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Mackenzie
River Husky:
The term Mackenzie River Husky describes several overlapping local populations of arctic and subarctic sleddogs, none of which constitutes a breed. Most prominent and current of these are the sleddogs of Donna Dowling and others in the interior of Alaska. Usually long-coated, they are rangy, deep-chested and long-legged, built for heavy freighting in single file through deep snow. Their colors are the usual northern-dog range of black and white, shades of grey and sable, tan, or blonde
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Magyar
Agar:
Magyar Agar is also called a Hungarian Greyhound. It is a type of sighthound originating in Hungary and Transylvania. It is used for hunting and coursing, and is also kept as a companion. This breed is affectionate and docile. They are highly unlikely to ever bite or be snippy with people, although they have a much stronger gaurding instinct than some other sighthound breeds. They are usually well behaved around children and also with other dogs. They are somewhat reserved but should not be overly shy
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Majestic
Tree Hound:
They also make superior coon hunters where the speed and numbers treed are not as important as the skill, voice and persistence of a fine hound. An exquisite nose finds a track where other hounds would fail, and the coldtrailing ability keeps him on it long after others would have given up and gone home. This is an extemely good-natured and affectionate hound, accepting equally both praise and correction. He is not quarrelsome with his fellows and has a noble and dignified expression
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Malinois:
The Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois) is a breed of dog, sometimes classified as a variety of the Belgian Shepherd Dog rather than as a separate breed. The Malinois is recognized in the United States under the name Belgian Malinois. Its name is the French word for Mechlinian, which is in Dutch either 'Mechelse' (from Mechelen) or 'Mechelaar' (one from Mechelen)
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Maltese:
A Maltese is a small breed of white dog belonging to the toy group and poodle. The Maltese does not shed and is covered from head to foot with a mantle of long, silky, white hair. Their hair is compared to carpet. An ancient breed long associated with the island of Malta, it has retained its distinct appearance for millennia. They are very lovable and often get along well with other dogs
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Maltese
Shitzu:
The Mal-Shi is not a purebred dog. It is a cross between the Maltese and the Shih-Tzu. The best way to determine the temperament of a mixed breed is to look up all breeds in the cross and know you can get any combination of any of the characteristics found in either breed. This hybrid cross is recognized by the American Canine Hybrid Club. Not all of these designer hybrid dogs being bred are 50% purebred to 50% purebred. It is very common for breeders to breed multi-generation crosses
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Maltipoo:
A Maltepoo (also known as a maltipoo, moodle, maltapoo, and malti-doodle), is a mixed-breed dog bred from Poodle and Maltese parents. The maltipoo is one of many increasingly common poodle hybrids, largely the result of recent interest in so-called designer dogs. While Maltese dogs tend to have a generally uniform conformation, poodles can vary widely in size and color. Consequently, Maltepoos demonstrate this variation
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Manchester
Terrier:
The Manchester Terrier is a breed of dog of the smooth-haired terrier type. In the United States the Manchester Terrier is divided into two varieties. The Toy Manchester Terrier is a diminutive version of the standard Manchester Terrier. The toy variety weighs less than 12 pounds and has naturally erect ears. The standard variety weighs 12 to 22 pounds and has 3 allowable ear types (naturally erect, button, or cropped). Other than size differences and ear type, the Manchester Terrier and the Toy Manchester Terrier should be identical
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Maremma
Sheepdog:
The Maremma Sheepdog or Maremma Abruzzese is a breed of livestock guardian dog originating in Italy's Maremma region. Despite their large size, Maremma can be good companion dogs in areas with adequate open space. Centuries of breeding the dogs to be gentle with lambs but fiercely protective of their flock has created a breed that will bond to families and show a calm, intelligent disposition. However, the dogs may display hostility towards
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Mastiff:
The Mastiff is a large breed of dog of the general mastiff or Molosser type. 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
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McNab:
The McNab Shepherd also called a McNab Sheepdog, McNab Border Collie, or McNab Herding Dog is a breed of dog whose focus is on herding. It originated from a smooth-coated dog typically reported to be the Scotch Collie or Fox Collie, which was also the ancestor of the Border Collie. The appearance of dogs called McNabs can vary widely, though their shared roots with Border Collies means that they are often predominantly black with white markings
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Meliteo
Kinidio:
An ancient breed of the Hellenic (Greek) dog, Meliteo Kinidio. Quite fearless for their size, they are quite territorial and possessive of their owners. The Small Greek Domestic dogs are ideal companions, extremely expressive, highly perceptive and they sigh and use their eyes like humans. They insist in sleeping in bed with the owners. They are adept hunters of small game and birds
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Mexican
Hairless Dog:
The Mexican Hairless Dog is a rare, hairless breed of dog whose size varies greatly. It is also known as Xoloitzcuintli or Xoloitzcuintle, or Mexican Hairless. Not to be confused with the Peruvian Hairless Dog. Most owners of this dog call them "Xolos", Adult Xolos are noted for their calm demeanor but puppies can be quite noisy and unruly. The breed has definite primitive temperament traits and requires extensive socialization and training from eight weeks to a year of
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Middle
Asian Owtcharka:
Sredneasiatskaia Ovtcharka is a breed of dog that originates from Turkmenistan. It is to some extent used as a guard dog outside the former Soviet union. It is believed that the ancient Central Asian dogs are the ancestors of all breeds. This is debatable, but it is almost certain that the Tibetan Mastiff is a descendant of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and not its ancestor, as often thought
