Whippet Dog Breed If you are looking for a dog that is affectionate, gentle, sporty, keeps himself clean, and performs very well on the track and/or in the show ring at the same time, then the Whippet is the perfect dog to add to your family. He is an excellent watchdog, good with children, [...]

West Highland White Terrier Dog Breed The West Highland White Terrier is an adorable, hardy small dog that is relatively easy to train. This breed has gained an enormous popularity over the recent years due to its attractive overall appearance, particularly his coat which is one of the breed’s most striking features. His [...]

Welsh Terrier Dog Breed The Welsh Terrier has a sturdy, athletic medium-sized body with a docked tail and a short, wiry, and low-maintenance coat. His appearance is similar to the Airedale and also shares common characteristics with the Irish and Lakeland Terriers. He is bold, spirited, affectionate, obedient, and gets along well with [...]

Yorkshire Terrier Dog Breed The Yorkshire Terrier competes with the Chihuahua for the title of the world’s smallest dog. He has a very small compact body and a long silky coat. Though developed from terrier bloodlines, this intelligent petite breed is less active and robust than his larger terrier cousins. He is [...]

Collie Breed Rough And Smooth History and origin: Ancestors of the Collie were introduced into Scotland and England from Iceland 400 years ago, but it was as guardians of the flock that they acquired their name in Scotland. He was first used as a cattle and sheep drover and then as a herder. [...]

Which Large Dog Should You Pick? Do not assume your big canine pet will become a famous show dog or an obedience trial champion. However, you can use those achievements for comparison to begin the search for your chosen large breed. Purchase a copy of one of the various dog magazines found in [...]

Toy Poodle Dog Breed The Toy Poodle has a personality that is full of fun. He is obedient, intelligent, affectionate, and has a long lifespan. In the United Kingdom, this breed has proved himself to be a tough competitor in the obedience competitions. He also enjoys playing in water. [...]

Standard Poodle Origins: The Poodle was originated in Germany and was first used as a water retriever. The breed’s name comes from the German word “pudelnass” or puddle. He is now kept as a companion dog and a showdog. Description: The Standard Poodle stands 15 inches or taller at the shoulder and [...]

Toy Manchester Terrier Dog Breed The Toy Manchester Terrier (also known as the English Toy Terrier in the United Kingdom) has a small but not frail muscular body with erect ears and a short, glossy shedding coat. This breed has a similar behavioral profile as the Standard Manchester Terrier, with some minor differences. [...]

Siberian Husky History and origin: The Siberian Husky was bred by the nomadic Chukchi tribes of northeast Asia. He was used as a sled dog and as a hunter. This medium-sized breed has great stamina and a lively, independent nature. Description: The Siberian Husky stands 20 to 23 inches at the shoulder and [...]