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COURAGE - CHARACTER - PREDICTABILITY
Show
puppies by Anatomy; Loyal Companions
and Protection by Nature; Health and Longevity by good
genetics; and proven by Health
Testing Certifications. Brought to you by a
thoughtful knowledgeable trusted
breeder of over 45 years.
Breeders of the finest quality Schutzhund/IPO
titled & Breed Surveyed German Shepherds in the United
States. Our breeding
program maintains
the integrity of the
German Shepherd's heritage to preserve the ideal human-canine bond.
"BREEDING HEALTHY DOGS BY DESIGN"
Our Merkel Geneology is from
Haßloch, Germany
We are published in these books
BREEDER
QUALIFICATIONS:
KENNEL NAME:
Haus Merkel
Breeder Name: Dyan
Merkel
Website:
http://www.hausmerkel.com
Location: North
Texas
Contact Info:
vhmerkel@yahoo.com
214-755-5755
HEALTH TESTS:
Hip/Elbow
Certifications: Yes
Degenerative Myopathy
Certifications: Yes
Thyroid tests: Yes
CERF tests: No
TRAINING:
Titles/certifies
breeding stock in
discipline?: Yes
BREEDING STOCK:
Raises breeding
stock from
puppies:
Yes
Titles dogs bred on
premise: Yes
Imports titled
breeding stock: Yes
Buys from other
Breeders: NO
MORE!
SCHUTZHUND/IPO:
Has trained in
Schutzhund: Yes
HOT from puppy to
SchH3: Yes
HOT and bred to
SchH3: Yes
CONFORMATION/BREED
SURVEY:
Show ratings: Yes
Breed
survey: Yes
BREEDER
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
V Putz vom Haus
Merkel SchH3, Kkl 1a
V Ulla vom Haus
Merkel SchH3, Kkl 1a
V Zessa vom Haus
Merkel SchH2, IPO3,
Kkl1a
V Riesa vom Haus
Merkel SchH2, Kkl 1a
V Puma vom Haus
Merkel SchH2, Kkl 1a
V Emma vom Haus
Merkel SchH1, Kkl 1a
SG Wickie vom Haus
Merkel IPO1 a
SG Vessa vom Haus
Merkel IPO1 a
SG1 Clar vom Haus
Merkel SchH1 a
Ch Merkel's Opium
SchH1
V Merkel's Arletta
SchH1, a
SG, VP2 Nixe vom Haus
Merkel BH, AD, a
SG Feli vom Haus
Merkel BH, AD, a
Ch Merkel's Leica
UDT, OFA
Merkel's Leibchen
Shiloh UDT, OFA
Ch Merkels Sangria
UDT, OFA
United States
Grand Victrix
Ch
Merkels Vendetta ROM, OFA
Ch Merkel' Quaestor
CD, ROM, OFA
Ch Merkel's Essence
UD, OFA
Merkel's Coda vom
Jennerick CDX, OFA
National
Certified Search &
Rescue
Lieb vom Haus Merkel
OFA,
National
Obedience
Winner
Ch Merkel's Cut Up
of Timmee UDT, OFA
Certified United
States
Service Dog
Bryn vom Haus Merkel
CGC, OFA
Certified United
States
Service Dog
Fred vom Haus
Merkel
Ch Merkel's The
Cutting Edge OFA
Ch Merkel's Virtual
Reality OFA
Ch Merkel's Tequila
CD, OFA
Ch Merkel's Sante Fe
OFA
Merkel's Spellbound
ROM,OFA
Merkel's Emma ROM ,
OFA
Merkel's Estes CD,
near ROM
2009 Annual Achievement Award Recipient
Ch Merkel's Heart's are Wild
CDTDTC HIC CGC
TDI
OFA
Ch Merkel's Heart to
Heart CD, OFA
PRODOMINANT LINES
USED:
World Sieger Larus von Batu
SchH3 Kkl 1a
World Sieger Zamp vom Thermodos
SchH3, Kkl 1
World Sieger Yasko vom
Farbenspiel SchH3,Kkl 1a
VA Dux della
Valcuvia SchH3,
Kkl1a
Kirschental
WRITTEN GUARANTEE:
Yes
EDUCATION
AVAILABLE:
Yes
LIFETIME
SUPPORT:
Yes
YEARS AS BREEDER:
46
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S I T E
N A V I G A T I O N
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are NOT to replace a veterinarian visit; please take your dog to a vet
immediately at any sign of odd behavior or any symptoms of illness or
injury. Call your vet and describe your dog's symptoms with any of your
concerns about the dog's well-being. Your veterinarian may discover
changes in your dog's health that you have overlooked. It is always
better to err on the side of caution
HEALTH ARTICLES:
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My beloved mother
(Dorothy Conner Merkel
Obituary)
Love, kindness & laughter was her gift to all.
