Introduction The Labrador Retriever belongs to the retriever hunting type family and happens to be the most loved breed. Popularly referred to as just Labs, many dog owners prefer the Labrador Retriever as the ideal pet due to their calm temperament, obedience and playful nature. They make great companions for children too due […]
Introduction The Boxer is one of the most loved breeds in the US and has consistently ranked among the top 10 ever since its introduction. Did you know that the unassuming Boxer has got the record for the longest tongue among canines? Find out more about the lovable breed here. The History […]
Introduction The French Bulldog or “Frenchie” has for a long time been a favorite companion dog for many families across the world. The popularity brought about by their friendliness, good temperament and easy adaptability, have made it one of the most desired breeds, evident among the growing number of celebrities and ordinary dog owners having […]
Introduction The Pit Bull Terrier commonly referred to as just Pit Bull, is a dog breed that is popular as a companion and family dog due to their undying passion, devotion, and loyalty. Other bull breeds include Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, and Bull Terrier. Pit Bull is, therefore, a generic term used […]
Determining what breed group a dog belongs seems so easy for some. However, they do not know that every club has its own criteria in categorizing a kennel. For example, a police dog in other place is categorized as a working group dog while in other place, it is grouped in utility type. There are […]
Introduction This article will focus on dog breed Vizsla. The Vizsla is also called the Hungarian Vizsla, Magyar Vizsla or Hungarian Pointer. This dog breed belongs under the FCI group 7 (Pointer group). By the time, you are done reading this article, you will be well informed on the characteristics and facts you probably […]
Introduction Dogs and pets, in general, provide us with the much-needed companionship, affection, and protection. The companion of a dog helps you avoid the feeling of loneliness and creates a bond that eases you from the day-to-day pressures of today’s life. We all need distractions from our busy and stressful lifestyles, and what a […]
When it comes to buying a dog, you select either a pure breed or a mixed breed. Pure breeds contain a unique genetic makeup, which can be reproduced consistently. Any dog resulting from parents of the same breed is a pure breed. The main benefits of choosing a pure breed are predictability and consistency. On […]
There are different factors that determine the lifespan of a dog. They include care, size, the breeding method, as well as spaying and neutering. On average, the life span of a dog is around 10 to 13 years. Introduction First of all, being a dog owner is one of those responsibilities that come […]
Ear infections are the most common problems affecting dogs. They might be due to allergies, bacteria, yeast or hair growth in the ear canal. Other common infections include worms, fleas, hot spots, vomiting, arthritis, obesity, and diarrhea. Some of the most common diseases that affect dogs include cancer, rabies, and diabetes.