According to The Virginia Star‚ the Stafford County Public School District put on a fair “to empower multicultural awareness" that displayed a presentation on Palestine but omitted any presentations about Israel - even as Palestinian terrorists attack innocent Israelis. Reports indicate that all 33 schools in the district partook in the fair and there were “nearly 1‚000 in attendance.” Each of the schools were allowed to “choose the country they wanted to represent” - and the middle school selected Palestine‚ despite it not officially being a country. “The booth included a map‚ religious landmarks‚ descriptions of traditional foods‚ music‚ clothing and agriculture‚ including interactive handouts‚” The Virginia Star reported.  Unsurprisingly‚ there was nothing about Israel noted on the presentation‚ nor was there any display for Israel among any of the other 32 displays. Not only was there no mention of the war‚ but the Palestine display seemed to very obviously omit anything about Israel at all.  "Several Islamic sites‚ including the Dome of the Rock‚ were highlighted‚" yet "The adjacent Wailing Wall‚ considered the most religious site in the world for Jewish people‚ was not‚" reports stated. As The Virginia Star rightly pointed out‚ this obviously pro-Palestine stance in Northern Virginia comes at a time where there have been numerous other pro-Palestine and anti-Israel protests throughout the commonwealth. Related: Free Speech Breach: Jewish USC Professor Barred for Anti-Hamas Remarks A spokesperson for Governor Glenn Youngkin (R-Vir.) told The Center Square that “The display at Stafford Middle School is a deeply concerning display of antisemitism‚” and added‚ “The governor’s executive directive 6‚ combatting antisemitism and anti-religious bigotry‚ directs the Superintendent to provide local guidance to ensure local school divisions prevent antisemitism and discrimination.” The Center Square also heard from Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares‚ who said‚ “Antisemitism is rising at an alarming rate‚ both in Virginia and nationally. We must ensure that our Jewish Virginians protected and feel supported in the classroom." Even still‚ the school district defended the ability for schools to “choose the country they wanted to represent‚" while the chief communications officer for the district insisted that “The Stafford Middle School booth was led by an ESOL teacher‚ who did not intentionally leave out representation on her map."  "It is worth noting that 52 countries are represented by students attending this middle school‚ and that flags representing all 52 countries (to include both Israel and Palestine) are hanging in the school‚” the official said in an attempt to cover her a**‚ claiming that “in no manner was there a deliberate attempt to erase the recognition of the State of Israel.” Eh‚ I’m calling BS on that. When you think of Palestine in today’s world‚ you almost immediately think of Israel‚ given what has happened - and is still happening - over there. Omitting a presentation on Israel but displaying one that supports the a country that launched brutal terrorist attacks on it seems like textbook anti-Semitism. Follow us on Twitter/X: Biden: "When I think about the climate I think about jobs" What about all the coal miners you put out of work Joe? pic.twitter.com/BNCX0sg96p — MRCTV (@mrctv) November 29‚ 2023

No dog breed on earth can compete with the Shar Pei when it comes to their unusual appearance. The Shar Pei stands out from the canine crowd‚ from their curly tail to wrinkled skin to floppy jowls. If you’re curious to learn more about this unique dog‚ you’ve come to the right place! Here are seven interesting Shar Pei facts that may surprise you. The 7 Interesting Shar Pei Facts 1. Shar Pei Are One of the Oldest Dog Breeds According to DNA studies1‚ Shar Pei are among the 14 oldest purebred dog breeds recognized by the AKC. Shar Pei may have existed in their native China as far back as 200 B.C.‚ during the Han dynasty. Ancient statues of dogs who look suspiciously like Shar Pei have been discovered in China‚ along with writings that mention wrinkled dogs. Not much is known about their early history‚ but Shar Pei are thought to have served as hunters and guard dogs for Chinese farmers and the working class. Image Credit: taranova oxana‚ Shutterstock 2. The Name Shar Pei Means “Sand Skin” The Shar Pei has one of the most unique coat textures of any breed. The name of the breed comes from this characteristic hair. In Chinese‚ Shar Pei translates to “sand skin‚” which is an apt description for a coat that is as harsh to the touch as sandpaper. Technically‚ Shar-Pei coats come in two types: horse and brush. Brush coats are slightly softer than horse coats. However‚ Shar Pei fur can be quite irritating to human skin‚ even for those who don’t have dog allergies. 