Dachshund
The Dachshund was developed in Germany and used to hunt badger and fox since the 16th century. The name means ‘badger dog’ in German and if ever a dog deserved to be designated as a terrier, it was the Dachshund since it was used to go to ground (dig) after the badger. But when Queen Victoria’s consort Prince Albert introduced the breed to Britain, Hund was translated to mean ‘hound’ and the breed has been classified as a hound ever since. Tenacious and keen-nosed, Dachshunds work in packs and are strong and fearless when sent underground to rout out the ferocious badger. Read more
Different dog breeds - Breeds of Dog
Many people choose a specific different dog breeds because they like the physical characteristics of that particular type of dog. Obviously a person who likes size and strength of a German Shepherd will not really be inclined to adopt a small Chihuahua or any other type of lap dog. In the same fashion, a woman who wants a simple companion to take care of and even go on flights with her across the country would not choose a German shepherd or any other dog breed that is generally rather large. Remember that each dog breed is different. Some dog breeds require lots of time that you will have to dedicate to groom and to exercise. Some dog breeds require little or no exercise but other dog breeds may require a walk three times every day. Please make sure you are making the right decision when you choose which dog breed is right for you. Read more
List of dog breeds - Best dog breeds
Best dog breeds helps you find which breeds are best for you. This involves answering a bunch of questions about your ideal dog. The questionnaire asks what your ideal value is for each trait — for example, you want a dog that’s very playful and doesn’t need a lot of exercise — and how important each trait is to you — for example, it’s very important to have a dog that’s good with children, but you don’t really care if it sheds or not. Read more
American Kennel Club (AKC) dog breeds
American kennel club (AKC) Dog Breeds
Dog breeds are groups of closely related and visibly similar domestic dogs with characteristic traits that are selected and maintained by humans, bred from a known foundation stock. Read more
Care of Dogs
Your Dogs Temperament
Your dogs temperament should match yours. Don’t choose a breed that is highly energetic if you’re a couch potato. On the other hand, if you want a dog that will follow you everywhere around the house and who is always ready for a game of fetch or tug of war then you should consider a dog that is highly active and always has a lot of energy, instead of one of the lethargic breeds. Read more
Rare Dog Breeds – Know the Facts
Most of the rare dog breeds in the world have come about as people have bred dogs to suit a certain job or place in the world. For example, hunting dogs used by Eskimos would be bred to have white fur to camouflage themselves, and as such these dogs would be bred in small numbers. Another way this could come about if the breeds were exclusive.
Thai Ridgeback -This breed was introduced into the United States back in 1994, and has been seeing a rise in awareness and popularity ever since. This wrinkly-faced, Asian dog is identified by the ridge of hair growing against the lay of the coat along the spine, a characteristic shared with the Rhodesian ridgeback. They are a strong-willed and powerful breed, and are still used in their native home as livestock guardians and protection dogs. Read more
Buying a Dog?
Don’t do it over the net without getting reference, proof of the breeders bona fides and use a escrow agent. If it sounds like a deal to good to be true(I just want to sell my champion Boxer for $300 as I am going overseas, yes I can ship him anywhere in the world for $200) then it probably IS too good to be true. Don’t prepay for a puppy, without seeing it if you intend to enter your dog in dog shows. Read more
Various Dog Breeds
Dogs have been selectively bred for thousands of years, sometimes by inbreeding dogs from the same ancestral lines, sometimes by mixing dogs from very different lines. The process continues today, resulting in a tremendous variety of dog breeds. Dogs are the only animal with such a wide variation of breeds, it is unknown why their genetics differ so dramatically compared to the majority of animals. Read more
Dog Breeds Selection
There is no other species of animal which comes in such an array of shapes, sizes and personalities as the dog. We have included information on 100 breeds, ranging from the world’s smallest breed (the Chihuahua) to the tallest (the Irish Wolfhound). Whatever breed of dog you own, purebred or crossbred, it can truly be your best friend. Read more
Types of Dog Breeds
Good dog breeders are usually dedicated enthusiasts of a particular breed, their only aim in producing a litter being to improve and better their breed in terms of temperament, health and conformation. This is achieved by selecting only the best, most suitable male (stud dog) to mate with the most suitable female of that particular breed. However, it’s not as simple as it may sound and all breeders are not equal. Buying a pup from an unethical breeder can end in tears, so please read on to discover more about the often murky world of dog breeders. Read more
