Why an Old Dog Adopting an old dog can be much easier and more rewarding than buying a puppy. When looking for a new dog, most people will likely overlook an old dog in favor of a cute, cuddly, constantly moving puppy. There is nothing wrong with that. However, most people fail to appreciate that […]
The Belgian Shepherds A Belgian Shepherd (Belgian Malinois, Groenendael, Laekenois, and Tervuren) is either a separate dog breed or one of four variations of the same dog breed. It depends on where you live. The AKC places the Belgian Shepherds in the Herding Group. In the United States, the (AKC) considers the Belgian Malinois, Belgian […]
Why should you consider getting one of the best small dogs? The main reasons for getting the best small dog are that they are easier to control, are not a significant physical threat to humans and are cheaper to feed. You can easily restrain a 7-pound Yorkshire Terrier, and it is not a life-threatening situation […]
Are you ready to answer this question: “Daddy (or Mommy), can I get a puppy?” You might be inclined to reply: “Go ask Mommy (or Daddy) if you can get a puppy. Everyone has played on that mommy-daddy merry-go-round as a child and parent. One answer is: “Yes! Let’s go get a puppy right now.” Or, […]
The Detection Dog Has a Great Nose Dogs have an amazing sense of smell. The reason is biological. Dogs have 50 times more smell receptors in their nose, and their brain has an area that processes scents 40 times larger (as a percentage of their overall brain) than humans. With their powerful sense of smell, […]
Guard duty may have been the first and most crucial job dogs did for humans. A pre-historic man may have noticed that many other animals feared the wolf. So they may have domesticated wolves to act as guard dogs against predators such as the saber-tooth tiger. If you need protection, powerful guard dogs are available […]
Sighthounds Dogs classified as sighthounds evolved to spot game by sight and chase it down with great speed. Consequently, sighthounds have long legs and low body fat. They look streamlined and built for speed. These hounds need good vision and run very fast to succeed as hunters. Sighthounds are naturally skinny and may look malnourished […]
About Spaniels The word used most often to describe Spaniel’s temperament is happy. Who doesn’t want a happy dog? Spaniels are happy, affectionate, and easy-going dogs that make excellent family pets. They are intelligent, loyal, and enjoy being with their family and other family pets. Most spaniels shed require regular grooming and are not hypoallergenic […]
10 Foolproof Tips To Keep Your New Puppy From Running Away Bringing a new puppy into your home is like adding joy to the family. With that cute little bundle of fur and energy comes responsibility, though: it’s up to you to ensure they don’t wander off alone! To help keep your pup safe, here […]
The Foundation Stock Service The American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized 197 dog breeds as of February 2021. You might think that is more than enough. However, there are probably hundreds of dog breeds worldwide that the AKC does not recognize. The AKC provides a pathway for dog breeds to become recognized by maintaining the Foundation […]