Dog owners always wonder if their Northern dogs with thick fur coats can live where it is warm outside. The Chow is one of the first breeds to come to mind. Can a Chow Chow live in hot weather? It can be because you see Chows as a popular breed in many areas like Las…
A common concern when considering the adoption of a new dog is whether the breed is good for first-time owners. While all dogs present challenges to inexperienced owners, some dog breeds come with hurdles that are exceedingly difficult to clear. What if after all your research you decided the Chow Chow was the best fit…
When you look at a Newfoundland vs Great Pyrenees, are you seeing just a black and white variation of the same dog? Intuitively, you probably spot many differences, but can you describe them? The Newfoundland vs Great Pyrenees is a black heavy-set dog with a brushtail and heavy square-shaped head. This contrasts the Great Pyrenees’…
Topics on behavior problems in dogs are always hot ones. An owner is most likely to surrender his or her dog because of a behavioral challenge. Unwanted behaviors run the gamut from house soiling to destructive chewing to biting people. It is only natural that you would want to know if behavior problems are breed-specific….
When you compare breeds, the large mountain dogs naturally come to mind. The Great Pyrenees and Bernese Mountain Dog look like color variations of the same dog on the surface. You might even argue that they only differ because one evolved in the Pyrenees Mountains while the other developed in the Alps. A closer inspection…
Whether you get a puppy, juvenile, or a full-grown dog, you naturally are curious about how long you can expect her to live. Although most people do not let a shortened lifespan deter them from their favorite breeds, it is helpful to learn what pitfalls might shorten your dog’s life. You also are bound to…