Long before shotguns were used to kill birds when hunting, nets were used to catch the foul, which were helped by dogs that were trained to crouch whenever they pointed game. “Setters” as these dogs were called, were the foundation of today’s . The English Setter is the oldest dog known from these groups. In [...] Read more »
Havanese Dog
Originating from the Mediterranean during ancient times, the Havanese dog comes from a family of small dogs known as the Barbichon (now called Bichon) family. They showed up in large quantities throughout Cuba when Spanish traders brought them as gifts to give to the Cuban women. This allowed open trade between the two peoples. Cubans [...] Read more »
Tibetan Spaniel
The Tibetan Spaniel is a feisty and playful member of the Non-Sporting Group. Small in stature, but tall in personality, the Tibetan has a maximum height of 10 inches and weighs anywhere from 9 to 15 pounds. The body is slightly longer than it is tall, and the face of these dogs are ape-like in [...] Read more »
Irish Setter Dog
The Irish Setter is a beautiful, happy-go-lucky dog that was bred to hunt enthusiastically with lots of energy. This dog breed has a natural sense of happiness and excitability towards life. He makes a fantastic companion with both adults and children so long as there is enough activity to keep the dog happy. In fact, [...] Read more »
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier dog is a playful member of the Terrier Group. They love having fun, and even though they look tough on the outside they thrive on love, attention, and lots of human affection. These dogs are amiable, easy to train, and are typically responsive to its owner’s commands. Read more »
Bichon Frise
These cute dogs are bouncy, playful, and extremely perky with character. Some dog enthusiasts say that the Bichon Frise manages a happy-go-lucky outlook towards life. These dogs are so friendly that strangers can come up to them and pet the dogs with no worry of aggression. And suffice to say, the Bichon Frise gets along [...] Read more »
Border Terrier
The Border Terrier dog is considered as being one of the most amiable members of the Terrier Group. They love to stay busy and are highly intelligent, making them easy to train. These dogs are the perfect pet for a family that not only appreciates a well-mannered house dog, but also loves to roam the [...] Read more »
Sealyham Terrier
The Sealyham Terrier is unlike other terriers. This terrier is unusually calm and mild-mannered. They have the look of a short-legged toy dog but with the function of a great hunter. Sealyham Terriers are perfect for any family that enjoys a dog that is easy to look after and small enough to take anywhere. Read more »
Alaskan Malamute
The Alaskan Malamute is a large, powerful dog that is strong-willed and independent, yet obedient and loving towards its owners. They love running around or pulling a sled outside. They are a family oriented dog breed that is sociable towards people but may be overly aggressive towards other animals, especially strange dogs. Read more »
Doberman Pinscher Dog
During the 1800s, a man named Louis Doberman from Thuringen in Germany had a career of collecting taxes. Every day he would set out on foot and literally walk door-to-door asking people to pay their overdue taxes. Read more »