3. Shar Pei Have Blue Tongues Most people associate a blue or blue-black tongue color with another breed‚ the Chow Chow. However‚ there are two breeds with naturally blue-black tongues‚ and the Shar Pei is one of them. Like Shar Pei‚ the Chow Chow originated from China. Although they look nothing alike now‚ Chows and Shar Pei most likely share common genetic ancestry based on their Chinese roots and matching tongue color. Mixed-breed dogs with blue-black tongues could have Chow Chow or Shar Pei blood in their family tree. Image Credit: Martyna Nysk‚ Shutterstock 4. Shar Pei Were Once the Rarest Breed in the World After World War II‚ the newly created People’s Republic of China actively discouraged dog ownership among the population. By heavily taxing dog ownership and other‚ more drastic measures‚ the government all but eliminated the Shar Pei in mainland China. Breeders in Hong Kong and Taiwan were able to save a few Shar Pei and preserve the breed from extinction. In the 1960s and 1970s‚ the Guinness Book of World Records named the Shar Pei the rarest breed in the world. 5. Shar Pei Were Saved by Good Press In the 1970s‚ Life Magazine published a cover story on the Shar Pei and its status as a rare and endangered breed. The good press from the magazine followed an earlier publicity campaign by a Hong Kong breeder‚ who appealed to the global dog-loving community to help save the Shar Pei. As is still the case today‚ increased visibility brought an explosion of popularity for the Shar Pei. In the United States‚ interest in and sales of Shar Pei boomed almost immediately after the breed was featured on the cover of Life Magazine. Image Credit: David Raihelgauz‚ Shutterstock 6. Shar Pei Are the 134th Breed Recognized by the American Kennel Club Although Shar Pei dogs have lived in the United States since the mid-20th century‚ the AKC did not recognize the breed until the 1990s. With 200 recognized breeds in total‚ the Shar Pei still counts as one of the newer members of the AKC. Based on AKC registrations‚ they are currently the 68th most popular purebred dog in the United States. Their popularity has remained fairly consistent over the past several years as well. 7. The Wrinkles Don’t Always Remain The wrinkled skin of the Shar Pei is probably the breed’s most well-known characteristic. Even people who know little about dog breeds can frequently recognize a Shar Pei because of the wrinkles. However‚ while Shar Pei puppies are almost always wrinkled‚ adults are another story. Some adult Shar Pei continue to sport loose‚ wrinkly skin throughout their lives. Others may lose the wrinkles across their body but retain them on their head. There’s no good way to predict which Shar Pei pup will keep the wrinkled appearance as they age. Image Credit: Tikhomirov Sergey‚ Shutterstock Do Shar Pei Make Good Pets? Shar Pei can make good pets in the right living situation‚ but their personalities are as unique as their appearance. Bred to serve as guard dogs‚ the Shar Pei is independent‚ protective‚ and naturally suspicious. They love their families but are not especially outgoing. Because they are wary of strangers and not very active or playful‚ Shar Pei don’t make the best companions for kids. They can get along with the family children okay with socialization but probably won’t enjoy meeting new ones. Shar Pei normally don’t like strange dogs and may chase small pets like cats. Shar Pei are best suited to experienced dog owners because they can be challenging to train. Prone to stubbornness‚ the Shar Pei will resist harsh training and has a mind of their own. Because they are protective and can be dominant‚ a poorly trained and socialized Shar Pei can be problematic and a threat to strangers and other dogs. Conclusion If you want to add a Shar Pei to your family‚ research potential breeders carefully. Shar Pei are prone to several inherited medical conditions‚ and responsible breeders should screen for as many as possible before producing puppies. As we learned in this article‚ the Shar Pei is an interesting breed‚ but they are not suitable for every living situation. Don’t let the adorable wrinkles blind you to the challenges of living with a Shar Pei if you aren’t prepared or experienced. Sources “Chinese Shar Pei” “Chinese Shar Pei” “7 Things You Didn’t Know About Chinese Shar Pei” Featured Image Credit: Alika Obraz‚ Shutterstock The post 7 Interesting &; Surprising Shar Pei Facts appeared first on Pet Keen.

