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Scotsman
9 hours ago
- General
- Scotsman
Dog Speeds 2025: Here are the 20 fastest and slowest breeds of adorable dog
We're a nation of dog lovers, with around one-in-three households including at least one four-legged friend . By far the most popular pet in the UK, they make for wonderful companions, all the while improving both our mental and physical health - and that's a scientific fact. The army of dog owners continues to grow, with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds . 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. There's also always the option of adopting a dog from a dog shelter for a minimal fee - for example from the Dogs Trust . There's even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren's book 'The Intelligence of Dogs' ranking breeds by instincts the ability to adapt. But if you want a pup that will do two laps of the park before more of its canine friends have done one, there are a few dogs you should have at the top of your list. Meanwhile, if you'd rather have a pet who enjoys life at a slower pace, then there are also many perfect breeds for you. Here are the 20 fastest and slowest breeds of dog. 1 . Greyhound We're starting with the speediest of pooches. It probably comes as no surprise that the fastest breed of all is the Greyhound. They are born to run, although are surprisingly lazy the rest of the time, and have an incredible top speed of 45mph. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Saluki One of the most ancient breeds of dog, the Saluki is thought to date back to ancient Egypt. With a top speed of 42mph they are the second fastest dog breed. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Afghan Hound In joint bronze medal position for quickest canine is the Afghan Hound. At top speed they are a blur of fur, running at 40mph. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Vizla The other dog that can register up to 40mph on the canine speedometer is the Vizla. If this Hungarian breed doesn't get plenty of exercise it can become destructive. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
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Scotsman
4 days ago
- Health
- Scotsman
Dog Health 2025: Here are the 26 most and least healthy breeds of adorable dog - from Border Collie to loving Labrador 🐶
We're a nation of dog lovers, with around one-in-three households including at least one four-legged friend . By far the most popular pet in the UK, they make for wonderful companions, all the while improving both our mental and physical health - and that's a scientific fact. The army of dog owners continues to grow, with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds . 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. There's also always the option of adopting a dog from a dog shelter for a minimal fee - for example from the Dogs Trust . There's even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren's book 'The Intelligence of Dogs' ranking breeds by instincts the ability to adapt. And one thing you might like to consider is that some breeds tend to stay healthier for longer, meaning your vet bills shouldn't be too painful and your pet has a better chance of a pain-free and lengthy life. Meanwhile others - including some of the most popular breeds - are prone to developing health problems. Here are the 26 most - and least - naturally healthy breeds of dog. 1 . Poodle We're starting with the breeds of dog who should need the least visits to the vet. No matter which size of Poodle you go for - Standard, Miniature or Toy - these immaculate dogs tend to stay in good health, with a lifespans of up to 18 years. Only older dogs tend to develop the joint and eye issues common to the breed. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Havanese Hailing from the capital city of the Carribean island of Cuba, like many small dogs the Havanese has more chance of developing liver and kidney disease than their larger cousins. Otherwise these loving characters can be expected to remain healthy for most of their lives. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Australian Cattle Dog A relatively rare breed in Britain an Australian Cattle Dog called Bluey made it into The Guiness Book of Records as the world's oldest dog. He reached the amazing age of 29. While longevity and health don't always go hand-in-hand, the breed are known to stay fairly fit until a ripe old age. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Belgian Malinois Bred as herding dogs, the Belgian Malinois is a close cousin of the more popualr German Shepherd. Like many working dog breeds they are naturally intelligent, very hardy and tend to stay healthy. The one condition they are predisposed to is cataracts. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
Scotsman
23-06-2025
- General
- Scotsman
Dog Obedience 2025: Here are the 20 most and least naturally obedient breeds of adorable dog - from Dachshund to loving Labrador 🐶
We're a nation of dog lovers, with around one-in-three households including at least one four-legged friend . By far the most popular pet in the UK, they make for wonderful companions, all the while improving both our mental and physical health - and that's a scientific fact. The army of dog owners continues to grow, with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds . 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. There's also always the option of adopting a dog from a dog shelter for a minimal fee - for example from the Dogs Trust . There's even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren's book 'The Intelligence of Dogs' ranking breeds by instincts the ability to adapt. That study also ranked dog breeds by how obedient they are. So, if it's important to you that your dog is likely to follow commands there's guidance on the breeds that should top your list - and those that you should consider steering clear of. Here are the 20 most and least obedient breeds of dog - scientifically speaking. 