The English Springer Spaniel

The English Springer Spaniel is a high energy, loving, and intelligent dog. These spaniels, like most, were first bred for hunting. They were named Springer spaniel for their idiosyncratic ability to spring, so that birds would come out of their hiding places. These dogs became popular in America in the 1700s. Hunters were attracted to their hunting skills. Today, Springers are still used for hunting but, they are also used as family pets. Springer's have a sociable,happy, friendly temperament. They love being with people. If not handled enough, these dogs can become destructive. Springers are high energy and they need a lot of exercise. Long, daily walks, with some off leash time, is the best kind of exercise for them. Bench English Spaniels have a long coat that needs to be brushed regularly to prevent matting. Field Springers have a shorter coat that does not need much grooming. As far as training goes, Springers are great. They train very easily. These dogs are great at agility and tricks so training can be very effective. Overall, the English Springer Spaniel is a great dog for families who will give him lots of attention, exercise, training, and most importantly, Love.

This post is dedicated to Teresa.

The Pomeranian

The Pomeranian is a playful, friendly and energetic dog. Originally the Pomeranian was much larger and was used to pull sleds in Pomerania. Later on the dog was bred to a smaller size. This breed became popular after Queen Victoria was given one as a gift. Today, this dog is used as a search and rescue dog, a hearing aid, and a companion. They are easily trained which makes them ideal for agility and show competitions. They shed twice a year and require weekly brushing. These dogs have a great personality. They are friendly and they enjoy attention . They do not mind children but, they need to be associated with them at a young age or, they can become a bit snappy. These dogs have a warm coat so, they will do best in a cold climate. These small dogs do not need very large areas for exercise because they can get their exercise indoors. This is not to say, though, that they do not need to be walked occasionally. These dogs are great for first time dog owners because they are easy to train, lovable, and get along great with families. The only thing you want to do if you do decide to get a Pomeranian is, make it clear to them that you are the boss or else they will walk all over you. Overall, this dog is pretty much great for anyone who can give him proper training and, who doesn't mind a little pet hair.

This post is dedicated to my friend Lexi.

The Siberian Husky

The siberian husky is an intelligent, independant, and compasionate dog. This dog was originally developed to pull sleds in the cold of Siberia. These sleds carried medicines and goods to people all over. The siberian husky was originally bred to live in the extreme cold but, they also do very well in the extreme heat. These dogs make good companions and are good with children. They aren't aggressive towards strangers. As far as training goes they are moderate. Since these dogs are very intelligent, they need to see the reason for obeying commands. Training these dogs takes patience and persistance. Siberian huskies are fastidious when it comes to their coats, so they keep themseleves very clean. Normally these dogs do not have any body odors. The one negative thing about these dogs that you might want to take in to consideration is that they have two times during the year when they shed heavily. In conclusion, the siberian husky is a great companion that with a family who has the time to train him, and who doesn't mind some pet hair during the year, will be an awesome pet.

This post is dedicated to my brother Jaden.