Click to Skip Ahead Female Names Male Names  Cute Names Strong Names Names Inspired by Fictional Animals Tasty Names  Unique Names Naming your new pup can be one of the most exciting aspects of becoming a dog parent‚ and while some may have a name in mind before they even find their ideal companion‚ others may still be on the hunt for the perfect name. This process may prove to be slightly overwhelming‚ given all the options‚ but that’s why we are here to help! If you are set on choosing a name that starts with P‚ we have some great ideas! Whether your dog is large or small‚ shy‚ or outgoing‚ or if you are looking for a name with a little bit of meaning‚ we are certain your dog’s new name can be found on this list! How to Choose Your Dog’s Name Before you start perusing our list of possible name ideas‚ we want to share some tips on how to choose the most suitable name for your dog. After all‚ they are going to have it for the rest of their lives‚ and you will likely be calling it multiple times a day! Consider choosing a two-syllable name. Monosyllabic names are typically the simplest for your dog to learn‚ but be careful when choosing them as they might cause confusion with other words‚ like their commands. Include vowels like “a‚” “e‚” or “i” in the name. Try using one or more of the vowels in your dog’s name to give the name an appealing sound that they will respond to. Try not to choose a name that sounds similar to another pet or family member’s name‚ as it may become confusing for both of them. Consider your dog’s appearance‚ qualities‚ and personality to inspire a name. This can help break down your ideas further. For example‚ Pepper could be a name for a black dog or Precious for a sweet and laid-back dog. Think about your favorite things in life that could be used to inspire a name‚ such as food or fictional characters. Decide if you want to settle on a classic name or if you want to go for something a little more unique or unusual. Keep breaking down your options into categories or themes to help narrow down your choices. So‚ in this case‚ the first part of narrowing down your choices is choosing a name that starts with P. From there‚ you can say‚ for example‚ you want a unisex dog name starting with P that suits a large breed. Take your time‚ and don’t be in a rush! Enjoy the process‚ and eventually‚ the perfect name will come to you. Image Credit: April Walker‚ Unsplash Female Dog Names Starting with P If you are simply looking for a name that starts with P for a female dog‚ here is a list of our favorites. Some are classic and well-known‚ while others are unique. Some can also be shortened to sweet nicknames‚ and you can personalize them by swapping out or changing one or two letters. Pagan Paget Paige Paisley Pam Paris Patti Paula Pearl Peggy Penelope Penny Petra Petunia Peyton Phoebe Pia Piper Portia Prim Male Dog Names Starting with P Here is our list of favorite male dog names starting with P. Many of these names can easily be shortened into a nickname‚ and some may even be suitable for a female or as a unisex name. Paddy Parker Parks Pascal Pat Patrick Patterson Paxton Pedro Penn Percy Perry Pierce Pierson PJ Porter Post Presley Preston Princeton Image Credit: chrisukphoto‚ Shutterstock Cute Dog Names Starting with P  If you are looking for a cute name to match your dog’s cute personality or small size‚ this is the list for you. Most of these names are short and have no more than two syllables‚ which makes them even more suitable for your dog. Just because they are cute‚ that’s not to say they won’t suit your Great Dane or German Shepherd! Have. Pan Panda Pansy Patches Pebbles Pepe Petal Ping Pip Pixel Pixie Plush Poe Pogo Polly Pompom Poppy Precious Prem Princess Prue Pudge Puffin Pugsy Purdy Strong Dog Names Starting with P  We have some epic ideas if you are looking for a strong and bold name to suit your guard dog or dog with a confident and brave