Japanese Dog Breeds That Are Popular in America...

Japanese dog breeds such as the Shiba Inu, Japanese Terrier, Japanese Spitz, Hokkaido, Japanese Chin, and Akita Inu are very popular in America. Americans were introduced to Japanese dog breeds in the early part of the twentieth...

Best Dogs for Kids – Breeds that Parents Should ...

If you are a parent and wish to become a pet parent by bringing home a dog then the first question you should ask yourself is – what are the best dogs...

A Brief Introduction to Hybrid and Designer Dogs...

A hybrid dog is one that is cross-bred from two recognized pure breeds. The pedigree or parentage of hybrids is known. The term is used loosely as a synonym for mixed breeds, tykes, mutts, and mongrels. They are all essentially the same except that in the case of hybrids and designer dogs, the parents’ breed is known while the others are of uncertain ancestry. It is worth noting that many of the pure breeds as we know...

Mutts vs Purebreeds...

So, you want a dog, and you’re not sure if you want a pure breed dog, or if you just want to pick up a mutt from the local shelter. Is there a difference in pure breed dogs and mutts? Which one will make a better pet? Different breeds have vastly different dispositions, attitudes, and personalities, so you need to take that into consideration when you are choosing your dog. If you absolutely have to have a particular...

Finding Out Your Dog’s Genetic Make-up with ...

Have you ever wondered what kind of dog your mixed-breed mutt is? You’re not alone. Most pet owners want to know as much as possible about their dogs. Believe it or not, it’s now possible to find out about your dog’s genetic make-up with affordable home DNA testing. It’s a great idea, and not just for reasons of curiosity, either. Invaluable information can come from knowing the genetic make-up of...