Created toward the end of the 19th century, Doberman pinschers are the results of crossing different breeds, including shepherd dogs, Rottweilers, and German pinschers. These loyal watch dogs are extremely intelligent, and owners should be ready to spend time on training and socializing their Doberman pinschers. These dogs need plenty of consistent training. They need…
Miniature Schnauzers are easy to recognize thanks to their unique mustache. These small dogs were used as hunting dogs in Germany during the 19th century. Their mustache is actually useful for catching small prey like rats. There are three different types of Schnauzers. Miniatures Schnauzers were obtained by breeding standard Schnauzers to obtain smaller dogs….
Labradoodles are a designer breed that was originally created to be hypoallergenic guide dogs. They are the result of mixing a poodle with a Labrador and share characteristics and personality traits of these two active and intelligent breeds. These dogs are popular family pets because they look adorable and make fun and lovable companions. However,…
Boxers belong to the working breed group of canines. According to the American Kennel Club, Boxers are the 11th most popular dog breed. These active, friendly dogs are gentle but may cause problems due to their sheer exuberance. Even as Boxers grow up, they retain the energy of a puppy, and this usually lasts until…
Labrador retrievers have been the most popular breed in the US for 24 years. What makes these dogs so popular? Labrador retrievers are the perfect family dog thanks to their friendly disposition and fun nature. Labrador retrievers are also an energetic breed. These dogs need to play and run on a daily basis to release…
German Shorthaired Pointers belong to the Sporting Group of dogs and are agreeable, even-tempered canines. These dogs have solid liver or liver and white coats. Pointers weigh between 40 and 70 pounds when fully grown. Since German Shorthaired Pointers are friendly sporting dogs, balls, ball launchers, Frisbees, and any toy that you can use outdoors…
Standard poodles weigh between 40 and 70 pounds, and miniature poodles weigh no more than 15 pounds. Athletic and intelligent toy poodles weigh from four to six pounds and stand no more than ten inches high. Although poodles have a reputation as fragile lap dogs, they’re quite agile and curious. Poodles can be quite assured…
Goldendoodles are a popular designer breed. They’re a mix between Golden retrievers and poodles and have characteristics of both breeds. These dogs are friendly and playful like Golden retrievers and share the poodle’s loyal and intelligent traits. Goldendoodles became popular in the 90s thanks to their adorable curly hair, energetic nature, and hypoallergenic coat. These…
Golden retrievers are faithful family dogs that also make excellent therapy dogs thanks to their social nature. It’s common for adult golden retrievers to retain their fun and outgoing puppy behavior. It’s a breed that needs to play and exercise on a daily basis. These dogs have extremely advanced mouth control and often have a…
Rottweilers (or Rotties as they are affectionately referred to by their parents) are extremely smart, protective, and mellow, which may come as a surprise to some who think of them solely as guard and attack dogs. Bred in Germany as a working dog to help farmers haul small wagons and herd livestock, it’s no wonder…
There’s no shortage of positive adjectives to describe German Shorthaired Pointers, or GSPs. They are friendly, enthusiastic sporting dogs known for their loyalty. The GSP makes a fantastic family dog thanks to its cheerful disposition, high trainability, and ability to form a close bond with family members—just so long as you can keep up with…
It’s easy to fall in love with Cocker Spaniels. This hunting breed possesses many desirable traits that have made them popular, like the fact that they’re intelligent, loving, family-oriented, and playful. Cocker Spaniels are the perfect companion and are especially well suited to families with children. Plus, it’s incredibly hard to resist their sweet faces….