temperament. These names are suitable for male or female dogs‚ and even if your Chihuahua or Toy Pom has a fierce attitude‚ a strong name may be more suitable than something short and sweet. Pablo Palace Pandora Panther Pasha Pegasus Pegus Pharos Phastos Phoenix Pike Pilot Pirate Pompeo Pontius Prada Prince Puma Pyro Python Image Credit: Alexander Naglestad‚ Unsplash Dog Names Inspired by Fictional Animals Starting with P  If you love Disney and other animated films‚ you may be inspired to choose a name from our list of fictional animals. We all know Pluto is a solid favorite‚ but don’t forget the underdogs like Pongo and Perdita from 101 Dalmatians. Whether the character is a mouse‚ a bug‚ or a fellow canine‚ they have great names starting with P that may just be perfect for your pup. P.T. (A Bug’s Life) Paddington Pascal (Tangled) Peg (Lady and the Tramp) Perdita (101 Dalmatians) Perla (Cinderella) Pervis (The Good Dinosaur) Phillippe (Beauty and the Beast) Pico (Encanto) Piglet Pikachu Pleakly (Lilo and Stitch) Plio (Dinosaur) Pluto Polo (Elemental) Pongo (101 Dalmatians) Pooh Prissy (Dumbo) Pua (Moana) Pumba Tasty Names Starting with P  Dog names inspired by food always fare well since they are usually sweet and adored‚ just like your new dog. A common favorite is Peaches‚ but you could go with something unique like Porkchop or Pretzel. If this idea tickles your fancy‚ we have several food-inspired names that are perfectly sweet for any pup. Palma Pancake Parfait Pavlova Peaches Peanut Pecan Penne Pepper Persimmon Pesto Pickles Pie Pilaf Pita Pizza Polony Porkchop Porky Praline Pretzel Pringle Prune Pudding Pumpkin Image Credit: everydoghasastory‚Shutterstocks Unique Dog Names Starting with P We all know the classic names like Pepper and Penny for dogs‚ and even though they are great names‚ you may be looking for something that’s more one-of-a-kind. So‚ if you want something unusual that stands out from the rest‚ we have a great list of unique names that start with P. Paca Padma Panda Pato Paws Pax Paz Pazzo Peace Pelusa Pepsi Phantom Phara Picasso Pinto Pirate Pistol Pixel Plato Poker Polo Porter Prague Proton Pudge Final Thoughts  You can’t go wrong when choosing a name that starts with P! We hope you agree after perusing our list of great name ideas. They are cute‚ bold‚ classic‚ and quirky‚ and we are sure you will find inspiration for your new pup’s name somewhere on this list.  Just remember to have fun‚ take your time‚ and choose a name that you don’t mind saying repeatedly for many years to come. Featured Image Credit: birgl‚ Pixabay The post 155 Dog Names Starting With P: Prodigious Names For Your Perfect Pup appeared first on Pet Keen.

Teddy bear dogs are hugely popular with people from all walks of life. They’re often little with soft facial features and wavy or curly coats‚ but‚ at the same time‚ teddy bear dogs are pretty diverse because they descend from various breeds. As such‚ many types of dogs fit into the teddy bear dog category. Read on to learn more. How Are Teddy Bear Dogs Classified? The term “teddy bear dog” does not refer to a single breed; it pretty much describes any dog with teddy bear-like features such as gentle eyes‚ little noses‚ and often fuzzy or fluffy coats. They’re typically made up of a mix of small breeds to achieve a certain look (so-called “designer” or “hybrid” dogs)‚ but pure-breed dogs (like the Bichon Frise) and some large dogs (like the Chow Chow) can also have teddy bear features‚ so it really is a broad umbrella. Nevertheless‚ most people think about small dogs when they hear the term. The 15 Teddy Bear Dog Breeds 1. Bichon Frise Image Credit: Ieva Tvaronavicute‚ Shutterstock Origin: Tenerife (likely) Lifespan: 14–15 years Height: 5–11.5 inches Today’s Bichon Frise descends from small dogs believed to have been developed in Tenerife along with other Barbichon-type dogs. These small‚ charming white dogs—known at the time as “Bichon Tenerife Dogs”—made their way to Italy‚ Spain‚ and France in the 1400s where they quickly became popular with the nobility. Bichon Frise have long been renowned for their ability to charm everyone in their path with their cuteness‚ friendliness‚ and playfulness. They’re also very adaptable dogs and do well in homes of all sizes as long as they get enough daily exercise. 