Yorkies are some of the most popular lap dogs in the world today. Always full of energy yet loving and spirited, Yorkies have a personality that few people can resist. But have you ever considered the purpose of these little friendly dogs? So, what were Yorkies bred for? Yorkies were originally bred for the role …
The Chihuahua is the smallest purebred dog in the world. Meaning, they’re perfect playmates for children, right? Not so fast. There are things a parent should know before bringing back a Chihuahua to a household with kids. So are Chihuahuas good with kids? While a Chihuahua won’t likely hurt your kids, rowdy and energetic children …
There’s a reason why French Bulldogs are one of the 5 most popular dog breeds in America. A Frenchie is affectionate, playful, adaptable and overall, well-tempered dogs. And despite their low intelligence ranking, they’re actually quite smart. So, are French Bulldogs smart? French Bulldogs are the 109th smartest dog breed out of 138 breeds. As …
Dogs were developed for many different purposes. Not only are they trusted guard dogs, but also efficient trackers or skilled herding. Despite all these wonderful working jobs, plenty of toy and small dogs were bred to be lap dogs. What better way to cheer up your day than to have a cuddly dog warm up …
Whether you’re bringing home a Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel, it’s an exciting moment for you and your family. Both breed variations are cheerful and optimistic dogs. But does that translate to an intelligent spaniel? So, are Cocker Spaniels smart? Yes, both the American and English Cocker Spaniels are highly intelligent dogs, according to …
The color black resembles strength, power and authority. In fact, black is often regarded as a prestigious or elegant color. It’s also probably why black is one of the most common dog colors (along with white and brown). There are few breeds as mysterious yet mesmerizing as a solid black-colored dog. That being said, we’ve …
The Havanese is unique in many ways. For instance, they’re the only breed to originate out of Cuba. Despite their unusual origins, they’re are friendly, playful and a little comical. Even so, many often question the intelligence of the Havanese. So, are Havanese dogs smart? Havanese dogs are considered “average intelligent” for both obedience & …
Dogs can come in all shapes and sizes, with so many colors of coat. Some have long hair while others have short hair. But did you know there are only a handful of hairless dog breeds from all over the world? Each, unique in their own right. In fact, there are just 10 hairless dog …
While we may associate the pompon-bearing Poodles with dog shows and companionship, the graceful breed actually originated from Europe. They’re agile, sharp, proud and have the right anatomy to be of great help during hunting. But, are Poodles hunting dogs? Poodles were originally bred to be retrieving and hunting dogs. Though they didn’t actual chase …
Bulldogs have made their way into the mainstream as loving and silly family dogs. But with their flappy skin, a scrunched face and bulky build, many people often question the purpose of these dogs. There’s more to the Bulldog history than you know. So, what were Bulldogs bred for? Bulldogs were, as their name implies, …