The Kerry Blue Terrier is born black. As it grows, it turns into a slate-grey color, with definite tones of silvery blue. The adult Kerry can be anywhere from a deep shade of blue to a silvery gray with blue overtones.
This is a terrier with some uniquely "un terrier" tendencies. He is noted as being an apt swimmer and has even been known to take on an otter in deep water. He is of course,...
Neapolitan mastiffs are a large breed of dog, known for their massive build and loose skin, originating from Italy. Because of this, they may also be called Italian mastiffs. Bred from ancient war and guard dogs, these mastiffs are related to the English mastiff and other molossers. They can be traced back as far as a 168 BCE. They were used to guard property and homes, and are rumored to have...
The Italian Greyhound is meant for a quiet apartment or home. She does not do well with loud, rough children as her bones can be brittle as a puppy and she is delicate in both body and mind. She is a good watch dog and loves her family. She can do well with other respectful dogs and animals, especially if she is socialized with them at an early age. If she is housed with other dogs, be aware...
Your Miniature Schnauzer training will be much more successful if praise is only used as a reward in the daily training with your puppy. That is when your pup actually does something you desire. Otherwise, praise should be withheld. When teaching a new command you should use a physical movement or stance which helps to show your dog what it means. Then as soon as your puppy starts to make the...
In its native Germany the Miniature Pinscher is called the Zwergpinscher (dwarf pinscher) or the Reh Pinscher after the small roe deer of the same name. In the United States it is usually called the Minpin.
The Miniature Pinscher's ancestors were bred in Scandinavia. It looks like a miniature Doberman Pinscher, but was actually bred in Scandinavia about a century before the Doberman. The two...
The mastiff dog breed originated in England from the sheepdog family. This massive beast has the potential to be a great indoor pet. The mastiff dog breed gets its name from the word massive, and the word mastiff in some languages translates into mountain-like. In Germany it just simply means dog.
In some cases having a 200 pound dog in your home may take some getting used to, because...
The Maremma Sheepdog is native to the Italian Alps. This is a breed that has an extraordinary capability of working in the higher altitudes. For many hundreds of years, the life of the sheep, the shepherds and the Maremma dog that guarded the flock was structured on the seasons. From June to October the flocks would be moved to the high country in the mountains of Abruzzi and from October to...
For more than a hundred years the Manchester Terrier, originally called the "Black and Tan" Terrier, has remained true to type. It is a sleek and elegant looking little dog, with tan "thumb marks" over the eyes and on the cheeks and black "thumb marks" in the tan above the front feet. Because of his stability of temperament and consistent type this terrier was used in the development of several...
The Keeshond is a dog that can live in an apartment as long as frequent long walks are available. She is fairly active indoors and makes a good watch dog because she generally likes to bark. She is great with older, considerate children and wants to be a part of the family. As reminder, never leave a child unsupervised with a puppy or dog. She can be fine with other dogs and pets, especially if...
The Maltese is lovely, intelligent and playful as well as being cute cuddly - all characteristics that make a great pet! This breed originates from Italy and it is thought that it was first introduced in England by Crusaders returning from the Mediterranean. They were exceptionally popular with women who would carry them in the sleeves of their dresses! Not only a wonderful pet, this breed is...
