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Posted on: April 22 2016

The ultimate guard dogs, invaluable members of search and rescue teams as well as hardworking livestock and hunting dogs, the Working group are certainly built for the job. These dogs tend to be on the larger, more muscular shape and size end of things.

So which breeds are part of the Working group?

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Posted on: April 20 2016

These wonderful creatures are absolutely brimming with energy, and widely known for being amongst the most affectionate dog breeds known to man. So whether a loopy Working Cocker rules your roost or if you’re the proud owner of a cuddly Cavalier King Charles, here are just some of the tell-tale signs that you’ve officially joined the crazy club.

1.      Chewed up tennis balls can be found all over the house

2.      You spend your evenings combing long ears in front of the TV

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3.      The postman has a handful of treats ready when you answer the front door. The postman knows the drill

4.      The tops of your jeans are...

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Posted on: April 18 2016

The Utility group consists of a variety of breeds with non-sporting origins, generally those whose jobs no longer exist or where the breed is no longer suitable for a particular type of work.  For example, did you know that our spotty friend, the Dalmatian, was bred for stamina to run alongside horse-drawn carriages as a status symbol but also to protect the horses from potential prey?

Know your Utility dogs?  Here's the official list of breeds within this group:

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Posted on: April 15 2016

During National Pet Awareness Month, we're thinking about all the workers who own dogs. Do you bring your dog to work with you? How dog-friendly is your workplace?

Let's take a look at some of the world's most famous offices that welcome canine colleagues.

Kurgo is a dog's best friend

Pet product supplier Kurgo has a vibrant office in Massachusetts that is like a nursery for pooches. 

Workers sit in booths with gates, so they can either keep dogs in or out. The whole office is an open space where animals and owners can interact. Meeting spaces have chairs at perfect dog-patting height, and wide, open spaces allow the dogs to roam freely. There are plenty of toys for dogs to play...

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Posted on: April 06 2016

The Toy breeds are a fantastic group of little dogs that make lovely, affectionate companions.  Don’t be fooled though as what these dogs lack in stature, they make up for with big personalities and plenty of spirit.  From the more stocky Pugs to the lovable King Charles Spaniels, cheeky Chihuahuas and even Toy Poodles, it is easy to see why these pooches have become so popular with their pint-sized frames and unique characters ranging from the energetic Yorkshire Terrier, playful puffball Pekingese or the fluffy Bichon Frise.

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