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sharp senses, although their eyesight is more sensitive to motion an animal, especially a dog, and used to lead it or hold it in check.
than to detail. The breed is very loyal and loving, making them the
perfect family companion. Leather: The flap of the ear; the outer ear supported by cartilage
and surrounding tissue.
Lakeland Terrier: Is a dog breed, which takes its name from its
place of origin, the Lake District in England. The dog is a small Leggy: Too long in the leg for correct balance.
to mid-size member of the Terrier family. While independent in
personality, it interacts well with owners and all family members, Lemon pied: mainly lemon or cream hairs mixed with white or
and is mostly hypo-allergenic. They are friendly, bold, and black.
confident. Shyness is very atypical, as is aggressiveness. Very
intelligent and independent minded, they are quick to learn and Lemon: Used to describe pointers, this color is a brilliant, medium-
easy to train though Lakelands often exhibit ‘selective deafness’ saturated yellow. Color definitions may vary by breed. Always
when their interest level is aroused. check the breed standard for the definitive color description.

Lancashire Heeler: Is a small breed of dog developed for use as Leonberger: Is a giant dog breed that derives its name from the
a drover and herder of cattle. Gwen Mackintosh began to breed city of Leonberg in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. According to
Heelers in the early 1960s. Together with other enthusiasts, she legend, the Leonberger was ostensibly bred as a “symbolic dog”
established the Lancashire Heeler Club in 1978. They are alert, that would mimic the lion in the town crest. First and foremost
friendly, energetic, intelligent, playful and a pleasant companion. a family dog, the Leonberger’s temperament is one of its most
Personality can range from lazy and playful to energetic and important and distinguishing characteristics. Well socialized
talkative. and trained, the Leonberger is self-assured, insensitive to noise,
submissive to family members, friendly toward children, well
Landrace: Is a domesticated, locally adapted, traditional variety of composed with passersby, and self-disciplined when obliging its
a species of animal or plant that has developed over time, through family or property with protection.
adaptation to its natural and cultural environment of agriculture
and pastoralism, and due to isolation from other populations of Leonine: Looking like a lion (e.g. Chow Chow).
the species. The word landrace literally means ‘country-breed’
(German: Landrasse). Level Bite: When the front teeth (incisors) of the upper and lower
jaws meet exactly edge to edge. Also called pincer bite, equal bite,
Landseer: Newfoundland that are white dogs with black markings, or even bite.
named in honor of Sir Edward Henry Landseer, the 19th Century
artist who used these dogs as models. The Landseer is known for its Level Gait: Dog moves without rise or fall of withers.
sweet disposition, gentleness, and serenity. They enjoy swimming
and tend to drool, though not as much as some other giant breeds. Level, even, pincer or vice-like bite: The front teeth meet exactly
edge to edge.
Lapponian Herder: Is a breed of dog from Finland, one of three
Lapphund breeds developed from a type of dog used by the Sami Lhasa Apso: Is a non-sporting dog breed originating in Tibet. It
people for herding and guarding their reindeer. The breed standard was bred as an interior sentinel in the Buddhist monasteries, to
states that the dog should be calm, friendly, and docile, but also alert the monks to any intruders who entered. Lhasa is the capital
energetic. Most herding breeds need to be given regular exercise. city of Tibet, and apso is a word in the Tibetan language meaning
“bearded”, hence, Lhasa Apso simply means “long-haired Lhasa
Lateral: Pertaining to the side. dog”. Lhasa temperament is to be wary of strangers while being
loyal to those closest to them. Left untrained, they can be very
Layback: Angle of the shoulder blade, when viewed from the side. aggressive to strangers.

Layon: The angle of the shoulder blade as compared with the Line breeding: The practice of mating a dog to a member of an
vertical plane viewed from the front. earlier generation of the dog’s bloodline.

Lead: A strap, cord, or chain attached to the collar or harness, or Line: 1. Family of related dogs, usually bred by a single kennel. 2.
sometimes simply around the neck, for the purpose of restraining In foxhunting, the track of a quarry that is indicated by scent. 3. A
or leading the dog. Also called leash. stripe, streak or lineal mark on a dog’s coat.

Learned helplessness: When a dog learns that no matter what Lineage: Genealogical descent from a common ancestor; dog’s
he does he cannot escape from an aversive situation and gives up pedigree or family tree.
trying. Learned helplessness is a negative, detrimental emotional
state that has been associated with anxiety and depression. Linty: Soft texture of coat (e.g. Bedlington Terrier) or undercoat
(e.g. Dandie Dinmont Terrier).
Leash: A chain, rope, or strap attached to the collar or harness of

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