Always on my mind forever in my heart!
THIS IS WHAT WE FEED & RECOMMEND
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VICTOR
SELECT HI-PRO PLUS
Calorie Content (calculated):
ME 3894 kcal/kg;429 kcal/cup
Formula for Active Dog &
Puppies contains high levels
of Proteins and Energy with only 30%
carbohydrates! This super premium food is
naturally formulated with added vitamins,
minerals and other additives that work
together to support a strong and healthy
immune and digestive system. As with all
Victor dog foods, this formula is free
from Corn, Wheat, Soy or Glutens and is also
made using GMO Free. Dogs love the
all natural flavor of this super premium
food
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HOW TO GREET A DOG
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BEST INFORMATION YOU CAN EVER HAVE ON MEETING OTHER PEOPLES
DOGS-Children really need to learn this.
READING A DOGS BODY LANGUAGE
attribution (C) DFDK9
www.dfdk9.com
Canine body language
http://dfdk9.wordpress.com/
THIS is why you do not walk your dogs on asphalt or concrete
in the summer. If you see someone walking their dogs on
asphalt or concrete, PLEASE educated them and get the pet to
cooler ground. Original post was from Pet Ambulance Victoria
This should be sent to all the veterinarians including the specialists!
DOG PARK ALERT
We have received two notices.
(1) Nails wrapped in cheese at dog parks in Chicago and
Massachusetts (see pic). (2) from some friends that in
Augusta Maine dog park, antifreeze is being found in doggie
water bowls. Please beware and be careful and PLEASE SHARE
and spread the word
Ever wonder where puppy mill dogs come from? Here's an
example. Many get cooked alive in the sun and freeze to
death in the winter. If you purchase your dog from a pet
store, I can guarantee your "AKC" certified dog came from a
place like this. This one is even better than the ones
I saw in Iowa and Missouri!
Do you recognize she is a Yorkie?
Please do not purchase your pet from a Pet shop, Backyard
breeder or Commercial Puppy Mill.
ALL PETS RESCUES
needs your help! |
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"The man who rears a
dog must complete what the breeder began..." Max v. Stephanitz; Father of
the German Shepherd Dog
"Fun at the Beach"
"Fun at
Work"
"Fun
just hanging out"
BLOAT
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This is a real
combination of symptoms that spells out EMERGENCY. These are the classic
symptoms of a condition referred to as "bloat" - a dog that is pacing,
restless and has unproductive attempts to vomit.
This is a common problem in large breed
deep-chested dogs but can also occur in smaller dogs.
Basically what happens is this - the
stomach twists causing the blood supply to the stomach to be compromised
then leads to tissue death. As tissues are damaged, toxins are released
and a sequence of events occurs that if left untreated, leads to death.
If you ever notice these symptoms in
your dog, call your local veterinarian or emergency clinic as soon as
possible.
This is a condition that is fairly
common and often occurs in the evening or nighttime hours. It is also a
very expensive condition to treat.
READ MORE...
Dealing with Excessive Barking
The first step to stopping barking is to understand why it is
happening. Dogs bark for all kinds of reasons, including
anxiety, boredom and/or loneliness. Sometimes they bark just
because it feels good. Luckily, most dogs will respond to
one or other intervention to curtail their barking. Whether you
simply bring an outdoor dog inside or take the time to apply
behavior-modification techniques, you can cause a dog to be less
of a nuisance and to be more socially acceptable. |
Removing Skunk Odor
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No need for the tomato juice. Use a mixture of 10 parts hydrogen
peroxide to 1 part baking soda. Add a dash of degreasing
dishwashing soap and pour into a spray bottle. Spray liberally
over dry coat and allow to air dry. Avoid eyes. Works on other
objects, too! |
Click link below to enjoy the Birding Site
FOR THOSE
WHO LIKE BIRDING
FDA DOG FOOD RECALLS
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GERMAN
TERMINOLOGY FOR READING GERMAN PEDIGREES of DOG who Do service
for mankind
German titles and
ratings on pedigrees:
The
credentials of the German Shepherds that comprise our World Class breeding stock speak for themselves.
