by Lauren R. Tharp Opinions of Rottweilers vary wildly. While many remember Alexandra Day’s Good Dog, Carl children’s book series, still more remember the breed as the “evil” dogs from The Omen. The one thing everyone seems to agree on? Rottweilers make excellent guard dogs! Most commonly used as guard dogs, this breed is also […]
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Happy Hilda
Today is March 23rd which means it is National Puppy Day! Do you need another reason to consider pet adoption today? If adopting a new furry animal isn’t in your immediate plans, please visit one of the many local New York City animal shelters or rescues and give these homeless animals some desperately needed attention. […]
Lucky Dog
Next week is Turkey day, NYC, and on behalf of everyone here at NewYorkCityDog.org, I’d like to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving and safe travels! Now, here is your adorable adoptable dog of the week: Lucky. Cutie pie Lucky here is a 1 year old Beagle mix. This playful boy was found abandoned and […]
Breed Profile: Chihuahua
Chihuahua Profile by Lauren R. Tharp The Chihuahua: Little Dogs with Big Attitudes While Chihuahuas don’t actually have Mexican accents like they do in the movies and on television, they do originate from Mexico. Chihuahua, Mexico, to be specific (go figure?). Recognized by the AKC in 1904, Chihuahuas are estimated to be the oldest—and smallest!—breed […]
Breed Profile: Manchester Terrier
by Lauren R. Tharp A descendent of the “original” terrier (the Black and Tan Terrier!), the Manchester Terrier originated in England and was specifically bred to hunt rats! This breed is still adept at hunting small vermin and remains a favorite dog of terrier-lovers everywhere. The Manchester Terrier was officially recognized as a breed by […]
Breed Profile: Shih Tzu
by Lauren R. Tharp The Shih Tzu or “Shitzu” (pronounced as Sheet-zoo)was originally the dog of choice for the royals in the Ming Dynasty. During World War II the dog was discovered by soldiers in England and has quickly became a favorite house pet here in the US. More than 20 years later, the AKC […]