Scotties are smart, independent souls and even trainable given the right incentive. Perhaps more than any other breed, the Scottie has been immortalized in high art and pop culture.
The Yorkshire terrier's ancestors were hunters by nature. They started out as commoners' dogs, responsible for catching the multitude of rats that plagued Yorkshire, England in the late 1800s.
Bred to flush foxes from dens, the smooth fox has an independent spirit and a hardy soul. At an earthdog trial, terriers show their traditional talents. One contestant howls smooth tunes, while two others saddle up to become professional trick dogs.
Border breeder and earthdog enthusiast, Marg Pough, has four young dogs learning how to hunt like their forebears. Except this time the quarry is a rodent. Two teenage Borders are training for AKC earthdog trials.
The Irish Wolfhound is best known for bringing down wolves in its homeland several centuries ago. The breed was so successful at the task, wolves are now extinct in Ireland. The same almost happened to the breed after its services were no longer ...
Coonhounds come in six breed types: American Black & Tan, English, Bluetick, Redbone, Plott and Treeing Walker. The colonists who arrived in America in the 1700s developed this breed to control the raccoon population.
Hear how Lhasa Apsos were employed as watchdogs inside Buddhist monasteries in their homeland of Tibet. Today, many pet Lhasas are self-appointed protectors of the home. Lhasas are known for their beautiful coats, which makes them great show dogs.
The Samoyed is an old breed that grew up in Siberia, alongside a nomadic people called the Samoyede. The nomadic life meant that the Sammy had to be an all-purpose dog. They are working dogs and people dogs and have an urge to wander.
The Flattie takes its time to mature and always remains exuberant in spirit. Breeders and trainers love the breed's energy and keenness--but for first-time dog owners, these dogs may be difficult to train.