The Golden Retriever is a popular breed of dog that was used as a retrieving dog while hunting wild fowl in the past. It is one of the most common dogs for families now as it is very tolerant, easy to handle and doesn't require much from the owners besides exercise, food and visits to the vet. Though known to get along well with other dogs and people, they sometimes get human traits and then...
One of the widely known beginnings of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can be traced back to the first century B.C. when they were first brought to Switzerland by the Romans. Others say though that the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog was first brought long before by the Phoenician traders.
One thing is for certain. This breed of dog is a product of mating foreign large mastiff-type dogs brought to...
Irish Setter dog breed. Childish, frisky, loud and mischievous. The Red setter will steal your heart!
With its elegant carriage and long, silky chestnut coat, the Irish Setter is a breed that is immediately recognizable in any situation. They are popular pets in both the United States and in Europe and for very good reason.
This breed has been around for at least three hundred years and...
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog does not need extensive exercise so she can be kept in an apartment as long as she can get daily long walks. A properly fenced in yard would be ideal. She is a great watch dog and guard dog. She generally gets along well with other pets and dogs. It is said that she is good with older children. As a reminder, never leave a child unsupervised with any puppy or dog....
It is thought that the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is the largest of the descendants of the dogs which were brought to the Swiss Alps by the Legions of Caesar on his march through Europe. The "Swissie" is similar to the Bernese Mountain dog in many respects, especially in the markings of a black base coat with white and tan markings. The Bernese Mountain dog however has longer coat and a...
The Irish Water Spaniel is not an apartment dog because of her size and exercise requirements. Acreage or a properly fenced in yard are best for her. If she can get access to a place to swim occasionally, she will be a happier dog. She can be aggressive with other dogs so beware. She is good with older children. As a reminder, never leave a child unsupervised with a puppy or dog.
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The Havanese is a shaggy little dog of ancient European lineage. The ancient Havanese breed has common ancestors with the Barbichon, Bichon and Maltese. It is felt the Havanese probably traveled with Mediterranean trading ships from Europe and the Canaries to the Caribbean islands.
In the 1700s the Havanese was bred and owned by rich landowners and the plantation aristocracy of Cuba. These...
Great Danes are undeniably great dogs with remarkable personality and friendly nature. Many people are dying to have this breed of dog as an additional member of the family.
Typically, a prospective parent would go to a Great Dane breeder and choose which one should he take home among the adorable puppies. Another way to acquire an additional member of the family is through dog adoption....
The Giant Schnauzer is a beautiful dog and she makes a great watch dog and guard dog. She will protect you. On the downside, she really requires an experienced handler and early socializing of pets, other dogs and children. She is a dominant dog and will continually test the waters and push the envelope of who is in charge here anyway?
She is extremely smart and a fast learner. She requires...
The Irish Water Spaniel is considered to be one of the most adept of the hunting breeds at working the water and the land. His admirers believe that in many respects the dog should be classified in the Spaniel group since they believe that the dog has no equal when it comes to it's ability to retrieve the fallen birds out of the water and it uses also the skills of pointing and retrieving when...
