A talking dog or cat would be fun, but until someone figures that out, it’s easy to obtain talking pet birds! Imagine teaching your bird to speak. If you want a bird to serenade you with a song, there are quite a few singing birds as well. Listening to birds talk is fun. Some people […]
Everybody loves a Frenchie, but did you know that they come in at least 15 color variations? I had no idea there were so many types of Frenchies! The only colors that are recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) are brindle, brindle and white, cream, fawn, fawn and white, fawn brindle, white — but […]
Although Boxers are all the same breed, different types of Boxer pups exist. How Are Boxers Classified? Three countries breed them; so there are German Boxers, United Kingdom (UK) Boxers, and American Boxers. They can be fawn, brindle, or white. There are slight differences between those three types of Boxers. Also, some Boxer breeders crossed […]
We generally see the same dog breeds in our neighborhood when we drive somewhere, and so on. It’s surprising when you see a dog breed that’s unfamiliar on TV at the Westminster Dog Show or in real life. Canine breeds become rare when a working dog’s job is eliminated. For example, a pup who helped […]
What Are Extinct Dogs? There are over 350 dog breeds and 900 million dogs in the world. The extensive dog statistics reveal patterns and facts about dogs. Due to inbred purebred dogs having little genetic diversity, they are prone to health issues and chromosomal problems. Tragically, bad health or even premature death can result from interbreeding. Read on to […]
What Is a Double-Coated Dog? Double-coated dog breeds have a unique coat with two layers of insulation: a dense undercoat and a thick outer coat. They have adorable extra fluff to keep them toasty in cooler months, and the coat beneath allows increased airflow near the dog’s skin and prevents them from overheating in hot […]
What Is a Wolf Dog? A wolf-dog hybrid (or just hybrid) is a canine whose parents are a dog (Canis lupus familiaris) and a pure wolf (Canis lupus). Wolf-dog and wolf-dog hybrids aren’t the same. A wolf-dog refers to a domestic dog with somewhat recent wolf ancestry and genes. A hybrid is a domestic dog […]
Many Alaskan dog breeds are big, strong, and have thick coats to insulate them. Some are ancient breeds, and others haven’t been around as long. In ancient times and before modern technology, Alaskan dog breeds were integral to human survival. They transported supplies, helped people hunt, and some — like Samoyeds — slept on top […]
There are large dog people, and there are individuals who prefer a smaller pooch. Small pups are easy to carry and bring along, but there’s something magical about the large dog breeds, too. There’s more to love, and you always feel safe walking with a big doggo. It’s important to determine which is better for […]
A guard dog makes us feel secure and doubles as a beloved pet. I had a 120-pound Great Pyrenees and always felt safe with my big, beautiful girl. Canines have super olfactory and auditory senses, so they know before we do when someone approaches our home and family or is coming toward us outdoors. Your sweet companion […]