Maybe you’ve dreamed of owning a dog, but you feel that you just can’t keep up with all that is required in caring for one. Although all dogs need attention and care, some dogs are more low-maintenance than other breeds. However, when talking about low maintenance, there are several concerns that need to be addressed. […]
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Dogs are a joyful addition to any family. There are a multitude of breeds to choose from. Although each dog is unique, most of them have traits that are typical for each breed. Some dogs are easy to train because of their high levels of intelligence. Making the list of the seven most intelligent breeds […]
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Mutt owners, rejoice! Now you can have an answer when people ask you “What kind of dog is that?” The Canine Heritage ™ Breed Test from MMI Genomics can analyze a sample of your dog’s DNA with state-of-the-art technology to tell your dog’s heritage. A quick and easy test kit can be purchased from their […]
Choosing the right dog can be a difficult task, especially if you’re given the task of choosing the right dog that fits your entire family. There are hundreds of different breeds to consider and it’s important to choose one that suits your needs, rather than the cutest puppy you can find at the current point […]
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Mar
Personal opinion on this subject is widely varied. Some of us will swear that you can’t grade a dog on intelligence solely on it’s “breed”. I’ve owned several “Heinz 57 Mutt dogs”, that show extreme intelligence. Based on how quickly some breeds tend to learn though, there is a list of the “smartest” full bred […]
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Dr. Stanley Coren is a professor at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Coren produced a book in the 1990s about the different levels of intelligence in different breeds of dogs. He observed 132 different breeds of dog with their trainers and based his findings on “understanding of new commands” and “obey first command.” Here […]
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One of the reasons Shetland Sheepdogs (Shelties) are so popular is in part due to their good temperaments. On the whole, Shelties are submissive dogs who would rather run from a fight than pick a fight. They also love to interact with their people and need to be kept in the house with you in […]