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The Taiwan Dog can be used for almost anything: guarding, herding, rescuing, as a stunt dog, and for companionship. It is small to medium-size, native to Taiwan, with an appearance that makes it suitable for thickly forested terrain. The dog is available in two types: two small types and one medium. Taiwan Dogs have a withers height between 17”-20” (43-51 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 25-40 lb (11-18 kg). The Taiwan Dog has an overall body length of roughly 22”-25” (56-64 cm), standing height between 22”-25” (56-64 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-13 years.

Iterated exercises are distasteful for Canaan dogs as it usually gets bored easily with them. Since it is a pariah dog, it has high survival instincts. The Canaan dog has its origins from the Middle East and is also called the Palestinian pariah dog or Bedouin sheepdog. Canaan Dogs have a withers height between 19”-24" (48-61 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 35-55 lb (16-25 kg). The Canaan Dog has an overall body length of roughly 27”-33” (69-84 cm), standing height between 26”-31” (66-79 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-15 years.

The Balloon Dog is a sculpture that embraces the recognizable form of a balloon twisted into the shape of a dog. The sculpture was created by artist, Jeff Koons and has become his most recognized piece of work. The Balloon Dog intentionally makes the form of the balloon dog a permanent item. Balloon Dog has a height of 10’ (3.05 m), width of 3’9” (1.14 m), and depth of 12’ (3.66 m).

The appearance of a Carolina Dog is that of a Jackal or Wolf, making it one of the most important factors to identify it. This sighthound is mainly found in the Southeastern United States as a free-roaming dog that depends on pack survival, although these days kept as pets. Carolina Dogs have a withers height between 18”-24” (46-61 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 30-50 lb (14-23 kg). The Carolina Dog has an overall body length of roughly 26”-33” (66-84 cm), standing height between 23”-29” (58-74 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-15 years.

The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is mostly a guard dog and not a shepherd dog, as its name suggests. It is also called the Kangal Shepherd Dog, Kangal, or Goban Kopegi, used for guarding flocks against predators and even small children because of its protective, loyal, and gentle instincts. Anatolian Shepherd Dogs have a withers height between 26”-31” (66-79 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 85-150 lb (39-68 kg). The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an overall body length of roughly 37”-44” (94-112 cm), standing height between 33”-40” (84-102 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-15 years.

The American Eskimo Dog is an affectionate and loving companion dog and member of the Spitz family that originates from Germany. Its predecessors were the German Spitz, but due to anti-German sentiment during the First World War, it was renamed the ”American Eskimo Dog”. American Eskimo Dogs have a withers height between 15”-19” (38-48 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 18-35 lb (8-16 kg). The American Eskimo Dog has an overall body length of roughly 21”-26” (53-66 cm), standing height between 18”-22” (46-56 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-15 years.

The Caucasian Shepherd Dog has been categorized as a working dog since it takes its role as guardians with pleasure. This comes from their boldness, fearlessness, and self-confidence. They are native to countries in the Caucasus region and used for protecting properties and small animals. Caucasian Shepherd Dogs have a withers height between 25”-30” (64-76 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 80-155 lb (36-70 kg). The Caucasian Shepherd Dog has an overall body length of roughly 34”-43” (86-109 cm), standing height between 29”-35” (74-89 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-12 years.

The black mask, rose ears, and hook at the tip of the tail are the physical characteristics used to separate the Estrela Mountain Dog from other look-alike dogs. He is native to Portugal, especially the Estrela mountains working well as a guardian dog or to provide companionship. Estrela Mountain Dogs have a withers height between 24”-29” (61-74 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 65-110 lb (29-50 kg). The Estrela Mountain Dog has an overall body length of roughly 36”-42” (91-107 cm), standing height between 30”-35” (76-89 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-14 years.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are large breed of mountain dog popular for their distinctive coat colors and helpfulness on farms. The average Bernese Mountain Dog has an overall height of 30"-36" (76-91 cm), withers height of 23”-27.5” (58-70 cm), and body length of 35"-41.5" (89-105 cm). A typical Bernese Mountain Dog weighs between 70-115 lb (32-52 kg) and has a lifespan of roughly 7-10 years.

The Spanish Water Dog has features that make it useful for its existence and work. First, it has a distinctive curly and wooly coat from head to toe that makes it adapted to the climate of its homeland. Its short profile makes it an excellent retriever. It is long rather than tall. Spanish Water Dogs have a withers height between 16”-20" (41-51 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 30-50 lb (14-23 kg). The Spanish Water Dog has an overall body length of roughly 25”-31” (58-79 cm), standing height between 22”-27” (56-69 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-14 years.

In hunting, the Karelian Bear Dog is a master hunter. Thanks to its build, quick reflexes, fearless nurture, and quick sense of smell. The dog is native to Finland, where it is a national treasure and gets its name from its ability to hunt bears. The medium-sized spitz dog has a dense coat. Karelian Bear Dogs have a withers height between 19”-24" (48-61 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 45-65 lb (20-36 kg). The Karelian Bear Dog has an overall body length of roughly 28”-34” (71-86 cm), standing height between 24”-29” (61-74 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-13 years.

