Most of us have seen them – A dog that makes you want to run and jump in your mommy’s lap. What is it about scary dogs that make them so… well, scary? Their teeth? Behavior? Size? Sometimes, all three categories are scary, and even if you’re not afraid of dogs (raising hand), these breeds […]
These days, if you want to buy a dog it’s going to take more than just pocket change. Instead, think about the price of an incredible vacation or a good chunk of a car down payment. That’s more like it. But, of course, they’re well worth it. The most expensive dog breeds are just as […]
The United States Department of Defense (DOD) recruits U.S. military dogs from elite breeders around the globe and breeds about 13% of their canines in the DOD Military Working Dog Breeding Program, which they refer to as the Puppy Program. They only breed Belgian malinois because they are energetic, have a great sniffer, are easy […]
Let’s get one thing straight. This article isn’t one of “dog bashing” since dogs are one of my life’s necessities. But there are dogs that are more aggressive than others, and that’s what this information is all about. The definition of aggressive is “ready or likely to attack or confront,” and the most aggressive dog […]
Since the domestication of dogs, people have tried to train them to learn new tricks and jobs. When it comes to determining a dog’s intelligence, there are certain traits that humans tend to prioritize over others, such as the ability to learn quickly. While there’s been a lot of research into the matter — Professor […]
There are many different colored dogs in the world, but I really tend to have a soft spot for black dogs. As my kids would say, they’re my kryptonite! Ranger, my current pup, is a black lab, whereas my previous two dogs, Sasha and Bear, were a black lab/shepherd mix and black cocker spaniel, respectively. […]
Pit Bulls often wear many tags: American Pit Bull Terrier, American Bully, American Staffordshire Terrier, and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, to name a few. But one thing’s for certain – they’re breaking free from age-old misconceptions based on the horrifying pit bull attacks and solidifying their status as adored family pets, celebrated for their gentle […]
Is there anything better than a cute dog? (Besides a cute kitten.) The dogs we present to you need a blue ribbon for cuteness. There are poodles and papillons and border collies on this list, and you’ll find out what makes them cute on the inside, too. Whatever it is about humans that makes them […]
Have you ever met a pocket pitbull? They have all the charm, goofiness, sweetness, and adorableness of a regular-size pittie dog, but they are a smaller version, allowing you to scoop them up for smooches and cuddles. A pocket pitbull puppy’s parent breeds are an American pitbull terrier and a Patterdale terrier (or another smaller […]
In the spirit of love, acceptance, and humility, we present to you… ugly dogs. Through no fault of their own, they’ve been given a raw deal and must walk through life jealous of German shepherds. Hairless bodies, funky faces, and weird body shapes, we have them all. Sure, maybe they won’t be on the cover […]