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Perhaps due to their fierce loyalty to their masters dogs are referred to as man’s best friend. As dogs have been tamed around 15,000 years ago, it makes the dog an ideal pet. There are numerous breeds of dogs such the Terrier and the Mastiff for example in addition to dog types. These two terms should not be used interchangeably as dog type means to classify the animals by the function it performs. Breeding dogs is the practice of allowing Continue reading here

Homing a new Greyhound or Lurcher: Greyhounds and Lurchers have proven to be delightful, sensitive dogs who like nothing more than plenty of hugs and a comfortable down comforter to sleep on. They are loyal to their owners and love treats like a gentle twenty minute walk two times each day. Exercise is necessary for greyhounds and these dogs should be offered room to run and also play. Decent owners will probably also help the overall health Continue reading here

Dog breeding is not a relatively easy job. The traits of the puppies are decided by nature when dogs reproduce naturally without any human interference. Thus, in order to safeguard or create a certain characteristic or trait, selected specimens are allowed to mate. The dog breeder need to have a comprehensive knowledge about certain attributes of the dogs in order to successfully breed dogs. Thus, there are certain places where dog breed Continue reading here

You may have heard some bad things about the Miniature Pinscher and if you didn’t know any better, you may have even believed them. Perhaps you were told that the dog barks too much and is bad with children. Maybe you heard they are too hyper. It’s possible you were even told they are miniature Dobermans. None of that is completely true. Read the rest of this entry »

Most avid hunters will one day decide to buy a hunting dog to pursue and bring back prey on the hunt. Deciding on the correct dog for you–and then finding that dog–can be complex. A good hunting dog will be much more than just a dog that can help retrieve game; he will be a buddy and a partner. Many hunters form a relationship with their hunting dog that ends only with the death of one or the other. To find a good hunting dog, Continue reading here

There are many unique breeds that make outstanding hunting dogs, but not all are classified exclusively as hunting dogs. For example: hounds hunt small prey such as jackrabbits, raccoons, and other animals that make their homes in thickets and underbrush. Not each and every hound hunts exclusively with scent, as some use their well-developed eyesight too (sight hounds). Gun dogs are one of the most familiar categories of hunting dog. Keep Continue reading here

You would probably never expect that a small dog would make an excellent herder if it stands low on the ground and with a fragile-looking body. However, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi can dismiss these thoughts and prove, by using its mere strength and unusual height, that a small dog can be amongst the best herder of dog breeds. Those who own and have encountered the Corgi can testify to this amazing fact. Tagged as the smallest dog of the herding Continue reading here