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Old English sheepdogs were bred to handle extreme cold weather, but will need a diet that supports their weight, build and high-energy level. Care for the coat of an Old English sheepdog with tips...

American pit bull terriers were bred for fighting and require socialization with other dogs very early in order to teach control in exciting situations. Physically and mentally exercise pit bulls...

Proper care for an American Staffordshire terrier includes utilizing the breed's high energy, enthusiasm and intelligence with proper obedience training and exercise. Learn about how the American...

Australian shepherds are high-energy dogs that need lots of physical and mental exercise in the form of agility training and dog sports. Watch out for nipping behavior in Australian shepherd dogs...

English springer spaniels make great house pets, but because of their heavy, drop ears and furry paws, they require special grooming and vet care. Check English springer spaniel ears regularly for...

Care for an Irish setter by giving the dog lots of mental and physical exercise, as well as a good diet to support their beautiful coats. Find out about how loyal and graceful Irish setters can be...

Caring for an Italian greyhound requires keeping the dog warm in cold weather and watching out for their delicate legs and bones. Avoid harsh reprimands with emotionally sensitive Italian...

Proper care for a Weimaraner should include utilizing the gun dog instincts of the breed with basic obedience and agility training. Pay attention to diet and exercise with Weimaraners using tips...

The Akita Inu is a Japanese dog that requires good coat care for their long, thick fur and obedience training on how to behave around strangers. Find out why Akitas are good for families that only...

Caring for an Alaskan Malamute requires a lot of grooming, as well as obedience training that teachings the dog or puppy to look to the owner for behavior cues. Consider getting more than one...

Rhodesian ridgeback dogs and puppies require a great deal of obedience training and will need a strong leader in order to be a manageable dog. Care for Rhodesian ridgebacks by keeping them warm in...

Because Rottweiler puppies grow into large, powerful dogs, proper care includes good obedience training with positive reinforcement and humane methods. Watch out for aggressive, territorial...

Proper care for a Saint Bernard includes obedience training starting as a puppy, so that once the dog is full grown it can be controlled. Feed Saint Bernards a diet suitable for large-boned dogs...

A Siberian husky is bred to run and pull, so proper care includes plenty of exercise, a high-calorie diet and obedience training that focuses on coming to their owner. Brush a Siberian husky two...

Standard poodles are very fun family dogs that require basic obedience training and lots of grooming. Train a poodle to do tricks and other things for their owner with help from a certified dog...

Collies are generally herding dogs that require training to keep them busy, so that they do not get restless. Give collies a good diet, lots of exercise and a moderate amount of grooming with...

Caring for a dalmatian requires giving the dog lots of exercise and obedience training in order to tire out this active breed, which was bred to run. Feed dalmatians a diet for high energy dog...

To care for a golden retriever, provide lots of obedience training and learn about how this dog breed uses its mouth for many things. Train golden retrievers to walk gently on a leash, because of...

Caring for a Great Dane requires socializing the dog from the time it is a puppy with people and other dogs, despite their generally friendly demeanor. Learn about how slow-moving and lazy Great...

When caring for a greyhound dog, put a sweater on them to protect them from cold weather and watch out for a high predatory drive. Because of their large haunches, train greyhounds to lay down...

Labradoodles are very friendly designer dogs that require a diet for active dog breeds, lots of exercise and training to prevent jumping. Train labradoodles to greet people calmly and sit in order...

To care for a Labrador Retriever, avoid over-feeding and under-exercising the dog, provide good leadership and spend time doing obedience training. Find out the history of the Labrador Retriever...

Newfoundlands are giant dogs with very heavy coats that require a lot of care and attention. Take friendly, affectionate Newfoundlands swimming or boating, and keep them from jumping too much,...

Caring for a Bernese Mountain Dog requires special attention to grooming and energy needs, as well as extensive leash training due to the breed's size and power. Feed Bernese Mountain Dogs the...

To care for a boxer, begin training the dog or puppy immediately, exercise the dog a lot, arrange playtime with other bulldog breeds and be sure to feed a high-quality diet. Consider putting a...

