A purebred dog typically refers to a dog of a modern dog breed with a documented pedigree in a stud book and may be registered with a breed club that may also be part of a national kennel club.
Purebred dog may also be used in a different manner to refer to dogs of specific dog types and landraces that are not modern breeds. An example is cited by biologist Raymond Coppinger, of an Italian shepherd who keeps only the white puppies from his sheep guardian dog’s litters, and culls the rest, because he defines the white ones as purebred. Coppinger says, “The shepherd’s definition of pure is not wrong, it is simply different from mine.” However, the usual definition is the one that involves modern breeds.
Difficult Dog Breeds – High Prey Drive. Some dogs love to run, others like to retrieve, and some can’t stop themselves from chasing anything that moves! These dogs likely have high prey drives, which is a strong instinct to hunt. This can sometimes lead to a difficult living situation if you have cats or other small animals, so let’s see which breeds have the highest prey drives.
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Having a dog companion is great. But some breeds may be a bit difficult for a new first-time owner. They are not bad dogs, and in the right hands, can be amazing pets, but these breeds, even though they are small, can overwhelm the new dog owner.
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For as long as humans and dogs have lived together, humans have depended on dogs for protection, whether that be livestock, land, or the family. Many breeds will protect their families, but not all are exceptionally good at it while still maintaining the role of a dedicated family companion. We’ve singled out 10 Family Guard Dog Breeds. Let’s see who they are.
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Best Family Dogs Small to Medium Want a family dog, but size is a concern? Here are 10 fun-sized dogs that can fit easily into
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Having a dog companion is great. But some breeds may be a bit difficult for a new first-time owner. They are not bad dogs, and in the right hands, can be amazing pets, but these breeds can overwhelm the new dog owner.
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Best Small Family Dogs That Don’t Shed If you’re looking for a small family dog and are not quite fond of the idea of dog hair everywhere, these small dog breeds might be just what you’re looking for. Let’s have a look, shall we?
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Grooming is not a chore all of us want to take on and regular trips to a groomer can be expensive. If haircuts and brushing out mats are not your thing, here’s a list of pups that just might tickle your fancy.
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German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever. Who’s smarter? Who’s easier to train? Which makes the best family pet? Which is better? Let’s find out Dog vs Dog.
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Canine Parvovirus is the last thing you want to hear about your puppy. It can be a battle for your pup’s life that can take months of recovery.
The canine parvovirus CPV2 infection is a highly contagious viral illness that affects dogs and is often fatal if left untreated. It’s a horrible virus that can be prevented. Commonly called Parvo, there is no cure, but as we’ll find out not all is bleak.
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Potty training is likely on the top of your to-do list when getting a new puppy. It’s a necessity if the dog is going to live indoors with your family. But, some dog breeds don’t make it such an easy task.Training a dog can be difficult for anyone, especially first-time dog owners. Some breeds are certainly more difficult than others. Let’s see which 10 breeds of puppies just might turn your living room floor into a swamp and I’ll provide some tips along the way.
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