According to the American Kennel Club, the German Shepherd is an “all-purpose” service dog. They are generally large in size, swift, intelligent, and powerful. The ancestry of the German Shepherd, much like that of many canines, was originated from “herding and farm dogs.” The association of the German Shepherd to man was comradeship and service. German Shepherds are known for their “loyalty, courage, and ability to assimilate…” The successful training of this canine should yield well-ordered manners and control of anticipations. As a protector, the German Shepherd should retain tranquility and surveillance. Naturally, the canine is not combative, but will fight if provoked. Further training includes balanced exercise and diet. According to
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Morral explains the origin and history of the Pit-bull according to their ancestry to the canus molossi. As mentioned previously, the Molossian family trained the Pit-bull to herd cattle and bait bulls. The trainability of the Pit-bull is complimented by their “intelligence, strength, and loyalty.” Also, discussed within Morral’s research is the act of fighting Pit-bulls as a sport by the Romans, Englishmen, Americans, etc. Pit-bulls were entered into performance events as “working, sporting, and herding” dogs. The likeness of the Pit-bull has grown since their arrival to America in the late 1800’s. Pit-bulls have been featured in television (i.e. “Little Rascals”) and as a mascot during WWI. It is not uncommon for the Pit-bull to serve as a “police, search, or therapy” dog. Unfortunately, the popularity of trained fighters has triggered the public to request bans against the loyal pets. Some stipulations for Pit-bull owners include cancellation of “homeowner’s policy” …show more content…
Hence the name, the German Shepherd originated in Germany in the late 19th century. The public caught sight of the canine in 1882 in a show in Hanover. The appearance of the German Shepherd differed that of the breed we know of today. After WWII is believed to be when the modern-day German Shepherds appeared. Max von Stephanitz is accredited with the crossbreeding of “working sheep dogs” to create a working dog with stamina. The arrival of the German Shepherd in the Unites States did not take place until 1906. Similar to the Pit-bull and Rottweiler, the German Shepherd is intelligent, loyal, strong, etc. His diet, exercise, training is essential to productivity and coexistence to society
Morral explains the origin and history of the Pit-bull according to their ancestry to the canus molossi. As mentioned previously, the Molossian family trained the Pit-bull to herd cattle and bait bulls. The trainability of the Pit-bull is complimented by their “intelligence, strength, and loyalty.” Also, discussed within Morral’s research is the act of fighting Pit-bulls as a sport by the Romans, Englishmen, Americans, etc. Pit-bulls were entered into performance events as “working, sporting, and herding” dogs. The likeness of the Pit-bull has grown since their arrival to America in the late 1800’s. Pit-bulls have been featured in television (i.e. “Little Rascals”) and as a mascot during WWI. It is not uncommon for the Pit-bull to serve as a “police, search, or therapy” dog. Unfortunately, the popularity of trained fighters has triggered the public to request bans against the loyal pets. Some stipulations for Pit-bull owners include cancellation of “homeowner’s policy” …show more content…
Hence the name, the German Shepherd originated in Germany in the late 19th century. The public caught sight of the canine in 1882 in a show in Hanover. The appearance of the German Shepherd differed that of the breed we know of today. After WWII is believed to be when the modern-day German Shepherds appeared. Max von Stephanitz is accredited with the crossbreeding of “working sheep dogs” to create a working dog with stamina. The arrival of the German Shepherd in the Unites States did not take place until 1906. Similar to the Pit-bull and Rottweiler, the German Shepherd is intelligent, loyal, strong, etc. His diet, exercise, training is essential to productivity and coexistence to society