That shell shocked “you’re kidding me” look can only mean one thing. It’s Monday. Already. Photo...
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A “Green” Solution to Protecting Livestock
At National Purebred dog Day, we are big fans of Livestock Guardian Dogs, a “green” solution to protecting l...
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The Dog’s Ear, Part II
Not long ago, we shared this image with you that identified the “antihelix” part of the ear (and to our imme...
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The Kuvasz: Livestock Guardian Dog
At National Purebred dog Day, we are big fans of Livestock Guardian Dogs, a “green” solution to protecting l...
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Dalmatians are Black OR Liver, but Not Both on the Same Dog
Dalmatians are black OR liver, but not both on the same dog – and from this point on, we’re walking into the...
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The Second Most Popular Breed By State
The Labrador Retriever is the most popular breed in America, but what is the second most popular breed? Here it is by s...
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Reece Witherspoon’s “LouAnn”
A few days ago, Reece Witherspoon teased Instagram followers with a clue about a new addition to her life: “She ro...
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The Monk’s Cap
On the heads of some Saint Bernards is a skullcap-like marking said to be very special. The round spot, or “island...
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Catherine the Great’s Favorite Breed
Catherine the Great died of a stroke while sitting on the commode in the palace at St. Petersburg. There, we said it. Sa...
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The Braque du Puy
Back in the day, France had popular pointing dog known for its speed, elegance, and sighthound-like lines. Known as the ...
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The Groom’s Pocket Piece
Smaller Manchester Terriers were once carried in specially designed leather pouches suspended from a horse rider’s...
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Feathering in the CKC
The “fringy” hair that’s long, silky and straight, and usually seen on the ears, back of the front leg...
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Poodles Can Hunt!
The next time someone in your company refers to the Poodle as a “foo foo” dog, give them a gentle V-8 smack ...
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What Can You Say?
“I, uh…..I can explain.” Show us your muddy dogs! Image from BarkBox...
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Name the Breed of These Puppies
The puppies you see in the thumbnail sketch are said to be the world’s rarest breed with only 800 registered world...
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Want To See a Braque du Puy? You Can’t, It’s Extinct
We’re always delighted to share different breeds with you, particularly ones that are new to some of you. Sadly, s...
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The Dog Once Known as the “Groom’s Pocket Piece”
Smaller Manchester Terriers were once carried in specially designed leather pouches suspended from a horse rider’s...
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Deaf Dog Awareness Week
Being deaf isn’t a roadblock to happiness, and September 20 through September 26 marks “Deaf Dog Awareness W...
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The Deaf Dog
First, a caveat. We are not experts on canine deafness, and we defer to the people who know more about this than we do. ...
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12 Quick Facts About Deaf Dogs
12 Quick Facts About Deaf Dogs by Heather Pate, 2002 1Deaf dogs don’t know they are deaf. 2) Deaf dogs don’t...
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