Patricia Dickson

Pomeranians are little dogs that are famous for having fluffy, thick coats. They also make great lap dogs and have friendly, energetic personalities. Pomeranians shed between two to three times a year seasonally and periodically throughout the year, making them a poor choice for pet owners who have pet allergies. The Pomeranian is also a

National Alaskan Malamute Day for this year has passed, but it’s celebrated every January 7th. As you may know, this day is held to honor the Alaskan Malamute breed. Alaskan Malamutes were famous for their strength, endurance, and loyalty. They were bred in Alaska to be sled dogs, and they helped the Inuit people with

Whether they’re a toy, miniature, or standard Poodle, there are very few pet owners, or even non-pet owners, who don’t know how gorgeous, loving, and intelligent a Poodle is. However, many pet owners don’t realize that there is a National Poodle Day. National Poodle Day is held on October 7, so make sure you mark

For many dog owners, choosing an original name is challenging, but what better way to pick a unique name for your dog than to pick a name that starts with a unique letter? If you followed the same train of thought, you probably thought of the letter Z pretty quickly. Z is a letter used

If you’ve recently become the proud pet parent of a tough, tenacious dog, you might be looking for a tough or badass name to go with your pet’s personality. After all, what dog owner wouldn’t want a badass name to go with their pet’s sturdy build and super-tough demeanor? Even if your dog is a

If you’re searching for a dog to give a forever home, you might be considering the Miniature Schnauzer. These adorable dogs weigh between 10 and 20 pounds and grow 12 to 14 inches tall. One of the biggest questions on many potential pet owners’ minds, especially if you’re scared that you’re allergic to pet dander,

The Boston Terrier is a popular dog that makes a great companion. They originated in Boston, Massachusetts, and have been given quite the distinguished nickname of “the American Gentleman,” which refers to the pattern and colors that make them look like they’re wearing a tuxedo. This leads people to think that Boston Terriers only come

All pet owners know that dogs have a keen sense of smell. In fact, dogs have amazing noses and can even sniff out everything from cancer to bombs. However, have you ever wondered why you like smelling your dog so much? Many pet owners report that smelling their canine friends helps them calm down after

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are known for being patient, loyal, and loving and make great watchdogs. They’re also known for being fast canines, but just how fast? Rhodesian Ridgebacks can run 30 miles per hour (mph), which is a bit slower than Greyhounds. They can run up to 45 mph. While that’s much slower than the Cheetah,

Shiba Inus originated in Japan and were bred to hunt. So how much is a Shiba Inu to buy and care for? If you’re looking to give a Shiba Inu a forever home with you and your family, you can expect to pay anywhere from $1,400 to $2,200 in the United States when buying a