About the Cockapoo
April 24, 2009
Description: The Cockapoo originated in the USA in the 1960s. The breed is a cross between the American Cocker Spaniel and the Miniature Poodle. The general shape of the Cockapoo, in particular its ears, mostly resembles the Cocker Spaniel, but the coat and face …Read more »
Which Non-Sporting Dog is Right for You?
April 24, 2009
When the American Kennel Club began designating dogs into different groups it was evident that a category was needed for the breeds that were arguably difficult to place in any of the other groups. These dogs were placed in the Non-Sporting Group. This group …Read more »
The Hound Group
April 24, 2009
Because they're great at sniffing and exploring, hounds were originally used to trail rabbits, foxes and other small mammals. Most hounds are good-natured dogs that make loving companions if trained properly. Hounds are sometimes stubborn, though, so training may take a while. Most hounds …Read more »
Breed Group Descriptions
April 24, 2009
Companion Dogs
Dogs in the companion group are intensely devoted to their human family and crave first and foremost their owner's attention; social isolation is the worst punishment they can endure.
Are You Ready for a Dachshund?
April 24, 2009
Take the time to find out all you can about Dachshunds before you make a commitment that could last 14 to 16 years or more. Talk to breeders and owners. Ask a veterinarian questions. If possible, go to a dog show, watch Dachshunds in the ring and talk to handlers. Try to do all of this before you actually …Read more »
Standards and Grades
April 24, 2009
A Standard describes what the ideal dog of each breed should look like if such an animal existed. The AKC and UKC set Standards for each dog breed. How closely a purebred puppy measures up to Standard determines how much money a breeder can …Read more »
Which Sporting Dog is Right for You?
April 24, 2009
The history of what has become our modern day Sporting Group dates back to the early 1600s and the beginning of the refinement of the so-called Pointer Dogs. Prior to that, hunting dogs would be taken out into the fields and hedgerows where …Read more »
Did you know ... cats eat in cycles?
April 24, 2009
Many cats eat in cycles, a trait passed down from wild ancestors that hunted for food. Don't mistake these peaks and valleys as signs that your cat dislikes its food. Switching pet food brands frequently in response to your cat's whims can reinforce bad eating habits and create finicky eaters.
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Which Toy Breed is Right for You?
April 24, 2009
A Toy is a Toy only in so far as its smaller size is concerned. Many are hunters and display the personalities of the larger family members from which they have descended. For this reason, we see associated with their names the nouns griffon, …Read more »
Which Terrier is Right for You?
April 24, 2009
The name "terrier" derives from the Latin word terra, meaning earth; thus, the terrier is the earth dog. Developed specifically to go to ground (burrow into the earth) in pursuit of such vermin as rats, badgers, foxes, weasels, otters and badgers, the terrier was …Read more »
