Like most, you are probably familiar with the concept of designer dogs. Since the rise of the purebred dog in the Victorian era, purity in pets has seen periods of popularity and decline. Around 1980 the designer dog craze began as a way to introduce highly desirable traits from one […]
If someone asked you to name the tallest dog breed, what would you say? You know it is not a German Shepherd, but is it a Mastiff or Saint Bernard? You may have even thought Great Dane, and a Dane named Zeus does indeed hold the world record for the […]
When did you first hear of a Kangal? I remember reading about the bite force of different animals, and it went crocodile, shark, and hippo. Following closely behind the top three were bears, hyenas, and the big cats. But somewhere between the grizzly bear at No. 8 and the lion […]
What if you combined the biggest known lapdog with the most versatile canine worker? What two breeds would even come to mind? Although classified by the American Kennel Club and FIC as a working dog, the Great Dane now mainly serves as a companion. She recently also has seen use […]
Getting a puppy is always an exciting time. Much like a newborn baby, you put a lot of planning into making a comfortable home for your new addition. Unlike infants, however, you often have to ponder how big your dog will become and how much room she will ultimately need. […]
Some breeds seem to have no obvious reason for us to mix. When you hear of a German Shepherd Corgi or Dachshund mix, you might automatically assume it is a bizarre accident or experiment. Would it shock you to find out that the Shepherd Corgi mix is a designer dog? […]