Category Archives: Dog Breeds A to Z

Italian Greyhound

INTRODUCTION The Italian greyhound breed was the favourite companion of noblewomen in the Middle Ages, especially in Italy. But this little hound was more than just a lap dog, having the speed, stamina and determination to hunt small game. Today, it is a family dog whose beauty and athletic ability is admired at shows and […]

Jack Chi

INTRODUCTION The Jack Chi is a mixed breed dog, a cross between the Jack Russell Terrier and Chihuahua dog breeds. Friendly, playful and energetic, these puppies inherit some of the best qualities of both their parents. You can find these mixed breed dogs in shelters and rescues, so remember to always adopt. These adorable mixed […]

Irish Water Spaniel

INTRODUCTION Whether splashing after ducks or showing off in the agility ring, canines of the Irish Water Spaniel dog breed do it all with a sense of fun. Created in Ireland as water dogs, they are rare today, but make excellent companions for active and experienced dog owners, especially if they live near a body […]

Irish Wolfhound

INTRODUCTION The Irish Wolfhound breed of dog was originally used in warfare to drag men off horses and chariots. They also hunted big game such as deer, wild boar and wolves. Today, this adaptable dog is a family companion that also competes in obedience, tracking and lure coursing, although they are purebred dogs, some may […]

Irish Terrier

INTRODUCTION The Irish Terrier dog breed was once described as “the poor man’s sentinel, the farmer’s friend and the gentleman’s favourite”. Rugged and stout-hearted, it has the advantages of a comfortable size, versatile abilities as a companion, watchdog and vermin dispatcher, and a great trainability; although they are purebred dogs, some may end up in […]

Irish Setter

INTRODUCTION The Irish Setter originated as a hunting dog in its native Ireland, and the popularity of the dog breed soon spread, thanks to the beauty of its rich mahogany coat and its enthusiasm as bird dogs.they are friendly, mischievous and curious, with high energy levels. This is a bold and boisterous family friend with […]

Icelandic Sheepdog

INTRODUCTION Believed to be companions of the ancient Vikings, the Icelandic Sheepdog breed was used to protect flocks, especially lambs, from birds of prey. They still retain the habit of watching the sky and barking at birds, as well as anything they see or hear, and are also known as Icelandic Spitz or Icelandic dog. […]

Huskita

INTRODUCTION The Husky is a mongrel dog, a cross between the Akita and Siberian Husky dog breeds. Large, energetic and loyal, these puppies inherit some of the best qualities of both their parents. Despite their unfortunate designer breed status, you can find these mixed breed dogs in shelters and breed-specific rescues, so remember to adopt. […]