The American Cocker spaniel is a variation of the Cocker, sometimes called English Cocker, Spaniel. The Cocker Spaniel was brought to America from England and selectively bred. At one time the English and American Cocker Spaniels were considered the same breed. Later it was decided that they should be considered two different breeds after it …
The Akita is a large, powerful, beautiful dog that was developed in Japan in the 1600s. Named for a town on the island of Honshu, the Akita was used by Shoguns for hunting wild boar, deer, and bear. These dogs were considered so special that only the upper class were allowed to own them, and …
The Afghan Hound is an ancient breed native to the Middle East and evidence of their existence has been found from Egypt to Afghanistan. They are sighthounds, which means they use their eyes more than their nose when they hunt – their original purpose in life – although they were also used for herding and …
The German Shepherd Dog, sometimes known as the Alsatian, has become one of the most popular dog breeds in the world. Today, the German Shepherd is an incredibly popular family pet in both the UK and USA. However, it is also known the world over as a police dog. Bred with very specific notions of …