Dogs who were bred for jobs that require decision making, intelligence, and concentration, such as herding livestock, need to exercise…
Dog Breed Characteristics
Want to know which dogs are least likely to drool? How about what breeds might be easiest to train? Check out our Best Breeds/Worst Breeds lists in the categories most often considered when adopting a new pup.
A vigorous dog may or may not have high energy, but everything they do, they do with vigor: they strain…
Being gentle with children, sturdy enough to handle the heavy-handed pets and hugs they can dish out, and having a…
Common in most breeds during puppyhood and in Retriever breeds at all ages, mouthiness means a tendency to nip, chew,…
Some dogs are perpetual puppies — always begging for a game — while others are more serious and sedate. Although…
Some breeds have hearty appetites and tend to put on weight easily. As in humans, being overweight can cause health…
Dogs with a high prey drive have an instinctive desire to stalk, capture, and prey upon potential food sources. Dogs…
Some dogs will let a stern reprimand roll off their backs, while others take even a dirty look to heart.…
Get ready to meet the giants of the doggy world! Large dog breeds aren’t just big balls of fluff, they’re…
Some breeds sound off more often than others. When choosing a breed, think about how often the dog vocalizes. Learn…
Some breeds bond very closely with their family and are more prone to worry or even panic when left alone…
Breeds with very short coats and little or no undercoat or body fat, such as Greyhounds, are vulnerable to the…
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Teaching your dog some tricks is a fun bonding experience for you and your dog. Watch these videos to learn…
You can have it both ways: Check out this list of small dog breeds who aren't yappy. If you're looking…
Some dogs have a bizarre but adorable trait of sticking their tongues out all of the time. Sometimes it's just…
Tear stains appear in certain breeds more often than others, and they can indicate a lot of different things. It's…
If your dog has started making an odd honking sound, it can be a bit concerning. Reverse sneezing often sounds…
