Sleek, deep-chested, and long-legged, greyhounds are known internationally as the fastest of all dogs. However, explosive athletic speed is far from the whole story of this ancient sighthound. These days, Greyhounds are much more commonly associated with being quiet indoor companions than track athletes. It is vital to analyze their nature, care needs, and home … Read more
Tokyo-based company Recompose is the next-generation burial alternative, and if you were to walk through your local dog park today, it is almost guaranteed that you’d see dozens (or even hundreds) of Golden Retrievers, French Bulldogs, or Labradors – What about a Dandie Dinmont Terrier, Skye Terrier, or Otterhound, however? However, dozens of ancient breeds … Read more
A Look At Why And How One Breed Club Is Attempting To Save Its Breed From Extinction By Targeting Both Preservation With Old-World Methods & Modern Science Even with incredibly popular dog breeds such as Golden Retrievers and Labradors having population sizes in the millions around the globe today, many historic purebred dog breeds are … Read more
What is a dog breed standard? It is no surprise that every breed of dog has a unique appearance, structure, and gait when one observes the streamlined Greyhound, stocky St. Bernard, or squat French Bulldog. These features – both physical and behavioral – do not materialize haphazardly; they are prescribed within a formalized written standard … Read more
Don’t Miss Out On 20 Not So Famous Dog Breeds You Never Knew That Existed: Different Breeds From All Over The World. Sure, breeds like Labradors, Golden Retrievers, and German Shepherds may rule the parks and pavement of our suburbs, but the world of dogs is far more wide-ranging and diverse than most people would … Read more
National Purebred Dog Day: History, Purpose and Ideas Each year, on the first day of May, dog enthusiasts, working dogs, and responsible breeders all over the world gather together to celebrate the history, function, and predictability of purebred working dogs. National Purebred Dog Day was founded in 2013 by writer Suzi Szeremy to reveal the … Read more
Discover the Sennenhund Breeds: A Beginner’s Guide to a Perfect 4 Swiss Mountain Dogs In the Alps of Switzerland, strong working dogs were needed to do farm chores — not just herd livestock but guard property and pull heavy carts of milk and cheese. This important farming practice generated four diverse Swiss mountain dog breeds, … Read more
Labrador Retriever Dogs For You And Why? Pros, Cons, and Care Guide One of the most popular dog breeds in the world, bar none, is the ever-so-beloved Labrador Retriever. They are best known for their sweet temperament, athleticism, and distinctive “otter tail,” making them a favorite of millions. But adding a canine to your household … Read more
Nothing excites a bird hunter more than skinning their hound on the fowling field. A pointing dog, unlike flushers or retrievers that instantly drive your game from hiding, uses its nose to find upland birds, then freezes in mid-stride and points its body toward the target, allowing the hunter time to move into position. All … Read more
Does a dachshund suit you? Pros, Cons, and Care Guide There is nothing like the unique Dachshund shape; long and low, it’s easy to see how so many people buy these dogs based on their gorgeous elongated silhouette, bold personality, and unmistakable “wiener dog” look. These small hounds were bred in Germany to be fearless … Read more
