Read on for key facts about the Chihuahua.

Of the thirty-three terrier breeds (most of which were first used for hunting of some sort and so came up as aggressive and lively), the Wire Fox Terrier has a reputation for scampishness. That is, the breed with the challenging personality that has been identified throughout its history as being as foxy as the fox it was once used to hunt.

The Bichon Frise is outgoing, lively, happy and intelligent. Bichon Frises make excellent household pets, with their abiltity to get on with children, other dogs and strangers. The Bichon Frise responds well under correct training and tends to bond closely with its handler. Bichon Frises are naturally sociable dogs and enjoy being taken everywhere with the family.

First of all, I know there are some of you scratching your head and saying “Doodle what?” Yes — a Goldendoodle! So — what is a Goldendoodle, you ask? When bred the way it was intended (according to the standards of breeders in Australia), a Goldendoodle’s the best-kept secret for a family pet! They’re loving, loyal, affectionate, extremely light shedders, naturally sweet and very low-key dogs.

There’s a lot of confusion about the teacup poodle. That’s understandable, since technically it doesn’t exist. The Teacup Poodle goes very much unrecognized by the AKC (American Kennel Club), which breaks poodles down into only three types: standard, miniature, and toy. To the AKC, and to most countries outside the U.S., a Toy is a poodle 10 inches or under at the shoulders. Period.

Beautiful as they are, Boston Terriers have some genetic traits and defects that you must always be mindful of. In order to keep your dogs’ health in tip-top condition and ensure that he leads a healthy and happy life, you must ensure that you’re aware of the breed’s special requirements and even potential dangers.

In recent years, there’s been a new trend in the kinds of dogs that people want to own. These days, people want a pup that’s small, easy to maintain and care for; fiercely loyal and yet amazingly loving. No wonder that Chihuahuas seem to fit the bill so well.

Normally, a blue-tongued dog would be a cause for concern. But when that blue tongue belongs to your Chow Chow, it’s completely normal.

The Greyhound could be called “a breed with the tragic ability to run fast.” As a result, many Greyhound owners use their dogs to compete in races, then “put them down” when the dog loses too many. However, these dogs can also be wonderful pets, and many of them are rehabilitated by Greyhound rescues.

Jack Russell Terriers aren’t exactly rare in Hollywood. You’ve
probably seen one of these cute, scrappy dogs on TV (remember the Jack Russell
terrier in Frasier?), where they show up as family pets in sitcoms
and commercials. Jack Russells have also made the scene in movies — you might
have caught one as "Milo" from The Mask.