Dog Breed Guide
Dog breed guide | The kerry blue terrier
The Kerry blue terrier is a muscular dog with a playful nature. The “blue” in the name derives from the deep blue black colour of fur that most puppies are born with. For some dogs, this fades over time, and kerry blues can be found in a variety of browns and blacks. The Kerry blue terrier is the national terrier of Ireland. Origin: This breed originated in the 18th century in the County of Kerry, Ireland, and was used to hunt small game, retrieve, herding and house guarding. Today they are predominately seen as companions and in dog competitions (and for this reason, they can be quite costly). The Kerry was recognized as a purebred by the AKC in...
Read MoreDog Breed Guide | The German Wirehaired Pointer
The German Wirehaired Pointer – named for its wiry, water-resistant coat and country of origin – is an affectionate, intelligent dog. Measuring 22-26 inches and weighing 60-70 pounds, these guys are hard workers that like to be kept occupied during the day. This pup has many talents. It excels at hunting, tracking, and retrieving – even in water – and, due to their large size and intimidating stature, they’re pretty darn good at guarding. The Wirehaired Pointer is affectionate with children but, due to its large size, is better suited to a family with older children. This breed is normally good with other animals but can become jealous,...
Read MoreDog breed guide | The Irish Water Spaniel
The Irish Water Spaniel is the largest of the Spaniels – and they’re easily spotted by their rich brown in colour and curly coat. These dogs are loving and extremely obedient. As you can probably guess, these guys love the water – so they’re perfect for a family that lives close to or has access to a large lake that is safe for swimming. These dogs are, in fact, bred for life in the water. They have large chests that allow them to swim for long distances and “webbed” feet that enable them to paddle with ease. Although obedient, Irish Water Spaniels will ignore commands from people who have not established a dominant relationship...
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