2. Morkie Image Credit: Ursula Page‚ Shutterstock Origin: United States Lifespan: 10–16 years Height: 6–8 inches The Morkie is a cross between a Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie) and a Maltese‚ and is what’s known as a “designer breed”. They first started to be bred in the 1990s as companion dogs and are famous for possessing both the spiritedness of the Yorkshire Terrier and the affectionate‚ people-loving Maltese disposition. The Yorkie-Maltese blend has also created a dog with distinctive teddy bear-like facial features. Don’t be fooled‚ though—these dogs can be little firecrackers and need patient and consistent training and socialization. 3. Maltipoo Image Credit: Master1305‚ Shutterstock Origin: Unknown‚ Malta (Maltese)‚ Germany (Poodle) Lifespan: 10–15 years Height: 8–14 inches Unsurprisingly‚ the elegant‚ affectionate Maltese is often selected for creating “designer” breeds. One of the most well-known and beloved of these mixes is the Maltipoo—a Maltese crossed with a miniature or toy Poodle. The epitome of the pampered pooch‚ the Maltese was once popular with royalty. By contrast‚ the Poodle has strong working roots as a water retriever. The name was inspired by the German word‚ “Pudelin”‚ meaning “to splash in water”. The mix of the two breeds has created a versatile‚ wavy or curly-coated little dog that comes in an assortment of colors. 4. Goldendoodle Image Credit: Maria Surtu‚ Shutterstock Origin: Australia &; United States Lifespan: 10–15 years Height: 10–14 inches (toy)‚ 21–25 inches (standard) A combination of the Poodle and the Golden Retriever‚ the breeding of the Goldendoodle may have been inspired by the Labradoodle‚ a popular companion and service dog. Goldendoodles were bred to have low-shedding coats (though coat types can vary as this hybrid is so versatile) and to inherit the parent breeds’ intelligence‚ eagerness to please‚ and sociability. Their personalities tend to perfectly suit their teddy bear looks as they’re often real softies. Goldendoodles come in shapes and sizes‚ ranging from toy to standard‚ with toy Goldendoodles standing at around 10–14 inches while the standard Goldendoodle can grow up to around 25 inches tall. 5. Cockapoo Image Credit: shaymen99‚ Pixabay Origin: United States Lifespan: 12–15 years Height: Up to 15 inches (miniature)‚ 16 inches or more (large) Of all the “designer” dog breeds‚ the Cockapoo dates back the farthest. These dogs are a blend of Poodle and American Cocker Spaniel and were originally bred in the United States in the 1950s or 1960s for companionship. Like Goldendoodles‚ they’re often low-shedding‚ though this can vary because there are a number of possible coat types these dogs can inherit. Cockapoos are generally described as being lovable‚ sweet‚ intelligent‚ and merry. The parent breeds were both originally developed for work purposes as water retrievers (Poodle) and bird hunters (Cocker Spaniel). The “Cocker” part of the breed’s name was inspired by this spaniel’s aptitude for woodcock hunting. 6. Pomeranian Image Credit: barinovalena‚ Shutterstock Origin: Pomerania region (Poland &; western Germany) Lifespan: 12–16 years Height: 6–7 inches The Pomeranian is a purebred dog with origins in the historical Pomerania region‚ which is situated in both Poland and Germany. A companion dog‚ the tiny Pomeranian has warmed many a lap‚ including royal ones; Queen Victoria was a big fan of the breed and made sure to bring some Poms back from Florence‚ Italy after first encountering them there. Pomeranians don’t seem to have forgotten that they were once royal favorites‚ often being described as spunky and bold as well as friendly and sociable. They’re very adaptable and are happy anywhere they get plenty of attention and the right amount of exercise. 