The Bloodhound is a hunting dog best known for its very keen sense of smell. It is a scent hound famous for being able to track after the human scent for days, over great distances. Because of this remarkable skill, Bloodhounds are favored by police departments, including search and rescue groups. Some TV shows portray the Bloodhound as a lazy […]
The Beagle is a scent hound originally bred to help hunters trail after small game. Physically, the Beagle looks similar to the Foxhound, only smaller. Some Beagles are still active trackers today, and work as detection dogs in airports and other entry point areas. But the breed’s pleasant demeanor and convenient size make them more popular as household pets these days. Are you thinking of […]
American Foxhound dogs have been around for more than two centuries. Their calm nature makes them an ideal family dog. Their stamina makes them a perfect jogging partner. Most of all, this hound is even-tempered, gentle and loyal. He’s a potential confidant and best friend to any pet parent. Know more about this breed in […]
The American English Coonhound dogs are known for their speed, endurance and boisterous bark in the field and even at home, thus, not advisable for a neighborhood in close proximity. With his agility and swiftness, his body requires lots of exercises. But on the other hand, he is easy to groom, can be trained and […]
While President-elect Donald Trump has no known pets as of the moment, the past U.S. Presidents happily stayed in the White House with their presidential dogs. Being a president of a country is one tough job and these dogs, in one way or another, made the lives of our past commanders-in-chief a little lighter. It’s […]
The Icelandic Sheepdog is a medium-sized, spitz-type dog breed, which was believed to be a companion of the Vikings. This breed was primarily used as a herding dog, helping the pioneers in Iceland look after sheep, cattle, and horses. It faced extinction a few times in its known history. But thanks to preservation efforts, the breed’s number has […]
The Great Dane is one of the largest dog breeds in the world and often recognized as the tallest. A Great Dane named Zeus holds the world record of being the tallest dog, standing at 44 inches at the shoulder. Many Great Danes are actually taller than people when they stand on their hind legs. It’s quite clear a breed this […]
The Jack Russell Terrier is a small dog originally bred for fox hunting. It was developed to excel in its line of work and to this day, plenty of its hunting traits are still intact. It can be easy to underestimate the Jack Russell Terrier because of its size. Well, this breed might be small […]
An Azawakh is an African sighthound attracted to motions around its environment like running children, cyclist, and other moving animals. Could this be your next furry best friend? Read on! Azawakh: Get to Know This Regal Sighthound The Azawakh got its name from the Azawakh Valley where it originated. They’re the type of dog who don’t […]
The Basset Hound is a scent hound and was originally bred to hunt small games like rabbits. Like its ancestor, the Bloodhound, Bassets have a very keen sense of smell and a good tracking ability. They are an iconic breed, too, being the model of the footwear brand Hush Puppies and the inspiration behind the animated cartoon character Droopy. Learn more about the Basset Hound […]