Hope you’re staying warm out there, city-dwellers. Need a new snuggle buddy in your life? Then meet Baby. She is a long-haired, red coated Dachshund. She’s also just absolutely adorable and completely aware of it. The HSNY shelter will be celebrating her 4th birthday on April 19th, unless of course she’s adopted! Baby is playful […]
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Breed Profile: Scottish Terrier
by Alisha Corsi Scottish Terriers, or Scotties, are a highland breed of terrier originating in Scotland. They are known for their distinctive beards and eyebrows. Beloved by Scottish and English royalty for centuries, the Scottie only recently made their American debut in the 1890’s, but quickly became a favorite of American presidents as well. Scotties […]
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Breed Profile: Coton de Tulear
With a name like Coton de Tulear you would expect a dog as fancy as their name, and they are! Favored by the royals and wealthy upper-class of Madagascar, Coton de Tulears, or “Cotons”, have been living lives of luxury in France and Madagascar since the 16th century. They are known as the “Royal Dog […]
Breed Profile: German Shorthaired Pointer
While the exact origin of the German Shorthaired Pointer is unknown, what is known is that they were bred to create an enthusiastic weekend hunting dog that also made a great family companion and watchdog. What resulted was a dog with the clean lines, keen nose, and good looks of a Pointer, as well as […]
Breed Profile: Pomeranian
by Lauren R. Tharp A close relative of the Keeshond, the Pomeranian has been strutting its spunky stuff since the 17th century! In recent history, Pomeranians have been a favorite pet of several celebrities; including Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie, and Jessica Alba. And talk about cute! Boo, the “World’s Cutest Dog,” is also a Pomeranian. […]