“Why a Chihuahua and not a long-eared Spaniel or Dachshund?” Here’s your answer: I’m a fit blonde, standing at only 5 feet 3 inches tall, so it would be rather ridiculous seeing me wandering along Elm Lane with a big Rottweiler pulling me after him. I’m a minuscule fairy, so a Chihuahua is the best … Read more
For over fifty years, Scooby-Doo has been entertaining and amusing people with his exploits along with Shaggy and the gang as they tracked down bad guys. Like many cartoon dogs, he has inspired all kinds of kids to long to have a dog just like him. But what kind of dog is Scooby-Doo? What Kind … Read more
It sometimes seems like there’s a new dog breed being created every other day. Should a Great Dane Chihuahua Mix be one of them? As dog lovers around the world try to combine the best characteristics of two separate breeds into one package, an increasing range of adorable (and creatively named) crossbreeds are being developed. … Read more
The German Shepherd is one of the world’s most-loved dog breeds. It’s also one of the most recognizable, with a distinctive black-and-tan coat and noble bearing that helps this beautiful dog stand out from the crowd. But did you know that the German Shepherd actually comes in more than a dozen coat colors? That’s right, … Read more
Border Collies come in a wide range of colors, from lilac to gold, with patterns from black and tan to sable. However, something about the depth of colors in blue merle, especially when paired with blue eyes in the exceptionally intense stare of a Border Collie, really catches the eye. The colored parts of the … Read more
You probably know that your dog has a stronger jaw than you, but you may not have realized just how powerful a dog’s jaw really can be. Here’s what you need to know about how we measure jaw strength in dogs and which breeds have the strongest bite. Measuring dog bite strength If you want … Read more
Despite the fact that dogs and cats have a reputation for being mortal enemies, it’s entirely possible for a dog and a cat to coexist happily under the same roof. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. There are man dog breeds that don’t get along with cats, and will love nothing more than chasing and … Read more
The Beagle and the Labrador Retriever are two extremely popular dog breeds. They’re friendly, gorgeous and loved in countries all over the world. So it’s no real surprise that there’s a new crossbreed that’s experienced a surge in popularity in recent years: the Beagle Lab Mix. This people-loving breed makes a great family dog and … Read more
The Golden Retriever has long been one of the most popular breeds in the USA, and with good reason. This adorable canine blends a friendly, sweet-natured temperament with movie-star good looks, making it very easy to love a Golden. But the Golden Retriever also features in a wide range of popular crossbreeds. When breeders go … Read more
What do you get when you cross the beautiful and energetic Siberian Husky with the loving and loyal American Eskimo Dog? You get a Huskimo of course — a high-energy breed that thrives on human companionship. Huskimos are playful, affectionate and downright gorgeous, and they make wonderful pets when paired with committed owners. However, before … Read more