7. Schnoodle Image Credit: Edwin Butter Shutterstock Origin: United States Lifespan: 12–15 years Height: 10–12 inches (toy)‚ 15–26 inches (standard) The quirky name truly does this merry‚ extraverted‚ good-humored dog justice. Created by pairing Poodles and Schnauzers‚ the Schnoodle is a versatile‚ intelligent dog that can be as little as 10 inches in toy form to as big as 26 inches (standard) or even more if one of the parents is a giant Schnauzer. Some Schnoodles fall somewhere in between these sizes. While Poodles were originally bred as hunting dogs‚ Schnauzers were developed as farm assistants with various roles including herding‚ ratting‚ and guarding. The breed dates back to the 15th century but may have been around even earlier. 8. Lhasa Apso Image Credit: SubertT‚ Shutterstock Origin: Tibet Lifespan: 12–15 years Height: Up to 10–11 inches The Lhasa Apso is an ancient dog breed that originated in Tibet where they once commonly stood guard at Buddhist monasteries. Originally‚ they were called “Abso Seng Kye” which translates to “Bark Lion Sentinel Dog”‚ and the current name‚ Lhasa Apso‚ comes from Lhasa‚ a sacred Tibetan city‚ and the word for “longhaired dog” (Apso). Lhasa Apsos come in a wide variety of colors including black and tan‚ golden‚ red‚ blue‚ and grizzle to name a few. They’re often said to be something of a mix when it comes to character traits‚ being described as independent and dignified with a hint of stubbornness but also fun-loving‚ cheerful‚ and affectionate with their families. 9. Malshi Image Credit: Lady A Photography‚ Shutterstock Origin: Australia Lifespan: 12–15 years Height: About 10 inches If you cross a Maltese and a Shih Tzu‚ you get a Malshi‚ a dog around 10 inches in height and up to 12 pounds in weight. Today‚ Malshis are popular in the United States‚ though they were originally bred in Australia‚ their development beginning around 1990. Malshis aren’t big shedders since neither the Maltese nor the Shih Tzu shed a lot‚ and this may account partly for why‚ like doodle hybrids‚ they’re quite sought-after. Well-socialized Malshis are often cuddly‚ adaptable‚ and friendly with everyone‚ including kids and other pets. 10. Shih Tzu Image Credit: Ihar Halavach‚ Shutterstock Origin: Tibet Lifespan: 10–18 years Height: 9–10.5 inches Shih Tzus (meaning “little lion”) are possible descendants of the Lhasa Apso and the Pekinese. They were developed from Tibetan dogs by imperial Chinese breeders and went on to live a life of luxury as royal favorites. Emperors treated their Shih Tzus very much as members of the family‚ and their breeders were generously rewarded. In modern times‚ the Shih Tzu has remained ever popular with dog lovers‚ including—in keeping with their role as royal favorites—Queen Elizabeth II. They’re playful‚ loving dogs that may look dainty but are surprisingly athletic. 11. Cavachon Image Credit: BCCWM‚ Shutterstock Origin: North America Lifespan: 10–15 years Height: 12–13 inches The Cavachon is a cross between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Bichon Frise that first came about in North America in 1996. Like most “designer” breeds‚ they were developed to be versatile‚ adaptable‚ and generally easy to live with. This typically involves having moderate exercise needs‚ not shedding much‚ adapting well to apartment life‚ and having a nice temperament. Cavachons are generally sweet-natured‚ playful‚ and quiet‚ having a low tendency to bark excessively (as long as their needs are met‚ of course). They don’t usually get any bigger than 12–13 inches. 