Dog Breeds

History of Chihuahuas  The Chihuahua is one of the small dog breeds that has been around since ancient times, as their Techichi ancestor appears on relics and sculptures from 300 BC. The first written record of the Chi Chi was a thousand years ago in Mexico, where the Toltecs loved their Techichi dogs — a […]

Dogs come in a wide variety of colors, but when one with a black-and-white coat crosses your path, it’s hard to look away. The striking combination tends to grab your eye and make you pay more attention. Fun fact: most of the dogs that I’ve owned have been black and white. Ranger lacks white, but […]

What is a Velcro dog A velcro dog is a pup who wants to be sitting on you or next to you each moment of every day. It’s flattering, but sometimes people need a little space and/or don’t want to trip over a pooch that’s perpetually underfoot. The truth is that WE are often the […]

Dog breeds come from all over the world and typically bear some traits of their home country. In addition to its wonderful food and culture, Mexico is also home to some interesting dog breeds. Many even date back thousands of years, giving them some rich history that breeders love to tell. It also attests to […]

Red is one of those colors that, when you notice it on a dog, it’s hard to look away. It’s such a burst of color that it draws your attention to the pup and its defining characteristics. There are many red dog breeds that hail from countries all over the world.  Like other coat colors, […]

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 […]

Dog lovers reside in two groups: those who adore big, powerful canines and others who cherish a pocketful of four-legged cuteness. People who appreciate all dog breeds understand the need for toy dog breeds and their larger cousins. A toy dog breed is a perfect match for pet lovers who want a companion dog but […]

There are cute dogs, wild dogs, scary dogs, and fast dogs, but how could we ever forget about the weird dog breeds?! Yep, those canines that make you scratch your head and think, ‘There goes the neighborhood.’ I’ve seen many a dog in my lifetime who did something to make me say, “That’s just weird.” […]

Historians say that Asian breeds date back 11,000 years, whereas European breeds’ history is only 200 years old. Asia, the world’s largest and most populated continent, is a continent of antiquity. Researchers actually discovered evidence that indicates that the domestication of dogs may have been in Asia around 33,000 years ago, before they migrated to […]

Advocating for particular small dog breeds is personal as the dog becomes an extension of our identity. Small dog breeds that make great pets from dozens of distinct and adorable breeds like the toy breed Yorkshire Terrier, suave Boston Terrier, and high energy breed Miniature Poodle have consistently ranked on the American Kennel Club’s popular […]