“Aye Chihuahua!” A high utterance after tasting your favorite firehouse chili generously overdosed with cayenne pepper. Or, a greeting to your lovable pet pooch should you prefer the spicier temperamental powder keg pup known as the Chihuahua. Let’s take a look at some fun dog breed facts about Chihuahuas. Tiniest Dog Breed One of the …
The Australian Shepherd is a delightful companion. They are easy-going and intelligent dog and make a great family pet. They are extremely intelligent and easy to train. Aussies will be best with an active family as they are extremely active dogs that need a lot of exercise. If you are considering getting an Australian Shepherd, …
The American Foxhound is a breed of dog that is native to the United States of America. Larger than their English cousins, they are tall, dignified, and fast, the American Foxhound is a beautiful dog that graces any home. Origins and History The American Foxhound was said to have originated with George Washington, who is …
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. Read on to learn more important Akita dog breed facts. These dogs were considered so special that …
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 …