The Pug is known for their very sweet and charming nature, as well as their adorable looks!
Their soft and short-haired coat comes in ranges of colours,... Click here to read more....
Archive for the 'Dog Breed Information' Category
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Recently, the Queensland Government proposed a new dog breeder identification system in an attempt to get rid of puppy farmers and ensure more dogs... Click here to read more....
The Greyhound is a well-renowned sight hound breed primarily for racing but has climbed the ladder as one of the most common dogs to show.
Its easily distinguishable look is the perfect build for agility, with a deep chest and long legs for running quickly for long distances. They have a huge heart (literally!) and deep muscle build, perfect... Click here to read more....
The Great Dane is considered one of the giant breeds, growing up to 109cm with a minimum of 76cm and weighing up to 100kg’s!
It is one of the tallest breeds of dogs, and can come in a range of colours including fawn, brindle, blue and harlequin.
Although their over-whelming size can be a bit to take in, their perfect... Click here to read more....
Although our four-legged companions may not get as hot in the colder weather, it is still very important that their coat and hair is maintained over the Winter months. Regular brushing at home and a trip to the groomer every few weeks can help keep longer hair more manageable and remove dead hair from short-haired Winter coats.
Using doggy jumpers... Click here to read more....
The Siberian Husky is the closest related dog to the wolf, and is one of the oldest breeds of dogs.
Their unmistakable looks were bred for cold and harsh conditions, with their dense coats and pointed ears.
The Siberian Husky was originally found in the Siberian Arctic, but was imported to Alaska and Canada for sled racing.... Click here to read more....
One of the Giant Breeds, the New Foundland can be found in black, white, brown or grey. Their origin is traced back to being work dogs for fisherman in Canada, shaping their incredible swimming abilities and large appearance.
Their soft and cuddly appearance is not deceiving, as they are known for their loyalty and calm nature. They are often referred... Click here to read more....
According to Scientific American, dogs were first domesticated in East Asia about 150,000 years ago. From the Huskies in the North to the Pekingese in the South, all domestic dogs (Canis familiaris) are direct decedents of the grey wolf (Canis lupus).
The revelation that humans began to domesticate dogs before agriculture (about 13,000 years ago) is fairly recent,... Click here to read more....
Ok let’s face it, this breed test is just a Christmas gift from me to Bree, the Boss. If you didn’t already know, Bree has a Beagle named Boston as seen in this photo above.
The Beagle is a member of the Hound Group, more specifically they are scent hounds, developed primarily for tracking hare, rabbit, and other game. They... Click here to read more....
The Miniature Schnauzer is the small variety of Schnauzer originating in Germany in the mid 19th century. Originally bred to be farm dogs due to their ratting and vermin hunting ability. Due to their high vocal range Mini Schnauzers were also employed to guard crops.
This breed was developed by crossing the standard Schnauzer with one... Click here to read more....