K9 Portal

This group consists of dogs that were originally bred to herd livestock of all kinds. Most of these dogs are of the medium to large size (with a couple of exceptions)and have full coats. Very quick, smart dogs they make lively, energetic companions who do great in obedience and agility. The herding instinct is very strong [...]

This is a very small group of breeds that are not yet fully recognized by the AKC. At the moment the breeds included are – Blue Tick Coonhound; Boykin Spaniel; Cane Corso; Cesky Terrier; Entlebucher Mountain Dog; Icelandic Sheepdog; Leonberger; Norwegian Buhund; Redbone Coonhound; Treeing Walker Hound and Xoloitzcuintl

The designer dog breeds, also known as hybrid dogs, are basically the product of a mating between two purebred dogs of different breeds. Probably the best-know examples are the Labradoodle (Labrador Retriever X Poodle) and the Cock-a-Poo (Cocker Spaniel X Poodle), and the Puggle (Pug X Beagle) have also become fairly well known recently. Designer Dog or [...]

Are you thinking that hypoallergenic dogs could be the answer to your problems? Do you yearn to add a dog to your home, but are worried about allergies? Then you’re not alone…approx. 43% of homes in the US are shared by a dog, and with around 10% of Americans suffering from allergies there are a lot [...]

There are lots of different types of small dogs to choose from, and although these little guys may be small physically, they usually have BIG personalities and they’re enormously popular. These small breeds of dogs can be totally different in terms of personality, temperament and behavior and include sighthounds, terriers, lap dogs and more. Depending [...]

Not every home (or family) is the right place for an extra large or giant dog, and they have their own unique dietary and health issues. But, there are a lot of things about extra large breed dogs that might surprise you….. and you don’t have to live on a ranch, walk 10 miles a day, or [...]

When you’re thinking about the best dog breeds for families, it’s a good idea to remember that families come in all shapes and sizes…… and so do the best family dogs! When we think about the best dog breeds for families, many of us tend to conjure up an image of the trusty Labrador Retriever, [...]

Puppies and children go together like PB and J – but knowing which are the best dog breeds for children is very important if you want your kids and your dog to get along. Some breeds have been proven over time to be more suitable for a home with children than others, and if you’re looking for [...]

Be Positive –  It is necessary to use positive reinforcement when you train your dog or puppy by offering some dog treats and a lot of praise if he performs something correctly.  During the initial training sessions you can offer both verbal praise as well as treats. Remember, this is fun! Firm and Friendly –  When you [...]

Control Your Dog’s Barking Expecting your dog not to bark is unrealistic. Dogs bark as a means of communication, the same way humans talk.  If you can’t handle noise, and would rather have a pet who’s deathly silent though out the day, you should probably get a cat. Dogs by their very nature, are noisy, [...]