VetStreet.com once published two articles that included the top five most energetic dogs and the top five most intelligent dogs, as voted by 122 veterinary experts. You may, or may not, be surprised to know that three herding breeds made the…
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As someone who lives in an urban area, I often hear the question, “Can you have a herding breed and live in an apartment?” The short answer is, “It depends.” The real question isn’t if you can own…
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I love Corgis. I really do! Years ago, my husband and I drove several hours on a cold February night to see if a handsome Corgi would be the right dog for us. It took us all of 2.5 seconds…
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It’s that time of year! The leaves are changing color, and the temperatures are getting cooler. Some places may have already received some heavy rain or snow! If you have an athletic dog, it may be challenging to keep them…
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Little Dog, Big Job: Corgis as Service Dogs I am a volunteer for an organization called Canine Companions for Independence. I love volunteering for this organization because I truly believe in their mission. Founded in 1975, Canine Companions for Independence…
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Treibball or Drive Ball is one of the newest sports in the dog world. Instead of dogs using their natural skills to herd sheep, they push around large exercise balls. The goal of Treibball is to herd inflated exercise balls…
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Athletic dogs are a lot like athletic people. They love the work they do, and they thrive in life because of their athleticism and fitness levels. However, much like people, they can be prone to, or experience, injuries. As a…
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Signs of hip dysplasia can be subtle. However, hip dysplasia is an affliction, which can affect several herding breeds. That’s why, as pet parents, we need to be aware of changes in our dog’s behavior in order to help them…
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Is There One Corgi … or Two? Corgis are great dogs! While the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi share some similarities, they are both considered individual breeds. Let’s take a look at their history, and some of…
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