I understand how troublesome it is to find the best dog food for small dogs because I have a pug. As pet parents, we naturally want our pets to have a complete and balanced diet. However, it’s tough to find one because there are so many brands and recipes claiming …
Puppies have a different nutritional need from adult canines, so you have to ensure that you give your little pup what it needs. If it’s your first time to care for a fur baby, you may find it a daunting task to search for the best dog food for puppies. …
Whether giant, standard, or miniature — we all recognize these guys instantly by their trademark beards. (Schnauzer = “whiskered snout”.) First records of the original standard Schnauzer come from Bavarian farms in the middle ages. They’re experts at flushing out rodents, herding, hunting, and guarding their territory. This intelligent breed …
Weighing in at less than seven pounds (usually) these doggies have been around since before the bible. Their charming playfulness, big dark eyes, and adorable button nose has made them irresistible for dog enthusiasts. The glamorous Maltese will truly surprise you — with that luxurious, silky coat, many think they’re …
Do you ever wonder why poodles are such an admired breed of dogs? For decades over, poodles held the title as the most popular dog in the United States and for a good reason. Despite their small form, they are a significantly loyal, engaged, and energetic dog breed, factors that …
Fondly nicknamed ‘the Aussie’ the popular Australian Shepherd dog is a particular medium-sized dog breed renowned for both its exceptional herding ability and unmatched intelligence. The adorable herder dogs are among the most outstandingly beautiful and popular dogs around! Besides their popularity as herder dogs, the Aussies are highly versatile, …
The Great Pyrenees is a giant, impressively strong dog bred to herd and shepherd flocks in the Pyrenees mountains that divide France and Spain. Spending their time warding off predators in the freezing mountains and tending their sheep on their own for hours on end makes for a pretty interesting …
If you’ve ever known a Golden Retriever, chances are you fell in love straight away. These dogs are among the friendliest breeds, and if you could read their minds, you’d see they’re eternal optimists. That, paired with their intelligence and trainability, is why they make great service and therapy dogs. …
German Shorthaired Pointers, or GSPs to those in the nose (Ha! Dog puns…), are always up for an adventure. Gorgeous, fun-loving, and intelligent are just a few adjectives we’ve heard enthusiasts use to describe this amazing breed. They’re probably best known for their superior hunting and tracking skills — hence …
Magnificent. Colossal. Giant slobber machines. There are many adjectives we could use to describe a Mastiff, but unless you’ve met one, you won’t get it. Most healthy males stand about 21/2 feet tall to the shoulder and can weigh up to 230 pounds when fully grown. Yeah. They’re big. With …
Often referred to as the Napoleon of dogs, the Chihuahua’s reputation is as big as their personalities! They usually don’t get heavier than 6 pounds, but if you don’t train a Chihuahua early on, they’ll end up ruling the whole house! There’s never a dull moment with a Chihuahua around, …
Everyone smiles when they see a Dachshund walking down the street! They are so recognizable, and yet some only know them by name as “weiner dogs”. Owners and enthusiasts call them Doxies, so a rose by any other name, right? A diverse breed, Doxies come in two sizes (standard and …
French Bulldogs can charm the socks off anyone they meet. Think bulldog but smaller — with bat ears. Love those ears. They’re good apartment dwellers — they don’t bark much, they don’t need a ton of exercise, and they’re very social! They LOVE to be with their humans, be it …
When we think about the Great Dane, images of a huge, dopey, loveable oaf enter our minds. This isn’t necessarily inaccurate, they can be goofy and playful. But anyone who’s been around the breed or has seen them in action at a dog show knows they’re also quite regal and …
The Yorkshire Terrier, or “Yorkies” as they’re lovingly referred to by enthusiasts, is a toy-size terrier. If you’ve ever watched a dog show, you’ll remember them for their gorgeous, floor-length silky coat. Weighing no more than 7 pounds, this doggie is known as the “tomboy toy” because of its confidence, …