1 . Border Collie We're starting with the dogs that will be delighted to obey every command. Top dog when it comes to obedience is the lively Border Collie. They do need lots of exercise though, so are not the perfect pet for everybody. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Poodle The second most obedient breed of dog is the Poodle. In order to be in the top tier of obedience a dog must listen to their owners' commands on the first try at least 95 per cent of the time. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . German Shepherd Claiming the bronze medal for obedience is the German Shepherd - which is also one of the most all-round intelligent breeds of dog. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Golden Retriever Golden Retrievers are the fourth more obedient dog breed. Combine that with their loveable good nature and you have a great family pet. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
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Scotsman
20-06-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Dog Prices 2025: Here are the 20 most and least expensive breeds of adorable pedigree puppy - from Bulldog to Beagle 🐶
We're a nation of dog lovers, with around one-in-three households including at least one four-legged friend . By far the most popular pet in the UK, they make for wonderful companions, all the while improving both our mental and physical health - and that's a scientific fact. The army of dog owners continues to grow, with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds . 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. 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 . There's also always the option of adopting a dog from a dog shelter for a minimal fee - for example from the Dogs Trust . But if you are wanting a pedigree dog (one that's a pure bred registered with the Kennel Club) then you're going to have to splash out - research from the pet experts at Pets4Home s shows that the average puppy in the UK now costs around £2,000 – more than double the average price in 2019. But some breeds - due to demand or scarcity - cost significantly more than others. Here are the 20 most and least expensive breeds of pedigree pup. 1 . Tibetan Mastiff We're starting with the pups you'll need deep pockets to afford. If you want to welcome a mighty Tibetan Mastiff into your home don't expect much change out of £10,000 - they are the UK's most expensive dog. Bred to guard temples in their native Tibet, they look like adorable lions. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Samoyed Hailing from Siberia, where they were used to pull sleds, a Samoyed puppy in the UK can cost up to £6,000. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . English Bulldog A Kennel Club registered English Bulldog from good breeding stock should cost in the region of £5,000. Those adorable wrinkly faces are simply priceless though. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . French Bulldog The French Bulldog is one of the trndiest canines out there at the moment - challenging the Labrador for the title of the UK's most popular dog. Fashion comes at a price - around £4,500 at last count. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
Scotsman
13-06-2025
- General
- Scotsman
Trainable Dogs 2025: Here are the 26 easiest and hardest breeds of adorable dog to train - from Rottweiler to loving Labrador
We're a nation of dog lovers, with around one-in-three households including at least one four-legged friend . By far the most popular pet in the UK, they make for wonderful companions, all the while improving both our mental and physical health - and that's a scientific fact. The army of dog owners continues to grow, with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds . 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. There's also always the option of adopting a dog from a dog shelter for a minimal fee - for example from the Dogs Trust . 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. A dog's IQ has a bearing on how easy it is to train - although a brainy pup still has to want to do what it's told to be considered highly trainable, so it's not all about intelligence. Some breeds tend to have a range of attributes that mean it's pretty easy to get them heading outside for the toilet, sitting, staying and walking to heel. Others, however, tend to be a little trickier. It should be noted that every dog is an individual so there is no guarantee that any particular animal will have the traits common to its breed. Having said that, here are the 26 breeds that tend to be the easiest - and hardest - to train. 1 . Border Collie We're starting off with the dogs that sometimes seem to train themselves. There's a reason that Border Collies are a favourite for the tricky business of herding sheep - they are incredibly intelligent (in fact research suggests they are the most clever of all the dog breeds) and learn amazingly fast. Once they've been taught something they just fon't forget. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Australian Cattle Dog A more unusual breed in the UK, the Australian Cattle Dog is a tireless worker – which it needs to be while droving cattle over long distances in Australia. It's a dog that seems to have trainability in its very DNA. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Papillon If you are looking for a smaller breed of dog that is easy to train, then the Papillon could be for you - they have quick minds and actively enjoy learning new things. An eagerness to please their owners means that they love being told how good they are. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Vizsla Vizslas have the perfect mix of intelligence and loyalty that means they actively enjoy being trained. Classic velcro dogs, they'll never want to leave your side - meaning recall shouldn't be an issue. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
