Large Dog Breeds

Australian Shepherds are one of the most instantly recognizable dog breeds in the world. With their unique eyes and their copper or merle coats, you know one when you see one. The dog breed is not just easily identified. They’re also a highly intelligent and very popular breed to own, currently ranking number 16 out …

You’re about to meet one of the greatest mysteries of the dog world, and just maybe one of its biggest controversies: the Silver Labrador Retriever or Silver Lab. Silver Labs are a type of Labrador with a silver-grey-blue coat. Like other Labradors, they are intelligent, needs lots of exercise and highly trainable. Their coat color …

For an animal that’s only been around for the last 20 years, the Goldendoodle is a very popular dog. But just what traits do Goldendoodles have? What should you know about Goldendoodles before deciding if they are right for you, especially since it’s such a new type of breed? Read on for everything you need …

Intelligence. Protection. Devotion. Great with your kids. If you’re looking for the breed that embodies all the best characteristics of a dog, you might want to start – and end – your search with the Boxer. One of the first breeds used for police training in Germany, the Boxer is a talented guard dog developed …

For 25 years, the Labrador Retriever – or Lab – has remained the most popular dog in America. Known for friendliness, boundless energy, and a big heart, the Lab can make an extraordinary companion. But did you know there are two types of Labradors? The American and the British. While the American Kennel Club (AKC) …

Six years ago, a Catahoula Leopard Dog came into my life in a most unusual way.  I had just come from the grocery store. When I opened the car door and started to step out, this puppy ran from under the house to me.  She put her paws on my leg and looked up at …

The Dalmatian is highly recognizable thanks to the Disney film 101 Dalmatians. With their unmistakable spots and love for humans, they have slowly become one of the most popular dog breeds. That is why we have put together a Dalmatian care guide so you can find out everything you need to know about one of …

You may not know the breed name, but chances are really good that you have seen the Weimaraner many times before. Photographer William Wegman has been taking pictures of these beautifully unique dogs for 40 years. His love of the Weimaraner breed is on display in all of his artwork, and his images are found …

For many people, the Spanish Greyhound is an acquired taste. Their gangly limbs, elongated snouts, and odd mannerisms might seem foreign to people who have never handled them before. However, most people who have owned greyhounds swear by the breed. Like most sighthounds, Spanish greyhounds are sensitive, mild-mannered dogs. Cruel treatment can seriously impact them, …

Want to know more about the Alaskan Malamute? We’ll be going over 11 different facts on the breed below. Despite their visual similarities, Mals are much bigger than Siberian Huskies. Here is our full Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky comparison. Weighing in at nearly 100 pounds, Alaskan Malamutes are anything but small. One of the oldest …

The Dutch Shepherd is truly a hidden treasure, and you will not find a more beautifully colored dog in any other breed. This breed is of Dutch origin, and they are a highly unique breed with their signature brindle coat in short haired, long haired or wire haired / rough haired. Dutch Shepherds typically have …