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In this edition of Animal Facts, we’ll examine the differences and similarities between two iconic German breeds, the Doberman Pinscher and the German Shepherd, so you can decide which breed is best for you. 1. History - Nobody likes the taxman. So, In the 1880s, when German tax collector Karl Friedrich Louis Doberman engineered a new breed by crossing dogs such as the Rottweiler, Manchester Terrier, Weimaraner, and Black English Greyhound. He did it with one goal in mind—to create a guard dog unmatched in fearlessness, intelligence, toughness, vigilance, and athleticism. His efforts resulted in a breed that bears his name to this day, the Doberman Pinscher. Near the end of the 19th century, a breeder named Otto Goeller founded the National Doberman Pinscher Club. Goeller further developed and refined the breed, and in 1900, the German Kennel Club officially acknowledged the Doberman Pinscher. In 1908, Dobies made an appearance in the U.S. In the 1800s in northwest Europe (Belgium, Ger...

 “ Pugs” .  It's easy to see why people love pugs. They're social, quirky, intensely loyal, and incredibly cute — making this bug-eyed dog a popular dog breed around the world. Short, stout, smooshed faces making funny noises – what’s not to love? The Pug is a playful, confident, and friendly companion that is willing to please his human family. No real Pug fanatic can go without knowing some interesting Pug facts. Therefore, we have put together a list of 10 facts about this cute dog breed. Let’s get started. 1.  This unique dog has been around for thousands of years, charming Chinese emperors to French Royalty. The Pug (or at least a pug-like dog) is a very old breed. indeed. We can trace his history back to China between 700-400 B.C.E., but details about the breed's development are lost to time. Emperors of China kept pugs as lapdogs and treated them to all the luxuries of royal life. Often, the pampered pooches were given their own guard detail and mini palaces. 2...

It would be fantastic if we could just snap our fingers to train our small dogs, but until that magical day happens, let’s get the inside scoop on the easiest small dog breeds to train. 1. Papillon - The Papillon takes its name from its uniquely shaped ears, which resemble butterfly wings. This pretty, petite pooch once graced the laps of European royalty. Fable has it that Marie Antoinette even held her Papillon as she approached the guillotine on the day of her execution. The dog survived, but Marie Antoinette…well, you know ... We can safely assume that the Papillon was the darling of duchesses, dukes, queens, kings, and dauphines because of its “frou-frou” looks, charm, and most of all, its exceptional intelligence. The breed ranks at number eight on the list of most intelligent dogs, according to canine psychologist Stanley Coren’s “The Intelligence of Dogs.” It’s a given that to be accepted in certain circles, one has to behave a certain way. So, the aristocracy no doubt valued t...

  I bought my daughter a Chihuahua and I fell in love with it. So now I carry Coco around with me all the time. Denis Leary Welcome to Animal Facts, the channel with the surprisingly, simplistic name. Today, we look at the charming and sassy Chihuahua. 1. While currently at 29th, the Chihuahua's highest AKC breed ranking was in 2002 when it peaked at 9th place. This was possibly due in part to the immensely popular Taco Bell commercials of the time. Yes, you still remember... 2. The Taco Bell Dog was actually a female. The commercials that aired from 1994 - 2009 feature a female Chihuahua named Gidget. In addition to her Taco Bell gig, the canine thespian also appeared in Legally Blonde 2 and a GEICO commercial. Not bad for a former kennel dog. When she passed away in 2009, Taco Bell released a statement: "Our deepest sympathies go out to her owners and fans." 3. The Chihuahua has one of the longest lifespans. It has an average lifespan of 10 - 18 years. With many Chih...

  Intelligent, alert, and tenaciously loyal companions, the Doberman Pinscher is driven, strong, and sometimes stubborn. When properly trained he can be an excellent family dog, although he's certainly not for novice owners. Today, we investigate the incredibly versatile and fun-loving Doberman Pinscher.  1. The Doberman is a fairly new dog breed, originating in Germany in the early 1880s. Louis Dobermann was a tax collector, who would sometimes work as a police officer, night guard, and dog catcher. Herr Dobermann often found himself traveling with bags of money through dangerous parts of town at late hours. With his access to the pound, he bred a dog that is lean and muscular, a medium sized dog that is refined but intimidating. The American Kennel Club recognized the Doberman breed in 1908 as a working dog. Let us know your favorite facts about Dobermans below. 2. Herr Dobermann did not take many notes on his breeding process, so no one is exactly sure what breeds went int...