Dog Breed Videos - View Videos of Common Dog BreedsA dog breed is a group of dogs that have very similar or nearly identical characteristics of appearance or behavior or, usually, both, primarily because they come from a select set of ancestors who had the same characteristics. Dogs have been selectively bred for specific characteristics for thousands of years. Initially the selections would have centered on domestication and useful behavior such as hunting ability. Later, dogs were also selected for attractive and distinctive forms, resulting..Puppies - Watch a Video About Puppies- September 26, 2006 Puppies like humans, are highly social animals and this similarity in their overall behavioral pattern accounts for their trainability, playfulness, and ability to fit into human households and social situations. Puppies Video (.avi) Puppies Video (.mov)http://www.dog-pound.net/videos.htm#800 Spaniels - Watch a Video About Spaniels- September 26, 2006 Spaniels have the primary purposes of flushing game from dense undergrowth and retrieving game after it has been shot. Different breeds reflect different emphasis on the dogs' uses. At one time, spaniels were subdivided into Land, Field, and Water spaniels, according to the terrain in which they worked best. Spaniels Video (.avi) Spaniels Video (.mov)http://www.dog-pound.net/videos.htm#700 Shepherds - Watch a Video About German Shepherds- September 19, 2006 German Shepherd Dogs are often used as working dogs in many capacities, including search and rescue (SAR) dogs, military dogs, police dogs, or guard dogs. They are also used as assistance dogs, particularly guide dogs. The German Shepherd Dog is a large, strong, handsome-looking dog. The fur is a double-coat and can be either short or long haired. It varies in color, coming in many different shades, mostly cream (tan) and brown, but also solid black or white. Dogs from working lines have very.http://www.dog-pound.net/videos.htm#600 Mastiff - Watch a Video About Mastiffs- September 12, 2006 Mastiffs are powerfully built, with massive bodies, broad skulls and head of generally square appearance. The Mastiff breed is a combination of grandeur, dignity, and courage; calm and affectionate to its master, but capable of guarding. The breed is innately good natured, calm, easygoing, and surprisingly gentle. It is a well-mannered house pet but needs sufficient room to stretch out. Mastiffs are an extremely loyal breed and, though not excessively demonstrative, they are devoted to family...http://www.dog-pound.net/videos.htm#400 Retrievers - Watch a Video About Retrievers- September 12, 2006 A retriever is a type of dog that retrieves game for hunters. Retrievers were bred primarily to retrieve birds or other prey and return them to the hunter without damage. The retriever's willingness to please and trainability have made retrievers such as the Labrador Retriever and Golden Retriever popular as assistance dogs. The Labrador Retriever, is one of several kinds of retriever, and is the most popular breed of dog in both the United States and the United Kingdom. The...http://www.dog-pound.net/videos.htm#500 Poodle - Watch a Video About Poodles- September 5, 2006 Poodles are known for their ability in the water and as bird hunting skills. The breed comes in three sizes: Standard: Over 38 cm (15 in) at the shoulder Miniature: Over 28 cm (11 in) high, but under 38 cm Toy: Under 28 cm (11 in) and 10 lb or under The fur on the poodle's body is naturally curly, often in small tight clumps of small curly ringlets. Hair on the ears can be straight or slightly curly. With brushing, the dog's fur will still retain wavy or curly properties, but will..http://www.dog-pound.net/videos.htm#300 |