Double Coated Dog Breeds, Tips and Tricks on Grooming, Diet, and keeping them Healthy and Happy
Highly intelligent and loyal, German Shepherds (also known as Alsatians) are known for their good temperament, trainability and endurance. German Shepherds can for instance understand new commands in less than 5 repetitions and obey the first command 95% of the time or more with the right training? This is why they are often associated with law enforcement and high-stress situations.…
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The word ‘Spitz’ is an umbrella moniker used to express multiple breeds of dogs who are stocky with dense coats, who have upright ears and ordinarily a curved tail that leads up their back. The Pomeranian is a direct descendant, often referred to as a ‘toy’ version of the German Spitz.…
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We all love our double coated dogs, but sometimes they may not have come with registered papers or a full family history. In fact, you may know very little about their background if they are a rescue dog, left to you in a will, or perhaps have been crossed with another breed.…
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Highly intelligent and loyal, German Shepherds (also known as Alsatians) are known for their good temperament, trainability and endurance. Did you know, German Shepherds can understand new commands in less than 5 repetitions and obey the first command 95% of the time or more with the right training? This is why they are often associated with law enforcement and high-stress situations.…
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There are
many variations that divide dog breeds. One of which is the single coated and
double coated breeds. As the name suggests, double coated dogs have two layers
of hair. ‘Guard’ hairs are the longer top coat which repel dirt and moisture
from penetrating the skin too much, while the undercoat of shorter hairs
(usually of a dense, fluffy texture) serve to protect the dog from the planet’s
extreme climates.…
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