Top Notch Toys Celebrates Our 40th Anniversary
Join us in celebrating 40 years of dedication to Toy Dogs! Discover our commemorative edition and the world of purebred devotion.
Day: November 2, 2023
Maltese the Consummate Canine Companion
While its exact origin may be widely debated, strong evidence indicates an established presence of this tiny canine aristocrat throughout the Mediterranean Sea area well over 2,000 years ago. Charles Darwin, the “father of evolution theory,” even suggested that the Maltese may date back as far as 6,000 years! Ancient Greek philosophers Aristotle (~370 BC) and Pliny […]
Beauty is As Beauty Does
Puppy temperament testing is not a “pass/fail” situation, nor is it an absolute determination of what the purebred puppy will be like for the
Training the Performance Shih Tzu Dog – Challenging but Rewarding
Training the Performance Shih Tzu Dog – Shih Tzu are very much a thinking breed and will come up with different things to do if they are
Brussels Griffon | The ‘Almost Human Expression’
I will endeavor to write about the Brussels Griffon’s “almost human expression.” I have searched out mention of this in our American Brussels
Judging The Miniature Pinscher
Insights on judging the Miniature Pinscher dog breed, its hackney-like gait, and table examination tips with expert Pamela DeHetre.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel – One Judge’s Approach
Learn what judges should keep in mind when judging Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, including breed history, appearance, movement, and color.
The Chinese Crested
Dive into the enigmatic origins of Chinese Crested dogs, uncover their two coat varieties, and embrace their loving and loyal companionship.
