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Mutt Breed Standards

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#1 ·
I thought it might be a fun idea for the people that have mutts to do a fake write up of what their breed standard would be, were they an actual breed.

For example; A Luna must have only one ear flopped, not both, nor may both be pricked. It must have extra jowls to drip drool with when drinking, and those jowls must be soft enough to the touch that you want to risk the drool anyway. Their coat must be speckled with brindle in such a way that it is either invisible, or they look dirty. Eyes must be particularly soft and pitiful in such a way that you forgive all transgressions instantly.

Lunas should be calmly friendly, neither shying away from a stranger nor knocking them over like a bowling pin. Due to this, their tails spin in a circular motion like a propeller as this is their only outlet for excitement. Lunas are particularly gentle with children and make great family companions.

Most importantly a Luna should have a thick, solid build and masculine features. This should ensure that all Lunas are presumed to be male, never female. Despite the fact that Lunas are heavier than they appear due to their dense frame, Lunas will always presume to be lap dogs, no matter whom they might be crushing.

Lunas are generally lazy dogs except between the hours of 7:30pm and 8:30pm. During this time they will run around in circles at top speed while growling and grunting as if possessed. This may be a dangerous time for smaller framed individuals, as a Luna often treats other objects much as a bull in a china shop would during this time. It is generally best to try to find a secluded corner and wait out this frenzy as Lunas have no traction on hardwood floors during this time and thus their trajectory can be unpredictable. Removing breakable objects is also advised.



Have fun everyone!
 
#2 ·
A Maes weight must be 25-30lbs and be the size of a larger beagle. Should not be overly friendly with strangers but tolerate strangers touching them. Must be a great family dog. A Mae is dog selective and only likes dogs that seem okay enough to be friends with.

Maes should have long fur about Maltese length and have to see the groomer every 6-12 weeks.

Maes should have a mixture of tan/black and white fur.

Maes require little exercise. Two walks a week and they are fine. They are not overly active and spend most of the day sleeping. On rare moments they will run around like crazy rabid dogs and you must run to safety and hope all stuffed animals make it. Maes are picky eaters and only like pedigree or purina one. They love all canned food though. Most importantly maes must have beards because without them they are naked mole rats.


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#3 ·
HA cute idea! I want a Luna!!

A Bennie comes from a long line of generic bully breed mutts, and is now considered a classic breed hailing from Philadelphia backyards. Their fur should be taupe, grey but also brown at the same time, and you will often find yourself having to explain that your dog is not blue. Bennie's are taupe, not blue. Their fur should be very short and shed minimally, which most owners highly appreciate. They should have what are considered rose ears, which you will often see in a variety of hilarious other positions depending on the Bennie's mood. The eyes of a Bennie should be expressive and the overall face should be extremely adorable. If that is not the case, you do not have a purebred Bennie.

Bennie's tend to be relatively short, around 20" at the shoulders, but must be way too long for their height. The skin along the stomach of a Bennie is ridiculously saggy and has everyone asking if the Bennie just had puppies yesterday. Despite their fairly un-athletic appearance, Bennies are very active and playful dogs.

Although they usually have a great off switch and can settle easily in the house, Bennies thrive on regular exercise and training. They tend to be very toy motivated due to their extremely high prey drive. They do best as the only pet in the house, and especially can't live with cats. Bennies are extremely human friendly, and no one is a stranger to them! They love their people but are always seeking the attention of every person around them. Bennies would make terrible guard dogs for this reason, unless you merely want a dog to bark at deep knocking noises and nothing else. Their bark is more similar to a howl, which can be quite amusing.

Overall Bennies are very easy to have around and are a great choice if you are a moderately active family with no other dogs or pets. They may do well with children if all parties are taught how to properly interact with each other, although Bennies do have the natural tendency to jump up and lick faces if not taught to do otherwise.
 
#4 ·
Monsters should be between 21-23" tall and weigh between 35-50lbs. Monsters should have a short double coat which sheds profusely year round. This breed is known for its colourful mosaic like coat. They should be of athletic build, body slightly longer then tall. Tail should be docked to about 5" . This breed has a long wedge shaped head with a slight stop and large triangle mobile ears with a 1/4 tip, they are very Mobile and often switch directions. While beautiful do not mistake the Monster for a lap dog, this breed is extremely high energy and incredibly smart, if you do not provide a proper outlet for the Monsters intelligence and Energy, be prepared for trouble.
 
