Dog Care 101

When choosing a dog breed, you have to ask, “Which ones are the best dog breeds for ME, specifically?” See how to pick the best dog breed for your new puppy — by looking though our huge list of dog breeds first. Next, you’ll want to narrow your choice based on size: small dog breeds vs large dog breeds. Finally, we’ll help you explore temperaments, health issues, and activity levels to find the best dog breed for you. Ready to get started?…

Here's a list of mixed breed dog names -- so you'll know what to call cross breed dogs other than mutts! According to the American Canine Hybrid Club, this is the official list of recognized hybrid dog breeds and their unique mixed breed dog names. Cross breed dogs have unique combined from the names of the 2 dog mixes.

Getting a Dachshund dog? What you need to know about wiener dogs shedding, digging, back issues, stubbornness, potty training, grooming & exercise needs. Plus how they are with kids.

A fullsize Chihuahua is small. A Teacup Chihuahua is even smaller! Here are the pros & cons of Teacup Chihuahuas from people who know firsthand what they're like.

Teacup dogs are pocket-sized dogs or miniature dogs. There's a huge market for small dogs - the smaller the better. But is a Teacup dog right for you? Find out here.

Getting a Bichon Frise dog? Here are the best things about Bichon Frise dogs + Health issues that are common in this breed. Read before adopting a Bichon dog.

Before you adopt a rescue Greyhound, read this! Here's what you need to know about a Greyhound dog's temperament, appetite, friendliness toward other animals... and people.

barking-dog

Certain dog breeds tend to bark a lot. Other breeds of dogs have a reputation of barking less. There are other lists of barking dog breeds. This is a list of dog breeds that don't bark.

This is a Goldendoodle - a cross between a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. photo by Donnaphoto on Flickr

Hybrid dogs and designer dogs are canines that have purebred parents, but each parent is from a different breed. Here are the downsides of owning a designer dog, and some advantages.

Wondering about the difference between purebreed dogs, mixed breed dogs, and hybrid dogs? Here's how to tell which one your dog is...