Posted on March 11, 2010 by WayCoolDogs

To most dachshund owners, it comes to no surprise that this little “weiner dog” was ranked #8 as AKC’s most popular dog for 2009. A mischievous and loving little dog who belongs to the hound group, the short-legged dachshund has been one of the most popular breeds since the early 1900s. Dachshund as playful pets [...]

Posted on February 01, 2010 by WayCoolDogs

While Americans like dogs, they love hounds. Among the most popular breed of hound dog is the Dachshund, also sometimes referred to as the “Weiner Dog” or “Hot Dog Dog” due to their elongated shape. Easy to spot by their trademark short legs and long body, Dachshunds are a playful and loyal breed. Finding Dachshunds [...]

Posted on January 28, 2010 by WayCoolDogs

As hideous as it is to place baked dog on our tables is in the United States, the Asian countries consider it a common part of their culture with slaughtering dogs in the common sector acceptable. “We need to alert both the general public and clinicians about the risks around butchering and handling meat,” says [...]

Posted on August 18, 2009 by WayCoolDogs

Several years ago the two old ladies I co-exist with used to breed Cocker Spaniel puppies and cockapoos .  As I look back (and they say a dog has only 14 minutes of short-term memory! HA!) I remember one day the entire farm was getting ready for two litters of Cocker Spaniel puppies to arrive. [...]

Posted on July 29, 2009 by WayCoolDogs

After the ancestor of modern dog breeds began and dog health began to be researched, a single genetic mutation was found in the evolution of short-legged breeds like dachshunds, corgis, or basset hounds. This gene has caused their stubby and curved legs—very distinct from the genes in the popular toy breeds like Chihuahuas or Shih [...]