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Scotsman
2 days ago
- General
- Scotsman
Cold Climate Dogs: These are 10 breeds of adorable dog that cope with arctic temperatures
We're officially a nations of dog owners, with the UK's most popular pet living in around one-in-three households (and rising). That means that there are around three million pooches living here, with more people choosing to join the army of dog lovers every week. There are a whopping 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 small dog if you don't have much room at home, or a hypoallergenic dog if you suffer from allergies. One thing to take into consideration is that some dogs have been bred specifically to cope with – or even enjoy – living in a cold climate. These hardy breeds will think nothing of long walks in snow and sub-zero temperatures, so if you have an ourdoorsy lifestyle they are the pups that should feature high up on your canine wish list. Here are the 10 breeds of dog that thrive in cold conditions. 1 . Tibetan Mastiff Originating in the towering Himalaya mountains, the Tibetan Mastiff has a winter coat and a summer coat, meaning they can cope with all extremes of weather. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Siberian Husky The Siberian Husky is probably the first dog breen most of us think of when it comes to canines comfy in cold climates. Bred to pull slades over vast distances of arctic tundra, this is a dog that can cope with anything the weather can throw at them. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Newfoundland With its thick black hair and hefty body, the Newfoundland can cope with the harshest of conditions. They are particularly well known for saving people from water - able to safely swim in the iciest rivers, lakes and seas. Photo: Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Chow Chow The Chow Chow's luxurious and thick coat makes them look like a friendly lion and makes them seemingly impervious to dropping temperatures. Originally bred to guard royal palaces in their native China, they are quite happy to spend the majority of their time outside. Photo: Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
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Scotsman
14-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Dream Dogs 2025: Here are the 13 types of adorable dog most people fantasise about owning - including the loving Labrador 🐶
We're officially a nations of dog owners, with the UK's most popular pet living in around one-in-three households (and rising). 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 small dog if you don't have much room at home, or a hypoallergenic dog if you suffer from allergies. And many of us use the internet to work out which dog is best for us - providing a fascinating insight into which pup we idly dream of owning while surfing the web. Researchers from analysed thousands of 'aspirational' internet searches, asking about particular breeds' lifespans, popular names, cost and temperament. In doing so they uncovered the true intent and desires of potential dog owners who are still in the dreaming phase before they make a purchase or decision to adopt. A spokesperson from explained: "The research gives a glimpse into the heart of the British public. But these aren't just impulsive searches - they're signs of real intent and emotion. People are researching things like temperament, health issues, lifespan, and costs to make sure the dog fits their lifestyle and gets the happy, healthy life it deserves. It's a positive sign that more and more people are taking the time to understand what it really means to care for a dog. After all, dogs are a lifetime commitment. When you're thinking about getting a four-legged companion, you need to picture that dog as part of your family. You should never just choose a breed based on looks.' Here are their 13 most dreamed of dog breeds. 1 . Labrador Retriever The Labrador has been the most popular pedigree dog in the UK - and in the world - for many years now, so it's maybe not surprising that they are the dog most dream of welcoming into their home. They are friendly, loyal and tend to be easy to train. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Golden Retriever Second on most people's doggy wishlists is the gregarious Golden Retriever. Thay share all the positive attributes of the Labrador Retriever, but tend to be slightly larger with lovely shaggy coats. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Dachshund Coming in a range of sizes and hair-lengths, the Dachshund sausage dog has become seriously trendy in recent years. They have a reputation for being a bit naughty and strong minded, but it's pretty much impossible to stay angry at those cute wee faces. They take the final podium position for dream dogs. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Cocker Spaniel Fourth place goes to the Cocker Spaniel - the UK's most popular breed of spaniel for a number of years. The English Cocker Spaniel is the 'original' Cocker Spaniel, with its American cousin created in the 20th century from differing breeding specifications in the US. The English breed has a wider and flatter head, eyes set wider apart, lower-hanging ears and thicker fur. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
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Scotsman
02-05-2025
- General
- Scotsman
Dog Aggression 2025: Here are the 18 breeds of dog most and least likely to become aggressive
We're officially a nations of dog owners, with the UK's most popular pet living in around one-in-three households (and rising). Some dog breeds are far more likely to display signs of aggression than others. | 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 small dog if you don't have much room at home, or a hypoallergenic dog if you suffer from allergies. And one thing you might like to consider is that different breeds are known for having different personality traits - including differing levels of aggression. Before they were domesticated, dogs had to fight for everything from food to territory – so signs of aggression were essential to their survival. Many of these has been bred out to create the perfect family dogs we know today, but other retain the wilder characteristics. There can be good reason for this – for example for those used as service or guard dogs – but prospective owners should be aware that this is the case before choosing to welcome a certain dog into their homes. It should also be said that individual dogs may display attributes that are unusual for their breed, and all dogs have the potential to be aggressive in certain situations. That said, here are the 18 breeds most and least likely to show signs of aggression. 1 . Labrador Retriever Starting with the dogs unlikely to have aggressive traits. One of the reasons that the Labrador Retriever is the world's most popular dog is its lack of aggression. Vigorous licking of faces is the main thing to look out for with this good natured breed. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Golden Retriever What's true of the Labrador Retriever is also usually true of close cousin the Golden Retriever. That's certainly true when it comes to levels of aggression. Other than enjoying a nibble of their owners when teething, this is a dog whose main emotion is love and devotion. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Basset Hound It takes serious amounts of energy to be aggressive - reserves that the notoriously lazy Basset Hound will be loath to dip into unless really needed. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Cavalier King Charles Spaniel As puppies, you could be forgiven for mistaking a Cavalier King Charles Spaniels for a suddly stuffed toy. If treated well they present about the same level of danger to humans. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
Scotsman
25-04-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
Hypoallergenic Dogs 2025: Here are 13 breeds of adorable dog that shed little hair
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 hypoallergenic dog breeds. | 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. 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 small dog if you don't have much room at home. And one thing that is crucial for us who suffer from allergies is to pick a hypoallergenic dog - to stop continual sneezing and running eyes from dog hair. Sadly some of the most popular breeds - such as the Labrador Retriever and German Shepherd - seem to spend most of their lives shedding hair wherever they go. But others tend to keep their fur (or lack of it) largely to themselves. Here are 13 of the most hypoallergenic breeds of loving dog. 1 . Poodle Whether you opt for the standard, mini or toy varieties, all poodles shed very little of their soft, curly hair. They are also highly intelligent and easy to train. In many ways the gold standard when it comes to hypoallergenic dogs, an entire industry has been created by crossing them with other breeds, as we'll see later in the list. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Portuguese Water Dog While the Portuguese Water Dog does shed hair, its relatively thick and highly seasonal, so a regular grooming regime will keep allergy sufferers from suffering. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Labradoodle OK, the Labradoodle is a crossbreed rather than a pedigree dog, but we couldn't bear to leave these teddy bears off this list. The Labrador Retriever may be the UK's most popular dog, but they shed a huge amount of hair. The Labradoodle is a mix of a Labrador and the far more hypoallergenic Poodle, making the dog shed far less hair and less likely to trigger your allergies. Other Poodle crossbreeds such as Cockapoos and Goldendoodles are also good for allergy sufferers. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Kerry Blue Terrier Originally bred in Ireland to control vermin, the Kerry Blue is a medium-sized terrier with a soft, curly coat that doesn't shed. It's intelligent, loyal, and needs regular grooming—perfect for allergy sufferers who want an energetic, affectionate dog. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
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
