Stubborn, small, lively, and a Velcro dog. Do you like these traits in a dog? Well, this is the rough generalization of the Brussels Griffon dog or BG for short. We could also add comical, monkey-dog, and sturdier than it looks. People originally developed the breed in the 1800s Brussels, Belgium, to control the growing […]
A long time ago (in the 16th century), the Lagotto Romagnolo was used for duck hunting. However, people soon realized they had exceptional skills in finding truffles. They were easy to train and their great sense of smell further established their role as the truffle dogs! That’s what they’re called and used even today! The
Leonbergers are large, friendly dogs requiring dedicated training, socialization, and grooming due to their size and energy levels. Despite their gentle nature, they can unintentionally cause accidents. With a lifespan under 10 years, prospective owners should consider the commitment involved before adopting this affectionate breed.
Who hasn’t heard of Border Collies? They are famously hard-working, energetic sheep dogs. We’ve all seen videos of a Border Collie herding sheep or, in lack of, ducks, cats, and even children. They have a keen expression, seemingly always ready to run and work! But, there’s more to it than just the hype we see
If you can handle a true escape artist that howls, loves an adventure, and is not the friendliest with cats and other small animals, but has the most adorable face, loves people and children, then Beagle is the dog for you! You’ll never be bored! Beagles are hounds, and they were bred to work in
It can happen to anyone, but it’s easier for the dogs to get stung by a bee. They explore the world with their noses, and they love to sniff everywhere. That’s why a dog’s nose is the most common place for a bee sting. Of course, other parts of the body are just as available
If you’ve got a long-haired or medium-haired dog, you must have experienced what it means to detangle and clean your dog’s fur. Everything can get stuck in their long coat, especially around the ears, legs and belly. You have to clean the dirt, branches, mud, and so on. Now, imagine that dirt being dog feces.
Let’s get straight to the facts. According to the study by Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Animal Health from the university of Lisbon, Portugal, periodontal diseases (PD) occur in “84% in dogs that are 3 or more years old, or 100% in poodles that are more than 4 years old” (read the study here). Those
It is an adorable, happy, and cuddly little dog. But you have to be aware of all the health issues this breed has. It’s an old dog breed, going back to the early 16th century. The problem is that, back in the day, the UK nobility wanted a sporting dog turned into a toy companion
Like many dog-related topics, there are differing opinions on teeth brushing. Some believe dogs don’t need their teeth to be brushed because they are dogs, not people. Others believe dogs are not the same as 10.000 years ago and that they need our help keeping their teeth and gums healthy. Well, if you’re the latter
Before the late 1800s, people knew the Border Terrier as the Coquetdale Terrier or Redesdale Terrier. However, because of the long history with the Border Hunt in Northumberland, the name was changed into the one we use today – Border Terrier. The Royal Kennel Club officially recognized the breed in 1920. The Border Terrier’s original
