Feb 4, Big Dog Breeds - List of Popular Big and Large Dog Breeds, Pictures and Training Information

Big dog breeds are the most special creatures in this world. These big dogs are truly men's best friends because they have been helping human in many ways since many centuries ago.

For example, Border Collie are the world's best sheep herding dogs. According to a scientific research, each Border has the stamina and energy to do the herding work equivalent to 3 human beings! These dogs really have the best herding instinct that can control sheep better than most men.

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German Shepherd Dog (GSD) is another big dog breed that is not only men's best friend but also policemen's best friends. They have been recognized as the best police dogs. Although their original work was herding sheep, their strength and intelligence have made them succeeding in many other tasks. GSD is the third most intelligent dog breed that has the ability to learn simple tasks after only five repetitions and obey the first command given 95% of the time. They have been helping police in search and rescue operation, tracking criminals, patrolling troubled areas, and detection and holding of suspects, illegal drugs detection, mine detection and more.

As you see here, big dogs are types of dogs that have many enrollments with human, while contrast with small dogs which just kept as pet, companion or fashion accessories.

Nowadays, it is not uncommon that some of the modern big dogs are kept as pets or companions. But for them to live comfortably in human's environment, they require some training such as house training, crate training, potty training, and obedience training.

There are still many ways these big dog breeds can assist human in today's World.

For examples:
Guard Dogs - Help to protect private or public properties.
Police Dogs - Track or immobilize possible criminals while assisting officers in making arrests or investigating the scene of a crime. They are also called as K9 Units.
Detection Dogs - Help to detect illegal substances in luggage at major Airport.
Assistance Dogs - Help people with disability(such as blind).
Herding Dogs - Guarding or controlling the flocks and herds.
Sled Dogs - Used for Sport events or assist human in transporting supplies in rugged, snowy terrain.
Search Dogs - Locate people that are missing (lost in the jungle, buried under the collapsed building and etc.)
Rescue Dogs - Assist people in difficult situations such as help people buried under snow.
Hunting Dogs - Assist hunters in finding, tracking, and retrieving game.

Personally, I put any dog breeds that are not in Small Dog Breeds in this category. So, you will find some popular medium dogs here. You may help yourself to find out more information on the dog breeds below.

#1 English Bulldog Puppy Training and Pictures
English Bulldog is one of the most popular Family Dogs. Bulldogs are gentle and protective, so they are good with children. Bulldogs can easily become obesity if lack of exercise. Bulldog has stubborn personality, so conduct a big dog training for this breed might need some time.#2 English Greyhound Dogs Breed and Puppy Pictures
English Greyhound or simply Greyhound is the fastest dog breed in the world. These dogs were initially bred as hunting dogs and also racing dogs. Now, they are more common as companion dogs as they are sweet and obedient. #3 Golden Retriever Puppy Training, History and Pictures
Golden Retriever is a very intelligent dog breed. They are known working dogs that help people in wide areas such as search and rescue, hunting, assistance and etc. Goldens are also good family dogs because they are highly trainable and friendly. #4 Rottweiler Dog Breed, Puppy Training and Pictures
Rottweiler is one of the powerful big dog breeds. They have strong muscular bodies that are suitable to be working dogs. Rottweiler is loyal to family members but it is protective of its territory and will often bark at strangers. #6 Newfoundland Dog Breed Training and Puppy Pictures
Newfoundland dog is given the nick name "The Gentle Giant"! These dogs are huge but they are kind and gentle. There dogs are sweet too, you could safely leave your children with this dog and they will be doing fine.#7 Siberian Husky Dog Breed Training and Puppies Pictures
Siberian Husky is an adorable dog that is originating from the cold climate in Siberian. They are special dogs that have a thick double coat. They have the outgoing and gentle characteristics that are suitable as family dogs.#8 Cocker Spaniel Dogs Training and Puppy Pictures
Cocker Spaniel is a medium size family dog what always has a happy face. They have the nick name "Merry Spaniel" and like to wag their tails when they are around their owners. They can be quite attached to their owners sometimes. #9 English Mastiff Puppies Dogs Breed Pictures
English Mastiff has been on Earth for more then 2000 years and can say is the biggest size among all the big dog breeds. Although they are huge and powerful, they really are gentle dogs that loyal to people close to them. Although they are big size, they just need to have a consistent daily walk to stay healthy.#10 Akita Inu Dog Breed Training and Puppy Pictures
Akita Inu is a dog breed originating in Japan. They have white muzzle and signature cute tail that is full with fur and curve over back. There dogs are big, powerful and have strong guiding instinct which makes them good watch dogs. #11 Pit Bull Dog Breed Puppy Training and Dog Pictures
American Pit Bull Terriers have many names such as Pit bull or APBT. This dog is another powerful dog breed. They can be dominant and aggressive if you do not know how to train them properly. So, you really need to provide this big dog training.#12 Training a Border Collie Dog Breed and Puppies Picture
Border Collie have been known to be the world's best sheep herding dogs because they are gifted with the herding instinct to control the stock. Borders are medium dogs that are eager to work. In addition, they are also lovely family dogs and affectionate with people close to them. #13 Doberman Pinscher Dog Training and Puppies Pictures
Doberman Pinscher is an energetic medium dog that is muscular and has great endurance and speed. These dogs need consistent obedience training and house training in order for them to be obedient to you.

