Author: Pet Village

The Boston Terrier is a shorthaired breed with a dense and compact build. The Boston Terrier is a very loyal breed and can be very in tune with their owner’s moods and emotions. Boston Terriers are ancestors of the Bulldog, which gives them a squared off look and an overall impression of power and durability. They also have short snouts and pointed ears. Their coat is smooth and fine, and most have distinctive markings, most of which can make it look like the dog is wearing a tuxedo! Boston Terriers get easily excited and enjoy barking, kissing their owners, and...

The Border Collie is very smart and aware of its surroundings. It is able to be taught tricks and trained to an excellent level. They are hardworking dogs, and thrive to be praised for doing well. These dogs are sometimes used in competitive sports because they show great agility skills, obedience, herding abilities, and are good at retrieval. When used in these sports, they often excel. For people who wish to do these competitive sports with a dog, the Border Collie is an excellent choice. Farmers also enjoy the companionship of Border Collies because they work well with herding animals....

With its reputation for tracking, and its gentle, friendly, and non-aggressive nature, the Bloodhound has been a useful companion since the Middle Ages. This very large breed that is easily recognizable for its wrinkled appearance, its long ears, and somewhat sad, melancholy expression. While it sometimes appears to be lethargic and is not known for speed, it is an energetic and even playful dog, somewhat shy around strangers, but very compatible with families and children. Its thick coat, which comes in a variety of tans, black, and red, is easily maintained, but may cause the animal to overheat in hot...

Bichon dogs make for a great companion dog. Bichons love to cuddle, and they are very affectionate animals. They have a very soft, thick curly coat, which makes them quite puffy looking. They love to play in the water, and they have great endurance. They are great with other pets and children; you never have to worry about them biting anyone. Indeed, their sweet disposition makes it very hard to get mad at them if they do anything wrong! Although bred mainly as a companion dog, they can be used as a guard dog in a pinch as they tend...

The Bernese Mountain Dog was originally bred as a farm companion to herders and other animals. As a working dog, because of its size and strength, it was often used to pull carts. This large breed is well known for its compatibility with people, its friendly nature, and its tolerance of children, most other animals, and other pets. While it is traditionally an outdoor animal, it does well inside the home, but requires regular exercise and companionship. They have been bred to be docile, and the vast majority take children’s roughhousing well. The preferred coloration of this beautiful animal is...

The Beagle is a small dog with an incredibly powerful sense of smell, which has seen it commonly used as a tracking dog and a detection dog. More popular in America than their native England, the breed has consistently been in the top ten most popular breeds over the last 50 years. The Beagle is similar to a small Foxhound, and comes in a few different hound colors, the most common being a tricolor. The color of a Beagle can fade over the course of their lives. The Beagle is a merry dog, and their initial standoffishness with strangers is...

Basset hounds have a long body based upon short legs which can provide cover in the countryside. Its coat is tight and sticks to its body, making it less vulnerable to briars, thistles, and low brush. This breed will move with its nose to the ground and does so in a powerful, purposeful manner. Basset Hounds are a very good-natured breed and laid back in nature. Bassets get along well with pets and children, though caution must be exerted with kids to avoid strain on their back. Being a determined track dog, they love to sniff and investigate slowly, and...

Australian Shepherds are often called ‘Aussies’, and are a medium-sized and robust dog breed. Australian Shepherds have ears that are set high at the side of their head that are triangular and slightly rounded at the tip. The fur of an Aussie is of medium texture, straight to slight curly, weather resistant, and medium in length. The Aussie has a natural docked bobtail not commonly seen in other dogs. Australian Shepherds are easy going and calm their whole lives. They make for excellent play friends with children; even with an active child, Aussies love to play. When it comes to...

The American Cocker Spaniel tends to have a long coat, which can be straightened and stylized. The texture of the dog’s coat is often silky to the touch, which adds to its overall appeal. For this reason, it is highly sought after by collectors. Despite its pampered appearance, it is a very devoted breed of dog for people to consider. The disposition of the dog will also make it a great breed to have around the house. It generally has a cheerful and friendly mood that will make it the perfect family pet. This dog will be able to live...

The Akita is a gentle, smart, and fearless breed. Although American Akitas have these traits, they can also be well mannered and very affectionate with their family. They do however need a firm, confident, and consistent pack leader. Without it, the Akita will be very willful, and can become aggressive to other dogs and small animals. To prevent this, it needs firm training while it is still a puppy. If done right, you will be the master in your American Akita’s eyes, and it will be a very calm, and obedient dog. You must be dominant in the eyes of...