Animal Shelter Daily Pet Tip Archive

Some Interesting Things You Should Learn About The Denmark Feist

When you first hear about the breed called the Denmark Feist, you probably imagine it is, somehow, related to Denmark (the country). Actually, the word Denmark is a combination of the names of its creators ...Read More...

Meet One Of The Most Beloved Dog Breeds: The Dalmatian

Nothing is totally sure about the origins of the Dalmatian breed, but it is said that it originates from the region of Dalmatia, in the Republic of Croatia. Well known for its black-spotted coat, the breed is said to have been the companion of Croatian nomads back in 1862 ...Read More...

What Makes The Dachshund An Amazing Dog Breed?

The Dachshund can be easily recognized by its physical traits: very short legs, a deep chest and an elongated, muscular body covered by a coat that can be short-haired, long-haired or wire-haired. This very popular breed comes in three sizes: standard, miniature and kaninchen, which, in German, stands for rabbit. ...Read More...

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier – A Big Personality In A Small Body

If you would like to adopt a small dog with a big dog attitude, then the Dandie Dinmont Terrier might be the best choice for you. In case you are wondering where the breed gets its name from, you should learn about Dandie Dinmont, the funny character of Sir Walter Scott’s novel Guy Mannering, a farmer who owned six wonderful Dandie dogs, and who, in real life, was known as James Davidson, the father of the breed. ...Read More...

Everything There Is To Know About The Dakotah Shepherd

The Dakotah Shepherd is a very recent breed, first bred in 2004, and which is still under development. Obtained by crossing the Border collie, the Australian Kelpie and the Heeler with the English Shepherd, it proves to be an amazing breed, used mostly as family companion. It stands out due to its agility and intelligence. You will not even notice its presence in the house, because it is very silent and it rarely barks. ...Read More...

The Playful, Loving Czesky Terrier - The Perfect Companion For Children

The Czesky Terrier breed dates back to 1948. It was created in Czechoslovakia at the Academy of Sciences, by mixing the Sealyham Terrier and Scottish Terrier breeds. Even if the breed spread around the world very fast, it was official recognized at an international level late, in 1963, by the Federation Cynologique Internationale. Today, it is one of the six rarest breeds of dogs in the world. ...Read More...

A Dog You'll Love to Have in Your Family

If you want a wonderful dog, a great friend and a lovely family protector, the Entlebucher Sennenhund is what you need. It can be one of the most loyal, lively and protective dogs you could ever imagine, and choosing it as a pet would be the best choice for you. ...Read More...

The Adorable English Toy Spaniel - The King of Spaniel Dogs

If you want to have a cute, lovable little dog, you must adopt an English Toy Spaniel. Why would it be the right breed for you? Because this small dog breed has an affectionate personality, it is always playful and extremely intelligent. It is not at all difficult ...Read More...

A Hunting Dog With a “Family Mode” Switch

The English Springer Spaniel was bred to be a bird dog or a gun dog to spring game in the field, and it was named after that particular activity. The Spaniel's origin country is unknown, but it probably came from Spain. In the late 1880s, in England ...Read More...

There Is More Than Meets the Eye about This Regular Looking Dog

The English Shepherd is an intelligent, energetic, agile, very active and courageous dog. Legend says it is the pure Roman sheep and cattle dog, brought by Caesar to the British Isles in 55 BC, and that is was used to herd farm animals brought along to feed his soldiers. It was brought to the American colonies by the early settlers. ...Read More...