breeds
Boxer
WANTED: Boxer, a headstron g German working dog with an incredible amount of energy. SUSPECT DESCRIPTION: A distinctive underbite, smart, energetic, playful and good with children. M.O.: The boxer is an extrem ely hard-working dog. They were originally bred to seize large prey, protect it and hold onto it until the hun ters arrived. Boxers were also a valuable messenger dog , pack-carrier, attack dog, and guard dog during World War 1. RELEVANT FAMILY HISTO RY: The boxer is a distant relative of the Old English Bul ldog. LAST SEEN: Playing! To kee p your boxer from getting bored (and therefore getting into trouble!) you must stimulate the working side of the toys, games like fetch, compan ir brain with durable ionship with humans and other dogs, as well as regula r exercise.
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WANTED: German Shepherd, a large breed dog that is fiercely loyal and protective of its owners. SUSPECT DESCRIPTION: Most often tan & black or red & black, the German Shepherd has a double coat which means they shed all year long. German Shepherds are longer than they are tall, very muscular and possess a very noble and dignified, appearance. M.O.: The German Shepherd was originally bred to herd and guard sheep, but because of its muscle, brainpower and training ability, the German Shepherd is used as a military and police dog all around the world. RELEVANT FAMILY HISTORY: They have a love of show business! German Shepherds have been featured in a variety of hits such as Rin Tin Tin, I Am Legend and The Littlest Hobo. LAST SEEN: Working! German Shepherds are the leading choice for police, guard and military dogs. Their ability to learn and perform a new command is astonishing. They are used to track scents, give warnings of danger and lead search and rescue teams.
2012 SPRING/SUMMER Companion 5