There are so many things to consider when you decide on adopting a dog. Big or small? Energetic or Docile? Fully Grown or Puppy? Do you really want a dog or do you just like the idea of having a dog? Keeping a few things in mind and just a little bit of research will lead you to the best possible candidate.
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Breed Highlight: Golden Retriever
For several decades, the Golden Retriever has been one of the world’s most popular dog breeds. Originating in the Scottish Highlands in the late 1800s, a man named Lord Tweedmouth was in search for a superior retrieving dog that would be well suited to the Scottish climate and rough terrain.
The Little Lion Dog with a Funny Name
The Shih Tzu , pronounced “sheet zoo”, is a breed from Tibet. The very ancient breed with long silky fur originated in China. The dog may also be called the Tibetan Lion Dog.
Breed Highlight: Border Collie
The breed that I have chosen to talk about today is one that is very near and dear to my heart…the Border Collie! Now, I haven’t always been a fan of the breed, until I met Zoey, a 3 year-old Border Collie mix, who quickly went from a temporary foster dog to a full time member of our family. (more…)
The Amazing Labradoodle
The Labradoodle is not just another “designer dog”. It is a relatively new breed. These dogs were first bred in 1988 by Wally Cocran, a member of The Royal Guide Dogs in Victoria, Australia. (more…)
Jack Russell Terriers
Jack Russells are tough little dogs that usually grow 10″ to 15″ tall. They are predominantly white in coloration with black and/or tan markings and they have either a smooth or a rough coat. The Jack Russell Terrier (JRT) is primarily a working terrier with its origins in red fox hunting, so the working Jack Russell must be small enough to pursue them.
Designer Dog or Mix Breed Dog: Will the real one step forward?
There is a new dog in town, “The Designer Dog”. These dogs are a cross between two pure bred dogs. Some people say they are very different from a mixed breed dog. (more…)
Food for the gods: The Mighty Chihuahua
By Joe Perez
The AKC general standard appearance describes Chihuahuas as graceful, alert, swift moving little dogs with a saucy expression, and terrier-like qualities of temperament.
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