All are 100% West German bloodlines with Koerklasse 1. To achieve this coveted Koerklasse
1
(Kkl1) rating, the dogs must compete for titles in Germany or America
under the rules and auspices of the Club for German Shepherd Dogs (SV) in Germany. To meet
this World Standard, each dog must have a companion dog temperament test (B),
and certified hips ("a" stamp or OFA), a 12 mile endurance test
followed by examination for physical soundness (AD), and compete at a
show to achieve a conformation rating of at least SG or"Very Good" (V or
"Excellent" being the best at any show that is not the National
Championship or Sieger Show where the coveted "Excellent Select" or VA can be
awarded once a year to only the very best dogs). These requirements make the dog eligible
to enter a Koerung (to qualify for breeding) which is a Breed Survey
where the dog is carefully evaluated for excellence of structure, temperament and
courage.
These impressive requirements are only guidelines for our dedication
to the breed. Many times dogs with great prerequisites should not be bred together because
of incompatible bloodlines or characteristics. We are very aware of
each dogs qualities and breed so accordingly.
Angekoert/Breed Survey
Breed Surveyed (recommended for breeding)
Before a German Shepherd can be breed
surveyed, it must turn two years within the breed
survey year and must meet all
basic SV breed requirements,
plus it must have passed an endurance test (AD -
running 20 km without tiring). A "breed master" (Körmeister:
an experienced and specially trained SV judge) will
asses the dogs breed worthiness by giving it a very
thorough examination. This includes a temperament
test (ongoing throughout the breed survey), a gun
test (at least 2 gunshots at a distance of about 15
paces), and a courage test. |
The two
parts of the courage test are identical to the
courage tests in a
Schutzhund trial. In the
first part, the dog must prevent an attack on his
master by a stick wielding attacker coming out of a
hiding place about 15 paces away, by placing a
single but firm bite on the padded sleeve and
holding it for as long as there is action. When the
attacker stops, the dog must "out" (release) either
on its own, or on a single command from the owner.
For the second part (this time at a distance of
about 50 paces away from its master) the dog must
prevent an attack by a stick wielding and loudly
screaming attacker, bite only once and hold, and
must "out" either on its own when the attacker
stops, or on a single command from the owner.
Conformation and other checks include: height at the
withers, chest depth, chest circumference, weight,
pigmentation, coat, color,
disposition, alertness, nerves, self confidence,
hardness, courage, fighting instinct, secondary sex
characteristics, constitution, expression,
structure, bones, musculature, firmness of back and
ligaments, top line, elbow lay-on, pasterns, legs
gait, outreach, rear drive, toe nails, paws, head,
eye color, upper and
lower jaw, and dentition. The initial breed
survey is good for two years. At the end of the two
year period, the dog must be breed surveyed again,
this time for life. Failure to breed survey again
within the two year period will require a new
initial breed survey good for only two years.
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Körbericht
Breed survey report
Koerklasse 1
(Kkl 1) Especially
recommended for breeding
Koerklasse 2
(Kkl 2) Suitable for
breeding. Dog may have a structural or protection work
fault which could be compensated for by bloodlines or
working qualities. May be resurveyed and reclassified at a
later date.
(*) This symbol before a dog's name means
it has been surveyed and approved for breeding.
"a" Dog's hips have been x-rayed and
certified acceptable. Required for Breed Survey.
LG
Landesgruppen
(Regional) Show. There are approximately 1500 German Shepherd
Dog
clubs in Germany and these are under the jurisdiction of the
15 Landesgruppen clubs. The LG Shows are larger than
the local shows and the judging and rating requirements are
stricter. Landesgruppen Sieger and Siegerin
titles are awarded.
VA (Vorzüglich Auslese) Excellent
Select title that is only awarded at the Annual Sieger Show
Select Class.
