Breeds – Dogs

Named for the location they originated; the border between Scotland and England, the Border Terrier is a popular breed within the UK. They were accepted into the UK Kennel Club in 1948 and are part of the Terrier Group. The Border Terrier was bred as a working dog, with legs long enough to keep up […]

The West Highland Terrier is a Scottish dog that was incredibly popular a few decades ago, but has since been overtaken by newer cross-breed hypoallergenic dogs such as the Cavapoo and Maltipoo in recent years. They were once the most purchased Terrier in England but no longer hold this accolade. Despite this, we still see […]

A loyal and affectionate dog, the Shih Tzu is an ancient breed that originated in Tibet. They are much-loved for their confident and self-assured personalities. They are alert and suspicious of strangers, making them excellent watch dogs. While they are by no means athletes, they still enjoy having a couple of 30 minute leisurely walks […]

One of the most loved dogs in the UK, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier or ‘Staffy’ is a confident and loyal dog. While they have a reputation for being aggressive, most well-socialised Staffies are loving and trustworthy dogs who get on well with people of all ages, including the children in the family. Developed within Staffordshire, […]