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Daily Record
24-05-2025
- General
- Daily Record
The 5 dog breeds that are known to bark the most and the one thing that links them
If you have grumpy neighbours likely to complain about noise, you may want to avoid getting any of these vocal dogs. Dogs bark. It's a fact. But did you know that some breeds of dog are more likely to bark and growl than others? The genetic make-up of different dog breeds can make them more likely to be extra vocal, particularly in stressful situations. When choosing which type of dog to get, there are many things to consider, including how often they'll need walked, or whether or not they'll shed a lot of fur. In fact, even the stinkiness of your dog can depend on the breed, and some types of dog are more likely to give off odours than others. All these factors may influence your choice of dog, but those with neighbours who often complain about noise should probably avoid these five dogs known to bark, growl and howl. But which dog breeds are the loudest? The American Kennel Club shared a list of the noisiest dog breeds that those looking for a calm and peaceful house may want to skip when choosing a puppy. And looking through the list, there is one thing that seems to link them all; they don't like their small size get in the way of a big bark. Five of the noisiest dog breeds 1. Corgi These royal pups are one of the dogs most likely to be extra vocal compared to the rest of their canine cousins. Barking is a fairly common trait with both breeds of Corgi - the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Historically, corgis were bred to herd sheep and cattle, giving them the characteristics to be very vocal indeed. 2. Miniature Schnauzer Terriers are known to be barkers, and are widely considered to be quite vocal. The Miniature Schnauzer enforces this stereotype of terriers. The breed, which was bred to be a guard dog and deal with rodents, has a reputation of barking at even the slightest of noises. However, it is possible to train them to be quiet. 3. Yorks The Yorkshire Terrier, or Yorkie, is another small dog known for barking. This little pooch also makes the list for being one of the smelliest dog breeds. 4. Chihuahua Chihuahuas are known for having a LOT of attitude, and it will be no surprise to any dog lover that these little yappers have made the list. In fact, chihuahuas have been known to bark pretty much continuously, and even for no reason. 5. West Highland White Terrier One from our own land of Scotland, the West Highland White Terrier has also made the list of pooches that bark more often than not. Better known as Westies, the West Highland White Terrier is a breed that loves to excitedly notify their owner of everything they notice. If you have a Westie, you're always going to know if they've come across a new sound, smell, or sight. But just because all these dogs love to bark doesn't mean you should avoid them altogether. In fact, these pups all have big personalities that need an owner who is able to appreciate them- whilst keeping their incessant barking habits in check. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Daily Mail
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Heart-stopping moment dog owner jumps into pool to save clumsy pooch TWICE: 'No survival instincts'
Wild footage captured the moment a dog owner had to jump into her pool twice to save her clumsy pooch from drowning in her backyard. Shannon Tremaine and her dad Vincent were forced to act fast when their Miniature Schnauzer, Chloe, fell into a pool in their Adelaide backyard. In the viral footage, captured last month, Ms Tremaine could be seen opening a gate and letting her dog explore the area surrounding the pool for the first time. 'If she falls in, at least we're here,' Vincent said. 'That's the thing I'm most worried about is her falling in when we're not here,' Ms Tremaine said. Vincent appeared pretty confident the family pet wouldn't fall into the water, but his daughter wasn't so sure. 'I think she'll stumble in because she's clumsy,' Ms Tremaine said. As she predicted, Chloe wandered into the pool area and immediately slipped into the water. Although canine companions are famous for giving the doggy paddle a try in circumstances like this one, Chloe could be seen panicking. As the Miniature Schnauzer struggled to keep her head above water, Ms Tremaine waited momentarily before jumping into the pool to save her dog. One side of the pool was visibly very deep and Ms Tremaine needed her dad's help to rescue Chloe. 'At first we thought she would be fine because she used to be able to swim and I thought she would swim to me [when I jumped in] then I could scoop her up,' Ms Tremaine told Yahoo. 'But when I realised she was swimming down instead of up it was terrifying.' 'That went well,' Vincent remarked as he lifted his dog out of the water. Vincent and Ms Tremaine dried Chloe off with a towel, but moments later the clumsy pooch ended up in the water for a second time. In a subsequent video, Ms Tremaine explained Chloe got distracted by her dad eating his breakfast and fell in as she attempted to get a closer look. Once again Ms Tremaine jumped in after her to save the dog. However, Chloe didn't make things easy for Ms Tremaine as the owner struggled to keep her dog afloat in the opposite end of the pool, which was shallower but very slippery. The clip, which has been watched more than 48million times in just five days, attracted the attention of some trolls who criticised Chloe's swimming skills and the owners for not acting sooner. After the clip went viral, Ms Tremaine sat down with Chloe in an adorable interview-style clip to answer some of the internet's most asked questions. Ms Tremaine explained Chloe used to be able to swim, which is why she didn't immediately jump in. The pooch was diagnosed with vestibular disease last year and Ms Tremaine believes this has affected her ability to swim as it impacts her balance under water. Ms Tremaine assured viewers Chloe received the all-clear from the vets soon after the incident.
Scotsman
22-04-2025
- General
- Scotsman
Top Utility Dogs 2025: These are the 11 most popular breeds of adorable utility dog - including the loving French Bulldog 🐶
We're officially a nations of dog owners, with the UK's most popular pet living in around one-in-three households (and rising). Four of the most popular breeds of utility dog. | Canva/Getty Images That means that there are around three million pooches living here, with more people choosing to join the army of dog lovers every week. Of course, if you are looking to welcome a dog into your family, there are 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds , so there's plenty of thinking to do before you select your family's latest addition . There's even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren's book 'The Intelligence of Dogs' ranking breeds by instincts, obedience, and the ability to adapt. Choosing the right breed is absolutely essential – for example opting for a hypoallergenic dog if you suffer from allergies. Size too can be important, with it being best to think about a small dog if you don't have much room at home, or a large dog if you have a nice big garden and want to keep fit by walking them miles. Each year the UK Kennel Club releases figures showing how many dogs of each breed have been registered with them, and the stats for 2024 have now been released by group. The Utility Group contains breeds that were originally bred for a specific working purpose that is no longer applicable today, along with dogs that simply do not qualify for any of the other six groups. According to the latest stats, these are the 11 most popular utility dog breeds. 1 . French Bulldog The French Bulldog has been challenging the Labrador for the title of Britain's favourite dog in recent years - often appearing in second place. It lagged well behind in 2024 though, with 13,789 registrations putting the adorable breed in third place overall - but it's still the UK's favourite utility breed by a country mile. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Bulldog The Bulldog is one of the breeds of dog most closely associated with the UK and remains popular - although not as popular as its smaller French cousin. There were 3,865 Bulldog registrations in 2024, giving it the silver medal for utility breeds. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Miniature Schnauzer Originally bred by German farmers to hunt rats and other vermin, the Miniature Schnauzer is now more at home curled up on a couch. There were 3,695 new puppies registered in 2024 - putting the breed in 3rd spot when it comes to the most popular utility pet dogs. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Toy Poodle The Poodle comes in three sizes - standard, miniature and toy - with the diminuative Toy Poodle the most popular with 2,013 Kennel Club registrations in 2024. It's up for debate whether they were first bred in France or Germany, with the toy version often used as circus performers in less enlightened times. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
