The Aussie and Border Collie are similar in many ways. However, they are distinct breeds with unique characteristics. Examples of their dissimilarities are that they originate from different places, have different appearances, and vary in herding styles. Ancestry and Country of Origin Australian Shepherds’ ancestors lived in the Pyrenees Mountains at the border of France […]
Alaskan malamutes and Siberian huskies are beautiful, strong, and weatherproof arctic working dogs that have helped people survive in treacherously cold climates. They share some characteristics, but Mal dogs are larger “freighters” that carry heavy loads on sleds for long distances at a steady pace. Huskies are smaller sprinters who make quick trips with lighter […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
Research published by Nature indicates that the earliest dogs might have been domesticated 20,000 – 40,000 years ago. Fossil evidence shows that canines were domesticated approximately 14,000 years ago and are descendants of the gray wolf. Different researchers have declared a few different old breeds of dogs the oldest. Archeological digs produce new information from […]
Hound Dog Group Most hound dog breeds share the common ancestral trait of the love of hunting. Some have powerful senses of smell and follow trails. Others have lots of stamina and chase prey. Hound dogs are all different because the group contains many different breeds that vary in size, personality, long/short/medium coats, and much […]
What is a Service Dog? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a service dog as “a dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability.” Service dogs are trained to assist people with physical or mental disabilities to lead more independent lives. The difference between a service dog and an […]