V (Vorzüglich)
Excellent
SG (Sehr Gut) Very Good
G (Gut) Good
A (Ausreichend) Sufficient
M (Mangelhaft) Faulty
O (Zero)
Failed
U Unsatisfactory
CACIB a European International
Champion
SchH/IPO (Schutzhund) For
dogs who have passed the examinations for obedience protection,
and tracking. The titles 1, 2, and 3 denote how advanced the
training tests were. Dog must have at least a SchH1/IPO1 to be
Breed Surveyed.
AD (Ausdauerpruefung) The
dogs passed an endurance test by gaiting approximately six miles
per hour for about nine miles with a ten-minute rest halfway, and
a simple Obedience Test at the end. The dog is given a
simple physical examination after the test. A requirement
for the Breed Survey.
HGH (Herdengebrauchshund) Herding
Dog
PH (Polizei Hund) Police Dog
FH (Fährten Hund) Tracking
Dog
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German
Commands:
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Achtung
Watch
Aus
Let Go
Bei Fuss
Heel
Bleib Stay
Bleib sitzen
Stay sitting
Bringen Fetch
Fass Attack
Geh weiter
Go on
Gib Laut
Speak
Halten Halt
Hopp Jump |
Komm
Come
Kriech
Crawl
Nein No
Nimm Take it
Pass auf Watch out
Platz Down
Setz Sit
Such Search
Voraus
Go out
Zur Spur Trail
Zur Wache Guard |
DEUTSCH
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SPANISH
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ENGLISH
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FRENCH
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FUSS
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JUNTO / A PIE
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HEEL
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AU PIED
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STEH
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PARADO / PARATE
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STAND
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DEBOUT
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SITZ
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SENTADO/SIENTATE
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SIT
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ASSIS
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PLATZ
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ECHADO/ABAJO
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DOWN
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TERRE
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WARTEN
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ESPERA
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STAY
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PAS BOUGER /
RESTE
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FRONT
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ALFRENTE
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FRONT
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EN FACE / ICI
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GIB LAUT
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LADRA / MARCA
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BARK
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ABOIE
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VORAN
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ADELANTE
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AWAY
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EN AVANT
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KEHRT
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VUELTA
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TURN
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RETOUR
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HIER
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Á QUI / VEN AQUI
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COME
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ICI
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BRING
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TRAE
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BRING
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APPORTE
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AUS / AUSGEBEN
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SUELTA
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OUT
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DONNE
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HOPP / SPRUNG
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BRINCA
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JUMP
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SAUTE
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ZURÜCK
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REGRESA / VEN
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BACK
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RETOUR
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AN DEIN PLATZ
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A TU LUGAR
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AT YOUR PLACE
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A TA PLACE
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LIEGEN
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BAJATE
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LAY DOWN
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COUCHÉ
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BLEIB
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QUIETO / QUIETA
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STAY
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PAS BOUGER /
RESTE
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PASS AUF
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FIJATE / MIRA
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ATTENTION
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GARDE
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PASS AUF
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ATENCION
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ATTENTION
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ATTENTION
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HALT
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ALTO
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STOP
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STOP ARRÊT
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ZEIG
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MARCA
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POINT
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MONTRE-(MOI)
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FASS
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ATACA / MUERDE
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ATTACK
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ATTAQUE
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AUS / LOSLASSEN
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SUELTA
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OUT
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HALTE / LÂCHE
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NICHT BERÜHREN
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NO TOQUES
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DON'T TOUCH
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PAS TOUCHE
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SUCH
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BUSCA
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SEARCH
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VA REGARDER
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KEHREN
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REGRESA / VUELVE
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COME BACK
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DE-MITOUR
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BESSER
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MEJOR
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BETTER
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MIEUX
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AUF
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ARRIBA
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UP
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MONTES
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AB
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ABAJO
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DOWN
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DESDCENDS
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LANGSAM
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DESPACIO
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SLOW
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DOUCEMENT
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RUHIG
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TRANQUILO
TRANQUILA
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EASY
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CALMES-TOI
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HÖR AUF/ RUHE
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DETENTE / BASTA
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STOP-IT
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ARRETE
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FERTIG
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SE CABÓ/ SE
TERMINÓ / FIN
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QUIET/ FINISH
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FINI
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NEIN
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NO
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NO
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NO
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LOBEN (BRAV)
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ESO ES / BIEN
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GOOD
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BON CHIEN
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SUPER
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MUY BIEN/ESO ES
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VERY GOOD
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SUPER
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FREI
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LIBRE
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FREE
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LIBRE
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