The Akita is one of seven Japanese dog breeds designated as natural monuments, but it was not always recognized by this name. The Akita dog breed is thought to be descended from the now extinct and ancient Matagi Inu dogs used by the Matagi and other northern Japanese natives to hunt Sitka … Read more
When thinking of hunting dogs, the pointer is probably the first one that comes to mind. Because of the visual cues they convey when spotting downed prey, these pups are frequently used in cartoons to portray hunting dogs. If you’re unfamiliar with the term “pointing,” it refers to a dog breed that … Read more
Once home to the fearsome Inquisition and Spanish Armada, Spain is now better known as a leading Western European travel destination. Tourists come to Spain year-round to enjoy the wonderful culture, with hotspots like Ibiza and Barcelona. However, Spain isn’t all about delicious tapas and rooftop parties. The country has several dog … Read more
Gray wolves and dogs diverged from a single wolf species that became extinct between 15,000 and 40,000 years ago. We began living together with some of these distant ancestors of our modern domesticated dogs around the same time, and this practice continues today. For millennia, dogs have played an important role in … Read more
Humans have fastidiously bred dogs for thousands of years to produce desired traits. This continuous genetic manipulation resulted in some unusual breeds; some dogs have been bred to catch rats, hunt birds, or sit quietly on laps. But what about the American gentleman dog breed? The Boston terrier is among the few … Read more
Of course, many of you have already seen a wolf either on the internet or in real life. This animal’s typical habitat is in forests, mountains, or deserts, depending on the breed type. But have you already seen a Mexican Wolf Dog? This kind of breed is not common in different countries … Read more
Just to be clear with this, there are no maintenance-free dogs you’ll ever find out there. Dogs are live pets that need attention, care, and love. Certain dog breeds can be considered low-maintenance and only require minimal activity or attention from their owners. Suppose your schedule is loaded with tons of work … Read more
Coining certain dog breeds as dangerous is both valid and invalid. This is because dogs are not born as predators of the animal kingdom. Even though some dog breeds are used as hunting dogs or army dogs, they only learned to behave in such ways because of the training imposed on them … Read more
Toy dogs refer to a group or a breed of small dogs, which have dozens of various kinds you can possibly pick for yourself. They are the ancient breeds for a traditional lapdog. But is this kind of breed an ideal pet for everyone? Well, there are things you will need to … Read more
Dogs are one of the most popular pets in the world. They are lovable, loyal, intelligent, and can be your best friends that are sometimes better than humans. These adorable canines can be the best pets you could ever have that will never leave by your side. Some downsides of these charming … Read more