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Richard Jeng

Richard has been raising dogs his whole life, including a Poodle, Pomeranian, Corgi and Australian Shepherd. He's always working with animal shelters and dog rescues because of his passion for all dogs. Fun fact: his all time favorite breed is the German Shepherd. <a href="https://staging.thesmartcanine.com/richard-jeng/">Read More.</a>

The Scientific Reasons Why Dogs Look Like Their Owners

Have you ever been to the dog park, only to realize that you’re able to accurately match the dogs with their owners based solely on appearance? Or…has anyone ever told YOU that you looked like your canine companion? Well, believe it or not, there’s a scientific reason for this. Interested in knowing why? In today’s …

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Are Dachshunds Good With Kids? – A Parent’s Guide to Dachshunds

While some people have a hard time taking dachshunds seriously because of their shape, we find them to be absolutely great dogs. After all, there’s a reason why they’re some of the popular family dogs in the world! But are dachshunds good with kids?Yes! Dachshunds have a naturally loyal and friendly temperament, making them ideal …

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10 Most Amazing Things You Didn’t Know Dogs Can Do

As it turns out, your dog is in many ways, like a furry superhero. Everything from their ability to predict earthquakes, to their extraordinary sense of smell and their ability to see radiation, dogs have “super powers” we can’t even comprehend. And If you thought your dog’s standard repertoire of tricks and commands was impressive, …

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How Dogs Saved Macquarie Island From 130,000 Rabbits

At one point, an island off the coast of New Zealand became overrun with rabbits. And no, this isn’t a plot straight out of a children’s fiction novel. In fact, would you believe that the rabbit population grew to over 150 thousand at one point? You could literally stand at any spot on the island …

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The Incredible Stories of 10 Heroic Life-Saving Dogs

Can you imagine a 5-pound toy dog fighting off a wild animal 40 times larger to save her family? Or a service dog sacrificing his life by jumping in between an apex predator and his owner? Dogs are a man’s best friend for a reason. They’re the loyal and loving companions that never leave your …

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How Far Can Huskies Run? – Here’s Why They Can Run 100 Miles a Day

Did you know that champion sled-dog Huskies can actually run over 100 miles a day? In fact, many of them keep breaking world records year after year! Also, some of the top Huskies can run 1,000 miles in 8 days! But what about normal every-day Huskies? So, how far can Huskies run? Huskies are naturally active …

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7 Important Things to Know Before Owning a Corgi

Corgis are the short-legged fluffy dogs that the internet has grown to love and adore. They’re loyal dogs with a big personality – making them hard to resist. And while playing with a Corgi is all fun and games, owning one is another story. So before you bring a Corgi home, there are things you …

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Can Great Danes Swim? – A Guide to Swimming With Great Danes

Also known as the German Mastiff, the Great Danes are massive dogs that’ll easily tower over any other dog in the canine kingdom. Weighing up to 200 pounds, you may be wondering if these dogs will sink or swim. So, can Great Danes swim? Yes, Great Danes can swim – though they aren’t naturally proficient …

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12 Most Interesting Pug Facts You Didn’t Know

Pugs are the charming yet playful dogs that the internet has grown to love and adore.Thanks to their funny expressions, unusual vocalizations and great sense of humor, Pugs are often described as the clowns of the canine kingdom. But behind these odd-looking dogs, there’s much more to the Pug than you know. They have a …

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The Dark History of Pitbulls – The Original Purpose of Pit Bulls

Did you know the name “Pitbull” actually originates from the dog’s dark and gloomy past? That’s because Pitbulls were once subject to one of the cruelest and most vicious bloodsports in all of history.  In today’s article, we’ll be discussing the dark history of the Pitbull and how they evolved from one of the most …

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