Breed Profiles

The Alaskan Klee Kai

maxine — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

he Alaskan Klee Kai is a northern breed of spitz-type dog bred to be a companion-sized version of the Siberian husky. energetic and intelligent, it reflects its Northern heritage in its distinctive face mask, colouring, and curled tail.

The Australian Shepherd

Marian Buechert — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 22:00:00 -0500

Today’s Australian Shepherd continues to demonstrate those traits of working sense, high intelligence, and physical ability, making it the breed of choice for many owners who are passionate about canine sports such as agility, herding trials, and obedience.

The Beagle

Marian Buechert — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 23:00:00 -0400

These little hound dogs were bred to work in packs and have a strong need for companionship.

The Bichon Frise

Christine Adkins — Wed, 15 Dec 2004 23:00:00 -0500

Small, soft and cheerful, the Bichon Frise (pronounced BEE-shon free-ZAY) is a companion dog through and through.

The Black and Tan Coonhound

Marian Buechert — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Southern Gentleman

The Border Collie

Tracy J. Libby — Thu, 15 Jun 2006 17:00:00 -0400

Unmatched in brains, instinct, and endurance, these dogs can do just about anything—and do it superbly.

The Boston Terrier

Mary-Jo Dionne — Thu, 15 Sep 2005 22:00:00 -0400

Raised a working-class tough guy from Boston, our leading dog—upon being recognized for his intellect, dashing good looks, and utter potential—earns a place on the right side of the proverbial tracks.

The Bouvier des Flandres

Shira Moir-Smith — Sat, 15 Mar 2003 19:00:00 -0500

It is true that these dogs, like bears, tend to carry their heads low to the ground, and they are also shaggy, and black, and large. But Bouviers aren't that large.

The Boxer

Marian Buechert — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 20:00:00 -0400

Boxer dogs are elegant in appearance, athletic and courageous, love to play the fool, find fun in everything they do, and just generally resist taking things too seriously.

The Bulldog

Glenn MacDonald — Mon, 15 Mar 2004 19:00:00 -0500

Bulldogs are "like little human beings. They are fabulous with children, they are comical and they do things no other dog can do. They snore, they pass gas. They are always very proud of what they can do."