#5 ·
Toby

Height: 15 inches at the shoulder.
Neck & Head: must not be more than 15 inches around.
Weight: Between 35-45lbs is acceptable
Coat: Must be red & black brindle with black diamonds around the eyes, occasional spots of a more fawn-color are acceptable, and white paws, collar, and muzzle.
Toby's are low-medium year-round shedders (although it may just seem that way because the house is already taken over by 4 cats worth of cat-hair..)
Temperament: Bouncy, flouncy, fun fun fun, the wonderful thing about being a Toby is he's the only one! (Tigger?) and occasionally so lazy you think he might have actually died. Good with children, adults who can appreciate a high-5 to the groin, cats who enjoy being chased and pounced on, and ultimately his "Master" whom he never really bothers with his troublesome mannerisms and always appears to behave best for (funny that ;) )

Warning: Toby's, although lazy at times, do require a morning stroll, a romp in the yard, tug-time, more romping, afternoon stroll, fun-run-happy-times, catch the flying thing, plenty of mental stimulation involving training and foods-to-work-for, more romping, a dinner stroll, an after dinner jog, and a pre-bedtime zoomie session.
 
#6 ·
Sansas are a magnificent breed. Socialization of this breed is a necessity as they have a tendency to be paranoid and suspicious of strangers. Most commonly they will hold their ground when spooked and they have a characteristically deep bark for their medium size. Must not accept any strangers unless owner, or temporary guardian is around. This breed has a natural tendency to be a guard dog if you build their confidence and train with positive reinforcement.

Sansas coat must be incredibly soft and at all times stick out in at least 5 different directions, the hair behind the ears must have a crimped just-been-braided texture. They must be mainly black and tan with a white cross on their chest. White other than on toes, chest, hind legs and tail area are considered a fault. Graying on the temple areas must come around 8 months of age and ears should be held in an unfortunate rose position occasionally, when excited, reaching the preferred button look. The lips should ever so slightly pout at the corners creating a tight jowl. Jowls should not drip, nor drool during normal activities, but may occasionally create a puddle while the dog sleeps.

This breed is extremely high energy and has a streamline, athletic, body. Known for their whining when bored, this breed is talkative and has a very distinct hound-like howl when taught to "sing". Very smart, sensitive, and sporty this dog is not recommended for inactive or first-time owners. Is good with other dogs, but owners must curb the excitement that begins at puppy-hood when greeting acquaintances, other dogs, or wildlife.

Sound sensitive and timid this breed is not recommended for a family with children.
Sansas have low toy drive so building this and working with their favourite chase-games are a must if you want your dog to play fetch. Notoriously bad in water, Sansas are known as anti-aquatic breeds. They will be displeased in rain, avoid puddles, and refuse to deal with bodies of water.

The ideal owner of a Sansa is someone who enjoys time spent outdoors, has no children, and understands how to work with a sensitive breed. They require intense exercise and daily training to be satisfied in the house. These dogs can NOT be outdoor only dogs, they are too timid of their surroundings and seem to have poor night-vision, they must be with their people when they are around.
 
#8 ·
Ranger's are found specifically on the East coast of Canada, but can trickle into the Eastern United States during nicer weather. They are lean in body structure and males are usually 24" and 60lbs. Dog to be shown in working condition. Standard colour is black with white markings permissible. Lower legs and muzzle will show brown during summer coat as the dog matures. Ears can be pricked, standing, or rose with favour given to asymmetrical ears. Coat is short and sleek with undercoat (undercoat in winter creates fluffy appearance to protect from Eastern climate.

Rangers are gregarious dogs, but bond strongly to one person. Although they are always willing to work (easily tackling hours of hard terrain), they must be able to handle periods of downtime without fuss. Getting along well with other animals is key; however due to addition of border collie to the line, motion sensitivity can be present so they should be watched near wildlife and cats outside when off leash. GSD lines have increased their responiveness and rangers are well-known for their loud intimidating bark.

Rangers love to work and must be given a job to remain happy members of their family. Agility, nosework, and scootering are all enjoyed by these quick dogs, but care should be taken not to over face them as they can be soft.