Dogs 101

Canaan Dog

The Canaan is a dog cool enough to be JFK Jr.'s best friend and smart enough to be man's battlefield buddy. This breed is believed to have started the human dog relationship. The Canaan Dog is an explorer and would best fit with an active family.

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Need an enduring friendship? The Australian Cattle Dog is a loving and loyal herding dog. They are devoted, extremely athletic and highly intelligent. The Australian Cattle Dog is great in families especially active families who enjoy the outdoors. WWW
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Able to trace its lineage back to the 6th millennium B.C, the Saluki is one of the oldest breeds in history. The Saluki is a very adaptable dog that needs room to run and has a skittish temperament so they are not the best for small children. WWW
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