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  • 20 Dog Breeds With Curly Tails
    By Kristen Seymour, March 31, 2017

    Tails are rather curious appendages — at least from the point of view of those of us without them. Some tails are long and whip-like, others are little more than a nub and still others curl up and… Full Article ›


  • 5 Reasons an Akita Might Be the Right Dog Breed for You
    By Meredith Hooker Williams, February 3, 2017

    The Akita, a breed who’s considered a national treasure in his home country of Japan, is a hardworking dog. He was developed to hunt big game, like bear and boar, and nowadays is often found working… Full Article ›


  • Quiz: Match the Tail to the Dog Breed
    By Kristen Seymour, May 10, 2016

    Maybe you can tell the difference between a Poodle and a Pomeranian. Hey, maybe you can even name several members of the Bichon family... without consulting the Internet. But do you think you can… Full Article ›


  • Spotting, Diagnosing and Treating Hypothyroidism in Dogs
    By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, May 2, 2016

    Your middle-aged or senior dog seems to have a case of what veterinarians sometimes like to call ADR — “ain’t doin’ right.” He doesn’t have much get up and go, he seems cold all the time, his… Full Article ›


  • The Worst Dog Breeds for New Owners? Our Readers Weigh In
    By Vetstreet Staff, March 7, 2016

    Let us start off by saying that we don't believe there are any "bad" dog breeds. However, not every pooch is the right fit for every owner, and it's possible that a first-time dog owner may… Full Article ›


  • 8 Dog Breeds That Love the Cold Weather
    By Laura Cross, December 8, 2015

    When the weather outside is frightful, there are some dog breeds that seem to find the wintry conditions delightful. We’ve already covered some dogs who are built for snow, but we thought we’d… Full Article ›


  • 10 Dog Breeds That Shed the Most
    By Shayna Meliker, July 14, 2015

    When you're choosing a dog, one thing you definitely don't want to be surprised by is his shedding level. That's why we polled 249 veterinary professionals (veterinarians, vet techs and office… Full Article ›


  • Giant-Breed Dogs You Can't Stop Searching For
    By Kristen Seymour, April 27, 2015

    Ever wonder which large dog breeds pet people are most interested in learning about? We certainly were, so we dug through the thousands and thousands of searches on vetstreet.com since the beginning… Full Article ›


  • Meet the Hardest Working Dogs Around
    By Megan Winter, April 10, 2015

    The dog breeds of the Working Group were bred to guard property, protect livestock, pull sleds and carry carts. With their guardian and working heritage often comes loyalty, eagerness, protectiveness… Full Article ›


  • Worst Large Dog Breeds for First-Time Owners
    By Kristen Seymour, March 3, 2015

    Making the decision to get a dog is a big one, but deciding to start out with a large dog breed? Well, that's huge. Many people find themselves drawn to large or giant breeds, and there are lots of… Full Article ›


  • Can Cold-Weather-Loving Dog Breeds Be Happy in Hot Climates?
    By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, December 1, 2014

    Q. My dream breed is an Alaskan Malamute, but we live in south Florida. Would it be wrong to make a breed like the Malamute live in our hot, humid environment? We have air conditioning, of course,… Full Article ›


  • Which Dogs Shed the Most? The Least? And Is It OK to Shave Pets? We Ask Experts and Readers
    By Kristen Seymour , July 21, 2014

    We're now well within the dog days of summer, and that got us thinking about how our furry friends handle the heat. It also made us wonder how the owners of those dogs handle the falling fur. Do they… Full Article ›



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