A single gene causes short legs, and 40+ breeds (not just Dachshund, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, and Basset hound) carry it. For example, the Shih Tzu, Chihuahua, and Yorkshire Terrier often carry the trait. But most people don’t consider such breeds when they think “short legs.” Besides ...
A lot of research points to the positive health benefits for dog ownership for seniors, and many breeds may be well-suited to a quieter life with moderate exercise. But if you often have grandkids or other young children visiting or staying with you, be sure to look for an adaptable breed...
What Size Crate Should You Get For A Puppy? Dog Crate Sizes Chart for All Popular Breeds What Types Of Dog Crate Can You Buy? So Which Type of Crate Is Best? Conclusion If you’re not sure what size dog crate to buy for your dog, you’ve come to the right place. This ultimate ...
Categories Dog BreedsHuskies are beautiful, spirited dogs that undeniably make wonderful companions. While they tend to be a little mischievous, they’re always living life to the fullest. But with their furry coats and insatiable energy levels, you may be wondering what these dogs were bred to...
Like many small breeds, Bolognese is prone to developing small dog syndrome, due to their small size and how their owners treat them because of it. Therefore, it’s important to treat your small dog as if he were the biggest dog in the world, or otherwise, you will have a small dog ...
Your dog needs to sit up straight without banging their head on the ceiling, be able to turn around with ease and lay down on their side with their paws stretched out without being cramped. Possibly the biggest mistake people make when buying a crate is to buy one too large, thinking the...
While all dogs are trainable with the right methods and patience, you can make the job easier by choosing a breed that is highly trainable, rather than the naturally rebellious sort or the loveable but slow-witted. Here is our list of the 10 most trainable dog breeds and what exactly make...
This is a picture of my fur nephew, whose actual name is Max. I like to call him Maximus or Maxi-poo. shepherd dog Anna Dudkova via Unsplash 5. Cooper corgi dog Fatty Corgi via Unsplash 6. Teddy chihuahua/terrier mix Ashley Bush ...
“canine assisted therapy” that I think is too often overlooked. She is remarkably social for a mill dog, but she could be overwhelmed by a crowd of noisy people. As Kris Butler says inTherapy Dogs Today, “… each and every handler makes up fifty percent of the team but carries on...
While it is often subjective to determine the easiest dog breed to own, some dog breeds are better for newbies than others. 1. Papillon A white and brown Papillon dog looking up One of the most popular lap dogs globally, the tinyPapillonis a hardy dog suited for people with active lifesty...