A dog can make a great addition to a family. After all, dogs are cute, cuddly and loyal companions for kids and adults. They are intelligent, affectionate and protective of their human family members. There’s a dog for everyone so which breed should you choose? Some dog breeds are just more family oriented than others so let’s take a look at those who get along well with children and enjoy being treated like any other member of the family. Collie Collies are not only beautiful but highly
Anyone who is interested in adding a dog to their family may be interested in learning more about dog breeds. The Mastiff is a very popular type of dog. Keep in mind that while some Mastiff dog breeds are suitable for some families, others may not be such a good choice. Here are some of the different types of Mastiff dog breeds that you may want to take into consideration. Bullmastiff The Bullmastiff is one of the most well known types of Mastiff dog breeds. The dog breed originated
Belgian Malinois - Protector Of Home, Family And Livestock The Belgian Malinois is a medium/large size dog that weighs between 40-80 lbs and is between 22″ to 26″ in height. Their name is pronounced MAL-in-wah. They are one of four Belgian Sheepdogs and are very work oriented and are protective of home, family and livestock. The AKC recognizes the Belgian Malinois in the colors of fawn to mahogany to red with a black mask, ears and tips. Minimal white on the chest and feet is permitted. The
Author : Mitch Endick The Glen of Imaal Terrier comes from Ireland where she was used to hunt foxes and badgers and keep farms free of vermin She is a short legged dog designed to go down burrows after critters She is a quiet dog, rarely barking, but she makes a good watch dog and guard dog She is full of personality, very intelligent and great at obedience She can live in an apartment or home as her exercise needs are negotiable A properly fenced in yard would be great but keep in mind th
Dog breeding is not as easy as you think. Many pet owners prefer to get purebred dogs these days. Even on the same breeds, breeding lines tend to produce different traits and types of dogs. As you can see, dog breeding is a complex undertaking and without adequate knowledge, you can’t be an effective dog breeder. Dog breeders should be aware of the breed standards. However, dog breeding is often influenced by the personal likes or dislikes of the breeder when it comes to color, sizes, and type
Becoming a dog breeder is an unusual hobby – and in some cases, an unusual full-time profession. It requires a knowledge of a particular breed of dog, patience, and enough space to have at least one litter of puppies on the go at one time. It also requires enough money to both care for the bitch and her puppies properly, and to pay for the services of an experienced stud dog. Dog breeders have different reasons for breeding, but a love for dogs is a must. People decide to breed their do
Question: We are quite allergic to dogs and have a 4 year old and we LOVE dogs. Would you just recommend the poodle for highly allergic owners or would there be other breeds that are good with kids and are hypo-allergenic? Answer: While we love Poodles , and you may very well want to consider a Standard (as they are the most child friendly of the 3 sizes), there are quite a few other breeds that may be appropriate for your family’s needs. Some other breeds you may want to consider are t
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The Akita Inu is a medium sized canine of Japan held in highest regard. The American Akita is a separate breed and more common. The faithfulness and work capacity of this breed is one that has set it apart both in diligence and ability. Akita is considered a Northern working dog because of its excellent hunting skills. They will search, find and hold their prey at bay until the master retrieves it from them. The weight ranges from 75 to 110 pounds while the height is between 2 and just less than
• Dog lovers are divided on whether Pabst, the Boxer mix, is ugly or not. Ugly is obviously in the eye of the beholder. • I’m glad the dynasty of the Chinese Crested ugly is over. While I’m sure their owners really love them, I just don’t like looking at them—the scraggly tufts of hair, bug eyes, tongue hanging out the side, teeth going in all directions, mottled skin. Part of the ugliness might be health problems. And that’s more sad than ugly. • I’ve never been a fan of the smooshed face dog—
