Getting to know your dog starts by getting to know its breed, and that includes getting a better idea about its appearance, personality, and health requirements. Here’s what you need to know about the Chihuahuas:
read full article…
Dog Breeds Category
Australian Shepherd is every bit as graceful as its more famous German variety. And like German Shepherd, these too, are bred as herd dogs, trained and nourished to take care of cattle. Also referred to as “Aussie”, they first appeared in Australia in the early 1800s and come in colors ranging from near black to blue merle. The original purpose of this breed was to serve as guardians for sheep and cattle herds, but it did not take very long for them to build a reputation for sharp intelligence and unfailing loyalty. read full article…
There are many breeds of large loveable dogs that make wonderful family pets. They are not well suited for small homes, apartment or condominiums, as they require more space to roam and exercise. A large home with a big backyard or country living is ideal. Large dogs are often very social and great with older children. These loveable monsters can knock over smaller children accidentally. read full article…
Collies were initially bred to herd sheep. The AKC classifies the Collie among the Herding Group. This breed is graceful and has plenty of endurance. They weigh between 55 to 80 pounds and stand from 22 to 26 inches tall. Whether brown or blue in color, their almond shaped eyes appear to gleam with intelligence. The prick ears of the Collie give it the appearance of always being alert. They can be smooth or rough coated. the rough coat of a Collie is fuller and longer than a smooth coated Collie. The Collie comes in white, sable, tricolor or blue merle colors. read full article…
The Yorkshire Terrier, (diminutive / nickname: Yorkie), is a breed of small dog, one of many toy dog breeds. Yorkies can be very small, usually weighing between 5 and 7 lb (2.5 to 3.5 kg). read full article…
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a breed of dog. It is Dutch in origin, but is regarded as a French breed because a major portion of the breed’s development took place in France.
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is particularly adapted for swampy country, where its harsh coat is excellent protection. read full article…
The Winston Olde English Bulldogges is a breed of dog.
Appearance
The average height is approximately 19 to 32 inches; the average weight, about 65 to 150 pounds.
read full article…
The Wilkinson Bulldog is a breed of dog.
Appearance
The breed is fit, healthy, and athletic. It weighs between 50 and 75 pounds, standing 17 to 19 inches at the withers, about the size of a small Boxer. It is larger than the standard Bulldog and more muscular though not as large as the American Bulldog. read full article…
The Whippet is a breed of dog, specifically a member of the sighthound family. They are active and playful and are physically similar to a small greyhound. Their popularity has led to the reuse of the Whippet name on a large number of things, from cars to cookies. read full article…
West Siberian Laika or Zapadno-Sibirskaia Laika is one of the four hunting Laika breeds established in Russia by the All-Union Cynological Congress of 1947 and registered by the Moscow Kennel Club. Although this breed bears a resemblance to the Siberian Husky it is considered a hunting breed rather than a sleddog. read full article…
- Next »