Dog breed profiles of more than 200 breeds. Includes personality, history, dog pictures, dog health info, and more.
Boxers are formidable-looking creatures. After all, they descend from bulldogs and mastiffs, both of which are stereotyped as tough dogs. Furthermore, male Boxers average 60 to 70 pounds while female Boxers average 55 to 65…
When we think of the beautiful country of Belgium, the first thing that comes to mind is their mouthwatering, fluffy waffles and their delicious, creamy chocolate that will leave you wanting more. However, this Western…
A Maltipoo descends from a Maltese and a Poodle. Specifically, its ancestor was either a Toy Poodle or a Miniature Poodle, presumably because a Standard Poodle would have meant more complications than it would be…
The Dachshund is a curious little dog with a long body and short legs. According to the Spruce Pets, they were originally bred in Germany to hunt badgers and still retain their hunting instincts today….
Some small dogs are content to do nothing but lie in their owners’ laps. In contrast, others are much more active creatures. Corgis are a great example of the latter. That makes sense because they…
Would-be dog owners often come upon a dog that is almost perfect for them. When that happens, they should check out similar dogs to see whether they can find one that is a 100 percent…
As you might have guessed, Boston, Massachusetts is where the Boston Terrier derives its name. This American-born breed, known as a Hooper’s Judge, was first created by a mix between an English Bulldog and the…
Dobermans started as guard dogs. That is one of the main reasons these dogs developed a reputation for aggression. Despite that, a lot of people own Dobermans as pets, so much so the AKC says…
Understandably, once you’ve owned a Shiba Inu dog, you’re biased because of its high intelligence, loyalty, and affection. Its appearance is similar to a fox. They’re wonderful companions and often have entertaining personalities. These characters…