Many people can find themselves with a quiet house in their golden years. These days it is not uncommon for family to be spread throughout the world and while phones and the internet can help, there really is no replacement for genuine contact. Loneliness and social isolation in senior citizens are more than an inconvenience. … Read more
Whilst some dogs are born with floppy ears that stand as they grow, and some are born with their ears already standing to attention the majority with pointy ears are ancestrally from herding stock. This includes the Blue Heeler. Officially an Australian Cattle Dog the term ‘Blue’ referrers to his color and ‘Heeler” from his … Read more
Dogs come in all different shapes and sizes. They all have different needs and different temperaments. Just like us humans, what suits one may not suit another. Whilst we can voice our opinions and make our own choices our canine companions rely on us undertaking our due diligence to ensure that their specific needs are … Read more
No one would argue with you if you described a Yorkie Poo as a little dog. A tiny little scamp by all accounts when compared with some of its bigger Doodle cousins. However, once you start researching a bit more you will discover the Yorkie Poo is often differentiated into two sizes. No, not “small” … Read more
Do you know your parti from your merle? Could you separate your tans from your golds and your reds from your apricots? Don’t worry, if this all sounds like a mystery. You are not the only one who can feel the world of Doodle color variations is some sort of foreign language. In this article, … Read more
You may or may not have heard of Waffle the Wonder Dog. Who exactly is he and what makes him so wonderful? Here at Know Your Doodles, we’re certain it’s the Poodle influence that makes him so special. Take a read through our dedicated Waffle article and determine for yourself whether Waffle the Wonder Dog … Read more
There is a whole world of Doodles out there that come in just about every height, weight, and build imaginable. Crossing a minimum of two breeds to make a Doodle will always make them vary a bit in size even within one litter. While this level of choice is often something that draws in many … Read more
A sickly dog can be one of the most stressful times as a pup parent. The sleepless nights, the costly vet visits not to mention the emotional rollercoaster that our little furry friends can take us on. It stands to reason then that one of the main areas of research prospective owners undertake is into … Read more
I bet all dog owners have uttered the frustrated question “does this dog ever get tired of barking”? I mean seriously, a long day of work has been done, you want nothing more than to relax in front of the TV and yet your crazy-clawed buddy has other ideas. Almost from the minute your derrière … Read more
How Long is a Dog Pregnant For? Breeding is very exciting even for experienced breeders and the period of time between mating and delivery can feel like an age but is in fact only around nine weeks long. The canine gestation period is on average only 63-65 days however just like with humans, this can … Read more