Powerpet Natural Dog Treats Dog of the Week: Pit Bull Terrier

THE PIT BULL TERRIER

The Pit Bull immediately strikes one as being a dog of power, passion and undying willingness. The brick-like head, which is especially broad between the cheeks (to house the powerful jaws), is carried upon a thickly muscled, well-defined neck. The neck runs into a deep, thick, well-sprung chest. The American Pit Bull is a very muscular, stocky, yet agile dog that is extremely strong for his size. The ears are generally cropped, though this is optional. Docked tails are not accepted by the UKC or the ADBA. The eyes are round. Both the ADBA and the UKC do not accept blue eyes or the coat color merle. The American Pitbull Registry does accept a merle coat. The teeth should form a scissors bite. Its coat is made up of thick, short, shiny hair. All colors are admissible. The tail tapers to a point.

 

El Powerpet, Botanas de Perro Naturales, Perro de la Semana: Labrador Retriever

EL LABRADOR RETRIEVER

El Labrador Retriever es posiblemente la raza de perro más popular que existe en el presente. En los Estados Unidos, durante los últimos catorce años, ha tenido el registro anual de cachorros más alto de todas las razas reconocidas (de acuerdo a las estadísticas del AKC). Al menos en los últimos tres años los registros del Labrador han sido casi tres veces más que los del segundo lugar, el cual le correspondió al Golden Retriever. En Inglaterra y Australia también goza de gran popularidad.

APARIENCIA GENERAL: 
Perro de constitución fuerte, región renal corta y muy activo; tiene un cráneo amplio, pecho y costillas amplias y profundas; la región renal y los miembros posteriores son anchos y fuertes.

TEMPERAMENTO / COMPORTAMIENTO: 
Perro que tiene buen temperamento y es muy ágil. Posee un excelente olfato y cobra con delicadez; es muy aficionado al agua. Es un animal adaptable y devoto compañero. Inteligente, vivaz y dócil, con fuerte voluntad para complacer. De carácter afable, sin ninguna señal de agresividad o timidez impropias.

Powerpet Natural Dog Treats Dog of the Week: Labrador Retriever

THE LABRADOR RETRIEVER

The gentle, intelligent and family-friendly Labrador Retriever from Canada continues to be the most popular breed in the United States, according to AKC® registration statistics. This versatile hunting breed comes in three colors – yellow, black and chocolate – and because of his aptitude to please his master they excel as guide dogs for the blind, as part of search-and-rescue teams or in narcotics detection with law enforcement.

A Look Back
Labrador Retrievers, originally from Newfoundland, were initially used in work alongside fisherman, helping to pull in nets and catch fish that escaped from fishing lines. After being crossed with Setters, Spaniels and other Retrievers, the Labrador Retriever honed its skills as a true retriever. From this point in the breed’s history, “Labs,” as they are affectionately called, were bred primarily to perform as an efficient retriever of game, with a stable temperament suitable for a variety of activities beyond hunting.

An ideal sporting and family dog, the Labrador Retriever thrives as part of an active family or as a trusted hunting companion. A double-coated breed which sheds seasonally, regular grooming keeps his coat at its water-resistant best. Because of his even temperament and trainability millions of Americans own a Labrador Retriever as a pet.

 

El Powerpet, Botanas de Perro Naturales, Perro de la Semana: Perro de la Montaña de los Pirineos

Perro de la Montaña de los Pirineos

Es probable que el Montaña de los Pirineos descienda del Dogo del Tíbet, introducido en Europa durante las invasiones asiáticas. Las primeras pruebas escritas sobre la existencia de la raza datan de finales del siglo XIV, en ellas se explica que el perro se empleaba para guardar los castillos de Foix, Orthez y Carcasona. Durante siglos, este perro se ha utilizado en la zona francesa de los Pirineos como guardián, perro de carga y, sobre todo, para proteger los rebaños de lobos y osos.

El Perro de Montaña de los Pirineos es tranquilo y discreto durante el día y vigilante y alerta por la noche. Es desconfiado con los extraños, dominante y un poco terco a veces. Es cariñoso y protector con los niños y dulce con sus dueños. No acostumbra a llevarse bien con otros perros.

