Top Dog for 2017 1) Labrador Breed Nature and Personality) What makes Labrador Retrievers one of the most popular breeds of dog world wide? Firstly the Labrador Retriever is one terrific family dog. You can always feel at ease leaving them alone with the kids. Perhaps one of the best dogs for children of all ages, Labrador Retrievers are kindly, good-natured, and take most things in stride. Labradors are loved for their steady-tempered and dependable nature with everyone. They are mostly at peace with other animals, so mixing them with the family cat is usually not a problem. Labs are eager to please and responsive to training. They love exercise, and if they don't get enough you might find your lab transform into destruction mode. This can involve them chewing up the house, yard, or whatever they can get their teeth into. Known Health Problems) The most common health problems suffered by Labradors are joint problems such as hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia. T
2) Pug Breed Nature and Personality) Pugs are known for being perpetually happy, affectionate, loyal, charming, playful and mischievous. They can be very intelligent, however, they can be very stubborn which makes training them a challenge. Pugs can be great watchdogs, but they aren't as inclined to bark like other breeds such as the Yorkshire Terrier. This is something your neighbors will appreciate. With or without training, Pugs generally get along well with other animals and children. The Pug is not a snappy or violent breed, so it makes for the perfect family pet. Known Health Problems) Overall the Pug is generally a healthy and sturdy breed. But like most flat faced dogs, they suffer from labored breathing problems, especially in hot climates. Other problems to watch out for are skin problems, especially between the skin rolls. Eye problems can also be common problem due to their bulging anatomy, with eyelashes sometimes growing inwards and scratching and in