Like the Cavalier, Shih Tzus were bred specifically for companionship. They were a key part of Chinese royalty, serving as a ...

With their tuxedo-like coat and bright personality, Boston Terriers are natural entertainers - the dog that would most likely win a spot at the Royal Variety Performance. They are playful, ...

Basset Hounds are quite relaxed, making them great pets for owners who prefer to keep a calm home. “Mellow and slow moving ...

Although wolf-canine interbreeding has been considered extremely rare, the latest research shows that many present-day ...

For the past couple of centuries, humans have been breeding dogs to meet specific physical characteristics -- to make Golden Retrievers fluffy, to make Rottweilers muscular, or to make Chihuahuas tiny ...

The American Kennel Club website describes the ideal form and temperament of 204 dog breeds, from the affenpinscher (“loyal, curious and famously amusing”) to the Yorkshire terrier (“feisty, brave and ...