Welcome to JaneDogs!
Why do dogs and humans have such a unique bond dating back thousands of years? Unlike any other animal species, dogs have a natural desire to be with humans. As man's companion, dogs have developed different instincts and evolved into many shapes and sizes according to their differing roles in history and in modern society.
Written by Jane Harvey, a widely published author and dog judge, this website contributes significant original material aimed at giving an insight into the wonderful world of dogs.
In a journey around JaneDogs you will discover how and why the dog-man bond began from the earliest civilizations. By exploring the history of today's breeds with the assistance of a unique terminology section, learn to understand pure breeds by following the development of terriers, toys and some of the other breeds to see how and why they look as they do today. Dog care and management is also discussed as well as for lighter reading, some delightful stories about dogs.
There are over 120 original articles on this site. Examples include:
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This site is organised into the following major sections. Please tell us how you enjoy JaneDogs!
This instructional section deals with many of the practicalities of owning a dog. This section utilises my lifetime experiences of acting as a mentor to new puppy owners, as well as breeders, judges and dog show exhibitors. It aims to answer numerous questions on general care, grooming, breeding, judging and basic training of dogs.
This section gives an in-depth look at Terriers. Terriers have been bred over the centuries to find quarry underground, hence their name 'Terrier' derived from the Latin word 'Terra' meaning earth. Historically their quarry was usually rats and foxes but also sometimes badger, stoats, weasels and otters. In today's society with no quarry to find, the terrier instinct to dig could annoy a garden conscious owner. However, their energy and fun loving character makes them excellent family pets and watchdogs.
Toys or ‘lap-dogs’ were designed to sit on human laps so they could be stroked and petted. Historically developed over centuries by the aristocracy, these small dogs possess great dignity as they were pampered, fed gourmet delicacies and slept in privileged sleeping places. Although some Toy breeds may not be as robust as their larger counterparts and prefer to live indoors, they make wonderful companions for people living in small houses and apartments.
An overview of the function and purpose of breeds other than Terriers and Toys will be considered here in similar to the formats of those breeds in the two other Groups that are already complete. So, please be patient as this is a work in progress! Meanwhile we are happy to hear from you with offers of photos or information to this end.
This section explains dog jargon used in Breed Standards and doggie talk by vets and dog breeders. Unless otherwise stated, this section combines use of our own computer graphics some of which are overlain on photos of actual dogs, giving this glossary a new and unique approach.
Here the story of the dog-man relationship is told, beginning with the early civilizations in which this relationship first developed. As this story continues, how and why the various types of dogs first evolved is described, together with the purpose of classification of dogs into the various groups of breeds.
Stories about dogs are timeless. Ranging from folk legends to the positive roles dogs play in our modern society, they demonstrate some form of the man-dog bond. Sometimes light and humorous, sometimes just 'feel good' stories, this section ranges from the legends that have existed for many years, to heart warming stories about the special part dogs play in the lives of special people.
Passion for dogs has dominated Jane Harvey's life. Having experienced the highs and lows of showing dogs, breeding dogs, judging dogs, studying Veterinary Science, being involved with dog administration and dealing with governments on dog related matters, with great pleasure Jane's dog philosophies are presented on this site.