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Best suited for experienced dog owners, the Shar&#x2d;Pei can be a challenge for those not used to such a unique personality.

Everything You Need to Know About Shar-Peis

There's a rather surprising amount of blood that results from a broken dog nail, but it's usually a lot less serious for your canine friend than it looks.

Get the First Aid Right for Your Dog’s Broken Nail

Your dog has a health issue and requires surgery. The news may throw you off, but this is a challenge like any other, and you've got this.

Aftercare Tips for a Pup With Stitches

Cats have a reputation for turning almost any household object into a toy. Licking plastic may seem like a random quirk; there are reasons for this behavior.

Cats

Why Do Some Cats Love to Lick Plastic?

Though small and cute, Schipperkes are also clever, mighty, and loyal to their pack, making them a great choice for families looking for a spunky small dog.

Schipperke: Little Black Dog with Big Personality

Dogs come in all shapes in sizes, and some of them rock seriously lengthy ears. You'll fall in love with these breeds blessed with adorable ear elongation.

Adorable Dogs with Long Ears

The longhaired dachshund is one of three coat varieties within the breed. Just like their shorthaired counterparts, these long dogs are full of playful spunk.

The Loveable Longhaired Dachshund

The redbone coonhound is a large, sweet, and intrepid dog. Initially bred for hunting, the redbone is also a wonderful, loving family dog.

The Adventurous Redbone Coonhound

When it comes to the Patterdale terrier, looks can be deceiving: These small dogs are as solid and tough as breeds twice their size.

The Patterdale Terrier: Small and Mighty

The saluki was initially bred as a hunting dog for kings and nomadic people. Today, they offer their owners lots of love and quiet companionship.

Understanding Your Saluki

The husky's beauty and spunk make them a very popular dog, and mixing their genetics with other breeds results in companion options suitable for any household.

Beautiful Husky Mixes

Irish setters were bred to be hunting dogs and enjoy joining their owners on hunting expeditions, but they're also loving and loyal family dogs.

Irish Setters: A Bold, Sensitive Breed

Named for the state in Mexico, the cheeky and spirited chihuahua is one of the most recognized breeds of dog in the world.

Small and Stylish: Long-Haired Chihuahuas

Like people, dogs have sensitive skin that is easily irritated, which could lead to dandruff or other skin issues.

Dog Dandruff: Causes and Treatments

Known for being fun&#x2d;loving and affectionate, Maltipoos fit in all types of households. From apartments to acreages, anywhere can feel like home for this pup.

Maltipoo: The Teddy Bear Breed

Like the common cold, kennel cough can be caused by many different viruses. Learn the signs of and treatments for kennel cough to give your pup proper care.