Some dogs are athletes, some are adventurers… and some? Well, some are professional nappers. If you’ve ever dreamed of a furry pal who’ll happily snooze the day away while you binge Netflix, this list is for you. (Pickles’ Aside: I nap like a pro too — but these guys have turned it into an Olympic …
The Rottweiler, or “Rottie” to their fans, is one of the oldest and most powerful dog breeds. Their origins date back to Roman times, when they marched over the Alps alongside legions, herding cattle and protecting soldiers. Later, they were cart-pullers, guardians, and eventually became valued members of police and military forces worldwide. Today, the …
Ah, the Dachshund. You probably know them better as “wiener dogs” or “sausage pups.” Long body, short legs, big attitude. These little hot-dogs-on-stilts come in smooth, wire-haired, and long-haired varieties and honestly? Every single one struts around like they’re six feet tall and royalty. (Pickles’ Aside: Honestly? With that strut, I wouldn’t dare argue.) A …
Meet the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or “Staffie” to their fans. Strong, bold, and muscular, this breed has one of the toughest exteriors and the softest hearts. Originally bred in the early 1800s as a fighting dog in England, their history is often misunderstood. Today, they’re better known as affectionate companions, loving family members, and the …
Introduction to Bully Dog Breeds As a small dog owner, I find the bigger bully breeds to scare me a little when I see them on walks, but we all know how much we love our big and small. It is difficult to believe that bully dogs are always aggressive. It just seems the bad …
The Goldendoodle is a crossbreed of a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. Size and shape will depend on the variety of poodles it crosses with. Developed after the very popular but smaller Cockapoo, Like many crossbreeds, traits will differ. Goldendoodles at a Glance: How Long Do Goldendoodles Live?- 10-15 Years Are Goldendoodles Good With Kids …
The German Shepherd or Alsatian Best German Shepherd Trait – Guardian Worst German Shepherd Trait – Heavy Shedding The German Shepherd Dog is also known as the Alsatian in the UK and parts of Europe, from a time when the word German wasn’t popular. They are very intelligent, natural guardians and devoted dogs. This could be …
Best Trait – Fun lapdog Worst Trait – High-maintenance coat The Yorkshire Terrier was originally bred to kill rats, but they are mostly family pets or show dogs these days. They are small and have big personalities. They are feisty, loving, and elegant. This could be the perfect breed if you are looking for a …
The Yorkiepoo is a dog breed that is a cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and a Poodle. They are a companion dog breed designed to shed less than Yorkies. With all crossbreeds, you can never really be sure which traits each breed will have, and there are always many inconsistencies. Yorkiepoo Traits at a Glance …
The Whippet was used for hunting rabbits and small game in England. Not raced like their closely related Greyhound relatives. They can still run up to 35mph. They are friendly, calm and loving dogs. This could be the perfect breed if you are looking for a companion for your family or household. Whippets need plenty …
The Weimaraner was originally bred in Germany as gun dogs to hunt deers and even bears. They are still used today by hunters. They can also make great family pets. They are intelligent, athletic and striking-looking dogs. This could be the perfect breed for you if you are looking for an active addition to your …
