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posted in 13 Jul, 2009 by Liz  

Mishka the English Shepherd

(Ottawa Dog of the Week for July 13th/09)

Mishka the English Shepherd

“Mishka is a one year old (June 26th) English Shepherd, a herding breed registered by the UKC. He is a 23 inch, 55 lb sable and white male.

The English Shepherd is a rare breed, alert, responsive and level-headed. They are noted for being devoted family dogs. As a herding dog, this breed likes to be kept busy. A combination of independent thinking with an intense desire to serve a master makes a rewarding partnership for anyone interested in dog sports or herding.

Mishka channels his energies in obedience, agility and enjoys off leash walks in the park.” – Mishka’s owner, Toni Surko (Breeder Barbara and Jonathan Brown)

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posted in 13 Apr, 2009 by Liz  

Belle the Mini-Schnauzer

(Ottawa Dog of the Week for April 13th/09)

Belle the Mini-Schnauzer

“Belle is a mini-schnauzer. She’s only 8 months old but is very smart and was house trained at 3 months. She’s very good house dog and alerts us with her cute quiet little barks when a stranger walks by. She loves playing in the snow and can’t get enough of it.

She is very affectionate with people once she is familiar with them and is so playful. She loves going to Grandma’s house when Mommy and Daddy go to work because Grandma has a Bull Terrier named Maggie and they’ve become the best of friends.

Her favorite place to go is to Bruce Pit on the weekends and puppy class at Petsmart. She loves playing with other dogs, especially bigger dogs because she thinks she’s a big dog herself.” – Belle’s Owner, Tran

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