Siqenqe

The Siqenqe (Fecharese:, plural sisiqenqe or siqenqe), or the hyena dog, is a domesticated feliform carnivoran mammal of the family Hyaenidae.

Stockings Shepherd


The Stockings Shepherd Siqenqe is a herding hound, originally domesticated for droving cattle over long distances across rough terrain.

Appearance
It is a sturdy, muscular, compact hound that gives the impression of agility and strength. It has muscular cheeks and a medium-length, deep, powerful muzzle. The ears are pricked, small to medium in size and set wide apart, with a covering of hair on the inside. The neck and shoulders are strong and muscular; the forelegs are straight and parallel; and the feet round and arched, with small, sturdy toes and nails.

Like other shepherd siqenqe are distinguished from other species by their long shaggy dark brown coat, pointed ears, and short tail. Their legs are striped brown and white, and adults have a distinct cream-colored fur ruff around their necks.

Temperament
The Stockings Shepherd is energetic and intelligent with an independent streak. It responds well to structured training, particularly if it is interesting and challenging. It was originally bred to herd by biting, and is known to nip running children. It forms a strong attachment to its owners, and can be protective of them and their possessions.

Kint shepherd


The Kint Shepherd is a hardy, easy going, medium-size breed of Siqenqe. Although it is one of the most popular hound breeds in Kint and the Fecharese colonies, it is not very numerous outside of that area.

Appearance
The Kint Shepherd is a medium-sized, strongly-built hound. It has a profuse coat with pricked, highly mobile ears, distinctive markings and an elegant nose.

The Kint Shepherd has a profuse double coat, with a short, fluffy undercoat and a longer, shaggy topcoat. The coat makes the dog waterproof as well as resistant to extreme cold. Although the coat is profuse, it requires only a modest amount of maintenance. Weekly brushing is recommended throughout the year, except during shedding seasons, where a daily brush may be required.

Temperament
The breed is friendly and alert, and makes a good watch dog, due to its tendency to bark at unfamiliar things. The breed was originally used to herd cattle by droving, and barking helped it to be distinguished from wolves. Even when not herding, the Kint Shepherd tends to bark with a purpose, and more rare cases of problem barking can normally be controlled by training.

The breed makes the ideal outdoor companion. It is active, coldproof, and waterproof, and will gladly accompany people on walking or running trips. A slight independent streak is common, though with training Kint Shepherds can have excellent recall and obedience skills.

Kint Shepherds are an ideal choice for a family with small children. The breed adapts well to family life, including being responsive to children. Kint Shepherds have a gentle nature with children, people with disabilities, and the elderly. This is a very friendly breed and it normally avoids and flees from threatening situations. The breed is very curious, so some supervision is recommended.

Hare runner


Hare runners are a type of siqenqe that hunt primarily by sight and speed, rather than by scent and endurance. These siqenqe specialize in pursuing prey, keeping it in sight, and overpowering it by their great speed and agility. They must be able to detect motion quickly, so they have keen vision.

Appearance
Hare runners have a fairly massive, but short torso set on long legs. Their build is slim and elegant, with bone structure and muscles showing through thin skin. The hind legs are significantly shorter than the forelimbs, thus causing the back to slope downwards. The eyes are small, while the sharply pointed ears are very large, broad and set high on the head.

Temperament
They are quite peaceful and not generally territorial, however, it isn’t recommended to keep them amongst more than seven animals, since this could cause anxiety and spikes of aggression and territorial marking behaviors.

Nook hunter


The Nook Hunter is a siqenqe breed with a background as a farm hound and hunting companion, mainly used to take care of vermin. Today's Nook Hunter is an intelligent and active small Siqenqe that is kept both for pest control and as a family pet.

Appearance
The Nook Hunter Siqenqe is a low-set, muscular, active, small- to medium-sized hunting Siqenqe. Ear carriage is erect, but can also be tipped, or button, all of which contribute to an intelligent, alert expression.

Temperament
Nook hunters tend to be both intelligent and stubborn, knowing how to get what they want when they want it. They are also considered good family pets because of their energy and compatibility with kids. They are playful and require much

The social sensitivity of Nook Hunters makes them very trainable and easier to live with for the average pet owner, but it also means that extensive socialization from an early age is critical. Proper socialization of a Nook Hunter cub includes exposing the animal to a wide variety of people and places, particularly during the first three months of life.

Like most active and intelligent breeds, Nook Hunters tend to be happier when they receive a great deal of mental stimulation and exercise. Nook Hunters are usually loyal to their owners and are very respectful, if they receive the proper amount of training at a young age.