Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

Boxer Dog Breed: The History, Caring of, and Personality of the Boxer

Canaan Dog Breed: From Pariah Wild Dog to Israeli Army to America

The Golden Retriever: These Happy Dogs Are a Great Addition to Any Family

Australian Shepherds as Pets: Bright, Energetic Aussie Breed is a Great Dog for Active Families

Dog Breeds Evolved After Domestication: Both the Domestication of Dogs and Genetic Studies Benefit Humans

Is The Rottweiler the Right Breed For You? Rottweilers Make Intelligent and Courageous Companions

Newfoundland Breed Profile: Gentle Giant, Water Rescue Dog and Family Pet

Pros and Cons of the German Shepherd Dog: Significant Characteristics of This Popular Breed

Things to Know Before Rescuing a Pit Bull: Separate Fact from Fiction When Choosing this Breed

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

August 23, 2019

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels During the sixteenth, seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, often referred to as Cavaliers, were beloved companion dogs, primarily for the British aristocracy. Named after Charles II of England, who was said to have several of these small dogs, the Cavalier lost its popularity during the 19th century. Cavaliers […]

Boxer Dog Breed: The History, Caring of, and Personality of the Boxer

April 1, 2019

The boxer is a medium-size dog that stands 21 - 25 inches and weighs 50 - 80 pounds. Strong and athletic, the boxer is a very playful breed of dog with good watchdog capabilities. For the most part, a boxer does better as the only dog as it can tend to be aggressive towards other […]

Canaan Dog Breed: From Pariah Wild Dog to Israeli Army to America

March 30, 2019

Canaan dogs are not a well known breed in America. Originating in the Middle East the dogs once used by Bedouins to guard their camps can make great companions. History Drs. Rudolph and Rudolphina Menzel first bred Canaan dogs from the Pariah dogs that roamed the wild areas of Palestine. The Israeli army asked the […]

The Golden Retriever: These Happy Dogs Are a Great Addition to Any Family

March 27, 2019

These Happy Dogs Are a Great Addition to Any Family The golden retriever is a gorgeous, stocky built dog with a great personality. One of the most common family pets in the United States, they are known for their beautiful water resisting coat, which can range from a very light beige to dark gold. Originating […]

Australian Shepherds as Pets: Bright, Energetic Aussie Breed is a Great Dog for Active Families

March 5, 2019

The Aussie Shepherd did not originate in Australia. It is an American breed first used by Basque shepherds from Australia, mainly in the Western states. Their intelligence and cooperative nature make them fun to have but also challenging. If no one in the family will become the leader, an Aussie will be happy to fill […]

Dog Breeds Evolved After Domestication: Both the Domestication of Dogs and Genetic Studies Benefit Humans

March 3, 2019

Dogs are descended from wolves, but in the process of domestication their look and behaviour have been modified, and so have their genes. Dogs Descended From Wolves Some wolves had become dogs at least 15,000 years ago, but exactly how this domestication came about is not clear. • Maybe early human hunters actively captured and […]

Is The Rottweiler the Right Breed For You? Rottweilers Make Intelligent and Courageous Companions

February 18, 2019

If you’re interested in a dog for security or obedience training, the Rottweiler may be the right breed for you. With a firm hand and the right guidance, your dog will adapt quickly to training and accept you as his authority. It’s important to get your puppy into puppy school or socialization classes from about […]

Newfoundland Breed Profile: Gentle Giant, Water Rescue Dog and Family Pet

January 12, 2019

The Newfie is one of the sweetest and largest dog breeds in the world. Find out if a Newf is right for you and your home. History Nobody is sure of the Newfie’s exact origin, but the English first discovered this dog breed while exploring the Canadian island of Newfoundland in the 1700s. Some were […]

Pros and Cons of the German Shepherd Dog: Significant Characteristics of This Popular Breed

January 11, 2019

If you are considering a German Shepherd Dog (GSD) there are a few pros and cons to examine. These relate to the strong characteristics of the breed. It will depend on you and your personal circumstances whether each feature is to be considered positive or negative. Correctly bred, raised and handled the GSD is a […]

Things to Know Before Rescuing a Pit Bull: Separate Fact from Fiction When Choosing this Breed

January 6, 2019

As unacceptable as his behavior was, Michael Vick's recent conviction for dog fighting did much to bring the plight of the Pit Bull to the forefront. Pit Bulls earned their bad reputation partially because of bad press and partially because of why and how the dogs were bred. The combination of the breed's aggressive nature […]

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