National Dog Show Presented by Purina Will Introduce Three New Breeds Thanksgiving Day
The National Dog Show Presented by Purina ® will introduce three new American Kennel Club -sanctioned breeds this November when the 15th Annual NBC television broadcast airs nationally on Thanksgiving Day. The American Hairless Terrier (Terrier Group), the Sloughi (SLOO-ghee) (Hound Group) and the Pumi (Pu-MI) (Herding Group) will make their national, major-event debut before an audience of some 20 million total viewers following Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The addition of these three breeds brings the total number of new breeds introduced since 2003 to 43. The total number of breeds and varieties recognized by the American Kennel Club is now 190.
The following is a description of each new breed:
The American Hairless Terrier (AHT) is an energetic, intelligent breed that originated from a mixed breed of terriers called Feists, brought over to North America from Europe in the 18th century. A more direct ancestor of the AHT is the Rat Terrier, a mixture of the Feist, Beagle, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. The AHT originated in 1972, when one puppy out of a litter of Rat Terriers was born hairless. This breed is known for being hypoallergenic, making it a suitable companion for those with allergies. As a working breed, the AHT has a strong hunting instinct and excels in many sports and activities, making them good watchdogs and giving them the temperament to enjoy participating in games.
The Sloughi (SLOO-ghee) is known for its graceful, noble, and reserved nature. The Sloughi is medium-large, short-haired breed of dog with an athletic build. It was developed in North Africa for hunting game, and has since been treasured in North Africa for its hunting skills, including superb endurance and speed. With a melancholic expression, the Sloughi has a quiet loyalty to its owner that does not easily waver. They are quiet and calm indoors, cautious with strangers, and get along with other animals and children if raised with them.
The Pumi (Pu-MI) is a medium-sized, agile Hungarian herding breed. They are energetic, lively, and ready to work. They are versatile stock dogs, equally adept at gathering, driving and keeping the stock under control. The breed has a long head with semi-erect ears, a whimsical expression and a tail that forms a circle over the back. The coat (black, white, gray, or shades of fawn from pale cream to red) is a combination of wavy and curly hair, forming corkscrews or curls all over the body, and is never smooth or corded. The Pumi is a family dog that loves to interact with people. Great with kids and other dogs and can live in a small home provided they get enough daily exercise.
The National Dog Show Presented by Purina ® begins at noon in all time zones immediately following the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Further information on the National Dog Show Presented by Purina ® and the Kennel Club of Philadelphia Dog Shows can be obtained at www.nationaldogshow.com.
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on Jul 14 2016. Filed under Featured, The Buzz.
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