Although most big dogs are working dogs that is willing to listen to you anytime, they still need a good pack leader - you. A good pack leader should know how to train them properly.

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Feb 4, Types and List of Popular Cute Small Dog Breeds, Picture of Small Dogs and Information

Small dog breeds are the types of dogs that once you see them, you will find yourself can't wait to hug them!

Small dogs are cute, adorable, and mostly good with children. These small dogs have the ability to adapt easily into any environment like apartment or condominium makes them good companion dogs.

When you come to this page, I am sure that you are trying to find out more about the particular small dogs in your mind. I have gathered a lot of information on some of the popular small dog breeds for you. Take you time to understand more about these cute dogs, I am sure that you will make a good use of the information.

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Generally, small dog breeds are types of dogs that can be considered as Toy Dogs or Companion Dogs. These small dogs are called Toy Dogs because they are recognized by Kennel Clubs under Toy Group. They are relatively small that can be kept in the house, to be held in the arms or lie comfortably on a person's lap. This is the reason that they are also called as Lap Dogs.

Over the centuries, these small dogs were kept in many societies around the world as a companion with no working function. They are mainly kept by the wealthy or the nobility as pets, fashion accessories and status symbols.

For examples, the Pekingese lapdogs that were bred in ancient China is one of the oldest breeds of dog. For centuries, they could be owned only by members of the Chinese Imperial Palace. Ancestors of a few other small dogs like Tibetan Terrier, Lhasa Apso and Shih Tzu were also have the same functions like Pekingese lap dogs in ancient China.

In other part of the world, English Nobility kept the small dogs which were the ancestors of the modern breed of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in the 1600s. It was named as King Charles Spaniel because it was the children's pet in the household of Charles I. You may also notice this dog appeared in many paintings of the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries.

There are also some dogs that are small but are NOT categorized as toy dogs. Beagles are small to medium size dogs that are in hound group. Hound group is for dogs that have good sense of smell or good sight. On the other hand, Shih Tzu is put under Utility Group by The Kennel Club (UK) as the Kennel Club considers them to be too large to be in Toy Group.

All these dogs are small size, but don't be surprised that they can be more aggressive then some of the big dogs if they are not properly trained. So, in order for them to live comfortably in human's environment, you will need to give them training such as house training, crate training, potty training and obedience training.

#1 Chihuahua Puppy Training Information and Pictures
Chihuahua is the smallest of all the dog breeds in the world. It is named after the state of Chihuahua in Mexico and is a very popular breed, particularly in America. Chihuahua might not be too good with children. So, you need to give this toy puppy training as early as possible. #2 Pug Training, Dog Breed Information and Pictures
Pug has the look of Mastiff breed. The obvious different is the size. Mastiff is 70 pounds big dog while Pug is 20 pounds small dog. Thus, Pug has the nickname "Mini Mastiff". Pug is sociable dog and gets along well with other dogs and pets.#3 Maltese Puppy Training, Dog Breed Information and Pictures
Maltese is a dog breed that has long silky white hair. But, most owners prefer to have a "puppy cut" on their Maltese for easier grooming maintenance. Maltese is a fearless dog and is easy to socialize with other dogs and even cats. Maltese is also believed to be a hypoallergenic dog breed, one of the small dogs that don't shed. #5 Shih Tzu Grooming, Puppy Training Information and Pictures
According to DNA analysis, ancestor of today's Shih Tzu that has existed for as long as ten thousand years ago. So, Shih Tzu is an ancient breed of small companion dog with silky hair. In order for your Shitzu to live comfortably in your house, you need to give this toy puppy training. #6 Boston Terrier Training Information and Pictures
When you take a glance at Boston Terrier, you will notice that it has the look of French Bulldog. It is because French Bulldog is the ancestor of this breed. This breed has friendly personality and it is eager to please its master. #7 Pomeranian Puppy Training Information and Pictures
Pomeranian is a Spitz type dog breed and is named after the Pomerania region in Central Europe. Its temperaments are friendly, playful and active. They are also very intelligent and easily trained.#8 Yorkshire Terrier Training Information and Pictures
Yorkshire Terrier gets its name from a historical place in England. Its coat believed to be Hypoallergenic - that is people who are allergic to other dog breeds find to be safer with Yorkie. Yorkie has high energy and some people might find it hard to train.#9 Papillon Dog Breed Information and Pictures
Papillon has the signature look of butterfly-like ears. It is a small, friendly, elegant breed of dog and is one of the oldest of the toy spaniels. This is a highly energetic and intelligent small dog.#11 Havanese Dog Breed Information and Pictures
Havanese is a playful, friendly, clever and active small dog breed. It is well behaved with children and other pets. It likes to gain attention from the owner by running around or play some tricks. It is not shy with new people. #13 Pekingese Dog Breed Information and Pictures
Pekingese has the look of "small lion". This is an ancient toy breed dog originated in China that the look is hardly changed since 2000 years ago. This breed has small skull and flattened face.

Please visit types of small dogs for profiles and pictures regarding the various types of small dogs including all toy breeds and much more!

Training a small dog is definitely not an easy task. But, Consistency and Patience will pay the price in the long run. No matter which small dog breed that you are getting, you still to train him or her. The reason is dogs understand things very differently from human. You will need to have the RIGHT dog training skills in order to have a Well-Balanced Dog in your house.

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