With so many to types of dogs to choose from, we empathize with anyone who’s having a hard time choosing a dog breed. That’s why we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the characteristics of as many breeds as you can. Exclusive research of just a few breeds isn’t sufficient – especially when there’s a significant chance that you might find your perfect dog within a breed that you hadn’t even considered.  read more »

Terrier dogs are the canines originally bred to chase after and catch vermin. From rats to rabbits, terriers are experts at the job and their predatory nature passes on to each generation. This characteristic is why owners must be careful to leash them in new environments. They’re small, they’re feisty, and they’re fast! But that’s what makes them fun.  read more »

Within this group of dogs, you´ll find the typical family pet: friendly, tempered, and typically small. This article introduces the common companion dog and then it describes what you can expect from such an affable breed.  read more »

In our article about choosing a dog by activity level, we introduced a short list of dog breeds with high, moderate, and low activity lifestyles. Here’s a longer list of popular dog breeds and the activity level of each.  read more »

As we mentioned in our basic dog commands article, basic dog training commands aren’t just for tricks. They can be life savers when you or your dog encounters a dangerous situation. Your dog's ability to obey the sit or stay command for example, could prevent it from running out into a dangerous street or getting wrangled up in a dangerous fight with a strange aggressive dog. Obedience training also creates an amicable living environment. Here's a basic list of dog commands your dog need to learn - and learn now.  read more »

Have you ever been out walking your dog, and found yourself at a loss of words when someone asks, "Where in the world does that dog come from?" If so, you can use the following chart to locate the origin of your dog, and proudly state the birthplace of its breed.  read more »

Dog memorials help people cope with the loss of a very close and loyal friend. They’re a great way to pay homage to many years of faithful dedication and joyful entertainment. If you’re thinking of giving your pet a dog memorial, here are some wonderful ways to do so.  read more »

Of the four main places to find a dog (pet shop, adoption center or shelter, someone’s backyard, and breeders), this resource is one of the first places people look for purebreds. Dog breeders facilitate and monitor mating among specific dog breeds. The main goal of any professional breeder is to consistently regenerate explicit characteristics fit for professional showing or reproduction. As you can guess, professional breeders are the best resource for locating high quality and healthy dogs.  read more »

To help you find the healthiest purebred, this article describes what makes a good dog breeder. There’s little dispute after all, that the health of a dog is oftentimes dependent on its introduction to the world. Since breeders are responsible for how puppies are cared for, you’ll want to get yours from one that’s ethical, responsible, and caring. Here’s how to assess the situation.  read more »