Pug Could Become Official State Dog

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From the DoggieNews Blog .. Lawmakers in the State of Delaware are considering a bill that would make the Pug the official state dog. Apparently, the pug’s intelligence and small stature best reflect’s the nation’s second … Read More

History of the Neapolitan Mastiff

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History of the Neapolitan Mastiff By Peter Mangano The Neapolitan mastiff has been recognized as a breed in the modern world only since 1949. However through bas reliefs, paintings and statues dating from 3000 years before … Read More

The Magnificent Andalusian

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The Magnificent Andalusian By Michael Russell The Andalusian lineage dates back to prehistoric times. Cave paintings, discovered on the Iberian Peninsula and dated 20000 to 30000 B.C., show the Iberian Horse clearly. It is thought that … Read More

Horse .. The Paso Fino

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Horses -The Paso Fino By Michael Russell When Christopher Columbus landed in the New World in 1492, he found a continent without horses. After returning to Spain, upon his return to the Americas, he brought back … Read More

Horse Racing – The Sport of Kings

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Horse Racing – The Sport of Kings By Michael Russell Thousands of years ago, man discovered that an animal from the Equus order was good for carrying his burdens and lightening his load. Then one day, … Read More

The Majestic Arabian Horse

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The Majestic Arabian Horse By Michael Russell Bedouins believed that the horse was a gift from Allah. It was to be cherished, revered, almost worshipped. The Arabian horse has been bred for centuries, with its beginnings … Read More

American Saddlebred

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American Saddlebred By Michael Colucci The American Saddlebred is a breed of horse developed in the state of Kentucky. Today they are featured in many showring competitions, and they are also used for racing, parades, and … Read More

American Paint Horse

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American Paint Horse By Michael Colucci The American Paint Horse is a breed of horses which are known for having a percentage of white hair over skin combined with another color. This color pattern is one … Read More

The Real Pit Bull Terrier Dog: Exposing the Myths

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The Real Pit Bull Terrier Dog: Exposing the Myths By Tim Amherst When many people think of Pit Bulls, they automatically think of all the bad things they have heard about them. While Pit Bulls can … Read More

Pitbulls

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Pitbulls By Kent Pinkerton Pit Bulls can be termed as America’s most-loved as well as most-feared dogs at the same time. American homes have always had pit bulls as worthy affectionate pets, but a series of … Read More

Pit Bull Terrier Myths: Not Really the Dog You've Heard Them to Be

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Pit Bull Terrier Myths: Not Really the Dog You’ve Heard Them to Be By Tim Amherst Pit Bulls are undeniably the most controversial canine pet at the current time. They are the first to be pulled … Read More

The Chihuahua!

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The Chihuahua! By Connie Limon The Chihuahua is one of the few breeds native to the Americans. Ancestors of the Chihuahua trace back to the early Olmec, Toletec and Aztec civilizations of Central American and Mexico. … Read More

What Chihuahua Puppy Really Makes Your Heart Race?

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What Chihuahua Puppy Really Makes Your Heart Race? By Connie Limon According to the AKC standard a Chihuahua should not exceed 6 pounds. In real life, however, they do. Some Chihuahuas weigh in at 10 pounds … Read More

Yo Quiero Chihuahuas: the Tiny Lap Dog with the Big Personality

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Yo Quiero Chihuahuas: the Tiny Lap Dog with the Big Personality By Evan Richer This small, spunky dog breed is famous for coining the phrase Yo quiero Taco Bell. Who doesn’t remember the commercials in which … Read More

Choosing a Chihuahua Puppy

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Choosing a Chihuahua Puppy By Connie Limon First of all you want your Chihuahua to look like a Chihuahua. He or she should be a tiny dog with a fairly stocky build. The head of a … Read More

Arabian Horse

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Arabian Horse By Michael Colucci The Arabian horse is an animal which has lived on the Arabian Peninsula for well over 2000 years. These horses were properly bred to demonstrate many traits which were attractive, such … Read More

Draft (Draught) Horses – Percherons

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Draft (Draught) Horses – Percherons By Michael Russell History Although the exact origins of the Percheron have been lost over the years, there are several different beliefs about their roots. There are those who believe that … Read More

