If you want to adopt a dog, you might be looking at several options. You might even be considering either a Shih Tzu or a Chihuahua, both of which are cute and graceful family dogs. But what if we told you that you could have the best of both breeds? You can, and it’s called
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Dogs come in all shapes, sizes, traits and temperaments. The breed, or breeds, in your dog’s family tree affects all of those factors. This category has information on various breeds’ history, domestication tips to make their life easier, info on the breeds, and how to care for an aging dog. It also provides information on products to help make your dog’s life, and yours, healthier and happier.
Are you thinking about making a corgi beagle mix puppy, a beagi, the newest member of your family? If so, you’ll be delighted to learn that these incredible mixed-breed dogs are intelligent, friendly, and playful — they make great family pets. But it’s important to remember that no doggy is a perfect match for every
How long is the average lifespan of a dog? Well, it’s a commonly held belief that one of our human years is the equivalent of seven dog years, so quick math might tell you that your pup will be with you for around 10 to 12 years. But the truth is a bit more complicated
Have you ever wondered how dog shows judge contestants fairly and accurately? After all, dog breeds are so varied in size and appearance that comparing a bulldog to a miniature poodle seems rather foolhardy. According to their breed’s specialty, dog shows actually get around this by separating contestants into seven different categories. Here is a
New puppy? Congratulations! How exciting! If you have gone through puppyhood before and know the ins and outs of everything from house training to how to save your shoes, awesome! Rock on. But if you have never owned a puppy and have no idea where to start, you’ve come to the right place. Next to
Adopting a dog is a big decision. But deciding on which dog breed to get can be even harder; there are just so many different options it can be difficult even to know where to begin. There is no exact science to picking the right dog breed for your household, but here are a few
We all love our dogs, but we aren’t always as in tune with our furry friends’ wants and needs as we think we are. Believe it or not, certain dog breeds are naturally suited for specific climates. With summer approaching, here are some dog breeds that love warm weather. There are a lot of dog
Adopting a rescue dog can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Every dog deserves a home, and adopting a dog that’s already out of puppyhood can be an excellent choice for a companion since they don’t need constant monitoring the way a small puppy might. That said, adopting a dog without a complete medical history comes
Call it luck or cat-like reflexes, but Florida residents and police officers are calling a dog “Miracle” after she walked away from a scary situation. The dog’s owner tossed the German Shepherd over a second-story balcony at a Daytona Beach motel. The body cam video of the incident is alarming, but the newly dubbed Miracle
At only six months old, a puppy later named Kingsley already knew what it was like to feel scared, abandoned, and hurt. He was left extremely sick and tied up in a Florida park when Miami-Dade police officers found him and assumed he was dead. But despite how bad he looked, Kingsley proved to be
A rescue dog named Lucy has been putting Virginia Beach animal rescuers to the test for the past two years. This street savvy canine has managed to avoid all human contact and elude capture despite several attempts to bring her in. Lucy is fearful of strangers and nervous in most situations. In her mind, it
For years, neighbors in Reynoldsburg, Ohio have been worried about dozens of dogs living in what they repeatedly called “unhealthy conditions.” They’ve reported strong odors and countless incidents of dogs escaping from the yard, but nothing was done. When authorities recently arrived at the property for a death investigation, however, they realized the many complaints