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Poodles come in three sizes – Miniature, Toy and Standard. Even though their size differs, their chances of getting certain medical conditions are the same. Responsible breeders screen their stock for genetic diseases but not all poodle breeders bother to do this. Compared to other breeds like the West Highland…
Built with a scarce amount of sweet glands, our canine companions are not manufactured to release heat as quickly as we can; instead, they are built to conserve it. It is this conservation feature that helps keep them warm when the weather changes; however, in the wrong environment their inability…
One hybrid dog breed that is becoming more popular is the Aussiedoodle, also known as the Aussiepoo. As the name suggests, these are crosses between an Australian shepherd and a poodle. Both of these breeds are known for their intelligence. However, owners still have to go through housetraining. Start Out…
The cocker spaniel has been one of the most popular breeds of pet dog on both sides of the Atlantic for over 100 years. Unfortunately, that popularity lead to very unscrupulous breeding practices which has resulted in some very unhealthy dogs. Although modern breeders try to remove any unhealthy animals…
When you think of a toy poodle, you often think of a cute little purse-sized pooch with the pop-poms on its head. Toy poodles are a smaller version of the standard poodle. These fluffy pooches make good companions because they are intelligent, adaptable and ideal for cramped living spaces. While…
Despite the term “chrysanthemum dog” which is an American mistranslation for this dog breed’s cute looks, Shih Tzu in Mandarin Chinese directly translates to “lion.” The breed folklore contends that associating to stories of Buddhist mythology, Tibetan lamas bred the Shih Tzu as miniature lion replica. The Americanized name derives…
The Silky Terrier dog is a small breed with a lot to offer. He does not stand far off the ground at an average of ten inches from the shoulder, but gets high marks in agility, adaptability and aptitude. The average weight is only about ten pounds too, adding to…
Thanks to Edwin Landseer, the world envisions a Saint Bernard with a miniature keg of brandy around its neck, off to rescue a lost, weary traveler. The painting he did in 1819 while visiting Switzerland stereotyped the dog breed endeared it with the public and was even somewhat true; certainly…
The Samoyed dog breed is a strong but gentle and outgoing, lovable dog that loves others, including people and even cats. Well, the cats and other household pets statement is best backed up when the Samoyed is raised with other pets, but they are a very affectionate animal that is adaptable to…
The history and origins of the West Highland White Terrier begin when Colonel Edward Donald Malcolm of Scotland, sadly lost one of his reddish colored dogs to a hunting accident, shot when it was mistaken for a fox. Legend tells that Malcolm decided right then and there to breed white…
Saint Bernards are very good dogs to adopt as long as you know what you’re getting into – and are prepared for it. Saint Bernards do not make good guard dogs, but can be territorial and develop a bad temperament if not socialized early. It’s strongly recommended to socialize them….
When it comes to choosing a dog breed, you want one that will fit in well with your personal tastes and desires. Though the king schnauzer is not a pure bred dog (it is a mix between a schnauzer and a King Charles Spaniel), it has many attractive characteristics that…