Draft (Draught) Horses – Friesians and Gypsy Cobs

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Draft (Draught) Horses – Friesians and Gypsy Cobs By Michael Russell Friesians Brief History This draft breed is rooted in Friesland, Northwestern Europe, which is now a part of the Netherlands. The original stock was descended … Read More

Draft (Draught) Horses – The Clydesdale

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Draft (Draught) Horses – The Clydesdale By Michael Russell History This heavy draft horse traces its roots to the early 19th century in the Lanarkshire (formerly Clydesdale) district of Scotland. There was a strong need for … Read More

Draft (Draught) Horses – The Belgian

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Draft (Draught) Horses – The Belgian By Michael Russell History As the name implies. this breed originated in Belgium. Back in the medieval times, the center of Western Europe became well-known for the large black horses … Read More

Draft (Draught) Horses – The American Cream

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Draft (Draught) Horses – The American Cream By Michael Russell History This breed is the only draft breed to originate in the United States. The granddam of the line was a draft mare (Old Granny) who … Read More

Horses – The Lipizzaners

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Horses – The Lipizzaners By Michael Russell Some History of the Lipizzaners The aristocratic Lipizzaners are descended from the Iberian Horse, which is the oldest breed in the world. Iberians were used as war horses from … Read More

The Story Of The Shih Tzu

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The Story Of The Shih Tzu By Connie Limon Far away in Tibet, a country with a recorded history going back almost 1,500 years is where our Shih Tzu began. The country was noted for its … Read More

Designer Dog Breed – Meet The Roodle

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Designer Dog Breed – Meet The Roodle By Rebecca Prescott Celebrities like Paris Hilton may carry their dogs in their Gucci handbags, accessorized to the glittering collar. But the recent trend in designer dogs seems to … Read More

The Attitude of a Toy Breed

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The Attitude of a Toy Breed By Connie Limon Does your little toy dog know who is in charge? Or do they think they are in charge? Some people are not bothered that their little toy … Read More

A Profile of the Shih Tzu

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A Profile of the Shih Tzu By Andrew Strachan The Shih Tzu is classed by the AKC in the toy class. Being a small dog Shih Tzu’s will not need a lot of food but they … Read More

"Designer" or Mixed Breed Dogs

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“Designer” or Mixed Breed Dogs By Gage Killian Designer dogs are the up and coming rage among Hollywood and dog lovers alike. Dogs like the puggle (pug + beagle), the cockapoo aka cockerpoo or spoodle(cocker-spaniel + … Read More

Maltese Dog – Training And Understanding The Breed

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Maltese Dog – Training And Understanding The Breed By Sagi Venkata Ramana The Maltese dog is one of the smaller breeds of dogs. This cute looking dog makes for a great pet. It has a long … Read More

Pomeranian Dog Information – It's All Here!

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Pomeranian Dog Information – It’s All Here! By Sagi Venkata Ramana The Pomeranian is a small and a sturdy dog. This highly active and lovable dog is liked for its smiling and lovable demeanor. This is … Read More

Breed Profile – Greyhound

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Dog Breed Profile – Greyhound By Stephanie Bayliss History There are conflicting opinions regarding the origin of the Greyhound, from the Celts who believed that they came from Greece, to the Romans who believed that they … Read More

Selecting a Pit Bull Terrier Puppy From a Dog Breeder

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Selecting a Pit Bull Terrier Puppy From a Dog Breeder By Tim Amherst Many people in the market for a Pit Bull puppy choose to buy that puppy from a breeder. It is important to talk … Read More

Breed Profile – Rhodesian Ridgeback

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Dog Breed Profile – Rhodesian Ridgeback By Stephanie Bayliss History Records show that ridgebacked dogs were used in South Africa as hunting and companion dogs as far back as the 15th Century. They were used to … Read More

Breed Profile – Border Collies

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Dog Breed Profile – Border Collies By Stephanie Bayliss History Border Collies date back many, many years, although were given the name Border Collie around 1915. They were bred out of necessity; shepherds in the borders … Read More

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