Rafeiro do Alentejo
The Rafeiro do Alentejo, known also as Portuguese Sheepdog or Portuguese Mastiff, is a breed of dog. Appearance: The Rafeiro is a large dog, with males weighing around 110 pounds (50 kg) and females, 90 pounds (41 kg). The following is the summary taken from standard of the Continental Kennel Club: Description: Head: Bear like, short muzzle. Eyes: Dark. Ears: Hanging. tapered. Nose: Black and...
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The Rajapalayam is an Indian breed of dog. It was the companion of the royalty and aristocracy in Southern India, particularly in the town from where it gets its name. It is also known as the Paleiyakaran or Poligar Hound. Appearance: It is a large dog, usually measuring about 65-75 cm (25-30 inches) at the withers. It is a hound, and therefore should be kept in optimum working condition. It...
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The Rampur Hound is native to the Rampur region of Northern India. It was the favored hound of the Maharajahs for jackal control, but was also used to hunt lions, tigers, leopards, and panthers. It was considered a test of courage for a single hound to take down a jackal. The Rampur is built to cover great distances at high speed; thus capable of great endurance. They are approximately greyhound...
Read MoreRatonero Bodeguero Andaluz
The Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz (literally, the Andalusian Wine Cellars’ Ratting Dog) is a Spanish terrier. It is believed to be descended from Fox Terriers crossed with other small breeds. Other Names: Andalusian Mouse-Hunting Dog, Bodeguero Jerezano, Cazarratas, Fusterri, Perrillo Ratero, Perro de Cuadras, Perro Ratonero-Bodeguero Andaluz, Ratonera Andaluz, Ratonero-Bodeguero...
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The Rat Terrier is an American dog breed, one of many terrier varieties. It is a small, active terrier. Although the breed has been around in similar form since the early 1900s, it has remained more of a type than a breed. Appearance: The Rat Terrier comes in a variety of coat colors and patterns. It is often white with either black and tan, apricot, blue, or brown spots. The most common color is...
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