Blog Entries ( dog breeds )

A sturdy hunting dog, the Beagle should look like a foxhound in miniature. His hunting ability, combined with a merry personality, has made the Beagle one of the most popular dogs in the United States according to AKC® Registration Statistics. The most famous Beagle of all is Snoopy from the comic strip “Peanuts.” Today’s Beagle comes in two height varieties (13 in. and 15 ...

Ever wonder what your mutt is mixed with? These are my two rescued pups, Apollo and Zeus. Apollo is the red dog chewing on the face of Zeus. Many times when I'm out walking them, people ask me what breed my dogs are. The only information I have is what I got from the animal shelter. Apollo was listed as part yellow Labrador ...

Unfortunately, our dogs don’t live nearly as long as we do. The lifespan of a dog depends on the breed, size, and gender. In general, the larger your dog, the less time it will live. So, when you’re thinking of getting a dog that has a long lifespan, consider the smaller breeds or mixes. The average lifespan of a purebred dog is between 10 to 15 ...

In pictures: how breeding has changed four pedigrees A report on pedigree dogs calls for breeders to make sweeping changes to improve the animals' health. The inquiry follows the concerns highlighted in a BBC documentary. Jemima Harrison, the film's Producer/Director, welcomes the recommendations, but believes they may not be fully implemented. The Kennel Club's 137-year old, self-appointed role as the governing body of dogs has ...

Michael Park, Master Woodcarver, creates one of the largest collections of hand-carved, hand-crafted, dog-related products anywhere in the country. All of the products are cast reproductions and are hand painted in Michael's Pennsylvania shop. This master woodcarver brings almost 30 years of woodcarving experience to help bring your custom dog-breed creations to life. He can create a special gift, a custom collectible, and a one-of-a-kind woodcarving. ...