Purebred dogs are bred for specific roles, and every kind of dog possesses associated personality traits that equip the dog to perform her role effectively. However, some of the most lovable mutts on the planet have a hodgepodge of fabulous personality traits passed down to them from their diver...
1. Dalmatian The Dalmatian got its name from the Croatian coastal region of Dalmatia. This flashy, black and white speckled dog was already popular in the 1800s when they walked alongside carriages to protect their owner and horses from animals and other threats. When they reach adulthood, the...
As a working dog, the Dalmatian needs exercise and stimulation to keep them out of trouble. Don't let that stop you from adopting one of these dogs because not only are they known as one of the most friendly dog breeds, but their beauty and love of children are worth it. ...
That designation was to the Pyrenees what Disney's “101 Dalmatians” has been to the Dalmatian … an endorsement that generated considerable demand for that particular breed of dog. Eventually that demand was not confined to French nobility in the 19th century, England's Queen Victoria had a ...
of the study were published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One asR-locus for roaned coat is associated with a tandem duplication in an intronic region of USH2A in dogs and also contributes to Dalmatian spotting.Testing for this genetic trait is only available through Embark’s dog ...
A bit misnamed, Labs actually come from Newfoundland—off the northeastern coast of Canada—not Labrador, according to theLabrador Retriever Club. Descended from St. John's water dogs, Labradors are a traditional waterdog used to retrieve ducks and keep fishermen company. At the end of the wo...
Data from standardized, breed specific hunting ability tests for German Hunting Terrier (GHT), a versatile small hunting dog breed, was available for the present investigation. The data covered records from performance tests of the past twenty years and pedigree data that traced back to breed ...
The Boweimar is a designer dog that results from crossing a Boxer with a Weimaraner. Since this mix is not yet registered with the American Kennel Club, there isn’t a lot of consistency among Boweimars so far, but there are a few things we can say for sure by studying their parents....
Discover how breeds influence dog personalities and learn which traits you'll likely find in each of the seven main dog breeds.