Jul
12
2009
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Why are Collies such a popular dog breed?

Find the collie pup (photo by tsuacctnt - CC-BY)Collies come in two types – rough coated and smooth coated.  In the United States they are considered to be the same breed of dog. However, in Great Britain the two coats are considered to be two separate breeds. Collies are also known as the Scottish Collie. The Collie is very intelligent and beautiful, often [more...]

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Jul
12
2009
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Why are Chihuahuas such a popular dog breed?

Coco the Chihuahua Dog by Toby Lee Spiegel (CC-BY)Chihuahuas come in two types: short coat, (also called smooth coat), and long coat. They are identical except for coat length. The short coat is most popular. The Chihuahua is known by its small size, big ears, large and beautiful dark eyes. This is the smallest dog breed in the world and the oldest breed [more...]

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May
30
2009
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Is the Labrador Retriever the most popular dog breed in the U.S.?

Labrador Retriever (Photo by OakleyOriginals - CC-BY)The Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular dog breeds worldwide. According to American Kennel Club (AKC) dog registration statistics, the Labrador Retriever has been America’s top registered breed for the last 18 years. Ranking of the most popular dogs in the U.S. (2008) 1. Labrador Retriever 2. Yorkshire Terrier 3. German Shepherd Dog 4. [more...]

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