Breed

American Staffordshire Terrier History The American Staffordshire Terrier (sometimes known as the AmStaff) traces its origins to the United Kingdom when Bulldogs and Mastiffs were mixed to create ruthless and powerful bull-baiting dogs. After dogfighting was outlawed in Britain in…

American Bully Temperament The American Bully is an adaptable companion dog. Bred from the American Pit Bull Terrier, this dog breed does have a reputation for aggression. However, given the right training and environment, it can be a sweet and…

What Is an Akita Dog? The Akita is a large Japanese dog, of which there are two types: the Akita Inu (or Japanese Akita) and the American Akita. These powerful animals have a strong physical presence and have long been…

Miniature Pinscher History Affectionately known as the “King of the Toys,” the Miniature Pinscher  (also called the Mini Pin or simply Min Pin) is a small breed of dog originating from Germany. Also known as Zwergpinscher, there is a common…

English Bulldog Temperament The English Bulldog (sometimes referred to as a British Bulldog or simply as Bulldog) is a medium-sized muscular dog with a distinctive wrinkled face and a snub nose. The breed should not be confused with the Old…

German Shorthaired Pointer History The German Shorthaired Pointer dog (GSP) is a medium to large athletic canine breed that traces its origins to the 17th century. The breed was established in the 19th century as a multi-purpose hunting dog. The…

What Is a Labradoodle? The Labradoodle is a popular crossbreed dog that is created by mixing a Labrador Retriever with a Poodle. Successive generations are either bred with other Labradoodles, with poodles, or with Labrador Retrievers. The term was originally…

Bernese Mountain Dog History The Bernese Mountain dog (affectionately nicknamed the Berner) is a large canine breed that originated in the Swiss Alps. In German, the breed is called Berner Sennenhund and traces its lineage to the Roman Mastiff, which…

Favorite Pitbull Mixes The American Pitbull Terrier is a well-loved breed that has sometimes courted a degree of controversy. Despite the breed’s reputation for aggression, Pitbulls are loving and affectionate dogs that make great pets given the right home and…

Maltese Temperament Once a prized possession in ancient Greek and Roman societies, the Maltese breed has stood the test of time. This breed, with its illustrious roots among the upper classes, gives off a façade of prestige and refinement. In…