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…

Goldendoodles are designer dogs descending from Golden Retrievers and Poodles. Due to that, they possess a somewhat unpredictable mix of characteristics from both sides of their ancestry. However, since both Golden Retrievers and Poodles consistently…

The Beagle is one of the most popular dogs in the United States. Its popularity is particularly notable because it is so lasting. Vox points out that the list of most popular U.S. dogs has…

Saint Bernard is a large breed of working dogs from the Western Alps in Switzerland and Italy. They were originally bred as working rescue dogs by the Great Saint Bernard Pass hospice in the Swiss…

Cavapoos are designer dogs. Specifically, they are part Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and part Poodle. That heritage makes Cavapoos wonderful companions. Still, that doesn’t mean people have to get one. If they want something like…

Chihuahuas have their fair share of upsides. For instance, they are compact companions that don’t need a great deal of maintenance, thus making them well-suited for people in apartments and other small living spaces. Still,…