Breeds

While dog-sitting my neighbor’s one-year-old German Shepherd, I was shocked at how he had the run of the place. He was territorial when on the furniture and repeatedly ransacked the …

Our neighbor’s German Shepherd isn’t super affectionate and is very independent. I thought back to our GSD girl, Smokey, who was into cuddling to the point of being needy. So, …

It’s no wonder Shetland Sheepdogs are ranked 20th in breed popularity. Shelties are loyal, affectionate, super intelligent, and also known for their luxurious coats which can require a lot of …

Shetland Sheepdogs, or Shelties, are super intelligent, active, and playful dogs who love to spend quality time with their family members. As a member of the herding dog group, they …

Australian Shepherds are some of the most energetic and intelligent dogs, so keeping them happy, healthy, and entertained can be challenging.  Without consistent stimulation and attention, you’ll quickly find out …

After I wrote an article on Rough Collie’s shedding, I discovered that their relatives, the smooth-coated Collies, have similar shedding tendencies. Collies are known for having long, luxurious coats that …

Like all herders, Corgis are intelligent, high-energy dogs that require lots of daily activities to keep them happy and healthy. Sometimes you may be too busy to entertain your Corgi. …

Our neighbor’s German Shepherd (GSD) has regular grooming appointments, which made me wonder how different their coats must be to need such special care. After talking with my neighbor, I …

I was speaking with a German Shepherd owner at our local dog park who said his dog lives outside most of the time. This is so different than our cattle …

Border Collies are famously known for their herding and obedience, but did you know that they are also one of the most affectionate dog breeds?  Border collies are a very …