Facts Personality: The Cairn Terrier is an alert, active, hardy, assertive and outgoing little pooch. It is keen to please and will generally bond with one particular person in a household. Suitable for: The breed is suitable for most people, but keep in mind that given its boundless energy, a young puppy may not be […]
Winter is the season with the shortest days and the lowest temperatures. Caroline Zambrano speaks to pet experts about some winter worries. When the winds change and temperature begins to drop, dog owners come to Dogs Life resident veterinarian Dr Michael Archinal with questions about winter care. One has a new puppy and is not […]
Facts Care and exercise Saint Bernards, like most giant breeds, require plenty of space where they can exercise themselves. As adults, they have great endurance but are not built for speed, so free-running, chasing and retrieving games are not for them. Puppies should be allowed to do their own thing, without forced exercise, while their […]
Facts Personality: This gentle and noble dog makes a fantastic addition to any family. The breed is very adaptable and gets on extremely well with all family members, especially children. As long as your pooch is given a good dose of daily exercise and taken in as one of the pack, you will have an […]
Flat Coated Retriever The Flat Coated Retriever was developed in the late 19th century, when hunters found they had a need for an efficient dog to retrieve their game. To develop a dog to meet their requirements, they experimented with the crossing of different breeds. It is believed that Sheepdogs were used for their trainability, […]
Jack Russell dogs are full of energy, are fun-loving and are suitable for dog obedience games like agility. Facts Personality: The JRT is lively, enthusiastic, fun loving and eager to please. They will thrive if exercised daily and included as part of the family. Suitable for: Active people who enjoy spending time with, exercising and […]
Facts Grooming: Little grooming required Exercise: Medium-high (they require daily exercise) Size: Average Lifespan: 12-16 years Originating in Africa, the Basenji is an ancient breed and has changed little over thousands of years. Dating back to the pharaohs and as far back as 4000BC, the Basenji is still highly prized by the natives in Southern […]
Facts Care and exercise Coat care of the Smooth variety could hardly be easier an occasional brushing or wipe down with a damp cloth. The Wire, to look like it should, needs not only regular brushing, but stripping and trimming is best left to a professional groomer. An uncared-for Wire Fox Terrier will end up […]
The Labrador is a loveable large breed dog that has a good nature and adores people. Facts Personality: This lovable pooch has to be one of the best feel-good dogs available. Warm, affectionate and loyal, the Lab adores people and needs to be taken in as one of the family. It will return any love […]
