Dog Informative Speech
PURPOSE: To inform you about my three favorite breeds of dogs.
THESIS: Any dog can make a great pet but my favorites are chihuahuas, boston terriers and boxers.
INTRODUCTION
I. Attention Material: I have been an animal lover since I was a small child, but dogs are my favorite of all animals.
II. Credibility: I have two dogs, a Chihuahua and a Boston Terrier.
III. Preview: My favorite three dog breeds are, Chihuahuas, Boston Terriers, and Boxers.
Transition: Lets start by talking about my first favorite dog the Chihuahua.
I. Chihuahua
A. Appearance - The Chihuahua is a tiny toy sized dog. The body is longer than it is tall. The large, round eyes are set well apart and are dark colored. The erect ears are large. The tail is long, …show more content…
History- This is the oldest breed on the American continent and the smallest breed in the world. Native to Mexico, where it received it's name from the Mexican State of Chihuahua.What breeds were used to make up the Chihuahua are unclear, but some think it originated from the Fennec Fox. The dogs were sacred to Pre-Columbian Indian nations and were also popular pets to the upper class. The dogs are prized for their size and are most valued to some fanciers when they weigh under 3 pounds.
C. Personality-The Chihuahua is a good companion dog. Courageous, extremely lively, proud and adventurous, they enjoy affection. Brave, cheerful and agile. Chihuahua's can be strong-willed without the proper human leadership.
Transition: Now let us move to my second favorite dog, the …show more content…
III. Boxers
A. Appearance- The Boxer's body is compact and powerful. The muzzle is short and blunt with a distinct stop. The nose is large and black with very open nostrils. The jaw has an under bite. The eyes are dark brown. The ears are set high, either cropped or kept natural. Their necks are large, strong, and muscular. The legs are well muscled. The tail is usually docked.The short, smooth coat comes in, fawn, brindle, tan, mahogany, black often with white markings.
B. History- The Boxer was developed in Germany in the 19th century. Early Boxers were used for dog fighting, bull baiting, cart pulling, cattle dogs. They later became popular theater and circus dogs. . The Boxer is known for the way it uses its front legs to bat at its opponent. Some of the Boxer's talents are watchdog, guarding, police work, military work, search & rescue.
C. Personality- The Boxer is happy, high-spirited, playful, curious and energetic. Highly intelligent, eager and quick to learn.the family. they are loyal and affectionate and get along so well with other household pets such as cats. They are very clownish and playful. The Boxer's nature is to protect their
THESIS: Any dog can make a great pet but my favorites are chihuahuas, boston terriers and boxers.
INTRODUCTION
I. Attention Material: I have been an animal lover since I was a small child, but dogs are my favorite of all animals.
II. Credibility: I have two dogs, a Chihuahua and a Boston Terrier.
III. Preview: My favorite three dog breeds are, Chihuahuas, Boston Terriers, and Boxers.
Transition: Lets start by talking about my first favorite dog the Chihuahua.
I. Chihuahua
A. Appearance - The Chihuahua is a tiny toy sized dog. The body is longer than it is tall. The large, round eyes are set well apart and are dark colored. The erect ears are large. The tail is long, …show more content…
History- This is the oldest breed on the American continent and the smallest breed in the world. Native to Mexico, where it received it's name from the Mexican State of Chihuahua.What breeds were used to make up the Chihuahua are unclear, but some think it originated from the Fennec Fox. The dogs were sacred to Pre-Columbian Indian nations and were also popular pets to the upper class. The dogs are prized for their size and are most valued to some fanciers when they weigh under 3 pounds.
C. Personality-The Chihuahua is a good companion dog. Courageous, extremely lively, proud and adventurous, they enjoy affection. Brave, cheerful and agile. Chihuahua's can be strong-willed without the proper human leadership.
Transition: Now let us move to my second favorite dog, the …show more content…
III. Boxers
A. Appearance- The Boxer's body is compact and powerful. The muzzle is short and blunt with a distinct stop. The nose is large and black with very open nostrils. The jaw has an under bite. The eyes are dark brown. The ears are set high, either cropped or kept natural. Their necks are large, strong, and muscular. The legs are well muscled. The tail is usually docked.The short, smooth coat comes in, fawn, brindle, tan, mahogany, black often with white markings.
B. History- The Boxer was developed in Germany in the 19th century. Early Boxers were used for dog fighting, bull baiting, cart pulling, cattle dogs. They later became popular theater and circus dogs. . The Boxer is known for the way it uses its front legs to bat at its opponent. Some of the Boxer's talents are watchdog, guarding, police work, military work, search & rescue.
C. Personality- The Boxer is happy, high-spirited, playful, curious and energetic. Highly intelligent, eager and quick to learn.the family. they are loyal and affectionate and get along so well with other household pets such as cats. They are very clownish and playful. The Boxer's nature is to protect their