dog breeds

There are more than 150 breeds of dogs are registered with the American Kennel Club and the Canadian Kennel Club. The breed can determine the right fit of dog to your lifestyle and personality. The dog’s temperament is a component of the breed, as is size and energy level and need for attention or companionship.

Some dog breeds will require far more exercise than others. A small dog breed, like a Pug or Yorkshire terrier will get enough exercise walking, running and playing indoors. Other breeds need more exercise and fresh air to thrive. There are dog breeds that are less likely to trigger pet allergies. Pet allergies are usually caused by pet dander, the dead skin flakes that a pet sheds naturally. Some dog breeds like Poodle, Maltese, Bichon Frise, Bedlington terrier and Chinese Crested do not shed hair, so they shed far less dander.

Dogs are a very popular topic for bloggers, since there is never a shortage of new puppies and pictures available online.

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• Thai Ridgeback?!

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  How on earth would a Thai Ridgeback, or for that matter, a mix end up in a shelter in the middle of TX? There are only a few found throughout North America and Europe. I mean come on people, we cant be that stupid to think a dog in a run down shelter in the middle of nowhere is gonna be one of the rarest breeds in the ...
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• Could Deputy have some lab?

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  While watching Marley and Me last night, I noticed a resemblence between Marley and Deputy, I might just be seeing things but, who knows. This isnt the dog that played Marley, but looks close enough. Deputy I know the pictures not that good, its just hard to get him to sit still for a picture.:o
  10 hours ago

• Saint Bernard / Black Lab Cross

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  Has anyone ever heard of a cross between a Saint Bernard and a black Lab? Any info, experience? Im just curious as to how they are since I am noticing an increase in this cross between the two.
  11 hours ago

• Is anyone familiar with Caucasian Ovcharka?

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  I grew up in Eastern Europe and this breed is immensely popular as a guard dog, but its very rare here, which is suprising to me. They are absolutely wonderful dogs, though a bit standoffish and need solid training/socialization from an early age since they are prone to territorial agression. I still have a very vivid ...
  23 hours ago

• French Mastiff

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  Are French Mastiffs prone to be dog or same sex aggressive?
  1 day ago

• pressa vs cane corso

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  im having a hard time seeing all that much difference between the 2 breeds other than the pressa was originally more of a farm dog while the cane was developed more for the home. there both stunning breeds that im semi possibly considering for the VERY far future and have been talking to so owners online and ...
  2 days ago

• Double-Suspension of Disbelief

  
  Raised By Wolves — Authority: 423
  The six of us drove from the Bay Area to the only motel near a Central Valley town where there are more coursing hounds than anywhere else on the continent. Hell, there may be more hounds than humans, amid the glass-flat, engineer-squared, desert cotton fields forced green by water wrung from the Sierras. View ...
  4 days ago

• Protection Dog

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  Hi there everyone! So I know I will be having a papillon and another BC in the future. That is for sure :D However, I am an anxious person. I am nervous of the dark (yes I know, pathetic, but I cant help it!) and dont feel comfortable being home alone very much. I know in the future, I would probably like a dog that ...
  4 days ago

• Pure maltise: A rare dog?

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  I have a pure maltise, which is the mother and the two puppies are mixed maltise and shih tzu, Could you tell me if the pure maltise breed is rare today? Thanks!
  6 days ago

• Tips for traveling with pets on an airplane

  
  Travel, Travel Vacations, Travel City, European Travel and more Informations — Authority: 462
  So, are you ready for family vacation? Are you moving overseas? Or are you getting ready to show off your lovely pet at the next dog show? No matter why, as a pet owner you are probably nervous before flying with your pet for the first time. And you are right to be nervous because [...]
  1 week ago

• Corgis

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  I know someone on here owns one, dont remember who right now.:o. But what are they like? Energy, prey drive, coat, etc. Im thinking of maybe getting one in the future, probably wont, since each time I say that I end up with a mutt of a waaaay different breed(s).:rolleyes: Ive always been interested in them, just have ...
  1 week ago

• Keeshonds

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  Has anyone here ever owned a Keeshond or had experience with one? When we took Zane to the vet, this older German couple had a cute ball of fuzz on the end of a 3ft leash. According to them the puppy was the result of their two papered adults who had won many ribbons. This is the first Keeshond that I have ever seen. ...
  1 week ago

• Pet Portrait of Bergamasco Sheep Dog, oil painting

  
  Texas Sauce Art Life — Authority: 123
  Portrait of Bergamasco "Winston"copyright Vernita Bridges-Hoyt14x11 inches, oil on canvasART.  When my client first contacted me, I was unfamiliar with the breed name Bergamasco. When she described Winston as having dreadlocks, I searched for the official website featuring Bergamasco sheepdogs and saw the dreadlocks ...
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• English setters

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  Are all english setters this awesome! I am fostering a really sweet awesome heartworm positive english setter. He is SOOO calm, and mellow. as long as you dont have a tennis ball. he loves to play ball and will always bring it back. When he is in the house he just lays on the couch. he is so sweet and will put his ...
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• Considering adopting one of these puppies, but..

  
  Chazhound Dog Forum — Authority: 166
  A friend of mine found these puppies abandoned in her yard. I am considering giving one of them a home, but I would like to know what breed(s) they are, so that I can better decide if they are a good fit for my family. Can anyone give any input on breed based on these pictures? Thanks! I couldnt figure out how to ...
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• How to Spot That Toxic Friend and Other Stories for the Holiday Weekend

  
  GreenLightAdvisor Views — Authority: 141
  Here are this weekend’s reading diversions. Happy Holiday Weekend and a very Merry Christmas to you and yours! Dr. Andrew Weil: Healthy Gift Ideas Giving gifts to others is a fundamental activity, as old as humanity itself. Yet in the modern, complex world, the particulars of gift-giving can be extraordinarily ...
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• Family Friendly Dog Breeds

  
  Freelance Content Writer Services — Authority: 123
  Numerous people worldwide love pets and it comes as no surprise at all that most families have them. Dogs top the list when it comes to being a favorite choice as a family pet. Dogs are the main choice when it comes to the position of family pet because aside from being adorable and lovable, [...]
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• Pet Insurance and Dangerous Dog Breeds

  
  Cool Pet Sites — Authority: 157
  It is a proven fact that some dog breeds are more aggressive than others. If the aggressive tendencies of a dog are not checked by an owner then the animal can become dangerous. The pet owner will find it very difficult to get pet insurance cover for such a dog. Continued here: Pet Insurance and Dangerous Dog Breeds
  2 weeks ago

• Painting series on Tibetan mastiff issued in New York

  
  surroundings me — Authority: 445
  Lin Yue’s Oiling Painting Series which is issued in New York. (CNS Photo) An oil painting series focusing on Tibetan mastiff was issued by an oriental painter, Lin Yun in Manhattan, New York on December 18 which showed the loyalty and amicability of Tibetan mastiff in his eight group paintings. Lin also wrote ...
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• Operation: Chihuahua!

  
  For the Love of the Dog — Authority: 129
  California has been up to their elbows in Chihuahuas!  All over California, Chihuahuas have been abandoned at shelters at an alarming rate.  In the last 12 months, animal shelters in the city of Los Angeles have taken in 4,700 Chihuahuas, 1,000 more than the 12 months before that.  That’s a lot of little dogs.And ...
  2 weeks ago

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