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Category: Dog > Breeds

The Amazing Story Behind Mexico’s Ancient Dog Breed

The rare, ancient Xoloitzcuintli, or Xolo for short, is beloved for it's unique hairless appearance…

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True Story: The Highs and Lows of Loving a Pit Bull

It all happened so fast. My two leashed pit bulls started to bark and lunge,…

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Breed Spotlight: Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Also Known As: Staffy, Staffy Bull, Staffy Dog, Nanny Dog Area of Origin: England Breed…

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75% of the World’s Dogs Don’t Have a Breed, but They Do Have a Name. Meet the Village Dog.

There are about 250 million pet dogs on the planet, and more than 420 recognized…

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Breed Spotlight: All About the Great Dane

Also Known As: Gentle Giant, The Apollo of Dogs, Big Danish Area of Origin: Germany…

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15 Famously Stubborn Dog Breeds

Think you have a strong-willed pup? We explore 15 of the most notoriously stubborn dog…

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8 Things You Didn’t Know About Australian Cattle Dogs

If you're thinking about getting an Australian Cattle Dog, here are eight things you should…

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Breed Spotlight: All About the Leonberger

Also Known As: Jumbo Dogs, Leos, Lion Dogs Area of Origin: Germany Breed Birthday: 1800s…

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11 Things Only Labrador Owners Understand

There's a reason why Labrador retrievers consistently rank as America's most popular dog breed. Here…

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6 Dog Breeds with Dreadlocks and How That Even Works

No, that’s not a walking mop with a tongue—it’s a lovable achievement in fur-engineering! A mere handful of…

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Shorkie, Morkie, Chorkie: Get Ready for the Irresistible Yorkie Mix Parade

Morkies and Dorkies and Chorkies, oh my! If you thought Yorkshire terriers weren’t cute enough on…

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Wagless Wonders: 7 Dog Breeds That Don’t Have Tails

No tail? No problem. These dogs go without tails (or much of a tail, anyway), and…

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