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7 Bitchin’ Boston Terrier Facts

7 Bitchin' Boston Terrier Facts They're lovable, goofy, fun, and did we say lovable?  Boston Terrier owners are loyal to their breed for good reason, once you have one you might not ever want a different breed.  Here are 7 great facts you may not have known about Boston Terriers. This huggable, squeezable, lovable pup over there to the right is one of our #ImAHotDog contestants. Learn about Boston Terriers and shop for Boston Terrier specific gear at right here! Boston Terriers are the first dogs who could officially say "born and bred in America" as they were the first[...]

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8 Awesome Facts About Pugs

8 Awesome Facts About Pugs! Pugs are awesome, adorable, fun, goofy, loving, and so much more! Here are 8 awesome things you may not have known about Pugs. Featuring one of our #ImAHotDog winners, Lily Pad! Learn about Pugs and shop for Pug specific gear at right here! The official Pug personality traits recognized by the AKC are charming, loving, and mischievous. Does your Pug fit those? Tell us in the comments below Pugs have been around as a domesticated breed for 2500 years! though not officially recognized by the akc until 1895, originated in china 400 bc Speaking of[...]

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5 Cuddly Facts About Shih Tzus

5 cuddly, lovable facts about Shih Tzus Shih Tzus were originally bred in China as a companion dog for emperors.  Their name means "lion" in Chinese.  In fact their full name is actually Tibetan Shih Tzu Kou meaning Tibetan Lion Dog The Shih Tzu didn't make it to the US until the 1940s when US Soldiers stationed in the UK fell in love with these pups and brought some back.  The breed, however, was not officially recognized in the US until 1969  Need a flower accessory for you Shih Tzu?  Check out our Flower Dog Collars here as the Shih Tzu is[...]

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Dogs & Babies INFOGRAPHIC – Keeping Everyone Safe

INFOGRAPHIC - Kids and Dogs, what you need to know Know some other useful tips about having both a small child and Dogs in the same home?  Let us know in the comments below or tweet at us: @HotDogCollars.   Here are those tips in text format for easy copy & paste (just be sure to credit us and the sources above): BEFORE BRINGING BABY HOME - Make sure the dog has basic obedience skills mastered like sit, stay, leave, drop, and get down. BEFORE BRINGING BABY HOME - Introduce your pet to new sounds, activities, and toys. Teach the[...]

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