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.
American Pit Bull Terriers, and so-called Bully Breeds all around are perhaps the most misunderstood of all dogs. They have been vilified in the media, glorified by those who dare to defend their honor, and are the subjects of tall tales and urban legends. Well, we want to dispel the myths and cut through the “bull” with our list of lies and damn lies about Pit Bulls…Keep watching if you can handle the truth!
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These two scent hounds are quite similar in color and markings, and they are both very popular AKC breeds. But you want to know more than who can win a popularity contest, don’t you? Let’s take a closer look at the Beagle and the Basset Hound and decide which may be the better pet for you…Snoopy or Droopy?
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10 Dogs with the Worst Farts – Gassy Dog Breeds
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So, you love dogs, but not cleaning up ginormous amounts of dog hair. If you’re looking for a small canine companion that won’t coat your sofa or trigger your allergies, keep reading. From small dogs that don’t shed at all, to those that shed minimally, here are 10 small breeds that don’t require buying stock in lint rollers or antihistamines.
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For those of us who prefer a dog you can take anywhere, a small dog is the perfect sidekick. But a small, companion dog doesn’t necessarily mean “lap dog.” If you want a dog you can take anywhere who will play with you when you get there, then our list of the ten most playful small dog breeds is for you.
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Nothing says “Southern,” like fried chicken and biscuits, sweet tea, or a honey-dipped, “Bless your heart.” …Well, nothing except a faithful hunting dog that will relentlessly track game not only on the ground, but up a tree. These expert tracking dogs are called coonhounds, named after the most prolific of all tree climbing animals, the raccoon. Here are our picks for the top coonhound breeds to take you “over the river and through the woods.”
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From the Roman Molossian to Sergeant Stubby to Conan the Belgian Malinois that helped US forces take out ISIS leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, let’s look at how dogs have changed the face of war.
Dogs have certain attributes and physiological traits that make them more than suitable for certain jobs. Intelligence is the most important trait that any working dog must possess. Add affection, loyalty and empathy to the mix and you’ve got the makings of a great therapy or service dog. But when those virtues are combined with alertness, courage and tenacity, you get one of the canine elite, a military or “war dog”—a dog that is in the service.
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Velcro dogs. Gotta love ‘em, even though they can invade our personal space and make it hard for us to get around, especially if they’re a medium or large breed. If you love being close to your pup but don’t want to be smothered by them, literally, then check out our list of the ten best small Velcro dog breeds.
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It’s a dog’s nature to be affectionate and loyal, but some breeds are wired to put more effort into protecting you and your property. They know it’s their duty to “protect and serve,” whether they’re at home or on the job. The following breeds are our picks for the ten best guard dogs —the real-life Paw Patrol.
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What would change If Dogs Took Over the World?
Dogs don’t ask for much. They just settle for being fed, walked, and loved. But what would the world be like if dogs made the rules? …Implemented social policies? …Laid down the law? What would change if dogs took over the world?
