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Meet 12 Ancient Dog Breeds
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, Wed Feb 15 14:02:00 EST 2017Would you be surprised to learn that some of the dogs you see out walking in your neighborhood, like Greyhounds, Pugs and Shih Tzus, are actually members of centuries-old breeds? Some of these… Full Article ›
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Dog Breed Names You May Be Mispronouncing
By Kim Campbell Thornton, Tue Oct 25 10:58:00 EDT 2016Some dog breeds have real tongue-twister names. Usually that’s because of their foreign origin. It’s not always easy to know how to pronounce names with a German, French, Dutch or other international… Full Article ›
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10 Dog Breeds With Unusual Coats or Markings
By Meredith Hooker Williams, Tue Nov 24 13:50:00 EST 2015There are some dog breeds that really stand out in a crowd thanks to their unusual coats or markings. They may catch your eye with long, luxurious coats, flashy spots or crisp curls. There are even… Full Article ›
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Meet the Diverse Dogs of the Non-Sporting Group
By Megan Winter, Thu Feb 05 22:34:00 EST 2015Non-Sporting dogs are a diverse and varied group, to say the least. In fact, the breeds in this group couldn't be more different from one another if they tried. From the stocky and wrinkled Bulldog… Full Article ›
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13 Cuddliest Dog Breeds
By Laura Cross, Mon Nov 10 10:01:00 EST 2014As the weather gets colder, one creative way to warm up is to snuggle with a cuddly canine. So, next time there’s a chill in the air, build a fire, grab a blanket and get cozy with one of these… Full Article ›
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Xoloitzcuintli
Wed Feb 12 09:36:05 EST 2014The Xoloitzcuintli -- what a name. It's pronounced “show-low-eetz-kweent-lee.” Or take the easy way out and just call him the “show-low.” He’s also known as the Mexican… Full Article ›
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11 Unusual Breeds You'll See at Westminster
By Laura Cross,Shayna Meliker, Fri Feb 08 07:58:00 EST 2013Shaved legs, trimmed mustaches and long, luxurious coats — sometimes we think the Westminster Dog Show is like a red-carpet event for unusual-looking breeds. Some of these dogs are… Full Article ›
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10 Cats and Dogs With Magical Origins
By Laura Cross, Fri Dec 07 00:40:00 EST 2012Our pets enchant us every day — whether they’re curled up and purring in our laps or greeting us with unrivaled enthusiasm at the door. But in ancient times, some cats and dogs… Full Article ›
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9 Unusual-Looking Breeds Spotted at the 2012 National Dog Show
By Laura Cross,Shayna Meliker, Thu Nov 22 12:55:00 EST 2012One of the best things about attending a benched dog show like the National Dog Show presented by Purina is that you get to meet lots of pooches whom you don’t usually see walking around the… Full Article ›
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Skin Cancer Risk in Animals: New Research Shows That Even Fish Get It
By Carrie Sloan, Wed Sep 26 01:44:00 EDT 2012Now that’s fishy. Researchers recently discovered that fish, like humans, can develop deadly forms of skin cancer. “It’s the first time that skin cancer linked to UV… Full Article ›
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Meet the 6 New Breeds Competing at the Westminster Dog Show
Thu Jan 26 01:36:00 EST 2012The Westminster Kennel Club welcomes six new breeds into the ring this year: American English Coonhound, Entlebucher Mountain Dog, Finnish Lapphund, Cesky Terrier, Norwegian Lundehund and… Full Article ›
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Catching Up With John O'Hurley and David Frei, Co-Hosts of The National Dog Show
By Arden Moore , Wed Nov 23 05:00:00 EST 2011On Thanksgiving Day, quarterbacks won’t be the only ones barking signals. From noon to 2 p.m., the best dogs representing more than 170 breeds will vie for top honors in the 10th annual… Full Article ›