Powerpet Natural Dog Treats Dog of the Week: Labrador Retriever

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Power Pet

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.

Powerpet Natural Dog Treats Dog of the Week: Great Pyrenees

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Power Pet

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!

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Power Pet

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

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Power Pet

El Affenpinscher

El Affenpinscher (del alemán: Affe ”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

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Power Pet

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.

El Powerpet, Botanas de Perro Naturales, Perro de la Semana: Foxhound Inglés

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Power Pet

Foxhound Inglés

Historia: Esta raza es originaria de Inglaterra, resultado de una planificada mezcla de perros cazadores durante más de dos siglos, tanto así, que desde antes de 1800 la British Masters Of Foxhounds Association tiene anotados cuidadosamente los registros genealógicos de esta raza.

Pelaje: Corto y duro, pegado al cuerpo y resistente al agua.

Color: Gran variedad de colores. Todos los colores permitidos. Aunque suelen ser blancos con grandes manchas marrones, castañas y negras, de dos o tres colores.

Características: Orejas bajas y caídas, estilo sabueso. Patas rectas. Cabeza y cola larga.

Carácter: El Foxhound Inglés es amigable y no agresivo, muy elegante, limpio y atlético. Es un perro muy afectuoso con la gente, con los niños y otros perros.

Cuidado: El Foxhound Inglés es un perro muy enérgico que puede volverse inquieto y destructivo sino se le ofrece un ejercicio regular. Para mantener su pelaje sano y brillante se necesita peinarlo regularmente con un cepillo de cerdas firme y bañarlo sólo cuando sea necesario.Son perros muy sanos que generalmente no presentan enfermedades hereditarias sino los percances que puedan presentarse debido a su actividad aventurera.

Powerpet Natural Dog Treats Dog of the Week: English Foxhound

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Power Pet

English Foxhound

A versatile dog, he can be trained to hunt almost any ground game. In appearance, the English Foxhound is any good “hound color,” which includes black, tan, and white, or any combination of these three. Although similar in appearance to his American Foxhound cousin, the English version is shorter and much stouter in appearance.

The English Foxhound’s roots in Great Britain date back before 1800. There have been more than 250 packs of hounds in Great Britain and careful breeding records have been kept throughout the years by the masters of those packs. In America, the earliest entries in the English Foxhound Stud Book date back to 1890, but the blood of some American packs dates well before that time. The first AKC registered English Foxhound was named “Auditor.”

El Powerpet, Botanas de Perro Naturales, Perro de la Semana: Griffon de Bruselas

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Power Pet

Griffon de Bruselas

El Grifón de Bruselas, el Grifón Belga y el Petit Brabançon tienen un origen común. Estos tres perritos proceden de los pequeños perros rateros que rondaban por los establos europeos. Se encargaban de deshacerse de las ratas, guardar la casa y ser unos buenos perros de compañía poco costosos. En Bélgica estaban muy valorados y durante el siglo XIX los belgas se encargaron de mejorar estos grifones de establo a partir de cruces con razas extranjeras (Carlino y King Charles Spaniel). A pesar de que los tres se consideran como tres variedades distintas de la misma raza, el Brabançon parece casi una raza distinta.

El Grifón de Bruselas es un perro pequeño, de cuerpo corto y rechoncho y de cabeza grande y redonda. Sus orejas son pequeñas, de inserción alta altas y le caen hacia delante. Tiene unas cejas muy pobladas, un mostacho debajo de la trufa, barba y mechones en las mejillas. La cola, también de inserción alta, se acostumbra a cortar hasta un tercio. Su pelo es áspero, tosco y de un color rubio rojizo.

Powerpet Natural Dog Treats Dog of the Week: Brussels Griffon

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Power Pet

Brussels Griffon

The intelligent and cheerful Brussels Griffon has a terrier-like disposition and is known for his almost human expression. This affectionate breed comes in a variety of colors, including red, belge (black and reddish brown), black and tan, or black. This breed makes a good watchdog and can be taught to perform a variety of tricks. A Brussels Griffon was featured in 1997′s hit, “As Good As It Gets”, starring Jack Nicholson and Helen Hunt.

El Powerpet, Botanas de Perro Naturales, Perro de la Semana: Spitz Finlandés

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Power Pet

Spitz Finlandés

El Spitz Finlandés es un perro muy vital, simpático, limpio, pícaro e inteligente. Aunque es independiente y a veces un poco reservado, no le gusta que lo dejen solo. Es observador, atento y si se aburre puede que bastante ruidoso. Su carácter juguetón encaja perfectamente con el de los niños, con los que se muestra afable y cariñoso. Puede ser difícil de educar, ya que por naturaleza se resiste a las órdenes. Es aconsejable que el adiestramiento se convierta en un juego.

El Spitz Finlandés es un perro activo al que le encanta correr, lo ideal es que tenga un jardín en el que se pueda ejercitar libremente y en el que su dueño le ofrezca las más variadas sesiones de juego.
Para mantener su pelo limpio y sano, basta con un buen cepillado de vez en cuando para ir eliminando el pelo muerto, salvo en las épocas de muda, que es necesario hacerlo más a menudo.