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What Are the Different Types of Chihuahuas?
Depends on who you ask! While watching the National Dog Show last week, the announcer briefly focused on Chihuahuas… plural. Since there are two different AKC-recognized types of Chihuahuas, there were two dogs representing the Chihuahua breed. But between Chihuahua sub-varieties, “designer” dog breeds, and mixes, there are many types of Chihuahuas that exist outside…
The Winners of the 2022 National Dog Show
Photo credit: NBC Sports Thanksgiving: a time to eat lots of turkey and rich foods, spend time with your family, and watch hundreds of beautiful dogs compete for the Best in Show prize in the National Dog Show. If you missed the dog show, which ran from noon to 2pm EST on November 24, 2022,…
What Are the Different Types of Corgis?
In a previous article about whether Corgis are hypoallergenic (spoiler alert: they are not!), we only briefly mentioned that “Corgi” is actually not an official breed by itself. In fact, there are two distinct Corgi breeds recognized by the AKC. One is a Pembroke Welsh Corgi, and the other is a Cardigan Welsh Corgi. So,…
Are Huskies Hypoallergenic?
Huskies are beautiful dogs. They have gorgeous eyes, fluffy curled tails, and are known for their ability to withstand cold temperatures as sled dogs, and for their distinctive howling. In 2021, Siberian Huskies were the 15th most popular breed of dog within the United States. But are Siberian Huskies hypoallergenic? Sadly, the answer is no….
Is Menards Dog-Friendly?
Header photo credit: Wikimedia Commons 🎶 Save big money at Menards 🎶 For those outside of the upper midwest, Menards is a chain of home improvement stores headquartered in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. It now has over 300 stores in 15 states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota,…
A Review of Pedigree Dog Food Pouches
On the heels of our post about how to get picky eaters to take their medicine, is another post inspired by my picky dog! About a year ago, my dog went on a soft food diet after a dental surgery. Since then, she’s demanded some amount of wet food in her meals. You might be…
Can Dogs Eat Raisin Bread?
Everyone knows that you shouldn’t give dogs chocolate, because it’s poisonous to them. But not everyone knows about other dangerous foods that can be just as toxic for your four-legged friend. Raisins and grapes are extremely toxic to dogs. Because of this, you should not feed your dog raisin bread, and should get them veterinary…
How Fast Does Pumpkin Work for Dog Diarrhea?
Dog ownership is great. You have a loving companion, running buddy, and someone to buy cute dog gear for. But it’s not always sunshines and rainbows. Sometimes your dog gets an upset stomach and you, as the responsible adult, are left to face the consequences. You may already know that pumpkin is full of benefits…