American dog breeds typically fall into one of two categories: those bred by combining known European and English breeds to better suit the American landscape, and those who lived alongside Indigenous ...

Wolves are awe-inspiring wild animals unfortunately ill-suited to life as domesticated pets. And while there are a few wolf hybrids, these breeds are tricky and ownership is tightly regulated. But ...

American Eskimo dogs are lively and active, and have an average life expectancy of 12 to 14 years. These healthy dogs only have a minor risk for patellar luxation.

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