Are French Bulldogs Good Apartment Dogs?
Maud Earl at the Museum of the Dog
Maud Earl's works were displayed at the Royal Academy, the Royal Society of British Artists, and the Paris Salon. Her clients included prominent dog-fanciers, notable sportsmen, and royalty: Queen Victoria herself commissioned Earl to paint one of her dogs. This was a hugely significant achievement for a woman in the 19th century.
Are Samoyeds Good Apartment Dogs?
There are a few things that strike you immediately when you see a Samoyed: their amazing coats, those coal-black eyes, their size, and the signature “Sammy Smile.”
Preventing Dog Bites
A dog that bites can be a serious problem. Living in the close quarters of a city like New York, you need to make sure that you do everything you can to prevent a bite. Any dog can bite: large or small, male or female, young or old. Even the friendliest dog can bite if it’s provoked. And take note: it’s NOT a dog’s breed that is a predictor or whether it will bite or not.
Canine College Mascots
With the NCAA tournament in full swing, college mascots are in the news.
Many, like basketball powerhouse UConn, have dogs for mascots.
Two New York colleges — John Jay College of Criminal Justice and Brooklyn College have canine standard bearers. Read on to find out what types of dogs rep these schools.
Most Popular Dog Breeds
The American Kennel Club has released its list of the most popular pure breed dogs in the United States. For the third year in a row, French Bulldogs are the top dogs in American.
Giant Schnauzer is Best in Show at Westminster
A Giant Schnauzer named GCHG CH Hearthmore's Wintergreen Mountain RI CGC TKN FITB , also known as "Monty,” took home Best in Show at the 149th edition of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show this week.
Check out Urban Dog’s calendar of dog-friendly events in New York City. We include some events that are for humans only, but should appeal to dog owners. For a list view click here. If you are the organizer of an event or happening and want us to include it on our calendar, reach out to us and we’ll be happy to accommodate you if possible. Put Urban Dog Calendar Event in your email’s subject line.