The Irish Wolfhound is a very large dog and was used in wars to drag men off horses. They were also bred for hunting deer, boars and even wolves. They are noble, sweet and playful dogs. They are giant dogs, so you need a lot of room. If you are looking for a quiet and sweet-natured …
The Jack Russell Terrier come in distinct varieties, the Parson Jack Russell and the Jack Russell Terrier. There are three coat varieties, a smooth coat, a broken coat and a rough coat. They are lively, independent, clever and a whole bag of fun. If you are looking for an active dog or running companion and …
The Great Dane is one of the giant dogs but also one of the most gentle. Originally bred to hunt wild boars and is similar to the mastiff type of breed. They are sweet, affectionate, noble and sensitive dogs. If you are looking for a big dog who is gentle with the family, you have …
Greyhounds were bred to be hunters, chasing hares and foxes. They can run as fast as 45mph. These days they are widely used for racing and pets. They are sweet, kind-natured and calm dogs. This could be the perfect breed for you if you are looking for docile and independent dogs. Greyhounds don’t need as …
The Goldendoodle is a cross breed 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 …
The Goldador is a crossbreed. The idea was to create a working dog with a Golden Retriever’s sensitivity and a Labrador Retriever’s tolerance. It actually worked, and these dogs make outstanding guide dogs, service and search and rescue dogs, therapy and even bomb detection dogs. They are sweet, easy-going, loyal and happy dogs. If you …
The German Pinscher was bred to be a working dog, mainly to catch mice and rats in stables. These days they are companion dogs but have not forgotten their instinctive drive to hunt. They are very playful, fearless and energetic dogs. This could be the perfect breed for you if you are looking for a …
Frenchie’s The French Bulldog has a unique appeal, bred in England to be small Bulldogs and ratters. These days they make great companion dogs and are a trendy breed worldwide. They are small, muscular, sweet, entertaining and easy-going dogs. If you are looking for a breed that loves to play as much as they love …
The field spaniel is the most sporting of all the spaniel varieties. They were bred for hunting and retrieving land and water. They have webbed-type paws, so it makes them excellent swimmers. They are medium-sized, loyal, athletic and loving dogs. This could be the perfect breed if you have an active family or are looking …
The King Charles Spaniel, known in the UK, or the English Toy Spaniel in the USA, has been bred to be a companion dog, and that’s precisely what they are best at. They are sweet, placid and very agreeable little dogs whose main goal in life is to be on your lap. They are an …
Fox Terriers were bred for fox hunting in England, and they are probably the most intense of all the terriers. They are good-looking and intelligent dogs. They come in smooth, short-haired or wire-haired varieties. If you are looking for a playful, active, curious and sometimes down-right naughty dog, this breed lives every moment like it’s …
The English Springer Spaniel, the name says it all. This guy will spring into action at a moment’s notice. They are a lively and active breed, originally bred as a sporting dogs. They are a bright and enthusiastic breed. If you are looking for a dog to be active with, a running companion, and a …