What We Cover
What We Cover
Beagles
As far back as the 1500s, beagles were used by English royalty to help them hunt small game animals. Now, the friendly, curious animals are more often seen as loyal family pets. Their coats come in three varieties: tricolor, lemon, and red-and-white.
Boxer
Boxers are a strong, alert breed that are often used as guard dogs, and were once used to help hunt large game animals. However, families that take in boxers as pets find them to be gentle, loveable creatures that love companionship.
Bulldogs
It’s hard to find a breed more recognizable than the bulldog! Bulldogs are very relaxed, don’t need much grooming or exercise, and make great companions. However, their owners should be careful, as they can very easily overheat in hot weather.
Dachshund
Originally from Germany, dachshunds were originally bred for hunting badgers – their long, squat bodies made them perfect for the job. Now, they are better known as low-maintenance dogs that come in several varieties of sizes, colors, and coats.
German Shepherds
German shepherds are probably best-known for being the dogs of choice of the police and military, but they are also popular as pets. Originally bred in Southwest Germany, they became famous in the United States thanks to the films of the first-ever canine movie star, Rin Tin Tin.
Golden Retrievers
The ever-popular golden retriever was bred in Scotland in the 1800s and has since become one of the most common breeds in the United States. Their friendly, gentle attitude makes them fantastic pets for families with children.
Labrador Retrievers
Labradors have been one of the most popular breeds of dog in the United States for over 20 years. Originally bred for hunting and fishing, labs are one of the most social and gentle types of dogs, and make popular family pets as well as good therapy and search-and-rescue dogs.
Poodle
Despite being thought of as a breed for the rich and famous, poodles were originally hunting dogs. Their trademark haircut was originally designed to help protect poodles’ joints as they waded in cold water. While most people think of poodles as typically being solid white, the breed comes in several solid colors.
Rottweiler
Rottweilers love to keep busy! They’re at their happiest when they’re working, and can be found in search-and-rescue teams and helping out law enforcement. Although they may look intimidating, rottweilers are friendly animals that are gentle with children – but their protective nature may make them wary of strangers.
Yorkshire Terrier
You might think of the small, energetic Yorkie as a “purse dog,” but this wasn’t always the case. Before they became symbols of high society, they were a common sight in 19th century clothing mills, hunting rats like many of their terrier cousins before them.