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Akita

Origin and Purpose
The Akita’s history dates back nearly 400 years and derives its name from the prefecture of Akita in Northern Japan. In 1931 the breed was proclaimed a natural monument by the Japanese Ministry of Education. The government more recently took steps to preserve the breed which is now regarded as a National Treasure.

Primarily, the Akita is a working dog. It was used for hunting bear, wild boar and sled work; a companion and protector of children and home.

Canadian Breed Standard for the Alaskan Malamute
CKC Revised Breed Standard Effective 1 January 2000

Background
The breed standard for the Alaskan Malamute was revised in the country of origin (United States) in 1994 and became effective May 31, 1994. This revision resulted from the American Kennel Club’s request that breed clubs reformat their standards, utilizing Spira’s book Canine Terminology as the official lexicon. The resultant standard recommended by the Alaskan Malamute Club of America Breed Standard Committee maintains the essential description of the Alaskan Malamute with some rewording. The most significant changes are:

acknowledges the red colour with liver pigment;

Canadian Kennel Club Breed Standard
~ Bernese Mountain Dog ~

General Appearance
Large, sturdy, well-balanced working dog of substantial bone. Square in appearance from withers to ground and withers to tail set. Heavy-coated with distinctive characteristic markings. In comparison with the opposite sex, dogs appear masculine, bitches feminine without loss of type.

Temperament
The Bernese temperament is one of the breed’s strongest assets. Consistent, dependable, with a strong desire to please. Self-confident, alert, good natured. Attached and loyal to human family; may be aloof or suspicious with strangers, but never sharp or shy. A dog must stand for examination when required to do so by its handler.

Breed Registries:
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) - Working Dogs
American Kennel Club (AKC) - Not Recognized
United Kennel Club (UKC) - Northern Breeds
Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)* - Standard No. 291 / 16. 06. 1999 / GB

Eurasier

Origin and Purpose
In 1960 a breed was evolved by crossing a Chow Chow and a Wolfspitz. This was first called ?Wolf-Chow? and then, after crossing with a Samoyed, was re-named ?Eurasier? (Eurasian) and recognized by the F.C.I.

General Appearance
Balanced, well constructed medium sized dog of Spitz type with prick ears and coming in varied colours. Length of coat should be such as still to reveal the body proportions. With medium bone.

St. Bernard

Short-Haired
Origin and Purpose
The St. Bernard likely originated in Switzerland from dogs brought back from Asia by conquering Roman armies. They have been connected with rescue work in the Great St. Bernard Pass in the Swiss Alps for several centuries. They are still bred in the famous Hospice founded by St. Bernard de Menthon, and many people have been saved from death in the snow by representatives of the breed.

General Appearance
Powerful, proportionately tall figure, strong and muscular in every part, with powerful head and most intelligent expression. In dogs with a dark mask the expression appears more stern, but never ill-natured.

Official CKC Breed Standard
for the Samoyed
Revised Standard CKC approved September 1992, effective January 1, 1993

Origin and Purpose
One of the oldest domesticated breeds of dogs, the Samoyed was bred and developed by the nomadic Samoyede tribes in Northeast Siberia north of the Arctic Circle. Rather than being bred for a specific purpose, they were bred and are noted for their versatility as a sled, herding, guard and companion dog. They made a tremendous contribution to the Arctic and Antarctic expeditions as a strong and dependable sled dog. They were used by the Samoyede people as a sled and draught animal as well as to guard and drive reindeer herds from one feeding ground to another. Their importance to the Samoyede people, who depend largely upon their dogs for survival, caused them to be regarded as members of the family and companions, as well as tough, sturdy work animals, which contributed to the unique Samoyed disposition of today.