When you see a dog´s pedigree or read about dog shows and events, do you know the meaning of all those titles and abbreviations?

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When travel plans with your dog include flying, even on the most accomodating airline, it means hours of separation. A tiny pooch who´s owner plans ahead, will fly under a seat, as carry-on baggage. For others, travel by air means traveling as checked baggage or as air cargo...traveling alone.

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Though many may pet owners have not heard of at least two of these summer hazards, they can all mean serious illness or death for the dog who comes in contact with them.

Last, but certainly not least of the Irish American Canines, the Irish Terrier is one of the oldest terrier breeds. Beneath the bushy eyebrows, there´s deep dark brown eyes, a black nose, and a sweet, inquisitive, endearing expression.

The most comical of the group of dogs native to Ireland is sometimes called "a leprechaun in disguise" because of its frazzled curls and clownish personality. The Irish Water Spaniel is a most unique dog, and according to AKC registrations, one of the most rare.

One of three terrier breeds of Irish ancestry, The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a medium size terrier with a soft, slightly wavy coat wheat colored coat.

There are 3 AKC registered Terriers of Irish heritage. The Kerry Blue Terrier is the official "National Dog of Ireland".