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, …
Have you ever heard of the Blue Heelers? If so, you will be surprised to know that these adorable, ever active pups are also what we famously call the Australian Cattle Dogs. The Blue Heelers are expressly active delightful pups who are ready to run all day and who boast …
Someone once said, “A dog’s tail doesn’t lie.” Dog lovers know that’s true — it’s also a reliable indicator of a dog’s mood. Because of their happy-go-lucky nature, a Labrador Retriever’s tail is almost always wagging. (And possibly knocking everything off your coffee table, but they’re so lovable we let …
While Queen Victoria was vacationing in Italy in 1888, she fell in love with the charismatic Pomeranian breed. They became popular soon after, and the rest, as they say, is history… The average Pom weighs less than 7 pounds — but don’t tell them that! These feisty little dogs think …
It’s impossible not to fall in love with a Lab puppy. From brand new roly-poly little balls of cute with that new puppy smell to the older puppy stage when they’re all awkward, lanky legs, huge feet, and full of smooches happens so fast. (A lot like human pups.) The …
The Wire Haired Dachshund is a variety of the purebred Dachshund. Moreover, this coat type can either be a standard or miniature. Also, this coat type is less common, so you might not easily find one in pet stores. Nevertheless, this Dachshund variety is very lovable and it has all …
If you own a Dachshund or you are planning to get one, you are probably wondering about the Dachshund life span. Moreover, you might want to know how long your dog can keep you company. Besides, it might be very difficult to say goodbye to your beloved dog when the …