The result is that many modern breeds suffer from ailments that dog lovers never would have deliberately selected for.

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Since their domestication millennia ago, dogs have been man's best friend, and aside from friendship, centuries of selective ...

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Specifically for dogs, different breeds can handle the cold at different levels, based on their size, health, and fur. (Disclaimer: Consult your veterinarian for specific cold guidelines for your pet.

The family's dog Sadie is a German shorthaired pointer, or GSP. These working dog breeds are athletic and intelligent. Historically GSPs been developed to be versatile hunters, earning themselves ...