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1: The Dalmatian: A brief history of this breed

The breed was named after Dalmatia, a place in Western Yugoslavia on the Adriatic sea, which at one time was part of Austria. However, the dogs were known in other parts of the world as well long b...

By: Hector Sanchez

2: So You Want a Bull Terrier

Responsibility is what makes a person. So we felt it our responsibility to elaborate more on dog breed so that not only us, but everyone knew more about it! The Bull Terrier is a good dog t...

By: Liz Henderson

3: Bearded Collie - Great For The Family

The Bearded Collie is a medium sized dog that weighs between 40-58 pounds. They are 20" to 22" in height. Their abundant hair gives the impression that they are larger than they actually ...

By: Dakota Dog

4: Meet The Beauceron

The Beauceron is a large dog that weighs between 75-110 lbs. Their height ranges between 24" to 27 ½". Loyal, protective and territorial, the Beauceron makes an excellent watchdog ...

By: Dakota Dog

5: Bedlington Terrier - A Playful Companion

The Bedlington Terrier is a small to medium sized dog that weighs between 18-23 pounds. Their height generally ranges between 15" to 17". This breed resembles a little lamb, but don't let...

By: Dakota Dog

6: Get To Know The Belgian Sheepdog

The Belgian Sheepdog is one of four sheepdogs originating in Belgium. It is also known as the Belgian Groenendael (Grow-en-en-doll ) or Chien de Berger Belge. In some countries they are all conside...

By: Dakota Dog

7: Belgian Tervuren - An Energetic Worker

One of four Belgian Sheepdogs, the Belgian Tervuren is often mistaken for a German Shepherd because they closely resemble each other in size, coat and color. It is pronounced Ter-VER-en. The Belgia...

By: Dakota Dog

8: Pug Care and Breed Information

Pug dogs are perky, small dogs that have a short, sleek coat and cute inquisitive face. These loyal dogs are extremely smart and sensitive to commands. They are sturdy and rugged, love to play and ...

By: Lee Dobbins

9: The history of the Teacup Chihuahua

Before the world even knew of the expression teacup chihuahua, regular chihuahuas have had quite a history of their own. They were first registered with the American Kennel Club in 1904 after being...

By: Kari Eriksson

10: The Pug - Little Dog In Charge

Small and spunky, the pug dates back over 2000 years. Their story is rich in history and they have been favorite subjects for many painters. They weigh between 14-18 pounds and are 10 inches to 14 ...

By: Dakota Dog

How to Turn Your Dog Into a Perfect Companion

Learning how to turn your dog into a perfect companion takes time and effort but is well worth it to create a harmonious living environment for you both. If approached the right way, the training process can even be an enj...

By: Terence Young

How To Effectively Crate Train Your Dog

Using a crate to train your dog is one of the best methods available. Crate training works well because it ties in with the natural instincts of your dog. By using this method of training you will have a clean home and a d...

By: Michael Colucci

Teaching Your Dog With Confidence and Respect

The first thing that any successful animal trainer must do is win the confidence and respect of the animal to be trained. This important piece of advice definitely applies to the training of dogs. As social pack animals, d...

By: Robert Bercume

The Navy says that three dogs died and dozens more were in poor health after being neglected by a private security contractor in Chicago that had been hired to train the dogs to detect explosives.

A 62-year-old man who kept 23 dogs at his home in Witney, Oxfordshire, is prosecuted for failing to stop them barking.

DETROIT, March 10 (UPI) -- A federal judge in Detroit says about 30 dogs seized from a fighting ring can be adopted or placed in foster homes.

The producer of a BBC documentary about poor health in pedigree dogs accuses the Kennel Club of not doing enough to improve matters since its broadcast in 2008.

A security firm whose bomb dogs came under scrutiny in a CBS2/Chicago Sun-Times investigation in 2006 is now being blamed by the Navy for neglecting dozens of bomb dogs, three of which have died.The n...