Chihuahuas are sassy little dogs with a big heart and charming personality. But weighing in at just under 7 pounds, they’re easily the smallest purebred dog in the world. The petite frame makes you wonder how capable they are at swimming. Chihuahuas can swim, but they aren’t necessarily “safe” when put into bodies of water. …
Greyhounds are some of the best dogs to raise. There’s so much more to these dogs than just being the fastest dog breed ever. And despite the public perception, they’re actually docile, independent, quiet and athletic. But are the Greyhounds smart? Greyhounds are just “average intelligent” according to canine psychologist Stanley Coren. In fact, they’re …
Beagles are wonderful pet dogs to have for all the right reasons. They’re friendly, curious, loyal, and of course, affectionate. But before bringing one home, you may want to understand how Beagles respond to training, and whether they’re easy to train. Compared to other dog breeds, Beagles are relatively difficult to train. This is because …
Known for their muscular and thick frame, Rottweilers are dogs that few intruders will mess with. In fact, they’re some of the strongest dogs we have. But before you bring your Rottweiler out to the pool, you’re probably wondering if Rottweilers can swim. Rottweilers can and will swim, in most cases. But because of the …
German Shepherds are known for their intelligence, strength and bravery. It’s what makes them one of the most popular dogs, especially with police work. And while they may be the third smartest dog breed, owners may still wonder if this helps with training. German Shepherds are incredibly easy to train. As a highly intelligent breed, …
It’s not hard to recognize a Welsh Corgi. They’re the dogs with short legs, a tail-less butt and a long yet thick body. But because they don’t have long legs or loping strides, it’s natural to wonder if Corgis make good hiking dogs. Despite their short legs and stature, Corgis are surprisingly excellent hiking companions. …
The Maltese is known for many traits, though none as prominent as their stunning coats with long white locks of hair. They love to warm laps and cuddle with their favorite people. However, owners may still question the intelligence of these little toy companions. The Maltese is a below-average intelligent dog, at least for obedience …
Golden Retrievers are some of the most popular family dogs. A big reason for this is because they’re also some of the friendliest dogs. But because of their sweet and friendly temperaments, owners may wonder whether they’d be great guard dogs. Golden Retrievers are not naturally good guard dogs due to their friendly personalities and …
The Chihuahua is the smallest purebred dog in the world. But just because they’re small doesn’t mean they’re great playmates for kids. There are things all parents should know before bringing a Chihuahua to a home with kids. Chihuahuas are not good with younger children. While a Chihuahua may not seriously hurt a kid, rowdy …
Beagles are popular family dogs because of their “mild temperaments.” They’re not too friendly, but not too aggressive. Not too timid, but also not overly social. However as a parent, bringing home any dog, including a Beagle, can be a real concern. Beagles get along great with kids and make perfect dogs for families with …