In this series, ST speaks to pet-owning personalities about the trials and delights of raising their animal companions. Read ...

While many established dog breeds stretch back hundreds and even thousands of years, several of today’s popular breeds only ...

From mischievous terriers to affectionate lap dogs ... come a long way from chasing rodents to stealing hearts. With their silky coats and confident demeanor, Yorkies bring a mix of elegance and ...

With silky hair that cascades like a royal robe, Shih Tzus come in a mix of stunning colors ... Once originally bred to chase rodents in textile mills, the Yorkshire Terrier has come a long way from ...

Essentially, the “Staffy” is a mix of bulldog and terrier, which was developed in the 19th century ... This is a super-glam companion dog, with silky flowing hair, but that doesn’t mean they don’t ...

silky “Irish” coat or the perhaps appropriately named “heavy” coat, which isn’t that heavy at all. 6. Wheatens Are Irish Commoners That might sound unfair. But it is true that certain dogs were ...

Afghan Hounds are an intelligent and elegant breed sporting long, silky hair and a regal demeanor to match ... and cuddling. 9. Airedale Terrier Airedale Terriers, who come in medium or big sizing, is ...