There are many factors you should consider carefully when choosing a teacup dog, as it can be difficult to know which breeders you can trust and which ones are selling unhealthy puppies. Many teacup dogs are actually undersized variations of several toy dog breeds. These puppies are often premature, and they are susceptible to many health…
Recent statistics show that approximately 15% of people have allergies to pets, and dog allergies are among the most common. People who have these allergies generally have bad reactions to either the dog’s saliva or dander from the skin; the allergy is rarely from the dog’s fur. Though there is not one single breed of dog known to be…
In dog shows, you will see dogs displayed in dog groups. Dogs tend to be grouped together by similarities in behavior, or some common features. Dog groups are not necessarily always correct and are, rather, human attempts to group dogs together by commonalities. Yet some dogs, like terriers for instance, are grouped as terriers, but…
There are three types of dogs that have long, corded fur which resembles dreadlocks. The Puli, Komondor, and Bergamasco shepherd all have this mop-like appearance. Their high maintenance cording requires special care to keep from becoming matted and smelly. These dogs do not shed, so they are good for those with allergies. The Puli is probably the most…
When people talk about endangered dogs, they are typically referring to endangered dog breeds, but this concept is itself problematic because dog breeds are often human constructions. The endangerment of dogs of a specific appearance does not imply a loss of the potential for dogs that look that way to exist in the way that…
There are a number of factors that make different dogs appealing to different people. One of those factors, which can be very important to some people, is how smart the animals are. When this is the case, people generally focus on the most intelligent dog breeds, which include Australian cattle dogs, Rottweilers, and Doberman pinschers….
Although cats are currently more numerous in households than dogs, dogs are still man’s best friend. Mixed breeds and mutts are popular, but full bred dogs are more in demand, with Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers topping the list. Retrievers are breeds with easy going, friendly temperaments and are gentle with children. Their large size might give…
German Shepherds are athletic, energetic animals that can be a good choice of pet for people prepared to invest the time and effort involved in training and looking after them. They are very popular dogs because of their personalities; among their positive qualities are intelligence, protectiveness, and loyalty. Without the correct care and training, however,…
The French Bulldog is a breed licensed by the American Kennel Club (AKC) as a non-sporting breed. Descended from English Bulldogs, the “Frenchies” were brought to France in the 19th century by English lace makers working in Normandy, France. These Englishmen prized the smaller bulldogs for their companionship more than the fighting skills of the bigger…
A gun dog is a dog which has been trained to assist hunters. There are several different types of gun dog, trained to perform a variety of tasks ranging from flushing out game to fetching downed birds. A high-quality fully trained gun dog can be very expensive, reflecting the work which went into the training…