Behind the Breed: Basset Hounds

Behind the Breed: Old English Sheepdog

Old English Sheepdogs are, nowadays, most well known for their shaggy, profuse coat that’s often done in a peek-a-boo hairdo! Many will be white with gray markings in color but some many have grizzle, merle, or any blue shade. These dogs are very mellow,...

Behind the Breed: Dog Breed Groups.

‘Behind The Breed’ is a new series here at Animals of the Pacific Northwest that looks at the histories and characteristics of different dog and cat breeds. While many rescue pets might not be purebred, knowing the general characteristics of different...

End of Life Care for Our Pets

Making that decision to say goodbye to our pets isn’t an easy one; sometimes, they do pass on without intervention while there are other times when we need to help the over the rainbow bridge. Our pets and working animals, for many, are a part of the family but...

Behind the Breed: Labrador Retriever

Each week, I’ll be sharing information about different cat and dog breeds! For the first ‘Behind the Breed’, here’s some information about labrador retrievers: Labrador retrievers, according to the American Kennel Club, are the most popular...