If you keep tabs on what’s trending on social media, you must already know about Mabel. The English chocolate Cocker Spaniel went viral for her ridiculously long lashes. One look at her and you would imagine her as a Disney princess. The TikTok video garnered over 7.2 million views as of January 2021. The number …
Dogs naturally have pink tongues. The little organ of taste is filled with a healthy supply of blood and nutrients no wonder the color. Well, there are a few breeds that break this rule by going black. These can either have complete black on their tongues or show some blue-black spots against the pink background. …
Dogs don’t come cheap these days. There was a time when owning a pooch meant picking one puppy from your neighbor or a stray but those days are long done. Now, if you want a healthy puppy that has been raised well, you have to splash a pretty coin to get it. It gets worse …
When looking for a dog, you will be bombarded with endless options. According to the Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI), there are 354 dog breeds in the world. These are the ones recognized by the international canine body. There are more breeds out there that don’t meet the qualifications of the FCI. Once you decide to …
Registration of dogs with kennel clubs is a pretty big deal in pet ownership. A pedigree dog enjoys certain privileges over her counterparts with no registration. For instance, she can participate in dog competitions and shows. Most importantly, registration proves that the dog is purebred and has a long traceable bloodline. For breeders, a pedigree …
When looking for a dog, you have to make so many decisions. The most important obviously, is the breed. Depending on your family setup, you can get a pup that is big or small, active or laid-back, good with children or not, social with other pets or not, and so on. You want a dog …
Mixed dog breeds are popular now more than ever. It is easy to see why. Mixing essentially gives you two dogs in one. For those of us that like two dog breeds but cannot have both, a cross is the closest thing to getting the best of both worlds. Mixed breeds are also budget-friendly, resilient …
Boerboels are gigantic furry friends with so much love for the family. Also called farmer dogs, Boles, Borbulls, or South African Mastiffs, these dogs were bred in South Africa to protect livestock against attacks from hyenas, lions, and other predators. Just one look at members of the breed and you know why they were chosen …
The merle coat pattern in dogs is a favorite among many dog enthusiasts. There are many reasons for this. For one, it is unique. It is not your standard pattern. Merles come in all color possibilities. One can have more white on their skin while another would have more sable patches. The eyes is another …
Dogs are generally creatures of the outdoors. They enjoy the freedom to roam wherever they want. The problem with that is that it puts them in danger. The number of dogs hit while crossing the road is quite alarming. In most cases, these canines leave the safety of the home to explore what lies beyond. …