Because chow chows can be aggressive guard dogs, this dog breed should be taught how to be handled by the owner and strangers using a strong leadership program of training. Groom chow chows...

Scottish terriers, or Scottie dogs, are sporty and independent, and tend to do better in quiet households with one or two people. Care for a Scottish terrier's coat by getting it professionally...

Proper care for a teacup Chihuahua should include carrying the dog in most situations and watching out for medical problems. Avoid getting a teacup Chihuahua as a pet for small children and...

Yorkshire terrier dogs enjoy hunting and will require a lot of training, activity and supervision. Keep Yorkshire terrier coats professionally groomed or trim the coat short with tips from a...

Miniature pinschers are very intelligent, fast-moving dogs and proper care should include a good leadership program and obedience training. Keep miniature pinschers warm in cold weather with help...

Miniature schnauzer care should include giving the dog a job to do in order to keep this active pet occupied. Get the rough coat of a schnauzer professionally groomed occasionally with tips from a...

Proper care for a Pembroke Welsh corgi should include training the dog to respect strict boundaries, as corgis tend to be bossy, confident and vocal. Train a Pembroke Welsh corgi to do agility...

Pomeranians are active, little dogs that can be taught a variety of tricks, but require a lot of grooming to care for their long coats. Give Pomeranians lots of attention and watch out for them...

Care for a pug should focus on keeping the eyes and nose healthy due to activities that may easily overheat this little dog. Enjoy a number of sports with pug dogs using tips from a certified dog...

Blue heeler were bred to herd sheep, so proper care for this dog should include firm obedience to discourage nipping and disobedience. Use positive reinforcement and friendly methods of training...

Caring for a Chihuahua is similar to caring for a big dog, except that Chihuahuas enjoy being carried around and will need to be protected from the cold. Learn about the bold personality and...

Caring for Chinese Shar-Peis requires regular vet care for skin infections and lots of socialization with people and other dogs at a very young age. Keep Chinese Shar-Pei dogs in quiet homes with...

When caring for cocker spaniels, pay special attention to the dog's grooming and keeping the ears clean to prevent ear infections. Give cocker spaniels a moderate amount of exercise and mental...

Dachshund care should include obedience training that gets the dog's attention, due to their ability to concentrate heavily on scents. Watch out for back injuries with dachshunds, because of their...

Jack Russell terriers are very active dogs that were bred to hunt vermin. They require lots of mental and physical stimulation from exercise or agility training. Discover the joys of caring for a...

Maltese dogs requires lots of grooming in order to keep their long, white coats clean and free of mats. Get a Maltese as a happy, amusing pet dog with information from a certified dog trainer in...

Caring for miniature dachshunds requires making sure that the dog is not dropped or stepped on, since their tiny bodies are very delicate. Feed miniature dachshunds food with small-sized kibble...

Caring for a basset hound requires keep the dog from jumping on, off or over things in order to protect their long, vulnerable spine. Provide basset hounds with a good fence so that they do not...

The most important care tip for beagles is training them to "come"; their ability to focus on a scent and block out all other distractions can lead to the dog wandering off. Learn how easy it is...

Bichon frise dogs have very fluffy coats that require constant care and grooming. Handle bichon frises gently when grooming and be careful with their delicate bodies with tips from a certified dog...

To care for a Doberman pinscher, introduce socialization and obedience training early in life, offer plenty of mental and physical stimulation, and maintain its toenails and coat for the dog's...

When training a shih tzu, take the dog out every 30 minutes to avoid accidents, introduce the "heel" command, and practice the "sit" command while the dog is still a puppy. Train a shih tzu from...

Caring for a miniature dachshund requires diligent obedience training, as these dogs are highly stimulated by movement, sounds and smells. Provide plenty of exercise and training for a miniature...

Caring for a Boston terrier involves consistent socialization and house training, as they are high-energy dogs that require physical and mental stimulation to behave. Keep a Boston terrier as a...

When caring for a bullmastiff, practice regular obedience training, socialize the animal from a young age to interact with other dogs and people, offer plenty of exercise opportunities, and keep...