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West Highland White TerrierWest Highland White Terrier The West Highland White Terrier, commonly known as the "Westie," hails from Poltalloch, Scotland and dates back well over a century. Once known as the Poltalloch Terrier or...

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White IbisWhite Ibis The mature White Ibis is easily distinguished from other Ibis, thanks to its stark all-white plumage. Generally a bird found near the coastlines in the Southeastern United...

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Turkish Angora CatsTurkish Angora Cats The Turkish Angora is a naturally-occuring breed of cat, originating from the Manul cat which was domesticated by the Tartars. Eventually they migrated to Turkey, and...

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Russian Blue CatsRussian Blue Cats Body Fine-boned, long, firm and muscular, with long and fine boned legs. Coat Short, dense, fine and plush in an even blue throughout. Guard hairs are silver-tipped, giving...

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Bewick's WrenBewick's Wren The Bewick's wren (Thryomanes bewickii) is a small brown bird easily recognizable by the white stripe above the eye. They are cavity nesters that live in brushy areas around...

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Turkish Van CatsTurkish Van Cats Like the Turkish Angora, the Turkish Van hails from the Middle East, but they are two distinctly different breeds. Because they are regarded as regional treasures in their...

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Least Grebe

Least Grebe

The Least Grebe is the smallest of the Grebes. It looks similar to the Pied-billed Grebe, which is...
Pied-billed Grebe

Pied-billed Grebe

The smallest of the Grebes found in the state, the Pied-billed Grebe is rarely seen in flight. When disturbed...
White Ibis

White Ibis

The mature White Ibis is easily distinguished from other Ibis, thanks to its stark all-white plumage....
Glossy Ibis

Glossy Ibis

The Glossy Ibis is virtually identical to its close relative, the White-faced Ibis, and extreme care...
White-faced Ibis

White-faced Ibis

The White-faced Ibis is the Ibis most commonly found in South Dakota. It is very similar to the Glossy...
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Korat Cats

Korat Cats

The Korat is a native of Thailand, and has been revered in that country for centuries. Their bluish-silver...
Maine Coon

Maine Coon

The Look of the Maine Coon: His body is medium to large, muscular, and broad-chested, with a well-balanced...
Manx Cat

Manx Cat

Manx Breed Brief: The Manx has a robust and rounded appearance, with solid muscling, compact and of...
Munchkin

Munchkin

Munchkin Breed Brief: Although Munchkins have only recently been accepted as a breed (in TICA, but not...
Norwegian Forest Cat

Norwegian Forest Cat

At first glance, the Norwegian Forest Cat may appear to be a dead ringer for the Main Coon, and it...
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Weimaraner

Weimaraner

The Weimaraner can be traced back to the early 1800s, and is believed to have ancestral relation to the...
West Highland White Terrier

West Highland White Terrier

The West Highland White Terrier, commonly known as the "Westie," hails from Poltalloch, Scotland and...
Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terriers can be traced back to the Waterside Terrier and developed as a result of breeding...
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Korat Cats

Korat Cats

The Korat is a native of Thailand, and has been revered in that country for centuries. Their bluish-silver color examplifies the exalted stature they demand, so it is no wonder they are considered a symbol of good fortune by the Thais. Consider yourself of equal good fortune if you find yourself “owned” by a Korat.... 

Maine Coon

Maine Coon

The Look of the Maine Coon: His body is medium to large, muscular, and broad-chested, with a well-balanced rectangular appearance. The Maine Coon’s coat is heavy and shaggy, but shorter on the shoulders and longer on the britches and stomach. He sports a handsome front ruff and a long flowing tail. A Rainbow of Colors The... 

Manx Cat

Manx Cat

Manx Breed Brief: The Manx has a robust and rounded appearance, with solid muscling, compact and of medium size. The Manx Coat: Shorthair: Double coat is short and dense due to a cottony undercoat. Long: Coat is medium length, gradually lengthening from the shoulders to the rump, with full breeches. (The longhaired Manx was... 

Munchkin

Munchkin

Munchkin Breed Brief: Although Munchkins have only recently been accepted as a breed (in TICA, but not in CFA), they have been around for decades. Munchkins can most appropriately be described as “regular cats” with short legs. Like the Sphynx cats, they foster a “love or hate” reaction at first glance,... 

Norwegian Forest Cat

Norwegian Forest Cat

At first glance, the Norwegian Forest Cat may appear to be a dead ringer for the Main Coon, and it isn’t surprising because both cats came from areas with harsh climates. In fact, some may believe that the original Main Coons came from cats left behind by the Vikings in their early expeditions. Legends abound about the... 

Ocicat

Ocicat

Originated from interbreeding of Abyssinian, Siamese, and American Shorthair, the Ocicat is a completely domestic cat with the look of the wild. The Ocicat got its name because of its resemblance to the Ocelot, a glorious wild cat from Central and South America. A cat lover looking for something exotic will love having an Ocicat... 

Oriental Shorthair

Oriental Shorthair

Take a Siamese, coat it in any one or combination of a kalaidescope of colors, and you will have an approximation of the Oriental. The Oriental’s personality is as colorful as its coat, and you will be continually delighted at its antics as it accompanies you through every activity of the day. Be forewarned though–... 

Weimaraner

Weimaraner

The Weimaraner can be traced back to the early 1800s, and is believed to have ancestral relation to the Bloodhound. The breed was developed in Germany and likely related to German hounds and hunting dogs – specifically the German Shorthaired Pointer. Originally called the Weimar Pointer, the breed was a much sought-after... 

West Highland White Terrier

West Highland White Terrier

The West Highland White Terrier, commonly known as the “Westie,” hails from Poltalloch, Scotland and dates back well over a century. Once known as the Poltalloch Terrier or Roseneath Terrier, Westies were used to hunt vermin as well as provide companionship. The breed has been in the US since the early 1900s. Size 13-20... 

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terriers can be traced back to the Waterside Terrier and developed as a result of breeding with various other terriers throughout England. Originally known as Scotch Terriers, Yorkshire Terriers were brought to Yorkshire by weavers in the mid 19th century. During the Victorian Era they became quite fashionable. The... 

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Turkish Angora Cats

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White-faced Ibis

The White-faced Ibis is the Ibis most commonly found in South Dakota. It is very similar to the Glossy Ibis, but the two species ranges are generally distinctive. Where t

Bewick's Wren

The Bewick's wren (Thryomanes bewickii) is a small brown bird easily recognizable by the white stripe above the eye. They are cavity nesters that live in brushy areas

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Brown Pelican

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