Posted on May 08, 2013 by WayCoolDogs
The Airedale Terriers, proclaimed the “King of Terriers,” is one of the most loyal and playful breeds among terrier dog breeds. Their square faces, proud posture, and shaggy beards make them an adorable sight for anyone laying eyes on them for the first time. Aside from having the ruler of all terriers as your companion there are many other reasons to consider an Airedale Terrier as a pet:
Posted on April 04, 2013 by WayCoolDogs
Yorkshire Terriers, working class origins, are one of the most popular dogs today. A lot about the little “Yorkie” is based on the fact that it was developed in England during the 1800s, specifically for small vermin hunting – a real working class dog. Yorkshire Terriers officially entered the world in 1861 as a “broken-haired Scotch [...]
Posted on February 25, 2013 by WayCoolDogs
Bloodhounds tracking poachers are making the news today saving animals. Bloodhounds belong to the family of scent hounds, a line that dates back to the Middle Ages when they were used for tracking people, hunting deer and wild boars.
Posted on September 04, 2012 by WayCoolDogs
There are several breeds of dogs that make excellent family pets and also provide protection to your property and loved ones. In fact, aside from purchasing a security system for your home, a guard dog is one of the most effective ways to help protect your home from intruders. Browse the list below to find [...]
Posted on May 30, 2012 by WayCoolDogs
Mixed bred dogs have been around for years and years. Whether it is by accident or intended, people have fallen in love with mutt breeds for decades now. It is not until very recently that “designer” dog breeds have become more popular among the general dog owning population. “Designer” breed is just a fancy way [...]
Posted on November 29, 2011 by WayCoolDogs
For those of you that have even a cursory knowledge of dog breeds, the word “working” and “dog” make us think of the breed group, such as the Hunting Group, the Toy Group, etc. The working dogs I am talking about today are not going to be limited to those breeds that are in the [...]
Posted on September 01, 2011 by WayCoolDogs
This is not your normal love story. This story begins with a crazy moment in time where a dog needed to be saved and I stepped up to save her. See, the thing with Isabella, now named Izzy, is that she was in the City of Hartford Animal Shelter and her 10 days was up. It was either she gets adopted THAT day or she will be put to sleep. Poor Izzy wasn’t even adopted out after being put on the 6 am news.
Posted on August 23, 2011 by WayCoolDogs
For those of you that have even a cursory knowledge of dog breeds, the word “working” and “dog” make us think of the breed group, such as the Hunting Group, the Toy Group, etc. The working dogs I am talking about today are not going to be limited to those breeds that are in the Working Group. I am going to be talking about whatever dog breeds are best, regardless of group, at working in the Southern United States.
Posted on July 14, 2011 by WayCoolDogs
Pit bulls are considered one of the more high-risk breeds of dog, whether it concerns the medical field, insurance companies, property owners, new landlords or the city’s dog laws. That same dog when listed as an American Pit Bull Terrier, Pit bull, American…..or even a mastiff…the picture changes entirely.
Posted on February 18, 2011 by WayCoolDogs
An ancient breed of the Middle Ages, the Scottish Deerhound is the royal dog of Scotland. To those who know of this elegant and aristocratic breed, it should come to no surprise that Grand Champion Foxcliffe Hickory Wind from Flint Hill, Va., won Best of Show at the 2011 Westminster Dog Show this week. Knowing how to care for a Scottish Deerhound, anyone can raise a champion.
Posted on January 17, 2011 by WayCoolDogs
According to Mayo Clinic, there is no such thing as hypoallergenic cat or dog breeds, as tiny pet dander (skin cells) from animals is the main cause of all pet allergies—not the type of breed or fur the animal has on them.
Posted on November 06, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
Recently, I was inspired to find a dog of my own when I saw a hiker with his Siberian Husky bounding along a narrow trail, both man and animal in perfect harmony, lapping up every step and strain of movement with pleasure. (Guest Post)
Posted on October 28, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
When looking to buy or adopt a dog, something that should definitely be considered is how dangerous a specific dog breed is as some dog breeds are more prone to violence than others.
Posted on September 23, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
The mysterious White Shaker Dog Syndrome is a full body condition that dog owners are unaware of until they observe it in their little white adult dog. It primarily affects white small breed adult dogs, even though it occasionally affects the Australian Silky Terriers, Miniature Pinschers, or Yorkshire Terriers of various colors. Veterinarians and dog [...]