The Portuguese Water Dog is a big, burly dog with a low shedding thick curly mane. Originally bred off the coast of Portugal as a fisherman’s helper, the Portuguese Water Dog is a friendly dog eager to work for and please his owner. The Portuguese Water Dog used to rely messages from ship and shore. Portuguese Water Dogs have a withers height between 17”-22" (43-56 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 35-60 lb (16-27 kg). The Portuguese Water Dog has an overall body length of roughly 25”-31” (58-79 cm), standing height between 24”-30” (61-76 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-15 years.

The Australian Cattle Dog, also called the Blue Heeler, Red Heeler, and Queensland Heeler, is a medium, muscular, sturdy dog known for its strength and agility. This breed originated in Australian where the Australian Cattle Dog was used to herd cattle over long distances. The average Australian Cattle Dog has an overall height of 21”-25” (53-64 cm), withers height of 17"-20” (43-51 cm), and body length of 28”-33” (71-84 cm). A typical Australian Cattle Dog weighs between 31-35 lb (14-16 kg) and has a lifespan of roughly 13-15 years.

The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a herding and a part of the Sennenhund dog type that is from Switzerland. Originally the breed was kept for guarding and herding, but today they are a lively companion. They are characterized by their small, triangular ears, strong flat skull, and long jaws. Entlebucher Mountain Dogs have a withers height between 16”-21” (41-53 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 45-65 lb (20-36 kg). The Entlebucher Mountain Dog has an overall body length of roughly 29”-37” (74-94 cm), standing height between 22”-27” (56-69 cm), and a typical lifespan of 11-15 years.

The Catahoula Leopard Dog is recognized by its varied coat colors, rectangular-shaped body, and large head with dropped ears. The dog is muscular, having a thick muscular neck and a long tail that curves towards the tip. It is native to Louisiana, United States, with a short or medium-sized coat. Catahoula Leopard Dogs have a withers height between 20”-26” (51-66 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 50-95 lb (23-43 kg). The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an overall body length of roughly 32”-41” (81-104 cm), standing height between 28”-35” (71-89 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-14 years.

A dog ear picket fence is a classic, visually appealing wooden fence style characterized by its evenly spaced vertical pickets with a distinctive, slightly rounded, triangular top. The name "dog ear" originates from the resemblance of these picket tops to a dog's folded ears. The Dog Ear Picket Fence is available with a width of 6’ (1.83 m), heights of 3’-4’ (.91-1.22 m), and a fence panel thickness of 1.25” (3.2 cm). The individual pickets have a width of 3.5” (8.9 cm) and a thickness of .625” (1.6 cm). Posts for picket fences are typically sized at 3” (7.6 cm).

The Dog Flea (Ctenocephalides canis) is a flea species that lives as an ectoparasite on mammals, particularly the domestic dog and cat. While they feed on the blood of dogs and cats, the Dog Flea will sometimes bite humans, and the female flea must have a blood meal before they can produce eggs. The Dog Flea has an overall body length between .12”-.16” (3-4 mm), body width of .03”-.04” (.8-1 mm), and body height of .04”-.07” (1-1.8 mm). The typical lifespan of the Dog Flea is between 2-3 weeks.

The Raccoon Dog (Nyctereutes procyonides) is a species of the Canidae family, closely related to foxes, that was named after its resemblance to the face of a raccoon. They have short tan-black limbs, a large body, and rounded ears. and are the only member of the canid family that hibernates. Raccoon Dogs have a shoulder height of 15”-20” (38-51 cm), body length between 20”-27” (51-69 cm), and an overall weight in the range of 14-22 lb (6-10 kg). The typical lifespan of a Raccoon Dog is 4-8 years in the wild and up to 11-16 years when raised in captivity.

One common trait about the Central Asian Shepherd Dog is its large imposing figure. The dog is found in the regions of Southern Ural, Afghanistan, China, and the Caspian sea. It is naturally protective, independent, courageous, and self-confident, making it a good guard dog and working dog. Central Asian Shepherd Dogs have a withers height between 26”-28” (66-71 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 85-175 lb (39-79 kg). The Central Asian Shepherd Dog has an overall body length of roughly 40”-43” (102-109 cm), standing height between 31”-34” (79-86 cm), and a typical lifespan of 11-15 years.

Dogs are domesticated mammals of the Carnivora order. Descendants of wolves, dogs are the first animals to have been domesticated by humans. Dogs are bred for particular physical and emotional characteristics and are often referred to as ‘man’s best friend’ referring to their high degree of loyalty.

