Designer dogs
Have you ever seen a celebrity holding some cute little dog, and thought what kind of dog is that? Chances are it is a designer dog. What is a designer dog you ask? It is a dog that is the product of two different purebred dogs. For example a pomapoo, it is a cross between a Pomeranian and a toy poodle. Designer dogs are becoming a popular trend.
Most everybody likes dogs, Americans own approximately 73 million dogs.[petplace] for some people any old dog will do. For some only a pure bred dog is acceptable. That is a dog that is certified and has a documented lineage. While some have taken it a step even further with a designer dog. People cross breed two purebred dogs based on a desired outcome, and presto you have a designer dog. It is rumored that Paris Hilton has 17 of the little burgers.[Gornstein] Paris likes the little variety she can carry around in her purse, and attract media attention. Those aren't the only type of designer dog, there are large breeds too. Take for instance a labradoodle, which is a cross between Labrador Retriever and a poodle. Why have a regular dog when you can design your own? It seems as if people's desire to have the latest greatest thing has spilled over into pet ownership.
Since dogs first became domesticated, mankind has bred them to bring out desired traits. Purebred dogs have pedigrees that can be traced back literally for over a century depending on the breed. However I do not think designer dogs fit into the same mold. These dogs are bred and sold seemingly so the owners can say "look at what I got". Owning these dogs is fashionable, and that's why they are part of popular culture.
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Have you ever seen a celebrity holding some cute little dog, and thought what kind of dog is that? Chances are it is a designer dog. What is a designer dog you ask? It is a dog that is the product of two different purebred dogs. For example a pomapoo, it is a cross between a Pomeranian and a toy poodle. Designer dogs are becoming a popular trend.
Most everybody likes dogs, Americans own approximately 73 million dogs.[petplace] for some people any old dog will do. For some only a pure bred dog is acceptable. That is a dog that is certified and has a documented lineage. While some have taken it a step even further with a designer dog. People cross breed two purebred dogs based on a desired outcome, and presto you have a designer dog. It is rumored that Paris Hilton has 17 of the little burgers.[Gornstein] Paris likes the little variety she can carry around in her purse, and attract media attention. Those aren't the only type of designer dog, there are large breeds too. Take for instance a labradoodle, which is a cross between Labrador Retriever and a poodle. Why have a regular dog when you can design your own? It seems as if people's desire to have the latest greatest thing has spilled over into pet ownership.
Since dogs first became domesticated, mankind has bred them to bring out desired traits. Purebred dogs have pedigrees that can be traced back literally for over a century depending on the breed. However I do not think designer dogs fit into the same mold. These dogs are bred and sold seemingly so the owners can say "look at what I got". Owning these dogs is fashionable, and that's why they are part of popular culture.
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Http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/ask_the_answer_bitch/b69633_how_many_designer_dogs_does_paris.html
Oh my goodness! I have never thought of this, but you are so right! It seems like everyone wants a pocket-pooch! Good observation there! Of course they are accessories. This is ridiculous, but people never get enough of the madness. I know that we were only allowed to have pure bread dogs; no stray mixed dogs were aloud. I didn't really understand why, but I maybe my dad had that status thing going on in our neighborhood.
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