Dog breeds

Silver Lab: Fault or a Rare Color?

The silver Lab has gained quite a reputation and popularity in recent years. Still, there is a lot of talk between breeders of these dogs and traditional black, yellow, and brown (chocolate) Labrador breeders. Some say that this color enriches the breed and adds additional appeal to the breed, while most believe that this color is a tragedy that struck the most popular dog breed in the world. The truth behind these dogs can be a bit controversial, but the fact remains that these dogs are rapidly growing in numbers all across the US. We can understand the appeal of a silver Lab and the level of attractiv...

Miniature Husky: Loving Family Designer Breed

Designer breeds are rapidly gaining popularity across the globe, and the Miniature Husky is one of those breeds. These adorable little dogs became famous thanks to the popularity of the Siberian Husky. A dog breed with wolf-like characteristics and sweet, tireless nature. Smaller designer breeds are being experimented with, and we have yet to see which will stand the test of time and which will end up as an unfortunate experiment done by irresponsible breeders. We will surely keep a close eye on the development of the Miniature Husky. We are absolutely in love with the “standard” Siberian Husky, so, nat...

Most Popular Dog Breeds in the US (2020)

Dogs are the most popular species kept as pets, and the bond between humans and these fantastic creatures goes back nearly 30.000 years. We have carefully bred dogs so that all living breeds have specific purposes. Dogs can hunt, protect, alarm, keep our farms and stables vermin free, or just to keep us company; they have played different roles throughout many centuries. As a result, people started carefully breeding specific dog breeds to make ideal family pets. Particular breeds have exactly the characteristics we want in pets, and because of those characteristics, these 15 breeds became the most popu...

Great Dane: Fun Facts About the Apollo Dog Breed

Great Danes are one of the most impressive breeds in the world, certainly a unique one. Many thoughts run through our minds when we encounter them, but thinking about the Great Danes’ fun facts is rarely any of them. If you are anything like us, you will research a breed you are interested in, and we can certainly understand how this breed piqued your interest. There is a lot more to these dogs than what meets the eye, and here is a list of seven fun facts about Great Danes. 1. Tallest dog in the world The canine kingdom is a versatile universe where members come in different sizes, shapes, and colors....

Alaskan Klee Kai: Rare Nordic Designer Breed

The Alaskan Klee Kai is a relatively young dog breed that belongs to the Spitz family of dog breeds. This lovely little breed is not yet recognized by major cynology associations like the American Kennel Club or the Fédération Cynologique Internationale. Still, it has a strong base of supporters and breed lovers working for their benefit and recognition. The Alaskan Klee Kai is similar to the Siberian Husky, who is their direct ancestor. The breeder that created the Klee Kai was a Husky lover but wanted a companion breed that won’t have a working pedigree and was more suited for a family pet. If you are...

Belgian Malinois: Fun Facts About the Favorite K-9 Dog

The Belgian Malinois is one of the four Belgian Sheepdogs from different parts of the same country. This is a breed known for their working ability and obedience, and most of all, their intelligence. If you are thinking about getting one of these dogs, be prepared to get a puppy with insane amounts of energy. This is not a breed that will wait patiently or just chill at home; they are one of the most active dogs that will demand your time and dedication. By getting a Malinois, you will get an extremely trainable dog capable of performing various jobs and tasks, and it is entirely up to you to help your...

Tamaskan Dog Fun Facts

If you are the type of person that likes small companion dogs, then the Tamaskan dog is definitely not for you. However, if you are a person that loves dogs with a wolf-like appearance, you will be very interested in the Tamaskan. Don’t let their look fool you. They are not actually wolves; they are selectively bred dogs created to make a breed appear more wolf-like. This is a designer breed, but not what you might expect when you hear that term. People mostly think about small dogs like the Cavapoo or the Pomski when they hear the term “designer breed.” Not often do we think about dogs that were select...

10 Friendliest Dog Breeds

Having a dog with the friendliest possible character is a dream most dog owners have. If you ever thought about getting a dog, you know how important a dog’s temperament is. You don’t want to end up with a dog who cannot follow you anywhere because they might misbehave or bite someone. Luckily, you can influence any dog’s character; the only thing you need to do is put in time and effort. Many things define their temperament, and some of the biggest influences on the development of your dog’s character are training and socialization. Even though a dog is genetically predisposed to a specific behavior, t...

7 Best Mini Australian Shepherd Fun Facts

The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a relatively new recognized member in the AKC breed registry, and it is certainly a breed with loads of advantages and appeals. However, they are registered by a different name, although it is the same breed. The lovely Mini Australian Shepherd is a compact breed with strong herding instincts, making them great workers and easily managed at home due to their smaller size. This is a breed that became very popular since its beginnings, and we bring you a list of seven fun facts you might not have known about these dogs. 1. Name confusion The “standard” Australian Sheph...

Olde English Bulldogge: Recreation Of The Extinct Breed

There aren’t many cases where breeders or scientists tried to revive an extinct dog breed, but the Olde English Bulldogge story is precisely one of those. This American designer breed attempts to restore or recreate the legendary Old English Bulldog that is the ancestors of many modern-day breeds we love and adore. The Old English Bulldog was a working English breed often used for bloodsports such as bull-baiting and dogfighting, so these dogs had to be strong, agile, and immensely brave. These traits can be clearly seen in their modern-day descendants like the Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull T...

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