From ancient Egyptian lords of the underworld to Darth Vader, bad guys often appear in ebony. Does this historical, widespread negative association with the color black cause darker dogs to linger longer in shelters? As we head toward National Black Dog Day on October 1st, we're taking a look! What is Black Dog Syndrome? Black
Working Dogs Breed Guide - 5 Most Popular Working Dog Breeds The term “work like a dog” is a nod to the tireless efforts that working dog breeds put in to get the job done. Throughout history, dogs have been called on to perform various jobs in the home, on the farm and even on
Over the years, individual states have looked for ways to express pride in their heritage. And with all due respect to songs, birds and flowers, we’d say the best possible example of this is the selection of dogs as symbols of the state's culture and history. After all, different breeds of dogs are a part
The Goldendoodle is a “designer” dog breed that’s a cross between a Poodle and a Golden Retriever. They were initially bred in the late 1960s to be allergy-safe guide dogs. The Goldendoodles’ get their curly hair from their partial Poodle ancestry, which is considered to be hypoallergenic because it barely sheds. Goldendoodles also have sweet
Bulldogs are popular companion dogs. They are a blast to be around between their goofy, lovable personalities and chill, sometimes lazy nature. It’s hard to imagine that at one time, these lovable dogs were bred to control livestock and participate in the “sport” bull-baiting, which was a hazardous “sport” where a bulldog would latch onto
Spunky little Yorkies — what could be better? From their adorably tiny stature to their perky ears and curious personalities, Yorkshire Terriers make for a truly adorable family member. As with any breed, there are special considerations you’ll need to know when it comes to the diet and health of your Yorkie. This includes what