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Vetstreet’s Ultimate Dog Breed Challenge
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, April 21, 2017So you believe you’re a dog breed expert? It’s on.We’ve created several breed quizzes over the years, and now, we present you with the ultimate challenge: five of our dog breed tests in one… Full Article ›
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Sprollie
Apr 20, 2017The Sprollie is a cross between two different breeds, the English Springer Spaniel and the Collie or Border Collie. Opening your heart and home to a crossbreed, also known as a… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog… Always Look Sad?
By Dr. Wailani Sung MS, PhD, DVM, DACVB, April 18, 2017What is it about so many canine faces that makes them seem so sad? Drooping ears, lids and lips, soulful eyes and a mournful demeanor — we’ve all seen that look. Is it any wonder that we worry if our… Full Article ›
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5 Reasons a Kooikerhondje Might Be the Right Dog Breed for You
By Kim Campbell Thornton, April 14, 2017Yes, you read that right. A Kooikerhondje. What’s that, you ask? The Kooiker, as he’s known for short, is a Dutch sporting breed (his full name is Nederlandse Kooikerhondje) whose job is to lure… Full Article ›
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20 Dog Breeds With Curly Tails
By Kristen Seymour, March 31, 2017Tails 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 ›
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Smart Tips for Running With Small Dogs
By Kristen Seymour, March 30, 2017Owning a small dog has its advantages. It's easier to find hotel rooms and apartments that allow small dogs. Small dogs eat less food (and, as you'll know if you've ever been on poop scooping duty,… Full Article ›
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Basset Bleu de Gascogne
Mar 27, 2017In his native country of France, the Basset Bleu de Gascogne is one of six types of basset (a reference to their short stature) hounds. He is a lively, active and agile dog who… Full Article ›
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The Dish on Doodle Dogs: Setting the Record Straight on Allergies, Personalities and More
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, March 20, 2017Seems like every time I turn around, I see a Labradoodle or Goldendoodle prancing down the street or walking into the veterinary clinic. The two hybrids — one a cross between a Labrador Retriever and… Full Article ›
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5 Reasons an Irish Setter Might Be the Right Dog Breed for You
By Meredith Hooker Williams, March 17, 2017If you’ve seen the 1962 Disney movie Big Red, you might be familiar with the Irish Setter, an often-charming redhead who seems to have boatloads of energy. This Sporting dog tends to retain his… Full Article ›
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5 Reasons a Bichon Frise Might Be the Right Dog Breed for You
By Meredith Hooker Williams, March 4, 2017The Bichon Frise was specifically bred to be a companion and tends to be one of the sweetest and most affectionate dog breeds. He’s often charming and can make an excellent family pet, although he… Full Article ›
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Farm Dogs: 10 Breeds That May Surprise You
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, March 1, 2017It takes a lot of helping hands — and paws — to run a farm. In her new breed guide, Farm Dogs, author Janet Vorwald Dohner describes the working traits and history of a whopping 93… Full Article ›
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Blue Picardy Spaniel
February 28, 2017Bred for his strong retrieving instinct and love of water, the Blue Picardy Spaniel is nonetheless making headway among people who prize him more for companionship than hunting… Full Article ›