The subject of genetics (the study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms) is, to say the least, very scientific by nature. However, in this blog, we’ll attempt to unravel the science in easy-to-understand language. Summary of genetics From scientific presentations to sci-fi movies, we’ve all seen pictures of the “corkscrewed ladder shape” […]
The Kennel Club in the UK gave the Golden Retriever recognition as a specific breed back in 1908 as “Flat Coats” (not yet called Golden Retrievers) and, first shown at the Crystal Palace in London the UK The breed was officially called “Golden Retriever” 12 years later in 1920. They were then accepted officially by […]
In the first part of a two-part blog, we look at the origins of those wonderful dogs, Golden Retrievers. We have to pop back to 1865 and the famous city of Brighton on the southeast coast of England. That summer, Sir Dudley Coutts Marjoribanks came across a dark yellow-coloured sporting dog (named “Nous”) while walking […]
Shade Frenchies: The French Bulldog (or “Frenchie”) remains, without doubt, one of, if not, the most sought-after and adorable breed of dog. It is friendly, sociable, easy to look after and has a cuteness factor that endears itself to everyone it meets, young and old alike. You will no doubt be familiar with the Frenchie’s […]
The Fluffy French Bulldog, despite not being very common in France, was referred to as the “Toy” Bulldog and was associated more with England than France. While Frenchies, as they are called, have gained in popularity, obtaining one, especially bred correctly and ethically, as in the manner with which Royal Kennels breed all their dogs, […]
How often have you seen pictures of families with a dog in it and wondered how they managed to pull that off, or IF you can pull that off? Such pictures are littered all over social media, so my guess is, you’ve thought about it – a lot! Imagine if you could juggle kids and […]
So you want to adopt a new dog in Thailand and have everything run smoothly. Isn’t that the dream of all dog owners? A dog, like any new addition to your life, is a game-changer that will affect your work, relationship, hobbies, and free time. Many dog owners complain about how adopting a new dog […]
History of The Golden Retriever: Dogs and humans have a historic relationship that goes back hundreds if not thousands of years. However, when you compare them to other dog breeds, the golden retriever’s history is relatively new. Historically bred as hunting dogs in Scotland, they make excellent family dogs. They are a medium-sized breed that […]
