Great Danes are gentle giants that originate from Germany. They can be quite intimidating, and do make excellent guardians, but they also love people and are generally very easy going. Do they shed much? Great Danes are a moderate to high shedding breed. The reason they shed so much has a lot to do with … Read more
The Irish Setter (Red Setter) is an elegant, energetic red-haired gun dog. They were originally bred by the Irish as bird hunters, but these days are better known as loveable family companions. Do they shed much? Irish Setters shed a moderate amount of hair year-round, and a lot during spring and autumn when their thick … Read more
Most people, when they see dogs out in the snow, are overwhelmed with sorrow, pity, and compassion. But some dogs, like the Bernese Mountain Dog, were bred to withstand harsh climates. And that is partly due to their thick coats. So, do Bernese Mountain Dogs shed? Yes. As a double-coated breed with a long, thick … Read more
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are confident, loyal, intelligent dogs that are characterized by a “ridge” of reverse growing hair on their back. They’re hunting dogs by nature and make excellent guard dogs, but also make great family companions, especially with proper training. How much do they shed? Rhodesian Ridgebacks are considered a low-shedding breed, and they’re also … Read more
The Black Russian Terrier, also known as the BRT, is a working dog. They were originally bred in the Soviet Union during 1940-1950 for military purposes. However, in the late 1950s, civilian breeders started popping up and introducing the BRT to the general public. So they eventually made their way to other countries across the … Read more
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a fun, high-energy dog that makes for a great all-around companion. They are good with children and enjoy playtime whenever they get the chance. On the same token, they are purpose-bred hunters. They were originally bred in Germany in the late 1800s as hunting dogs and belong to the pointing … Read more