El Montaña de los Pirineos es un perro robusto, de estructura fuerte y de pecho ancho y profundo. La cabeza no es demasiado grande en comparación con el cuerpo y el hocico es ancho, bastante largo y tiende a estrecharse en el extremo. Tiene unos ojos más bien pequeños con los párpados bordeados de negro, como si los tuviera pintados. Las orejas, pequeñas y triangulares, están pegadas a la cabeza a la atura de los ojos. Tiene una cola larga y tupida. Su pelo es blanco con manchas, largo, aplastado, suave y muy espeso, más largo en la cola, los muslos y el cuello.

Powerpet Natural Dog Treats Dog of the Week: Great Pyrenees

Great Pyrenees

Despite his regal and majestic appearance, the Great Pyrenees is a keen worker, faithfully guarding his flocks no matter the weather or terrain. With his intelligence, scenting ability and excellent sight, he is an invaluable companion to the shepherd. The breed possesses a beautifully thick, weather resistant white coat that may contain markings of badger, gray, or various shades of tan.

A Look Back
It is thought that the Great Pyrenees originated in Central Asia or Siberia and followed the Aryan migration into Europe. The breed takes his name from the mountain range in southwestern Europe, where they are used to guard flocks on the steep slopes. In addition to its association with the peasant shepherd, the Great Pyrenees was also cherished by the nobility and appointed French court dog in the 17th century.

While affectionate with his family and quiet and tolerant in general, if there is something to guard or protect, the Great Pyrenees can become quite territorial. Because they were bred to work independently and make decisions on their own, Pyrs may not be the star of the local obedience class. The breed should be exercised daily on leash or in a fenced area. New owners should be prepared for barking, especially at night, and brushing approximately once per week.

Reward Your Dog! / Premia Tu Perro!

Reward your dog with Powerpet Treats, they will love them & it is also good for their teeth!

Premia a tu perro con botanas de Powerpet, les encantaran y tambien es bueno para sus dientes!

El Powerpet, Botanas de Perro Naturales, Perro de la Semana: Affenpinscher

El Affenpinscher

El Affenpinscher (del alemánAffe ”mono”) es una raza de perro de la familia de los Pinschers de constitución pequeña y robusta, criada desde el siglo XVII. Llegan a medir hasta 26 cm de altura y pesar de 3 a 3,5 kg; muy parecidos a los terriers con orejas cortas y erguidas, ojos redondeados negros y cola delgada algo escasa.

Su pelaje es erizado, comúnmente negro y corto, lo que le da una apariencia simiesca, de allí el nombre de la raza.

Es una raza bastante antigua y está representada en cuadros anteriores al siglo XVI. Aparece en los cuadros de Durero y Van Eyck. Nació en Alemania y su nombre le viene por su parecido a un mono. Hace 150 años se creía que este perro era un cruce entre un mono y un Pinscher. Sus orígenes reales son todavía desconocidos. Se cree que proviene del pequeño Terrier alemán (hoy desaparecido), del Pinscher o del Schnauzer miniatura.

Powerpet Natural Dog Treats Dog of the Week: Affenpinscher

The Affenpinscher

The Affenpinscher (translated from German as Monkey-Terrier) is a peppy dog that has the face and impish nature of a monkey. This wire-haired terrier-like breed acts like a bigger dog as he proudly struts around. The coat of an Affenpinscher is usually black, but they also come in gray, silver, red, belge or black and tan.

Affenpinschers have a fun-loving, sometimes mischievous, personality. Their intelligence, appearance and attitude make them a good house pet, but children should always be taught how to properly handle the dog. Their small size makes them ideal for an apartment. They are very active indoors and most of their exercise needs can be met with indoor play, but they enjoy daily walks. Their wiry coat should be brushed and combed twice a week and trimmed twice a year.

A Look Back
One of the most ancient of toy dogs, the Affenpinscher originated in Central Europe (Munich, Germany and France), where they earned the nickname “little devil with a moustache.” During the 17th century, small terriers were frequently kept around stables, on farms or in stores where they served as ratters. Bred down in size, these small terriers became companions in the home and kept mice from overrunning their mistresses’ boudoirs.