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Carolina Dog Dog Breed Facts
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Breed: Carolina Dog
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Also Called: American Dingo, Southern Aboriginal Dog, The Native American Dog, Indian's Dog
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Height: The Carolina Dog is about 17-24 inches tall.
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Weight: The Carolina Dog weighs between 40-60 lbs.
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Colors: The Carolina Dog can be ginger, black and tan, or piebald.
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Physical Appearance: The Carolina Dog is a medium built dog, manifesting the features of most pariah/feral dog types. The large, erect ears (designed for optimal sound retrieval and possibly body temperature regulation), long, curved tail (used for signaling and communication) and short, dense coat have been naturally selected for to ensure survival under free-ranging conditions.
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Temperament/Personality: The Carolina Dog makes gentle pets, winning show dogs, and good hunting/hiking companions - even when caught wild. They are willing, smart and never aggressive towards humans - alerting you to possible danger by standing at a distance and sounding a warning bark.
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Care: The Carolina Dog requires minimal grooming. Brush occasionally and bathe when necessary.
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Health Concerns/Problems:
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Training: The Carolina Dog trains easily.
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Activity: The Carolina Dog requires daily exercise in the form of a walk or let free to run a fenced yard.
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Life Span: The Carolina Dog lives an average life of 12-14 years.
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Litter Size: The Carolina Dog has an average litter of 4-10 puppies.
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Country of Origin: The Carolina Dog originated in the United States.
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Brief History: The Carolina Dog is related to the earliest domesticated dogs, are the remnant descendants of the feral pariah canids who came across the Bering land mass 8,000 to 11,000 years ago as hunting companions to the ancestors of the Native Americans. They still roam wild in the southeastern United States.
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Registries: ARBA, UKC, NKC, CDCA, CKC
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