12. Chow Chow Image Credit: Flower_Garden‚ Shutterstock Origin: China Lifespan: 8–12 years Height: 17–20 inches The impressive Chow Chow is an ancient Chinese breed famous for possessing features that could be described as a mix of teddy bear-like and lion-like; they’re certainly cute but carry themselves with an air of quiet dignity. Chow Chows may date back even further than the Han Dynasty era‚ and other Spitz-type breeds probably descend from them. Historically‚ Chow Chows have been royal companions‚ guard dogs‚ hauling‚ and farm working dogs. Today‚ they make wonderful‚ loyal family companions when properly socialized‚ though they are known for being reserved and aloof around strangers. They’re also pretty adaptable and content to live anywhere as long as they’re properly cared for and exercised. 13. Shorkie Image Credit: Sue Thatcher‚ Shutterstock Origin: United States Lifespan: 11–16 years Height: 6–14 inches Another “designer” breed‚ the charming Shorkie was created by crossing Yorkshire Terriers with Shih Tzus. The result is a small dog weighing between 5 and 15 inches with bags of personality; this is a dog that doesn’t know (or care) how small they are! Their terrier ancestry has imparted feistiness and confidence while their Shih Tzu ancestry has contributed charm and perkiness. Shorkies tend to be pretty energetic and‚ like all other dogs‚ need daily walks and exercise to release pent-up energy to prevent them from becoming destructive. 14. Sheepadoodle Image Credit: Lisa Mounteer‚ Shutterstock Origin: United States Lifespan: 12–15 years Height: 18–22+ inches It’s hard to imagine a pooch more teddy bear-like than the Sheepadoodle‚ which is a mix of the iconic Old English Sheepdog and Poodle. This crossing has contributed a curly or wavy coat from the Poodle and a large physique and (possibly) the distinctive Old English Sheepdog shuffle. Both parent breeds are typically sociable and affectionate. Old English Sheepdogs were originally developed as drovers (dogs that accompanied cattle to market)‚ and‚ despite the name and likely development in England‚ their ancestry is quite mixed. Their ancestors may have come from Scotland‚ Russia‚ and/or parts of Europe. Poodles were first developed in Germany as water hunters. 15. Shichon Image Credit: Kirsten Thompson‚ Shutterstock Origin: Unknown‚ possibly the United States Lifespan: 12–16 years Height: 9–12 inches The Shichon was developed when breeders began crossing Shih Tzus with Bichon Frise‚ two already incredibly popular dog breeds. Both are commonly chosen as family dogs for their adaptability and gentle‚ happy natures‚ so it’s no surprise that the Shichon is getting plenty of interest‚ too. With socialization‚ Shichons make delightful companions for all kinds of families‚ big and small. The exact origin of the Shichon is not known for sure‚ but many designer breeds were developed in the United States. As for the parent breeds‚ the Shih Tzu originated in Tibet and the Bichon Frise most likely originated in Tenerife. Conclusion This list is far from exhaustive because so many dog breeds and mixed breeds have teddy bear-like characteristics that it’s impossible to discuss each and every one! We’ve done our best to include a combination of dogs‚ both big and little‚ that fit the teddy bear dog “ideal”‚ but the definition is pretty broad and subjective. Sources https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/the-bichon-frise-historys-sociable-survivor/ https://www.womansday.com/life/pet-care/g29378633/teddy-bear-dog-breeds/ https://www.dailypaws.com/living-with-pets/pet-compatibility/teddy-bear-dogs https://www.hillspet.com/dog-care/dog-breeds/morkie?lightboxfired=true# https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/resources/maltipoo/ https://centralillinoisdoodles.com/blog/goldendoodle-sizes/ https://www.goldendoodleassociation.com/about-the-breed/history-of-the-goldendoodle/ Featured Image Credit: Rovsky‚ Shutterstock The post 15 Teddy Bear Dog Breeds: Pictures‚ Facts‚ &; History appeared first on Pet Keen.

