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12-26-2005, 02:06 PM
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The Hovawart
Hovawart
 'Lancelot' and 'Senja.' Lancelot is a Canadian Rarities Club Champion and International Champion. Owned by Raymonde and Michel Roy, Lavilla Roy Kennel, 166 ch. Cyrille-Beaudry, Saint-Paul, QC J0K 3E0. Origin: Of ancient German origin, the Hovawart takes its name from a word that translates to 'guardian of the estate.' References to dogs resembling the Hovawart have been found in drawings and writings as early as the 13th century. The Hovawart may have been one of the early ancestors of today's German Shepherd Dog. But the breed lost favour and almost became extinct. In the 1920s, Kurt Konig began a reconstruction of the Hovawart after finding specimens in the German countryside and initiating a breeding program. Temperament: Affectionate and loving with his family, the Hovawart may be distrustful of strangers. He makes an excellent herding and guard dog. Activity level: A fairly large and vigorous dog, the Hovawart needs lots of outdoor exercise. Height/Weight: Adult males measure 23.5-27.5 in (60-70 cm) and weigh 66-88 lb (30-40 kg). Females will be somewhat smaller. Coat: The weatherproof coat is long for the most part but short on the face and forelegs. Colour: The Hovawart may be black, black-and-tan or golden in colour. Grooming: Regular brushing is a good idea to keep the coat neat and healthy. 
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#2
12-26-2005, 06:50 PM
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Wow, those dogs are VERY pretty. I surely want one...lol.
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12-26-2005, 06:53 PM
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Very pretty dogs, but why in the world would someone call any breed a Hovawart? LOL. Pertty dog really bad name!
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12-26-2005, 06:57 PM
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beautiful dogs!
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12-26-2005, 07:43 PM
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I read about those about two years ago. Love them so much, if I could ever afford to have one since they're so hard to find in the states, I'd love one.
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12-27-2005, 12:40 AM
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I've never heard of them either. Very pretty dogs.
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#8
12-27-2005, 05:11 AM
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They are German Sharky, that is a German name .
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12-27-2005, 08:49 AM
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Yes, it's German and to be honest, I'm fond of the name, lol. It's fun to say ^^ The breed temperment is just to die for ^^
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12-28-2005, 08:37 PM
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More information and pictures can be found here: http://www.hovawart.org.uk/php/. Too bad they are not more common in the U.S. as they seem like a wonderful breed.
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