Breed image — individual appearance and coat can vary. Breed guide Meet the Finnish Spitz The Finnish Spitz is a fox-like hunting breed with a rich red-gold coat. Barking is part of its working heritage, so noise tolerance deserves serious thought before choosing one as a companion. Size Small to…
Breed image — individual appearance and coat can vary. Breed guide Meet the Fox Terrier (Smooth) The Smooth Fox Terrier is a small athlete with a sharp eye for movement. Its easy-care coat should not be confused with an easy-going or low-energy lifestyle. Size Small to medium Build Compact and…
Breed image — individual appearance and coat can vary. Breed guide Meet the Basenji The Basenji is a compact African hunting dog with an independent nature. The familiar “barkless” description does not mean silent: Basenjis can make other distinctive sounds. Size Small to medium hunting dog Build Light and athletic…
Parasites in dogs and common diseases can cause severe health conditions for pets and their owners. The parasites that dogs can be infected with include fleas, lice, worms, and heartworms. These can also be zoonotic. Fleas and ticks are a common form of transmission of pathogens to humans. They…
Breed image — individual appearance and coat can vary. Breed guide Meet the Anatolian Shepherd Dog The Anatolian Shepherd is a livestock guardian rather than a conventional herding dog. Its independent judgement and guarding background require a carefully matched home. Size Very large guardian Build Strong and rugged Coat Dense…
