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The Labrador Retrievers are an iconic, all-around family and working dog. Their good nature, even temperament, and eagerness to learn make them ideal companions for almost any task. The breed was among the canine heroes that joined in the search for survivors and casualties of 9/11. They are everyday heroes to many people as they perform therapy work or greet their best friends at the door after a hard day of work

Originally a variety of German Spitz, the American Eskimo dog shares the same history and lineages as the German Spitz varieties that include the Keeshond, Pomeranian, and Volpino Italiano.

In the last blog, we discussed the similarities and differences between the Whippet and the Italian Greyhound. This time, we are going to look at two somewhat smaller breeds. What are some things you can look for when trying to spot a Miniature Pinscher and a Manchester Terrier? Let’s find out!

Dogs come in all shapes and sizes. Big dogs, small dogs, long-haired, short-haired, the list goes on and on; just like in the last blog, we discussed how Scottish deerhounds and Irish wolfhounds look similar. In this blog, we’ll discuss how the whippet and Italian greyhound are alike and different. These two breeds look very similar at first glance, but once you get to know them, you’ll see the differences.

The Weimaraner, or Weim, has a rich history—some of which is the subject of conjecture. What is known about this stunning breed is that it originally hails from the town of Weimar, Germany. It is believed that the Weim was originally developed as an all-around hunting dog, bred and kept by hunters and gamekeepers in and around the city of Weimar and Thuringia.