Round ’em up! Two PUGS called Tuff and Paisley herd cattle on an Oregon ranch Paisley, three, and Tuff, one, are herding dogs at Silvies Valley Ranch, Oregon Footage shows the pair excitedly running after dozens of cows and goats Owner Sara Jean Wedel taught Paisley commands after she copied Collies By Georgia Simcox For … Read more
Retrievers and collies are more playful because they used to be working dogs and needed a strong bond with humans, study finds Researchers analysed behaviour of almost 190,000 dogs from 138 breeds Playful dogs are old working breeds that have a close relationship with humans For example, sheepdogs, or foxhounds traditionally used for hunting By … Read more
British dog owners are hooked on flat-faced breeds such as pugs and bulldogs – even though they are at higher risk of developing severe health problems. More than nine out of 10 owners (93 per cent) said they would opt for the same kind of pet again, and two-thirds (66%) would recommend their breed to … Read more
Demand for ‘flat-faced’ puppies such as the French Bulldog and Pug has soared during the coronavirus pandemic, according to the UK Kennel Club. This has prompted a group of leading dog health and welfare experts to issue a warning urging the public to ‘stop and think’ before buying a dog of this type. Brachycephalic dogs, … Read more