The Norfolk Terrier is a loving, hardy and active little dog that makes a great pet. They can easily be kept in an apartment as long as she is afforded frequent long walks. A properly fenced in back yard with provisions for a digging dog would be the ideal exercise situation.
She was bred to be a hunter and ratter so she should be socialized with small pets very early on. She is generally...
The Newfoundland is a large, hairy dog with a great temperament. They are calm and do not require a great deal of exercise so they may even be kept in an apartment. Of course, a properly fenced in yard for exercise is preferable.
The Newfoundland was bred for cold temperatures and icy water so hot climates will stress them. There are numerous cases where they have actually saved drowning...
The Newfoundland is a breed of dog which some people believe is similar to the Labrador or St Bernard in many ways. This dog used to be a permanent fixture on every single fishing boat in the small province of Newfoundland in Canada. That is how the breed got its name. The dog would help in putting the nets out into the sea and even retrieving it. They were even involved in rescuing people who...
The county fire department got the call from the animal shelter that a dog was trapped in a storm drain pipe. It took awhile but they finally succeeded in freeing the large black dog and she was taken to the local shelter for care. They had to completely shave her to get rid of all the mats.
She was obviously old and the days spent trapped in the drain pipe had affected her health. Who would...
The Havanese is a cute and compact dog, weighing in anywhere from seven to fifteen pounds and standing at a height of eight to eleven inches. This dog is generally sweet natured and eager to please, making it a good choice for most families. With its small size, these puppies can work well in an apartment as well as a house, as long as they are walked regularly. Because of its intelligence, the...
If you are considering looking for a Neapolitan Mastiff, there are definitely pros and cons that you should know about. Neapolitan Mastiffs are beautiful big dogs. They are very big, up to 170 pounds, with large flat heads, and a box-like body. They have wrinkled saggy skin around their face and neck.
Some have cropped ears and tails, but more and more owners are opting to keep them in...
The Neapolitan Mastiff is a magnificent watch dog and guard dog. A very serious and scary looking dog that was bred to protect and fight. Males can be more aggressive, especially if they are intact. They are very trainable and need early, serious obedience training. They are good with older, considerate children that are part of the family. As a reminder, never leave a child unsupervised with a...
I love my mastiff! Seriously, this dog has brought so much joy into my life. If you are looking to purchase a mastiff puppy of your own, then enjoy the journey and soon, you too, will be adding a lovable pet to your home.
Finding mastiff puppies for sale sounds like a daunting task, taking into account the size and rarity of the breed. In reality, finding mastiff puppies for sale is quite...
The Lowchen Dog is actually pronounced "lerv-chun" and means "little lion". This German name comes from the traditional haircut, in which a ruff is hair is left as a mane on the front part of the dog's body. A large plume of hair is also left on the end of the tail and all four feet from the pasterns to the base of the foot.
Close relatives of the Lowchen are the Maltese, the Bichon, the...
There are a few Mastiff breeds in the dog species. One of those breeds is called the Neapolitan Mastiff, which is also a working dog. They are large dogs growing to 165 pounds and at most 30 inches tall. They are a very muscular dog breed.
The Neapolitan Mastiff is usually black, chocolate or blue in color. They have a short hair that is coarse and dense. You will find this mastiff is known...
