Tag: adopting

  • Great Dane color illustration, from the Dogs of the World

    Great Dane

    Great Danes are kind and gentle making a Great Dane a wonderful family pet. It’s the official state dog of Pennsylvania. It’s believed to be 400 years old.

  • Sheep Dog or Collie (Rough)

    Collie

    Collie dogs make wonderful family pets. Collies are known for their sweet demeanor, loyalty and a high level of intelligence. Collie dogs are often seen on TV.

  • German Shepherd dog

    German Shepherd

    German Shepherd dogs are great for security. German Shepherds are very intelligent and quick-witted. Also are loyal and respond well to obedience training.

  • Puppy of Jack Russell Terrier

    Jack Russell Terrier

    Jack Russell Terriers originally are from England. The short legged was originally bred as a foxhunting dog. Because of their size, they can follow foxes.

  • Light brown labrador retriever dog close-up

    Labrador Retriever

    The Labrador Retriever is the most popular dog in America. More people own them than any other type of dog. They were originally bred to be hunting companions.

  • Siberian husky dog with light blue eyes in the snow

    Siberian Husky

    Bred originally as a working dog in Siberia, the Siberian Husky excels in cold climates. Because of this it’s not for anyone who lives in a really warm climate.

  • English Mastiff, from the Dogs of the World

    Mastiff

    Mastiff can refer to a group of dog breeds usually grouped as the Molosser group. When people speak of Mastiff they are referring to an English Mastiff.

  • Yorkshire Terrier with his tongue out

    Yorkshire Terrier

    Yorkshire Terriers are members of the toy group. A standard Yorkshire Terrier weighs between 5 and 7 pounds, although a teacup or a toy can weigh as 3 pounds.

  • Brown golden retriever close-up

    Golden Retrievers

    Golden Retrievers are the most common breed of dog picked to be a family pet. Golden Retriever dogs are usually very low-maintenance and very friendly.

  • White furry dog with sunlight

    Havanese

    The Havanese is a rare toy breed that is related to the Bichon. Havanese, unlike most toy breeds, loves to be around children and can be a great family pet.