The Yorkshire terrier, playfully referred to as the “Yorkie”, originates from Yorkshire, England and is a member of the toy breed. One of the smallest dog breeds in the world, these dogs are typically long haired with a bluish and tan color. The coat parts down the middle of the back and falls straight and…
The Shih Tzu is a dog with roots in Tibet, where it was bred most likely as a cross between a Pekingese and a Lhasa Apso. This dog, considered to be holy due to the fact that it resembles a lion (which is representative of a Buddhist god), is small with long hair, ears, and…
A German dog by origin, the Rottweiler is a large, muscular dog that is typically dark brown or black with tan markings. The breed requires little maintenance and grooming but lots of training and socialization at an early age to avoid destructive behavior in the future. Because Rottweilers can be loving and extremely loyal when…
Poodles come in many varieties, ranging mostly in size. While the idea of the French poodle has led most people to believe that the breed originated in France, the actual origin is unclear and thought to be Central Europe or Russia. Because of the acceptable haircuts for show dogs, the poodle is often pictured as…
Because many people aren’t skilled at properly training dogs, pit bulls have received a bad reputation for being vicious and aggressive due to attacking people. However, the nature of a pit bull is not aggressive at all; in fact, with the proper training and care, pit bulls are the most loyal and kind dogs you…
Newfoundlands are considered to be “giant” dogs, weighing over 100 pounds in most cases. Often used as a working dog in Newfoundland, these beautiful, gentle dogs actually have webbed feet and a water resistant coat of hair to aid them in swimming and getting around in the snow. Known as gentle giants, these dogs were…
Labradors are fun and interesting dogs that come in many varieties and can be quite entertaining as pets. They are playful, fun loving, and energetic dogs, which is why they are some of the most popular pets in the United States. Because of their bright personalities, Labrador names are usually quite upbeat and often reference…
The Golden retriever is one of several retriever breeds, including the Labrador retriever, all of which were bred as hunting dogs. These were used (and often still are) by hunters to literally retrieve the kill – usually duck and other fowl that is smaller and shot from a distance and landing in an unknown location….
The Dachshund, fondly referred to as the “weenie dog”, comes in three sizes and three varieties. Choose from short-haired, wire-haired, and long-haired dogs, as well as normal, miniature, and toy breeds ranging from a mere 8 pounds and less than 12 inches high to the largest breed at 20 pounds and up to 18 inches…
Chihuahua is more than just a breed of dog; it is a state in Mexico after which the dog breed is named. Therefore, it’s been common in the past to choose ethnic Chihuahua names to match the background. On the other hand, because of their miniature stature, other names have been chosen based on size….