While they make great pets, English Bull Terriers are known for being challenging at times. … English Bull Terriers suit active families really well as they have high energy levels and love human company. They are great for experienced owners who have the patience to train them. Is a bullRead More →
Most breeds calm down a great deal as they get older. Airedales, while they do show the effects of age, tend to stay very energetic their entire lives. Are Airedales good for first time owners? Airedale Terrier Having a mind of their own is their ultimate trait, which can makeRead More →
Scotties are known for barking, and they will bark at people, sounds and often out of boredom. You want to show your Scottie that when he barks, an unpleasant noise occurs. Don’t let him see you making a noise. Drop a loud, unbreakable object such as marbles, pebbles or aRead More →
Staffies, or Staffords, as they are known, are muscular, fearless little dogs, with a short, broad, head and pronounced cheek muscles, and have natural uncropped ears. And can you say cute? Pit bulls, as a catch-all term, are often similar in type, except with a little more leg. Are EnglishRead More →
The Wheaten’s signature pale beige coat does not come in until he reaches adulthood. Wheaten puppies are born different colors, including white or creme (and beyond!), and puppies under a year may carry deeper coloring and occasional black tipping. Do wheaten terriers like to cuddle? All Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier parentsRead More →
Sturdy and fun loving, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dog breed is a friend to one and all. They’re relatively easygoing for a terrier, need a moderate amount of exercise, and can make a great family dog. Although these are purebred dogs, you may still find them in shelters andRead More →
This particular breed lends itself to a higher risk of allergies, and the types of allergies range from a variety of inhalants to food allergies. The reactions usually are revealed on the skin as their immune systems are overreacting to the particular allergens. Do Parson Russells shed? Grooming. The ParsonRead More →
Boston Terriers are devoted companions that prefer company, but they can be left home alone for four to eight hours if a safe space—such as a dogproof area or a crate—is provided. They can be difficult to housetrain, and being left alone before they’ve learned to hold their bladder mayRead More →
Warm summer temperatures at the beach can pose a threat to a dog’s health. … Take caution with brachycephalic (short-muzzled) breeds, such as English bulldogs, Boston terriers, boxers, pugs, Pekinese and shih tzus, because they overheat more quickly than long-snouted dogs. Do Boston Terriers like to cuddle? Snuggling and cuddlingRead More →
Among the dogs that swim naturally and gladly, she said, are water spaniels, setters, retrievers, Barbets, akitas, Kerry blue terriers, poodles and Hungarian pulis. What dog breeds do not like to swim? Which Dog Breeds Can’t Swim? Bulldogs. Both English bulldogs and French bulldogs possess the triple threat of flatRead More →