Persistent and excessive air licking in dogs can be caused by anxiety or stress, and some dogs end up doing it quite compulsively. However it can also be a result of illness. Nausea, dental problems … [Read more...]

Why do dogs howl to music? Like the wolves they are descended from, domestic dogs use howling as a means of group communication. But why do some dogs howl when they hear music? Videos of dogs howling … [Read more...]

What is the scruff of a dog? A dog’s scruff is an area of loose skin on the back of their neck. It covers the area from roughly the base of their skull, to the center point between their shoulder … [Read more...]

The best German Shepherd crate size for an adult is usually either 42” or 48”. But, it will depend on the size of your individual GSD. Like any breed, male German Shepherds are often larger than … [Read more...]

The average cost of an Australian Shepherd puppy from a good breeder is between $800 to $1000. Typically, female puppies and unusual patterns like tricolor are more expensive than males or more common … [Read more...]

Why do dogs suckle in their sleep? Suckling or nursing is a natural behavior between puppies and their mothers, but it can worry owners when they see their older dogs suckling in their sleep. Some … [Read more...]

Golden dog breeds have beautiful fur, but despite their popularity it actually comes from a rather unusual gene! Selective breeding for this pale cream coat doesn't seem to have done any harm however. … [Read more...]

The Morkie is a designer dog, with a Maltese and a Yorkshire Terrier for parents. Although hybrid puppies can differ a lot from one another, the typical Morkie temperament isn't too hard to predict. … [Read more...]

Eumelanin is a type of melanin, a pigment that adds color to skin and hair. And it's responsible for the amazing colors that we see in our beautiful brown dogs. When your puppy gets a recessive gene … [Read more...]

Dachshund colors and markings vary almost as much as their cool coat types do. The classic wiener dog pattern most people imagine is black and tan, or solid brown. But they actually can be red, blue, … [Read more...]

How many Chihuahua facts do you know? I bet some of my favorites will surprise you! It's easy to fall in love with these dainty dogs, but they aren't just a pretty face. This breed has an amazing … [Read more...]

Husky names can be inspired by their working sled dog origins or fascinating characteristics. Like that deep, patterned fur coat, soulful expression or fluffy tail! These wolf-like dogs suit names … [Read more...]

The runt of the litter doesn't just mean the smallest puppy in the pack. The littlest puppy in most litters is just as healthy as its siblings, and meets the average measures for height and weight for … [Read more...]

The color grey varies from silver to deep charcoal, and grey dog breeds come in a range of beautiful shades. There are big grey dog breeds and very small ones too. Each has a unique temperament, … [Read more...]

Welcome to our list of great dog names that start with G! Deciding on a name for your pup is no easy task, especially when every member of the family has different ideas, causing a sizzling debate! … [Read more...]

There are lots of pragmatic reasons for wanting to know which breed of dog sheds the least. For me, once I’d narrowed down a shortlist of healthy hounds with the right kind of temperament and exercise … [Read more...]