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During dinner, your dog may stand near you and beg for table scraps, but some food is unhealthy and hazardous to canines. Cornbread seems harmless enough, and it is generally safe to serve. Dogs can enjoy a little cornbread occasionally,...
Shar-Peis were developed in China and are known for their bristle-like coat, wrinkled faces, and blue-black tongues. They are an intelligent breed known for being guarded with strangers and fiercely loyal to their families. What else makes them stand out...
Rottweilers are considered moderate shedders; they have a double coat and shed more heavily in the spring and fall, but it isn’t unmanageable, and they’re much lower maintenance than a long-haired or curly breed. Any Rotty owner knows grooming is...
Whippets are charming, loving dogs that look like miniature Greyhounds. They make excellent family dogs, bond deeply with children, and get along well with other dogs if socialized early. They’re agile and fast, and you cannot stop them when they...
Finding the right name for your new dog can be challenging, but you can narrow down your search by choosing a theme, such as the letter F. Unsurprisingly, several words start with the letter F. So, we’ve found some of...
The Whippet Border Collie Mix, also affectionately called a Whollie, is a highly intelligent, adaptable, loving dog that makes a wonderful family pet. Mixed breeds always provide more possibilities than purebred dogs because you can get something like either parent...
If you have your heart set on an Akita but are unsure whether to go for the Japanese or American, you might wonder what the differences between them are to help you make this difficult decision. Both breeds are very...
Cocker Spaniels are medium-sized dogs that were once bred to hunt but have transitioned well into wonderful companion dogs. They appreciate playtime in the yard just as much as they do cuddles on the couch—if it pleases you, it pleases...
When you think of dog food, you probably think of beef or chicken instead of novel protein sources like salmon. Part of the reason lies in the habitat we associate with canines. Wolves typically live in various areas, such as...
Finding the perfect bowl for a small dog will be different for every owner because, apart from their size, every small dog differs from the next. We can all agree that some of our needs overlap; the perfect bowl is...
Narrowing down a name for your furry family member can be tricky, but you’re already halfway there by considering a food-inspired name. Even with a theme in mind, there are still so many choices, and it can feel like a...
The Border Newfie is a cross between a Border Collie and Newfoundland. They are large dogs that are affectionate and loyal and need a lot of work to keep them entertained. They are a relatively new breed, so we’re still...
Akitas are known for being stubborn, loving, ferociously loyal, and regal-looking. On the other hand, English Mastiffs are imposing but affectionate giants of the canine world. They have a long history with humans and are now loyal companion dogs that...
Chances are you’ve heard of search and rescue (SAR) dogs, but do you know what they do and how they do it? Dogs have a long history as companion dogs and an even longer history working with us. Search and...
Goldmatians, or Goldmations, are the adorable result of a Golden Retriever and Dalmatian mix, an undeniably sweet, intelligent parentage. They are an excellent choice for single owners or families and can be trained to be watchdogs, but their lack of...