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The Golden Retriever is a Friendly, Intelligent, Devoted Family Dog The “Golden” is a popular, friendly, family dog. Their owners love their calm, social tendencies and for good reason – they might just be the quintessential  pet every child should have growing up.  The Golden is an intelligent dog and can be trained to work with […]

The Goldendoodle is a popular hybrid dog breed Rapidly growing in popularity, this cross breed dog combines several of the best features of the Golden Retriever and a Poodle. They vary in size, depending on the size of the Poodle involved – Toy, Miniature or Standard. For example, the mini Goldendoodle is a cross between

Commanding, Powerful, Affectionate and BIG! The Great Dane is a widespread working breed. Known for its impressive height, this dog often clocks in at heights between 30-34 in. (76-86 cm). This commanding breed was bred to hunt bears, boars, and deer among the royal courts in which they were popular. Great Dane Danes are known

Affectionate, Loyal, Protective The Great Pyrenees is a breed of large, fun, affectionate dogs. They love to be with their family and owners but are not quite as warm to strangers. Having been used mainly as herding dogs in the past, instinct makes these dogs typically a bit more awake during the night, and sleepier

Calm, Sensitive, Speedy. Not only does the Greyhound hold the record as the fastest dog breed, able to reach speeds as staggering as 40 miles per hour, they also have a somewhat “cat-like” and docile personality that can almost be described as lazy. Greyhound – Photo Courtesy Dave McGurgan It may seem odd for the

Gull Dong:  An affectionate but strong willed dog, only for the experienced owner The Gull Dong is a strong, muscular dog who is very loyal to his family. He is loving and affectionate to his owner but very wary and suspicious of strangers. This suspicion of strangers lends this breed to being a very efficient

The Havanese, a dog without a care in the world Affectionate, charming and energetic, these playful dogs act like ambassadors to the world, bring fun and entertainment to everyone they meet. They know no strangers – friends to all, lovers of children, strangers, dogs and any other type of pet, they make the best family

A large, intelligent livestock guardian breed. The Hovawart dog breed has its roots in Germany, where it’s name is derived from the German for “farm” (Hof) and “guard” (Wächter). The modern-day Hovawart is actually a relatively recent reconstruction of the old farm and guard dogs, created by breeding the German Shepherd with Newfoundlands and Leonbergers

The Hungarian Vizsla Dog Breed (pronounced VEESH-la)  Quiet, Loyal, Affectionate The Hungarian Vizsla dog breed is playful with enough energy to exercise all day. Their want to play can be a bit demanding, however, so it’s suggested that an allotted play time be laid out for a Vizsla. Otherwise, you will find their need to be

The Irish Water Spaniel is an energetic, cheerful companion This breed of Water Spaniel is the tallest on the American Kennel Club’s list of Spaniel breeds. It is also heavier than most spaniels, and is on the border between the AKC ‘Medium size dog breeds’ and ‘Large dog breeds’. It is recognizable for it’s ‘rat’