Learning some arcane and challenging things is necessary to be truly literate in a topic‚ even if it seems a little outdated. For instance‚ many scholars say you can’t truly be literate in the Western canon without a knowledge of Latin. Likewise‚ I would argue that you can’t be truly computer literate without at least a basic understanding of Unix. And you can’t be sovereign in a field without being literate‚ so you can’t be digitally sovereign without knowing Unix. Some variants of Unix run most of the world’s servers‚ like the web server you’re reading this article on now. Unix is at the heart of Google’s search engine. If you’ve ever used an Android phone or an iPhone‚ you have unwittingly used a spinoff of Unix. What is Unix? But what is Unix? That can be tough to answer since‚ like a Portuguese man o' war‚ Unix isn’t a single‚ definable thing but a collection of things. Part of the Unix philosophy is to have a collection of small‚ modular‚ highly specialized bits of software that all work together. At the heart of Unix is what’s known as the kernel‚ which is the very low-level software that runs the computer hardware. On top of that are the apps and utilities that you‚ the user‚ actually interact with. The kernel is Unix. The software that runs on top of the kernel is also Unix. Unix was initially developed inside Bell Labs in the 1960s by Ken Thompson and Dennis Ritchie‚ but it escaped the clutches of AT&;T to create innumerable offshoots and offshoots of offshoots‚ all of which can collectively be referred to as Unix. When Apple fired Steve Jobs in 1985‚ he founded a new company called NeXT that produced an operating system called NeXTSTEP based on — you guessed it — Unix. When Apple purchased NeXT in 1996‚ bringing Steve Jobs back into the fold‚ the company rebuilt Mac OS from NeXTSTEP‚ keeping the UNIX underpinnings. What was then known as Mac OS X was later refactored to power the iPhone‚ the iPad‚ the Apple TV‚ the Apple Watch‚ ad infinitum. Apple’s entire product line is built around Unix in some form. Linux and the open-source revolution Perhaps the most significant Unix spinoff‚ called Linux‚ was created by Finnish developer Linus Torvalds in 1991. What made Linux novel was its open-source philosophy. Linux was totally free to download and share. What it lacked in usability or technical support‚ it more than made up for by the simple fact that it was free. Linux will never be a significant player on most ordinary people’s desktops. Something as simple as installing a printer can be a nightmare. But despite that‚ Linux’s free nature makes it the most ubiquitous operating system in the world. It’s an economical solution for giant server farms running thousands of servers. It’s flexible and cheap enough to deploy‚ running many small gadgets around your house. The power of Unix Stripped of its shiny commercial veneers‚ Unix is all about raw power. It’s fundamentally a command-line operating system by and for computer geeks. It’s a construction zone littered with tools‚ scaffolding‚ and power cords. Unix does not hold your hand and it does not suffer fools. With the right commands‚ it will happily let you destroy your entire hard drive without so much as an error message. However‚ for those brave enough to conquer it‚ Unix holds unlimited power. And that power has been wielded by some of the most powerful men in the world‚ like Jeff Bezos‚ Steve Jobs‚ Mark Zuckerberg‚ Larry Page‚ and Sergey Brin. If you truly want to be the master of your digital destiny‚ you must venture into the dark depths of Unix. How to try Unix Running Unix on your computer once meant a difficult and treacherous Linux install. These days‚ you have multiple options for trying Unix from the comfort of a Windows PC or a Mac. Since macOS is built on Unix‚ it’s as simple as opening the Terminal app‚ found in /Applications/Utilities. Or press Command-Space and type “terminal.” At one time‚ Microsoft viewed Linux the same way the United States viewed the USSR. That’s changed‚ and the company now offers a baked-in way to install Linux alongside Windows in a single command called Windows Subsystem for Linux. It’s a little more complicated than on a Mac‚ but not by too much. You can even access Linux on a Google Chromebook — since a Chromebook is just Linux with a Web browser slapped on top. Google offers a setting to access the Linux underpinnings. Here’s your homework assignment: Investigate one of these options for your machine and make your way to a command prompt. But once you get there and the cursor blinks at you … then what? Stay tuned. We’ll tell you what to do next. In the coming months‚ Return will be publishing simple guides to help all of us take back our digital sovereignty.

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Resident Evil 2 Remake‚ RE3‚ and this year’s Resident Evil 4 Remake set the standard for modernized reboots of classic horror games. With Silent Hill 2 also getting the relaunch treatment‚ as well as Alone in the Dark‚ it seems the peak era of survival-driven scarefests is making a concerted comeback - and there’s more on the way. Resident Evil Code Veronica seems ripe for a remake makeover‚ or maybe the less-enthusiastically-received RE Zero. Maybe we’ll get another version of Resident Evil 1. Either way‚ Capcom now confirms that more Resident Evil remakes are coming. Continue reading More Resident Evil remakes are definitely happening‚ Capcom confirms MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best horror games‚ Best survival games‚ Best old games

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