I've always slightly preferred dogs over cats. I'm so happy we domesticated these furry friends.
I agree!  I love dogs!  What kind of dog do you have?
I've had all sorts of dogs of different shapes, sizes and colors, but right now I own a poodle/chihuahua mix.
That sounds like a fun mixed breed!  Is that breed good for anything practical or just as a companion?
He's just a really good companion, and smart too! I guess I can give thanks for that to the fact that they were the first species to be domesticated and have been bred for things like intelligence.
Oh!  I didn't realize they were the first domesticated species.  What were they originally bred for back then?
They were bred to perform many different roles, such as hunting, herding, protection and many other things.
That's really amazing!  What is the most popular breed of canine?
to 1899. As part of the Herding Group, German Shepherds are working dogs developed originally for herding sheep. Since that time however, because of their strength, intelligence, trainability, and obedience, German Shepherds around the world are often the preferred breed for many types of work, including disability assistance, search-and-rescue, police and military roles, and acting. The German Shepherd is the second-most registered breed by the American Kennel Club and seventh-most registered breed by The Kennel Club in the United
temperament to rehabilitate dogs, train dog owners, and serve as a role model for a breed often associated with aggressiveness. Daddy appeared frequently in episodes of the "Dog Whisperer", with Millan referring to him as his "right-hand man". According to Millan, Daddy "never made a mistake — never, never. He's never displayed aggression or any other negative behavior. He's just always helped me." In 2009, Millan added "I have never had a dog like Daddy. I've