Choosing A Dog (185)
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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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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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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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Blue Picardy Spaniel
Feb 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 ›
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Pomsky
Feb 24, 2017The Pomsky is a cross between two different breeds, the Siberian Husky and the Pomeranian. Opening your heart and home to a crossbreed, also known as a hybrid, is like opening a… Full Article ›
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5 Reasons an Akita Might Be the Right Dog Breed for You
By Meredith Hooker Williams, February 3, 2017The 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 ›
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5 Reasons the Beauceron Might Be the Right Dog Breed for You
By Meredith Hooker Williams, January 19, 2017The Beauceron, a shorthaired French herding breed, is generally a confident, smart and strong-willed dog. He tends to be independent (OK, stubborn) and is best-suited for an experienced dog owner.… Full Article ›
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Miniature American Shepherd
Jan 4, 2017The versatile Miniature American Shepherd (MAS) was created in the United States to be a dog who is at home in two worlds: a ranch/farm or suburban family life. He retains… Full Article ›
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5 Reasons an Afghan Hound Might Be the Right Dog Breed for You
By Meredith Hooker Williams , December 29, 2016The glamorous-looking Afghan Hound stands out in a crowd with his long, silky, glamorous coat. He’s generally an aloof and dignified dog — except when he’s being silly. He’s from Afghanistan, and… Full Article ›