From the rolling pastures of the Pyrenees to the alpine farms of Switzerland, we share what we have learned about raising, training, and living alongside Europe's most remarkable breeds.
A long read we think every new owner should bookmark — from the people who bred the dogs behind the article.
Anyone can recite the size and the coat. After three years with our Pyr, Maren, here is what the breed clubs quietly leave out — the night barking, the livestock-guarding instincts in a suburban garden, and the way these dogs judge you with their eyes at 6 a.m.
Read the full storyNew writing from our breeders, trainers, and veterinary contributors across Europe.
How to set up your home, manage the decompression period, and avoid the common mistakes new Malinois owners make in the first weekend.
Six months of off-leash training in the Swiss Alps, recorded in detail — what worked, what didn't, and why a 45 kg dog is not a small dog.
Caloric needs, coat condition, joint supplements, and the difference between show-line and working-line metabolism. A vet's notes from Tromsø.
The Trinci family has bred truffle dogs for nearly 90 years. We spent a weekend with them during the spring litters.
ENCI, FCI, KME, SKK — the paperwork looks identical until you know where to look. A plain-English guide to lines, breeders, and breeding restrictions.
Trains, ferries, dog-friendly hotels and which European countries still make you quarantine. Updated for 2026 regulations.
Six standing topics — pick a corner of the magazine that fits what you're looking for right now.