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Yorkshire Terrier Dog Breed Profile

The Yorkshire Terrier Dogs belong to the Toy Group. They are a mixture of England’s finest Terriers that have been produced by crossing the Clydesdale Terrier, the English Black and Tan Terrier, the Waterside Terrier and the Paisley Terrier. When the Yorkshire Terrier Dogs came to the United States of America in the late 1800s, [...]

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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Dog Breed Profile

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Dogs belong to the Sporting Group. They are very good pointers, all-around dogs and very good companions. When these dogs are working, they have a specific way of pointing game. They also have their own style for fetching animals that have been shot or killed by the hunters. Families all over [...]

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Wire Fox Terrier Dog Breed Profile

The Wire Fox Terrier as the name implies belong to the Terrier Group and are dogs that love adventure. These dogs are very energetic and love to be constantly on the move, exploring and hunting, chasing, running and playing. The Wire Fox Terriers are very independent and can be a bit mischievous at times. They [...]

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Whippet Dog Breed Profile

It is believed that during the 18th century, the Greyhound Dogs were crossed with smaller dogs to produce the Whippet. Breeders wanted to develop a small dog that would be able to hunt small animals such as rabbits. The Greyhound Dogs are fast racing dogs and the Whippet Dogs are descended directly from them. Contests [...]

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West Highland White Terrier Dog Breed Profile

The West Highland White Terrier Dogs belong to the Terrier Group and are friendlier and more affectionate than any other member of the Terrier Group. ‘ Westies’ as they are called, are adorable happy dogs. These dogs are curious and always want to be the center of attraction. They are very good house dogs for [...]

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