German Longhaired Pointer (GLP) is a versatile hunting dog that can hunt, track and retrieve its prey. The dog makes excellent pet dog only if it is given vigorous exercise and mental stimulation. As the dog is athletically sound so a walk around the park is merely a warm up exercise to him. To develop a good relation with your dog, take it to a dog’s sports track, on … [Read more...]
St. Bernard Dog – A Large Working Class Breeds
St. Bernard is famous for its huge size and versatility. They were used to rescue travelers at the St. Bernard pass. They act as savior of travellers by rescuing the lost ones and injured ones. The dog is also an efficient guard dog. It also excels in weight pulling sports. Despite being a giant, the dog is sweet tempered and gentle with family members. He … [Read more...]
Shetland Sheepdog – A Hard Working Dog Breed
Shetland sheepdog is a farmer’s friend. It herds the cattle especially sheep and livestock of ranchers and farmers. It keeps away birds and animals out of farmer’s irrigated land by barking loudly to shoo them away. Beside this, it is also a marvelous family companion. The breed is also called by the name “sheltie”. Earlier it was called as Shetland Collie because of … [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...]
Danish–Swedish Farmdog : A Versatile Dog
If you want a dog that is highly trainable and can do multiple of task, then Daniel Swedish farmdog is the ideal dog for you. Appearance wise, this dog is similar to jack Russell terrier and has pinscher blood in its blood line too. Origin This breed is a thousand year old and its original name was Old Danish Fox Terrier or Scandia Terrier. This dog is even called as rat … [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...]