CBP detector dog steps in for only canine lost on 9/11
CBP personnel inspired by Sirius’s story suggested this tribute.
“CBP considers it a privilege to have one of our working explosive detector dogs named after the Port Authority K-9 that perished in the World Trade Center tragedy.”
Acting CBP Commissioner Deborah Spero said “The Port Authority, Sgt. Lim and the citizens of the New York area experienced great loss on 9/11. This small gesture is intended as a tribute to our shared determination to remember, and to prevent future tragedy.”
A promise kept -
When Lim left Sirius behind that fateful day, he promised to come back for him.
It wasn’t until four months later that the debris was cleared enough to reach the kennel. Lim was there and carried the remains out to a waiting police truck, to a full police honors. The work trucks and workers in the area went silent.
“Sirius was more than just a dog and partner to me, he was a friend and member of my family,” said Sgt. Lim.
“Along with thousands of others at the World Trade Center he lost his life and I am deeply moved that he is being honored in a way that continues to recognize the important work of a K-9 explosive detection dog.”
Sirius’s story caught the imagination of many around the world. The British Embassy awarded him the Victoria Cross for bravery. A first grade class in Illinois took up a collection for an oak memorial box to hold the flag that draped his casket.
When you shop for a purebred dog, you will probably notice that many breeders use the initials AKC when they talk about their purebred puppies.
What exactly is the AKC?
These initials stand for the American Kennel Club, a registry for purebred dogs born in the United States.
The AKC holds dog shows and obedience competitions, helps maintain breed standards, and registers puppies of recognized breeds. The AKC registers dogs from over a hundred different dog breeds.
For a dog to be registered with the AKC, the breeder needs to have AKC papers for both parents.
Each litter is registered as a group shortly after the puppies are born. When the puppies are eight weeks old, the dog breeder gets a registration application for each puppy.
This form goes with the puppy to his new home. The new owner chooses a name to register the puppy under and sends the application in to the American Kennel Club.
The AKC has divided the dog breeds it recognizes into eight different groups.
These groups are the Sporting Group, the Hound Group, the Working Group, the Terrier Group, the Toy Group, the Non-Sporting Group, the Herding Group, and the Miscellaneous Class.
Each dog breed recognized by the AKC is placed in one of these groups and will compete in its breed and then its group in the show ring.
Dogs in the Sporting Group are an active, hard working bunch. These dogs need plenty of exercise, since they were bred to spend long hours spotting and retrieving game.
Some popular members of the Sporting Group are the Golden Retriever and the Cocker Spaniel.
The Hound Group also is made up of dogs that work with hunters to catch game, but these guys are all about the chase. Hounds can be slow and methodical, like the Bloodhound, or fast and impatient, like the Greyhound.
If you are more concerned about protecting your home, you will want to take a look at dogs in the Working Group.
These big dogs are powerful animals with strong protective instincts. Doberman Pinschers and Rotweillers are just two of the dog breeds in this group.
Dogs in the Terrier Group love to hunt mice and rats. This group includes the dour Scottish Terriers and the personable Miniature Schnauzers.
The Toy Group may be made up of dogs that are small in size, but their hearts are just as big as those of any other dogs. The Yorkshire Terrier and the Miniature Pinscher are both Toy dogs.
Dogs in the Herding Group have a strong herding instinct. The Collie and the German Shepherd are members of this group.
The Non-Sporting Group contains dogs that don’t quite fit anywhere else. The Boston Terrier and Standard Poodles are members of the Non-Sporting Group.
The final group, the Miscellaneous Class, is where the AKC puts breeds that are still proving themselves. The Redbone Coonhound is a member of this group.
While the AKC may be the most popular kennel club in America, it is far from being the only kennel club.
If your dog is not registered with AKC, you may be able to still register it with another group.
The United Kennel Club, the American Canine Association, the Canine Kennel Club, and the North American Purebred Dog Registry are a few other American kennel clubs. Of course, foreign born dogs have ancestors, too.
There is some type of dog registry in most countries.
Most dogs born outside of the United States must be registered with their country’s breed registry and then brought to the United States before the AKC will consider registering them.
British dogs are registered through the Kennel Club, while dogs born in Australia are registered by the Victorian Canine Association, which is part of Australia’s National Kennel Council.
The Canadian Kennel Club, or CKC, is Canada’s version of the AKC. Dogs registered with the CKC do not have to come to the United States to be registered with the AKC.
AKC - Pedigree or mutt
As you look into the different registries available, just remember that even if you can’t register your dog, the most important thing about him is not his pedigree.
Enjoying a dogs loving, loyal companionship is more important than knowing who his ancestors are!
Which dog breed are you? Click a picture - Discover who you are!
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Dog Breeds. “Choosing the Right Dog - A Step By Step Guide
Did you know that there are several hundred dog breeds?
With that large number of breeds to choose from, how do people manage to decide which breed is right for them? Luckily, you can narrow down the choices and find the right dog breed by following a few simple steps.
First, consider your available space. Do you live in an apartment?
If so, you will want to rule out large dogs. Look for dogs in the Toy group, such as Yorkshire Terriers, or some of the smaller dogs in the Terrier group, like the Miniature Schnauzer.
If you have children, you will want to consider the size of your dog, as well. Very small dogs, such as Chihuahuas or Maltese, can be very delicate and are often accidentally injured by young children.
On the other hand, very large dogs, such as Boxers or Saint Bernards, can be overly boisterous as puppies and can accidentally turn your child into a human bowling pin.
Dog breed types
Consider medium sized breeds, such as Fox Terriers or Lhasa Apsos, instead. Next, consider how much exercise you can give your dog.
If you have a home with a fenced yard, your dog will be able to get some exercise on his own. However, dog breeds in the Sporting, Hound, and Herding groups are very high energy animals and you will need to have enough time to provide them with more intensive exercise.
Plan to take a lot of long walks with your dog or go for a daily romp in the park. After all, these dog breeds were bred to work hard and don’t do well unless they have a job to do or a way to burn off excess energy.
Dog breed grooming
Finally, don’t forget to consider grooming needs. Some dog breeds only need a half hour or so of grooming a week, while others need to be groomed for an hour a day.
If you are short on time, don’t buy a Standard Poodle or a Maltese, unless, of course, you plan to take your dog to a groom. Breeds like Boston Terriers or Whippets are good choices for people who don’t have time to do a lot of grooming.
Once you decide which breed of dog you want, you will need to consider the age of the dog. Many people opt to buy a cuddly little puppy instead of an older dog.
While puppies have not developed any bad habits, it will be up to the new owner to be sure that the puppy becomes housebroken and obedience trained.
Older dogs are frequently already housebroken and usually have some obedience training. They are also more likely to be less hyper and less destructive.
However, they can have behavioral problems or health problems that prompted the former owner to find them a new home.
Dog breed puppy
Do you want to buy a puppy? If so, you will need to find a reputable dog breeder who has a litter of the breed you are interested in.
Often, a good breeder will have a waiting list for puppies. If you aren’t the patient sort, you may be tempted to buy a puppy from a pet store. However, many pet store puppies come from puppy mills and have genetic health defects, bad temperaments, or other problems.
It is usually safest to buy a puppy directly from the dog breeder.
If you are interested in an older dog, you may want to visit your local animal shelter or call a breed rescue. These groups evaluate the dogs’ health and temperament before adopting them out.
Dog breed decision - Which dog is best for you!
Once you’ve narrowed down the breed choices and have decided which dog is right for you, don’t get too relaxed. After all, you still have one more important decision to make, what to name your new companion!
