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When do dogs stop growing? How big will your dog get?

Posted May 14, 2022

Photo illustration of a collection of dogs of different sizes. Wondering how big your dog will get? Start by analyzing its paws. If its paws appear too big for its body at 16 weeks, it will grow bigger.

Wondering how big your dog will get? Start by analyzing its paws. If its paws appear too big for its body at 16 weeks, it will grow bigger.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds, Puppies Tagged With: Big dogs, Small dogs

5 signs your Chihuahua is overweight

Posted May 9, 2022

Overweight Chihuahua sits on scale.

Help your overweight Chihuahua lose extra pounds, by gradually increasing exercise and feeding your dog a high-protein, low-calorie diet.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds Tagged With: Chihuahua, Small dogs

5 common dachshund health problems and how to treat them

Posted May 1, 2022

Happy Dachshund with shaggy brown coat. Dachshund health problems include hip and elbow dysplasia, invertebrate disc disease, obesity, allergies and asthma.

Dachshund health problems include hip and elbow dysplasia, invertebrate disc disease, obesity, allergies and asthma.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds Tagged With: Small dogs

Is a loyal, affectionate Shiba Inu the right dog for you?

Posted March 24, 2022

A tricolor Shiba Inu play bows on a couch.

The Shiba Inu is loyal, good-natured, fearless, and bold. They make excellent companions if you commit to grooming, exercising, and training.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds Tagged With: Small dogs

How to prevent Intervertebral Disc Disease in dogs

Posted January 31, 2022

Diagram shows IVDD in a dog's spine.

IVDD or Intervertebral Disc Disease from spinal cord degeneration primarily affects small dogs, but it can affect medium and large dogs.

Filed Under: Dog Health Tagged With: Big dogs, Health conditions, Small dogs

6 breeds that make wonderful family dogs

Posted January 19, 2022

Young child plays fetch with chocolate Labrador Retriever. The best family dog breeds share common traits. They're smart, easy to train, love spending time with people, and are good with children.

The best family dog breeds share common traits. They’re smart, easy to train, love spending time with people, and are good with children.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds Tagged With: Big dogs, Small dogs

Things you need to know to give your Chihuahua the best care

Posted January 11, 2022

Chihuahuas graphic

Provide Chihuahuas with proper care. Schedule regular vet visits, keep your dog clean, provide food for small breeds, and more.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds, Dog Health Tagged With: Chihuahua, Small dogs

7 adorable small dog breeds that stay tiny

Posted January 9, 2022

Small-sized dog breeds graphic.

Small-sized dog breeds stay tiny and adorable for their entire lives. If you want a perpetual lap dog, consider choosing one of these breeds.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds Tagged With: Small dogs

6 crossbreeds that make good family dogs

Posted December 23, 2021

Huskamute on white background.

Looking for a family dog? Consider these crossbreeds: Cockapoo, Labradoodle, Puggle, Sprollie, Jackapoo, or Huskamute.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds Tagged With: Big dogs, Children, Small dogs

Choose a Mini-Bernedoodle: Adopt a puppy if you’re allergic to dogs

Posted December 20, 2021

The Bernedoodle is a crossbreed of the poodle and the Bernese Mountain dog. Poodles are a popular crossbreeding choice.

The mini-bernadoodle is extremely intelligent, making it easier than other breeds to train. They also are playful and need lots of exercise.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds Tagged With: Pet parents, Poodle, Small dogs

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