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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
The Largest Dog Breeds: What to Know
Giant dogs are some of the hardest-working and most recognizable breeds. But because many of them maintain the strong working instincts and drive they were bred for, they can be a lot to handle. Here are some things to keep in mind if you're considering adding one to your family. Maturation Giant dogs are giant […]
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| September 13, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
9 Calm Dog Breeds
ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ recognizes many breeds, and each possesses a purpose-bred set of physical and behavioral characteristics. Purebred dogs within each of the seven AKC breed groups are expected to conform to a particular breed standard. One of the more identifiable elements of a canine breed standard is temperament. Temperament has been defined as an animal’s […]
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| December 11, 2019
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
9 Things You Didn’t Know About the Irish Wolfhound
The Irish Wolfhound is a true gentle giant. Though they have been prized as courageous hunters for centuries, this breed also has a sweet temperament and thrives on companionship. Let's look at some more interesting facts about the Irish Wolfhound. 1. They Are the Tallest Dogs in the World The Irish Wolfhound is the tallest […]
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| May 22, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Living Large: Raising an Irish Wolfhound Puppy
Are you considering getting an Irish Wolfhound puppy? If so, it’s certainly understandable. These sweet-tempered creatures have beguiled us since ancient times. Originally bred as fearless big-game hunters capable of dispatching a wolf in single combat, Wolfhounds today are the most serene and agreeable of companions for owners of all ages. But, with big dogs […]
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| December 30, 2015