Labrador Retrievers, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Newfoundlands are among the safest dog breeds that are least likely to bite, new research has found. While any dog can nip, these breeds are known for their particularly sweet-tempered spirit as long as they are treated right.
Labrador Retrievers. Soft and amiable, Labrador Retrievers are one of the most popular family pets around the world due to their friendly, playful and slightly silly natures. ...
1. Border collie. According to The Intelligence of Dogs, which ranks 131 dog breeds in terms of their relative intelligence, the border collie is the smartest dog breed known to man.
1. Samoyed – $14,000. Coming in at the #1 overall spot for the most expensive dog in the world is the Samoyed originating from Siberia. The rare breed is known for its kind, loving, and eager to please attitude along with their smiling faces.
“The breed is notably free of many genetic diseases, is not prone to heart conditions or cancer, and tends to be very easy keepers,” claims Trott. “Only rarely are they prone to food allergies or skin rashes. They can live up to 17 years.”
If you have lots of people in and out for gatherings or like to take your dog into public places, a female may be the best choice. If you have several dogs or intend to add to your canine family, a male may be a better fit. Females tend to have more problems with anxiety and phobias.
Bluey, an Australian cattle dog, entered the Guinness Book of World Records by living to the ripe old age of 29 years and 5 months, setting the record for oldest dog ever.
The Pit Bull is the most common dog breed (along with pit bull breed mixes) found in shelters in the United States. They are also the most abused, neglected, and the most euthanized.
Dogs with squashed faces, known as brachycephalic dogs, are often unable to breed or give birth naturally due to their extreme anatomy: the animals' small hips can make mating difficult, meaning breeders turn to artificial insemination, while they also mean caesarean sections are often necessary since the puppies have ...
Sled dogs, sheep and cattle herding dogs, hunting dogs, livestock guard dogs, and many other less social guard dogs are not appropriate pets for people that are away from home and live in urban and suburban environments. These popular breeds deserve better. Match the breed to your lifestyle.
'Gunther's Millions' is set to unpack the pooch's mysterious fortune and what those around him have done with his inheritance. From millions in real estate to jet-setting around the globe, the world's richest dog is rolling in the dough. Gunther VI is a German Shepard with a net worth of $400 million.
1. Border Collie: A workaholic, this breed is the world's premier sheep herder, prized for its intelligence, extraordinary instinct, and working ability. 2.
