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ABRUZZENHUND

Though very massive, the Abruzzenhund is very friendly and noble dog It is very loyal to its masters They are friendly and patient with children, generally get along well with other dogs but are wary of strangers They are very good watch and guard dog without being excessive barkers No stranger can step in the premises without permission of their master

 

The Abruzzenhund dog is affectionate without being dependent For this reason, they are not recommended for every dog owner This breed will require their master to be calm, confident as well as authoritative They do not follow every command of their master submissively as they have been bred for decades to be independent working dogs

 

Their independent nature makes them not-so-attached as pet dogs but they are very brave and loyal and would defend its master and house bravely It has evolved into an excellent companion dog without losing its independent nature

 

This breed is a fierce enemy of wolf but othewise, they get along well with other dogs and pets They are kind, considerate and patient with children These dpgs are however, not for first time or weak owners

AKBASH DOG

The Akbash Dog has both aggression and gentleness It is very hostile and fierce with predators and suspicious persons yet very gentle and kind to its flock and family Naturally it is non-aggressive and its usual first means of protection is barking and growling It normally chases away the predator and only attacks it when it deems right  

 

Apart from its excellent capabilities as livestock guardian, this breed is very loyal, gentle and affectionate to its family including children and other pets but is wary and suspicious of strangers It is very alert and attentive to its surrounding, always on lookout for intruders Despite its independent nature, it reacts to basic obedience training Properly socialized dog will become very good family pets  

BELGRADE TERRIER

The Belgrade Terrier is an intelligent and amiable dog Used mostly for its companion trait, the dog has even temperament and is very friendly and gentle with all the family It is very good and affectionate with children Their friendly and loving nature makes them very good house pet Though it would prefer to be the only dog in the family, the Belgrade Terrier can get along with other dogs in the family when properly socialized  

 

It is a very good companion and family pet

BERGAMASCO SHEEPDOG

The most distinguishing feature of its personality is its intelligence and ability to problem solve The Bergamasco is very strong, sound and balanced dog Very attentive and alert to its surrounding, this reserved and peaceful dog takes part in whatever activity is going around it Non-aggressive in nature, the dog is nevertheless an excellent watch dog as it is alert and aloof with strangers  
The dog is extremely patient, kind and tolerant with children It's friendliness and love for children has earned him a therapy dog status for handicapped children

 

The dog is not only a good watch dog but also an excellent guard dog and protective of its family and possessions The Bergamasco is not a dog for every owner as it requires natural leadership in its owner to follow his commands This dog is not for weak or feeble owners  

BOLOGNESE

These are very intelligent and affectionate dogs who love the companionship of people They bond very closely with their owners which mean that it can make it difficult to leave them on their own They are quite aloof when it comes to strangers They are not yappy or aggressive dogs but they will instantly bark at unfamiliar noises

 

The Bolognese is a playful and friendly breed although somewhat less active than the Bichon Frise As they are bright dogs and eager to please, they are easy to train, making them suitable as a companion dog and family pet They get along well with children

BRACCO ITALIANO

The Bracco Italiano is a very good family dog due to its love for human companionship, obedience and willingness to please its owner This loyal and loving dog gets along well with other dogs and pets and is generally kind and playful with children It has a strong need to be close to its family and it does well as companion dog  

 

Training and socialization from an early age is a must for this breed as the Bracco Italiano is a hunting dog It should be taught what to chase and what not Training this dog may become difficult if proper methods are not adopted

 

This dog is no doubt an excellent hunting dog but at the same time it can be a very good family pet

CANE CORSO ITALIANO

These dogs are willing to please and are closely attached to their owners They must have strong leadership and training at an early age Although they can easily learn basic commands from training, the challenging part is controlling and molding this dog’s very strong protective instinct They are highly suspicious of strangers as they are powerful and imposing Aggression should never be encouraged Introducing new things, animals and people should be carefully done as they dislike the unknown

 

The Cane Corso are a quiet breed but they will bark at anything when they feel unsure They like always being with their owner They should only react when a real threat is present However, as proper socialization is crucial to control a dog’s natural protective instincts, they will consider anything is threatening if they are not properly socialized as a puppy With proper socialization, this dog can get along well with other humans and dogs

CIRNECO DELL 'ETNA

The Cirneco Dell 'Etna is a lively, outgoing and very friendly dog that makes an excellent companion and family pet It is loving and gentle dog with even temperament It is very human oriented and likes to spend more time with its family than being alone The dog is kind and playful with children and can get along well with other dogs It is very trainable breed that should not pose any problems with short and innovative training sessions This small dog can fit into almost any life style provided its exercise needs are regularly met It can get bored easily if not given proper quality time or task to do and may become destructive

 

The Cirneco Dell 'Etna is a typical hound and it will chase after small fury animals This dog is an expert jumper as well as a digger It should be confined in a yard with tall fence If the dog can't clear a tall fence, it may burrow underneath it For this reason, placing food items on tables and shelves may not be a good idea with this dog around as it will steal edibles whenever and wherever the opportunity presents itself

 

Early age socialization with other pets in the house will train the dog to live amicably with cats and other pets It is an alert dog that will signal an alarm when a stranger appoaches near  

 

The Cirneco Dell 'Etna makes an excellent watch and companion dog for all the family   

COTON DE TULEAR

The Coton de Tulears are very gentle, friendly, alert and affectionate in nature They are also very sociable dogs that they do well along with children as well as other animals or house pets Even for their small size, they are wonderful watchdogs

COTONESE

The  Cotonese dogs are very loving and affectionate They are very playful and amusing dogs to have and are very fond of children They like to be with their family most of the time and make good companion dogs Energetic and intelligent, these dogs are alert and attentive also and their waryness of strangers makes them very good watch dogs

 

These dogs are happy and enthusiastic dogs that need to be part of the family They are very social and will get along well with other dogs and pets

 

They are excellent dogs to have as companion and family dogs

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