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1 week ago | 
petsradar.com | David Crookes |Rebecca Macmillan
Basenji overviewLife expectancy: 12–16 yearsSize: 17 inches (male); 16 inches (female)Coat: Short coatTemperament: Affectionate, alert, energetic, confident, curiousExercise needs: More than an hour dailyOrigin/native country: Congo region of AfricaBasenjis are among the dog breeds most closely related to wolves, and are considered to be the oldest dog breed in the world – vying with the akita inu for such a title.
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1 week ago | 
petsradar.com | David Crookes |Rebecca Macmillan
Newfoundland overviewLife expectancy: 8–10 yearsSize: 28 inches (male); 26 inches (female)Coat: Double coatTemperament: Gentle, good-tempered, affectionate, protectiveExercise needs: Around an hour dailyOrigin/native country: CanadaBred as a working dog to assist fishermen in north-east Canada, Newfoundlands have proven valuable in many other aspects of life. They’ve been put to work as water rescue dogs and have also been used as therapy dogs.
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2 weeks ago | 
petsradar.com | Megan Milstead |Rebecca Macmillan
Losing a pet can be just as difficult as losing a family member, and feelings of sadness, loneliness and isolation are all very common. If you live in a multi-pet household, it can also be a challenging time for your other pets – not only have they lost a friend, but they may also pick up on changes in the familiar routine and dynamics of their home. A study published in the journal Animals found that both cats and dogs are capable of grieving after the loss of an animal friend.
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3 weeks ago | 
petsradar.com | David Crookes |Rebecca Macmillan
Italian Greyhound overviewLife expectancy: 12-15 yearsSize: 13-15 inches (male); 13-15-inches (female)Coat: Smooth and glossyTemperament: Affectionate, mischievous, agile, intelligent, athleticExercise needs: Around an hour dailyOrigin/native country: Greece/TurkeyItalian Greyhounds are small sighthounds that initially proved to be popular among royalty and nobility.
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1 month ago | 
petsradar.com | David Crookes |Rebecca Macmillan
Miniature American Shepherd overviewLife expectancy: 12–13 yearsSize: 14–18 inches (male); 13–17-inches (female)Coat: Double coatTemperament: Intelligent, energetic, trainable, loyalExercise needs: Around one to two hoursOrigin/native country: California, USABred from small Australian Shepherds in California in the 1960s, the Miniature American Shepherd is a small herding dog.
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1 month ago | 
petsradar.com | David Crookes |Rebecca Macmillan
Brittany overviewLife expectancy: 12–14 yearsSize: 17.5–20.5 inches (male); 17–20-inches (female)Coat: Medium lengthTemperament: Attentive, agile, intelligent, adaptableExercise needs: At least 90 minute each dayOrigin/native country: FranceBred for hunting between the 17th and 19th centuries, the Brittany Spaniel excels at flushing, pointing and retrieving. They’re so energetic, they can keep going for hours on end and their keen work ethic also means their minds are constantly ticking over.
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1 month ago | 
petsradar.com | Megan Milstead |Rebecca Macmillan
If you're looking for a long-lasting dog chew, you might be wondering, "Are yak chews safe for dogs?" These all-natural dog chews have become super popular and are often recommended for aggressive chewers due to their hard texture. Made from a mix of yak milk and cow milk, these chews are high in protein, low in fat, and may be suitable for pups with certain allergies. And since the ingredients are renewable and sustainable, they’re more environmentally friendly compared to plastic chew toys.
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1 month ago | 
petsradar.com | Megan Milstead |Rebecca Macmillan
Taking your cat to the vet isn't always the easiest task, but it's an important part of being a responsible pet parent. Whether it's for a vaccination or treatment, vet visits are a crucial hurdle that your cat needs to conquer. Car journeys, unfamiliar environments, and encounters with new people and pets can be a scary combination for your feline friend, often triggering anxiety and unwanted behaviors like scratching or biting.
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1 month ago | 
petsradar.com | David Crookes |Rebecca Macmillan
Miniature poodle overviewLife expectancy: 10–18 yearsSize: 10–15 inches (male); 10–15-inches (female)Coat: CurlyTemperament: Friendly, intelligent, playfulExercise needs: 45–60 minutes dailyOrigin/native country: GermanyOriginally bred as water retrievers for duck hunters in Germany, poodles in general are known to be hard workers and their capacity to learn has ensured they’ve become very popular pets.
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1 month ago | 
petsradar.com | David Crookes |Rebecca Macmillan
Toy Poodle overviewLife expectancy: 12–18 yearsSize: 9.4–11 inches (male); 9.4–11 inches (female)Coat: Dense, curlyTemperament: Intelligent, agile, playfulExercise needs: Up to an hour dailyOrigin/native country: GermanyToy poodles are the smallest of the poodle breeds (which also includes standard poodles and miniature poodles) but they’re huge characters. Possessing incredible intelligence, they’re always up for a trick or two and you can encourage them to do practically anything you wish.