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Miniature
Australian Shepherd:
The miniature Australian Shepherd was developed by selectively breeding small Australian Shepherds. Miniature Aussies are rapidly increasing in popularity among those interested in a compact dog with a strong work ethic. They are especially popular in dog agility, and do well in other dog sports including herding, obedience, disc dog, and many other activities
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Miniature
Bull Terrier:
The Bull Terrier (Miniature) is a breed of dog developed using selective breeding to miniaturize the Bull Terrier. Like the Standard Bull Terriers, Minis are loving and, like many terrier breeds, can be stubborn at times; but despite this they make great dogs for people with limited space. Bull Terriers are known to be stubborn and courageous. They don't seem to realize their size, however, because even if confronting an enormous dog they will not back down. However, with the right training
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Miniature
Fox Terrier:
The Miniature Fox Terrier is a small, fine, lightweight working terrier developed as a hunting dog and vermin router. It is known colloquially in its native Australia as the “Mini Foxie” but is not officially recognised as such. They gained recognition under the tiltle of Tenterfield Terrier as they are definitely not a miniaturisation of the standard fox terrier. This is a balanced, smoothly-muscled dog breed; its head is distinctive, with erect ears that can stand straight up or fold just at the tips
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Miniature
Pinscher:
The Miniature Pinscher, also known as the Min Pin by fanciers, is a toy breed of dog. Miniature Pinschers were first bred to hunt vermin, especially rats. In its native Germany, the dog is known as the Zwergpinscher. Pinscher, is the German word for biter and Zwerg means Dwarf in German. The Miniature Pinscher is also known as the "King of the Toy Dogs". Though the Miniature Pinscher is considered a toy breed
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Miniature
Schnauzer:
The Miniature Schnauzer is a breed of small dog of the Schnauzer type that originated in Germany in the mid-to-late 19th century. Miniature Schnauzers developed from crosses between the Standard Schnauzer and one or more smaller breeds such as the Poodle, Miniature Pinscher, or Affenpinscher. The breed remains one of the most popular, and as of 2007 is the 11th most popular breed in the U.S.
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Mioritic:
The Mioritic is a breed of large sheep dogs that originated in the Carpathian Mountains of Romania. The Mioritic has discipline as one of their main characteristics. It is a calm and well-mannered dog. As this dog was used as a herd protector, he is very attached to family and goes all the way when protecting those he is attached to. Because of this dog's ability to bond strongly with his master
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Mixed
breed Dog:
A mixed-breed dog (also called a mutt, mongrel, tyke, cur, or random-bred dog) is a dog that has characteristics of two or more types of breeds, or is a descendant of feral or pariah dog populations. The term crossbreed refers to puppies produced by the breeding technique of breeding known dogs of two different purebred dog breeds for some specific reason. The term "mutt" generally refers to a dog of unknown descent
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Mountain
Burmese:
The handsome Burmese Mountain Dog is often confused with the fine Swiss farm dog called the Bernese Mountain Dog, but lives a very different life in its native Myanmar. They were bred by northern tribesmen to hunt the ubiquitous and troublesome local skunks and to protect their farms and livestock. Their lustrous fur is known to be self-cleaning. In the rare event that the skunk is able to spray a malodorous scent on them, sheds the scent with a mere rinsing, unlike any other dog on the planet
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Mountain
Cur:
The Mountain Cur is a type of working dog used for treeing and trailing game; mainly squirrel and raccoon, but also large game. It is a member of the Hound group and is one of several varieties of cur. They can also be used as water dogs. Mainly bred in Kentucky, Virginia, and Tennessee, it has been registered with the United Kennel Club since 1998. The Mountain Cur Breeder's Association was formed in 1957
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Mountain
Feist:
A mountain feist is a type of dog. Like the lurcher, it is not a specific breed but a "type". The Mountain Feist was created in the southern portion of North America. It is a good hunting dog, and a good companion dog. It can be a mix between a terrier and a hound, and is usually mistaken for a rat terrier or a Jack Russell terrier. A long dog (not a widely used expression) is a cross between two sight hounds. Mainly used as a squirrel dog, the Mountain Feist is also good at hunting raccoons and tracking larger game
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Mudi:
The Mudi is a rare herding breed of dog from Hungary. The Mudi is a versatile farm dog that can hunt, exterminate rodents, and act as a capable herding dog and flock guardian. Although the breed is much less popular than the better-known Puli and Komondor in its native country, owners of the Mudi claim that it is incomparable for its versatile talents and pleasant disposition
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Mudhol
Hound:
The Mudhol Hound is an Indian breed of dog of the sight hound type. The breed is also known as Caravan Hound and the feathered variety is commonly referred to as a Pashmi. In the villages he is known as the Karwani. It is a common companion amongst village folk in India's Deccan Plateau, who use the dog for hunting and guarding. However it is largely unknown to the general public or dog lovers, both in India and abroad
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Munsterlander:
Münsterlanders are breeds of dogs originating in the Münster region of Germany.The Large Munsterlander (or Großer Münsterländer) is a breed of gun dog originally from the Münster region in Germany. The Small Munsterlander (SM) (or Kleiner Münsterländer) is a hunting-pointing-retrieving dog breed that reached its current form in the area around Münster, Germany. The Large Munsterlander is from the same area, but was developed from different breeding stock and is not as closely related as the names would suggest
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