Originally published on March 30, 2023, this article has been updated on June 1, 2024 to reflect the latest research and statistics. Our editorial team has ensured you’re viewing the most current data on this topic. Need help or have a question? Email us. You may not have woken up this morning and thought, “How […]
So you’d like to have a “pocket dog?” A “micro” dog? A “teacup” dog? Yorkshire terriers are the perfect breed to choose from if your German Shepherd can’t fit in your purse. Now, you’ll just need to decide exactly which Yorkie is the breed for you. There are seven types of Yorkies: All seven types […]
“Cuties” was the first thing I thought of when I started writing this guide. These two breeds are so adorable, you may want to replace your kids with them. We’ll get into Boston terrier vs. French bulldog differences and similarities, so you don’t have to. Spoiler alert: These two breeds are both family-oriented, so you’ll […]
The only thing I can say that stays small in my life would be my bank account. Usually, we want things bigger and better, but bigger doesn’t always mean better, especially with dogs that stay small. Are you looking for a dog who doesn’t take up a lot of space or knock things over with […]
Things you can do with your dog: Skating, biking, jogging, snuggling, and here we have the best dog breeds for hiking. Are you someone who looks at a mountain and thinks, “Now there’s something I need to conquer!” then take along your best friend, Clifford. He’ll think he won the lottery. Hiking is perfect for […]
In a world where negligence, access, and greed drive so many, cruelty thrives. And our oceans have been hit hard. As questions swirl in the minds of the big-hearted, we have to wonder, how many sharks are killed a year? It’s hard to fathom, but we lose up to 273 million sharks every year. It’s […]
Am I the only one who thinks that dogs with floppy ears seem more approachable? I adore dogs with straight ears, ears to the ground, and even bizarro ears, but there’s something about floppy ears that warms the heart. Have dogs with these adorable ears been given to them by the evolutionary process, or are […]
Wouldn’t it be weird to see a Dachshund with long legs? Or a basset hound? These dogs have reasons for being shorties, but there are dogs with long legs that have their reasons for having supermodel legs, too. It’s a body part that can even be in the anatomy of a small dog like a […]
What does Jimmy Durante have in common with an Afghan hound? They both have long noses. (And Jimmy Durante was probably funnier, but that’s beside the point.) Dogs with long snouts may be funny to look at, but the trait can also make them look sleek and sophisticated. Collies, Whippets, and Poodles have schnozzes so […]
If you’ve ever seen a dog with a beard, you know all they need is a pair of spectacles and a wand to look like they’re in a Harry Potter movie. Schnauzers are obvious examples of dogs with beards, but there are more. We have nine breeds to share with you who need to carry […]