Chow Chows are a group of dogs dating back thousands of years ago, having been traced back to ancient China where they served as loyal and dignified companions to the nobles there. Chow Chows are impressive looking dogs that look like puffy lions. In fact, the Chow Chow’s original name of Songshi-Quan actually translated to … Read more
Chihuahuas are incredibly small in size, measuring at just five to eight inches tall at the shoulder and weighing no more than six pounds. That makes Chihuahua the smallest dog breed on the planet. One distinct feature that Chihuahuas have is their heads which can resemble either an apple or a deer. The Chihuahua dog … Read more
Beagles are associated with good noses. In fact, Beagles have some of the strongest senses of smell of all dog breeds. The Beagles’ strong sense of smell were put to good use when the Beagles were used as scenthounds for tracking rabbits and hare. Beagles are actually still used as scenthounds today, but even so, … Read more
American Eskimo dogs are noted for their fluffy white coatings – some with biscuit cream color markings – dotted with black noses. Plumed tails carried over the backs along with a lion-like ruff around the chests and shoulders help to enhance the beauty of American Eskimo dogs. Coming with the nickname of Eskies, American Eskimo … Read more
As far as appearances go, Alaskan Malamutes have plenty in common with Siberian Huskies. Both groups of dogs are renowned for their resemblance to wolves in their appearances. Both of their coatings are marked with white markings, including on the front part of their faces. Both the Alaskan Malamutes and Siberian Huskies hail from the … Read more
Akita dogs are gigantic dogs, measuring at up to 28 inches tall at the shoulder and weighing in at up to 130 pounds. They sport burly, heavy-boned bodies with large heads, erect ears, small and triangular eyes, and full, curled-over tails. If you are looking for a dog with Japanese heritage, the Akita dog is … Read more
The Afghan Hound is an absolute marvel to look at with its thick and silky flowing coating that resembles a human hair. The Afghan Hound is an ancient dog breed, dating all the way back into the BC period before Jesus Christ was even born. As the name indicates, Afghan Hounds have their origins in … Read more
If you have ever spotted a dog that looks like a sad clown, you have likely seen a Basset Hound. By no means does that mean that Basset Hounds are sad dogs – far from it. Rather, the sad clown look give Basset Hounds something truly special that make them stand out from the crowd … Read more
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are recognized by their low and long bodies with short legs, muscular thighs, and deep chests. These dogs are found in red, sable, fawn, and black and tan colors. More often than not, Pembroke Welsh Corgis have white markings, including out front on their chests and faces. Pembroke Welsh Corgis have been … Read more
The Havanese dogs are a tiny, yet gorgeous group of dogs renowned for their long silky coatings similar to those of other dog breeds like the Yorkshire Terriers and Maltese dogs. Measuring at just 8.5 to 11.5 inches tall at the shoulder and weighing a mere 7 to 13 pounds, the Havanese dog is one … Read more
