This breed is a dual purpose retriever of land and water games. It possesses endless energy and is not suitable for apartment life. They are highly social and wouldn’t mind being friends with strangers and other animals. However this trait doesn’t make them good watchdogs. They are affectionate towards children but toddlers should be taken care of because of its wagging tail … [Read more...]
Finnish Hound – A Hunting Dog
Finnish Hound is among the national dog’s breed of Finland. Its hunting ability made it the most popular hunting breed in Finland. If you’re looking a dog that is smart and energetic and possess extraordinarily hunting skills, this breed is ideal for you. But if you want a show dog then this breed is not recommendable. This breed suits the person who can devote time to its … [Read more...]
Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen – A Short Legged Hunting Dog
If you’re aware of French language, you must have already figured out that it is a French breed. Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen used to be peasant’s hunting dog. This breed is a scent hound and like other breeds of same category, it uses its nose power to track and hunt its prey. They were purposely bred for its short legs so that peasants could domesticate it at home and carry … [Read more...]
Staffordshire Bull Terrier – A Nanny Dog
Staffordshire bull terrier belongs to England where it is lovingly called as “nanny dog” because of its caring and nurturing nature towards children. This dog will assume his role as nursemaid and will supervise the child when the parents are away or busy. It makes great family dog and is a mesmerizing add on to your family. Historically this breed was smallest fighting dog … [Read more...]
Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier : A Pure Breed Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is purebred dog which belongs to Ireland. The dog is sweet and affectionate to everyone. Its coat has a silky touch which is its trademark. The breed gets along well with other animals. They adore children and love to play with them. If you enjoy grooming dogs, then this is an appropriate pet for you. Its coat requires dedicated grooming. Though … [Read more...]
Standard Schnauzer – Moustache and Beard Bearing Dog
Standard Schnauzer is all-purpose dog from Germany. The dog can be trained to do everything. Historically it was used as guard dog, ratter, gun dog, retrievers and farm dogs. Presently, this breed is renowned family dog because of its caring and protective nature towards humans. Moustache and beard gives the dog wise and distinctive look. They are alert, agile and sporty dogs … [Read more...]
Shar Pei – A Deep Wrinkled Dog
Shar Pei is a Chinese breed which is known for its loose and wrinkled coat. This dog is a jack of all trade. It can hunt, guard, herd and fight. Today it enjoys life as human companion because of it human oriented, affectionate and caring nature. In English language, its name means- “sand skin”. Its loose skin and deep wrinkles give the impression as if the dog is wearing … [Read more...]
Samoyed Dog – Smiling Sammy
Samoyed dog also known as “the Sam”, “the smiling Sammy” used to be a valuable companion of Samoyede people of Siberia. The dog has a continually smiling expression and its cute face can melt anyone’s heart. This dog excels in field related to hunting, herding, pulling carts, providing warmth to people by sleeping with them and so on. Today the dog is treasured for its sweet … [Read more...]