5 Dog Breed Names with Interesting Meanings

1. Poodle Poodle comes from Pudel the shortened version of the German Pudelhund meaning “water dog”, probably as the breed was used to hunt waterfowl. The name has thought to have been used as early as 1808. 2. Dachshund Dachshund is another breed that has German origins, being developed between 1840 and 1850. It comes…

Pet Store, Breeder or Shelter: Why Adopting a Furry Family Member is the Best Choice

This post topic isn’t related to my usual blog topic, but being assigned to write on a social issue I decided to choose one that many people can relate to, pets. Many people have pets, and whether to buy from a pet shop, breeder, or to adopt is often a big decision.  Though it may…