The dolichocephalic or long face dog has an elongated skull and jaw bones, which give them their characteristic long heads. Dolichocephalic dog head shapes are closer to the natural shape of their ancestor, the wolf. This protects them from the myriad of health problems caused by brachycephaly. Despite this, long […] Read More

Chocolate Dachshund dogs usually have a brown coat with tan markings on their muzzle and feet. You can also find them with cream markings, or even dapple coats if they happen to inherit the merle gene. They can come in wire or long haired varieties, but short haired chocolate puppies […] Read More

The Catahoula Leopard Dog temperament is well suited to active homes that are used to owning a driven dog. This breed makes a great working companion, but may be too demanding for a novice owner! They are sheep herding, cattle driving, guardian and even sled dogs historically. This means they […] Read More

Pet loss quotes can help your broken heart begin to heal, or help you to sympathize with a grieving family member or friend. They can be powerfully emotive when you are mourning the painful loss of a pet. Pet loss quotes can reassure you about a tough decision or be […] Read More

There is something special about really big dogs. Something that makes us feel warm and safe. From the story of Peter Pan to the tragic tale of Gelert, literature and folklore brims with legends of giant dogs that loyally protect their human friends. Big dogs are often tall and leggy, […] Read More

Dog breeds that start with P include some of the best pet and working dogs around. From the tiniest breeds to the most powerful, one of these puppy personalities will fit into any home. Today we are going to take a look at the mixed and purebred dog breeds that […] Read More

German Shepherds are not always good with other dogs. In fact, many studies into canine aggression have stated that German Shepherds score higher than average for hostility towards other dogs. However, dogs that grow up together are more likely to get along than those that are introduced at a later […] Read More

Yellow dog breeds come in a range of shades from almost white to pale fawn. There are a few pups that only come with yellow coats, but plenty more than can inherit this beautiful trait. But the gene that creates a yellow coat in dogs is recessive, a puppy needs […] Read More

There isn’t a definitive threshold for what is considered a small dog. Lots of pet food manufacturers, vets and groomers subscribe to an informal definition that small dogs weigh around 20 lbs or less. But whenever describing a dog’s size has real world consequences it is important to be accurate […] Read More

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 and even seizures can result in this unusual behavior. If you can’t think of anything […] 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 to music are definitely cute, but is there a scientific reason for why […] 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 blades. And it’s about as wide as the distance between […] 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 females. So males will often need a slightly bigger space. It’s best to buy […] 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 dogs will noisily suckle on thin air, others will chew or suckle on a blanket, […] Read More