Chiara Bradshaw

The Shih-Tzu is a gentle breed of dog that can give you great companionship. This small dog will do quite well in an apartment or smaller home, though it is important that you give your pet regular exercise such as walks on a leash. Some…

Originating in Tibet, the Shih-Tzu breed was known as one of the small holy dogs. The most prominent feature of the breed is its long, flowing coat that has a double layer. The coat is actually hair similar to that of humans, not fur like…

The Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie) can provide years of loving companionship to a family that is careful in selecting their puppy. The process begins with reading and learning all you can about this wonderful working breed. An informed…

One of the key things that new owners should remember about caring for a Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie) is that this dog may gain excess weight from overeating if given too much food. Some experts warn that commercial foods may have…

There are a number of methods for training a Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie) depending on the results that you are aiming for. These methods range from basic obedience and respect training, housebreaking or housetraining to show training and…

The Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie) is a loyal companion, a good watchdog and a very intelligent working animal as well. These traits have made the Sheltie one of the more popular dogs in recent years. In addition, this breed is blessed with…

If you are looking for a great companion that is the equal of any dog in intelligence, the Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie) may be the perfect pet for you. Long known as an excellent herding dog, the Sheltie will also be a great friend, loyal…

If you are considering adding a Scottish Terrier (Scottie) to your family, you will be getting a dog that has a long history dating back several hundred years to Scotland. In that country the Scottie was often a working dog of sorts that…

This is a generally healthy breed of dog, but the Scottish Terrier can be prone to just a few medical conditions. The new owner should know about and ask about these, beginning with von Willebrand’s disease. This is an inherited blood…

Scottish Terriers can be a challenge to train. New owners should be aware of this from the beginning. Independence is one of the key traits of this very popular breed, so Scottie training must involve the right motivation. As some…