Category: Dog Breeds

Tibetan Spaniel is Sweet, happy, smart, and intelligent, the Tibetan is a great little dog that gets along exceptionally well with children and makes a devoted and loving family pet. Tibetan Spaniel Characteristics This is a dog that is very trusting yet is also very protective of his family. The Tibetan is an independent little dog and can be stubborn and willful at times. He has a curious personality and enjoys attention and involvement with his owners. They are very good burglar alarms, but if prevented from sitting on a window sill or from seeing passing traffic and people, and dogs, they are not noisy. They love clean bedding and will often curl up in the clean linen basket for asleep. They can be very determined and amazingly strong-willed and owners need to be prepared to make rules or the Tibby will be ruling the roost in no time! They are never boring and many of them love making their owners laugh at their funny antics.

Pug dog, A stout and sturdy little dog with a small, compact body, the Pug is a distinctive looking toy dog with a very expressive face, big, dark eyes, and a rather mournful appearance. The coat of this breed is sleek and soft and is complemented by soft ears that are velvety to the touch. The short flat muzzle is flat, and the skin on the face rests in folds, which adds to the expressiveness of this dog’s appearance. Sporting a thickset, square body shape, this breed has a short back and a curly tail. This dog has a robust and muscular body structure. The coat of the Pug can come in fawn, black, silver, or apricot. Pug Dog Temperament Loving, affectionate, and very intelligent, the Pug is a very loyal little dog and has real character. This is also a curious and lively breed and can be quite strong-willed and cheeky at times. Entertaining and playful,

Hairless dog, Do you find yourself referring to canines simply as our furry friends? The term “furry friends” as it applies to all dogs might be a bit of an assumption. For those unaware, there are dog breeds out there that are hairless, meaning they have minimal to no fur. Though these pups are relatively rare, they do exist. Here’s a snapshot of five hairless dog breeds you may not have known about. Top 5 Hairless Dogs -: 1. Chinese Crested (Hairless) The Chinese Crested is one of the most popular breeds of hairless dogs but is still a rarity. Despite the name, the Chinese Crested owes its roots to Africa. His association with China most likely comes from Chinese sailors who brought the breed’s ancestors back from trading expeditions. Back in China, the dogs were bred for their smallness, and became skilled in the art of killing rats, making them valuable assets on sailing boats.

  Skye Terrier Dog Info Sheet: Trainability: Medium Watchdog: Very high Shedding: Medium Grooming: Medium Exercise Requirements: Medium Good with Children: Yes Activity Level: Medium AKC Popularity: 146th of 155 Skye Terrier Dog Temperament   Affectionate, bold, and full of courage, the Skye Terrier is a very loyal and loving dog and is protective and alert as well as playful.   This breed can be wary around strangers, can be dog aggressive, and likes to chase other small animals, so this should be taken into account. The Skye Terrier enjoys being part of a family and should be fine around considerate children. This dog can be snappy and even bite at strangers that try to touch him, and therefore early socialization is recommended. Skye Terrier Dog Physical features The Skye Terrier Dog has an attractive and alert expression, added to by its dark eyes and its stand up ears. It has a strong muzzle, black nose,

The Spanish Water dog can trace its history back several hundred years, certainly as far back as the middle ages, although there are different theories as to the true origin the most accepted is that it was introduced by the Turks who traded in sheep and used them as sheepdogs, in Spain, it is often referred to as the Andalusian Turk. The Spanish Water dogs were used for a variety of tasks, they were used as sheepdogs to move sheep and goats, fisherman used them to retrieve equipment from the water and also stray fish that escaped from the nets, using their diving ability and to guard the catch once landed, and as hunting dogs used as retrievers, particularly in water. Characteristics Of Spanish Water Dog Spanish Water dogs are a lively, athletic and versatile guarding breed, they are very intelligent and easy to train as they pick things up very quickly, however, intelligence also makes them just as likely to pick up unwanted behavior and as they can be quite manipulative they are apt at training their owners and can be quite bossy if they are allowed to let themselves believe they are in charge.

  It is believed that setters evolved from various crosses of spaniels and for several centuries they were known as “setting spaniels”. The English setter as we know it today was largely developed during the 19th century by Mr. Laverack and Mr. Llewellin. History of English Setter:       Over the last 100 years the strains that these 2 gentlemen favored have diverged, generally speaking, the “Laverack setters” are the type we see in the show ring today and the “Llewelyn setters ” are of a lighter build and have been selected not for their looks but their working ability.   English setters are “bird dogs” – their instinct is, by using scent, to hunt and find game birds. When the dog scents a bird he will point or “sett” it – a well-trained dog will only flush out the birds on the command of his handler. Setters are not expected to retrieve. Characteristics:  

It is probable that, in common with other giant breed dogs, Saint Bernard originates from ancient Tibet, where Tibetan Mastiffs guarded the monasteries. These dogs were acquired by other races and used as hunting and war dogs.   Alexander the Great probably introduced giant dogs to Europe. When Pyrrhus, heir of Alexander and King of Epirus, introduced the dogs to Italy, subsequently, the Romans called the dogs Molossus, after the town of Molossis in Epirus.     Saint Bernard is believed to be descended from the heavier of the Molossus types. Since the first century AD, they developed relatively purely in the isolated Swiss Valais region.   It is known that they were used for mountain rescue work at least since the 1700s by the monks of the Hospice Of the Great St Bernard; this Hospice was founded on the instruction of Archdeacon Bernard de Menthon to provide shelter and protection for travelers.   Characteristics Of Saint Bernard Dog  

If you are planning to get a kid friendly dogs that will spend time around children you’ll want to choose one of the more gentle breeds that are known to interact well with families. Please remember that even though some breeds of dogs are better with children each dog is an individual. You should supervise your new kid friendly dogs around children until you are comfortable with their personality. Children may sometimes get a little rough with dogs and you want one that will tolerate a tug on their ear or tail once in a while. You will also want to make sure the dog doesn’t play too rough with youngsters. Best 5 Kid friendly dogs List-: The following is a list of 5 of the top kid friendly dogs breed that is known to do well with children. There are many other breeds that are good with kids so if you aren’t interested in any below just do a little research to find yourself a great match for your family.

The Coton de Tulear is a very friendly, affectionate, loving, and gentle breed, and tends to get on well with other animals, dogs, and children. Coton de Tulear Temperament This breed has a very sociable personality and loved being around its family and owners. This is a dog that loves to please and is eager, alert, and intelligent. The Coton de Tulear is a fast learner, which means that training can be fun and effective. However, this breed also has a very independent and stubborn streak, and this can make training more difficult unless you adopt the right attitude and training method. Coton de Tulear Physical Features The name Coton de Tulear derives from the French term for cotton, and a very distinctive feature of this breed is the beautiful, cotton-like coat, which is fluffy and long. The coloring of the coat is white or black and white, although it can be tri-colored with yellow markings.

Lhasa Apso Temperament Friendly, lively, and intelligent, the Lhasa dog is a devoted and high spirited creature, which makes a great pet and companion, and is devoted to its master. However, at the same time, this breed can be very assertive and willful and therefore best suited to a more dominant person. The Lhasa dog does not like to be alone, and at times can be quite snappy. The breed does not respond well to boisterous or rough children and can be nervous around kids, which can also make them snappish. This breed is also a way of strangers, and although it will get on okay with other pets, in general, maybe aggressive around other dogs in the household. Lhasa Apso Physical Features The Lhasa dog is a small, shaggy dog, and is covered in a beautiful, silky, but heavy double coat, which curtains and drapes down both sides of its body right to the floor.