The Black-Tailed Prairie Dog (Cynomys ludovicianus) is a rodent that lives grassland habitats of the Great Plains of North America. Habitat preferences are influenced by the type of vegetative covering, soil, slope, and rainfall, which aid in their foraging and burrowing activities. Black-Tailed Prairie Dogs have a height of 5.9”-7.3” (15-18.5 cm), body length between 12”-16” (31-41 cm), and an overall weight in the range of 2-4 lb (.9-1.8 kg). The tail length of a Black-Tailed Prairie Dog is 3”-4” (7.6-10.2 cm). Black-Tailed Prairie Dogs have a typical lifespan of 3-5 years in the wild and 8-10 years in captivity.

High discipline is one of the chief characteristics of the Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog. Apart from that, he is also calm and well-mannered. Hence, a good herd and guard dog that forms strong bonds with the master easily. The dog originates from Romanian, mostly around the Carpathian mountains. Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dogs have a withers height between 25”-30” (64-76 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 100-130 lb (45-59 kg). The Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog has an overall body length of roughly 40”-47” (102-119 cm), standing height between 31”-37” (79-94 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-14 years.

Known to be king of headers and drafters, the Greater Swiss Mountain dog walks like a horse and gives off an animated but gentle expression. Other than its great physical strength, sociableness, activeness, and love for a human companion, the dog is quick to sound warning but reluctant to bite. Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs have a withers height between 23.5”-28.5” (60-72 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 80-140 lb (36-64 kg). The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an overall body length of roughly 35”-41” (89-104 cm), standing height between 30”-36” (76-91 cm), and a typical lifespan of 7-11 years.

A dog ear solid privacy fence is a popular fencing option characterized by its closely arranged vertical pickets with a distinct, slightly rounded, triangular top reminiscent of a dog's folded ears. This design provides an effective privacy barrier while adding visual appeal to any yard or garden. The Dog Ear Privacy Fence is available with widths of 6’-8’ (1.83-2.44 m), heights of 6’-8’ (1.83-2.44 m), and a fence panel thickness of 1.5” (3.8 cm). The individual pickets have a width of 3.5” (8.9 cm) and a thickness of .75” (1.9 cm). Posts for privacy fences are typically sized at 4”-6” (10.2-15.2 cm).

You can easily recognize the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog from its bobtail, the leg length under the body, rugged coat, and oval-shaped, medium-size eyes that express suspicion. It is native to Australia and bred to herd cattle. The dog is a crossbreed of the Dingo and European herding dogs. Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dogs have a withers height between 17”-20” (43-51 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 35-50 lb (16-23 kg). The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog has an overall body length of roughly 24”-29” (61-74 cm), standing height between 22”-25” (56-64 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-15 years.

Don’t let the name sway you with its host as the Brown Dog Tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus) can claim host even on humans. As a cosmopolitan species that prefer warmer conditions, it can complete an entire life-cycle indoors or outdoors. It may also be called Kennel Tick or Pantropical Dog Tick. The Brown Dog Tick has an overall length between .17”-.24” (4.2-6.2 mm). Brown Dog Ticks have a body length of .09”-.13” (2.2-3.2 mm), body width of .04”-.07” (1.1-1.7 mm), and body height of .03”-.04” (.7-1 mm). The typical lifespan of the Brown Dog Tick is between 3-18 months.

Duane Lee Chapman is more commonly known as Dog the Bounty Hunter. A bounty hunter and bail bondsman, Dog rose to fame after the successful capture of Andrew Luster in 2003 and was consequently given his own reality television series. He has been married five times and has twelve children. Dog the Bounty Hunter has a height of 5’7” (1.70 m).

Upward Facing Dog Pose is a beginner to intermediate posture that stretches the chest, opens the shoulders, and helps build strength in the wrist and arms. Upward Facing Dog is used as a transitional posture and can help a Yogi learn to open the chest more efficiently in postures such as Hero Pose. To do Upward Facing Dog, begin by lying face down on the mat. Bring the tops of the feet to the mat and place the hands near the hips. Next, push through the hands and straighten the arms while lifting the hips and thighs off the floor, pushing through the tops of the feet and bringing the shoulder blades behind the heart, opening the chest.

Downward Facing Dog, or more commonly known as Down Dog, is a primary yoga posture typically used multiple times within a series during practice. Considered an inversion posture, Downward Facing Dog is known to stretch the whole body while creating length and strength in the spine. To do Downward Facing Dog, it is easy to begin on hands and feet. Push into the hands, grounding the fingers into the mat, lift the hips to the sky, bend the knees as much as necessary to create a straight back and length in the spine.

One-Legged Downward Dog Pose, sometimes known as 3-Legged Dog Pose, is a beginner to intermediate posture that stretches all the same muscle groups as Downward Facing Dog such as strengthening the arms and stretching the calves and hamstrings. To do One-Legged Downward Dog Pose, go into Downward Facing Dog and then lift the right or left leg into the air straightening the leg. Be mindful to keep the pelvis and shoulders level, just like Downward Facing Dog, but with one leg in the air. This can be a transitional posture into poses such as Wild Thing or the Yogi can bring the leg to touch an elbow and kick back out for some good core exercise.