The Rat Terrier is a spunky, dynamic, and playful little dog that makes a great family companion. It was only recognized by the AKC as an official breed in 2013. This relatively new dog breed is not quite popular or in-demand as yet; in fact, its popularity has even diminished in its home town of Manchester. Well, we certainly hope that will change Continue Reading
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Puli – The Hungarian Herding Dog with Dreadlocks
The first time you run into a Puli dog breed, you might think that a mop with four feet and a wet nose is running about! But make no mistake: these dogs are cool to watch, intelligent, friendly, loving, and adorable. The Hungarian dog breed is not much different than another Hungarian corded dog called the Komondor. Let us study everything you Continue Reading
Miniature Bull Terrier – A Happy Dog with a Quizzical Expression
The Miniature Bull Terrier is very much like his big brother - the Bull Terrier. Like most terriers, this bull-and-terrier breed was also developed in the UK, mainly to control the rat population. Although the Mini might not be as popular as its larger counterpart; it still has a fan following in many nations. Let us study the size, temperament, Continue Reading
Greyhound – All About the Elegant Racing Sighthound
Greyhounds belong to the category of dogs that hunt by sight. These dogs are all grouped under the term ‘sighthounds’. There are several types of Greyhounds and they come from different countries as well. Let us study this beautiful dog breed in detail. Fun facts about Greyhounds The ancestor of the Greyhound may be the first of the Continue Reading
Saarloos Wolfhound – Self-Willed Wolf-Dog from the Netherlands
The development of the Saarloos working wolf-dog can be credited to Dutch breeder Leendert Saarloos who crossed a German shepherd with a female European wolf obtained from the Rotterdam Zoo. The result was a domesticated and rather docile dog breed that certainly made for good household companions. However, Leendert Saarloos wanted more wolf-like Continue Reading
Schapendoes – The Shaggy Herding Dog from Holland
The Schapendoes or the Dutch Schapendoes is not just a pretty face; he is a reliable and extremely protective working dog that will guard his flock with his life. Also known as the Dutch Sheepdog, the Schapendoes is slowly gaining popularity in the United States thanks to their cheerful temperament and affectionate disposition. Let us study this Continue Reading
How to Setup a Puppy Confinement Area Indoors
Your dog must be at least 12 weeks old before you start confining him indoors. Before that, you can place your puppy, supervised, in a crate or a safe-room. When puppies are young, they have a lot of energy and they are extremely curious. Because of this, they tend to get in trouble and could even harm themselves. That is why your puppy training Continue Reading
Australian Kelpie – The Working Dog with Incredible Work Ethics and Skills
The Australian Kelpie was developed in the 1800s and is still prized today for its stamina and working ability in harsh conditions. Kelpies are medium-sized dogs that love to work. In this guide, we will study the characteristics of the breed in detail. Facts about the Australian Kelpie It is said that Australia was built on the ‘back of Continue Reading