We recently conducted a poll of 3,000 Americans to find out their preferred breed if given the opportunity to vote for an official state dog. The poll results revealed some fascinating insights, illustrated below. The results … Read more
Key Takeaways Beagle-owners like me may need to take extra precautions to secure the fence and prevent these escape artists from escaping. Beagles are known for their strong sense of smell and curious nature, which … Read more
Key Takeaways Teacup dog breeds have become popular in the 21st-century mainly for their size and for the hypoallergenic traits of some of them. The most popular teacup dogs that don’t shed are Chihuahua, Poodles, Yorkshire … Read more
Key Takeaways In times past, hunters found a hunting companion dog invaluable. The most popular small hunting dog breeds include the Beagle, French Brittany, American Water Spaniel, Brittany Spaniel, and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. … Read more
Key Takeaways The nanny dog myth is one that originated from the claims of many pit bull owners that pits were referred to by that name in the 19th to early 20th centuries. This, however, … Read more
Key Takeaways Dogs are typically known as man’s best friend, but unfortunately, some breeds have been genetically manipulated to serve our desires, and not always to their best interest. Some breeds were developed specifically for … Read more
Key Takeaways What is a sable dog? The term “sable” does not refer to a particular breed of dog; rather, it refers to a coat pattern and color. The most popular sable dog breeds are … Read more
Key Takeaways The Great Dane Mastiff mix, called the the Daniff, is a large mixed breed that is affectionate, protective and intelligent. The idea of hybrid breeds of dogs, mix-breed dogs that come from two … Read more
Key Takeaways On average, a Labrador Retriever will have a lifespan of about 12 to 12 1/2 years. Recent studies have suggested the yellow and black Labs will live longer than chocolate Labradors, which only … Read more
Key Takeaways If you’re looking for a brown and white dog breed, there are many options available, including the Jack Russel Terrier, Brittany Spaniel, American Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, Pointer, Boxer, and more. Each dog breed … Read more
Key Takeaways If your dog is expecting puppies soon, you’re probably wondering how many puppies she would have. Generally, litter size can range from 1 to 12 puppies, but the average is 5 to 6 … Read more
Key Takeaways If you take a close look, you may notice a thin membrane between each of your dog’s toes. While it may look odd at first, dogs with webbed feet — or more accurately, … Read more