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There are some dogs that will have blue eyes as a breed trademark, but there are others that might get blue eyes as a recessive trait. Other dogs that have a specific coat color, like merle or piebald, will tend to get blue eyes passed on to them. If a dog had the merle or piebald gene, it would not be able to consiste
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Nobody wants their dog to lose their hearing, but it is a possibility that is important to be aware of, especially if you have certain dog breeds. This is because there are some breeds of dogs that are more likely to become deaf. Thankfully, there are some signs of deafness that you can look out for, so you can be awar
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Dogs come in all shapes and sizes and have been a constant part of human history for the last thirty thousand years. As our society has moved forward and evolved, dogs have as well, and the twenty-first century canine bears little resemblance to the animal that huddled around fires with early Cro-Magnons to share heat,
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You might have noticed that only certain breeds of dog will have pink noses, whereas other dogs will have darker colored noses. Well, there is actually an interesting explanation behind this that you might be interested to learn about. All dogs are naturally adorable, and it is in our nature to pine over them, but ther
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The Dalmatian has always been a beloved family dog, but thanks to Dodie Smith and Walt Disney, they became one of the most popular dogs in the world in the latter half of the twentieth century. After all, they took center stage in the book, The Hundred And One Dalmatians, and the film based on it, 101 Dalmatians, both
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Work isn’t just a four-letter word to the Australian Kelpie, it was the one thing that he was bred to do and it’s the one thing that he enjoys doing the most. The Kelpie’s relentless enthusiasm and energy make this whirlwind who doesn’t know how to slow down or stop the perfect companion for anyone who believes in maki
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Devoted to their familias, the Xoloitzcuintli (we know, it’s a mouthful that’s hard to wrap your tongue around, but it’s actually pronounced show-low-eats-queent-lee), or Xolo (which in English, is pronounced show-low) is one of the oldest breeds of dog in the world. The Aztecs used to have their Xolo’s buried with the
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There are so many different breeds of dog to choose from that it can be difficult to find the perfect match for you. One breed you probably have come across in your search is the Puggle, a small and adorable breed created by crossing a Pug with a Beagle. It is easy to fall in love with their cute appearance and loving
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The vast plains and mountains of Afghanistan are famous the world over for a multitude of different reasons, but few of them make people smile like the Tazi, or Afghan Hound as it’s more commonly known, does. Its reputation for being the clown of the canine world and making its owners laugh while smothering them in aff
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If you have been searching the internet for the perfect dog breed for you, one breed that might stand out amongst the crowd for you is the Hokkaido breed. These are gorgeous and energetic dogs that originally come from Japan, and they are one of the most loyal dog breeds that you will find. Just like with any other bre
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Getting any breed of dog is one of the most exciting things you can do, but all breeds will come with their own challenges too. There are so many things that you need to learn about before bringing any dog into your home, and the Scottish Terrier is no exception to this rule. The Scottish Terrier is often referred to a
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We can understand why you might have fallen in love with the Alaskan Klee Kai without even knowing much about them, as they are absolutely adorable. However, they are much more than this, and there is so much to learn about them if this is a dog breed that you are seriously considering bringing into your home. The Alas
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Airedale Terrier dogs originated in England and are often called the King of Terriers as they are the largest of the Terrier breed. These are friendly, outgoing, and confident dogs that love to be in the company of their families, and they will get on well with various people. There is so much to learn about these dogs
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When George Orwell wrote that “All animals are created equal, but some animals are more equal than others” in Animal Farm, he was inadvertently describing the behemoth of the South African plains, the Boerboel. More commonly known as the South African Mastiff outside of its home country, as its Afrikaans name (which tr
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If you are looking for a new dog to bring into your home, you have probably realized by now that there are so many different breeds to choose from. One of the breeds that you might have come across during your search is the Schnoodle, which is a cross between a Miniature Poodle and a Schnauzer. Schnoodles are funny, sm
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If you ask any four-legged fan who the most famous dogs in the world are, they’ll get a far off wistful look in their eye before answering with little, or no hesitation “Scooby-Doo, Pluto, and Lassie”. And while Great Danes, and whatever Heinz-57 variety of pup Mickey’s best friend is, have captured the imagination of
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The Giant Schnauzer was originally bred as working dogs, and they still have lots of the traits that made them the right breed for the job. They have high levels of intelligence and a strong drive, and they make some of the most loyal companions that you will ever meet. However, while there are lots of amazing things t
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One of the dog breeds that you might have come across in your search for the perfect dog breed for you and your lifestyle is the Italian Greyhound. With their cute floppy ears and loving and affectionate personalities, what’s not to love about them? If you are on the fence trying to decide if this is the right breed of
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Saint Bernard is a well-known breed of dog that is large in size and absolutely adorable. They were originally bred for rescue work and are known to be gentle, loving, and tolerant. They have a relatively placid temperament and are quite laid back at home, but there is much more to them than this. There are always goin
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There are so many different dog breeds to choose from that it can be a bit overwhelming to decide which one to get. One of the breeds that you might have your eye on is the Leonberger, which is a stunning and loving breed that has lots of different traits and characteristics. The Leonberger breed is a very large breed
