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10 Curly-Haired Dog Breeds (Poodles and Beyond)
10 dog breeds have curly coats, from Poodles to Irish Water Spaniels. See size, lifespan, shedding and grooming needs for each, with tips on caring for curls.
17 Dog Breeds With Blue Eyes (and Why They Have Them)
Blue eyes show up in 17 breeds in our data, from Siberian Huskies to Dalmatians. See which breeds can have them, how big they get, and what causes blue eyes in
36 Dog Breeds With Curly Tails (With Photos)
A tail that curls over the back shows up in 36 breeds in our data, from Pugs and Akitas to Samoyeds and Shiba Inus. See the best-known breeds with size, tempera
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17 Dog Breeds With Different Colored Eyes (Heterochromia)
One blue eye and one brown eye turns up in 17 breeds in our data, from the Siberian Husky to the Great Dane. See which breeds can have odd eyes and why it happe
13 Dog Breeds With Merle Coats (and the Health Risk)
13 dog breeds come in merle, from Australian Shepherds to Great Danes. See each breed's size and lifespan, and why breeding two merle dogs together is dangerous
10 Dog Breeds With Short Tails (Natural Bobtails)
Some dogs are born with a short or bobbed tail, and others have theirs docked. Here are the 10 breeds in our data with a naturally short tail, and how that diff
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The Teddy Bear Schnauzer Haircut (Best Haircut For Miniature Schnauzers)
The German Schnauzers, or “whiskered snouts”, are well-liked by families, not only because of their cute, bushy eyebrows and beard but also because of the incre
Why are Dalmatians not popular?
The main reason why Dalmations are not popular anymore is that they are considered to be high-maintenance dogs. They require a lot of grooming and exercise, and
Why Does My Dog Wait for My Other Dog to Finish Eating?
It’s happened to all of us- you’re sitting down to enjoy a meal when your furry friend decides that they’re hungry too. But what do you do when your dog won’t e
Why Do Dogs Have Swirls on Their Bum? (Explained)
All dog owners can agree that dogs come with a lot of fun and weird quirks all over their bodies. One of those features that stand out the most is the existence
Hanging tree dog as a pet – Temperament, Life Span and Origin!
If you’ve been wondering if you can keep a Hanging tree dog as a pet, the answer is yes. You can keep one as a pet. Even though these dogs were initially bred t
Can I let my dog air dry after a bath?
Many dog owners choose to air dry their dogs after a bath, and there are several reasons why this is a good idea. First of all, it cuts down on the amount of ti