Search This Site Enter your search terms Web This Site Submit search form __________________ Buy Jigsaws Buy great jigsaws from PuzzlesUSA and in UK, All Jigsaw Puzzles. __________________ Accessories Available in UK from All Jigsaw Puzzles. Puzzle Frame from PuzzlesUSA Roll Up Mat for Jigsaw Puzzles up to 1000pc from PuzzlesUSA. Jigrolls in the UK from All Jigsaw Puzzles. __________________ Dog Facts Golden Retriever Golden Retrievers were developed in Scotland about 1835 as hunting dogs for downed fowl. They are a common family choice of dog due to their good nature and social abilities. Great guide dogs. They have long golden coats of various hues (the almost white shade can make very tricky dog jigsaw puzzles set against a white background) and just love to retrieve. __________________ Dog Facts Labradors Labradors were first mentioned in 1814 in connection with Newfoundland dogs. They are the most popular breed in USA and UK. They are kind, intelligent and make great companions. These retriever dogs can be up to 80 lbs in weight and 24 inches tall. They are generally Chocolate, Black or yellow in colour. Labradors love water and make great Guide Dogs. Also brilliant images for dog jigsaw puzzles. __________________ Dog Facts Beagles Beagles type of hound first mention in mid 1700s. Generally tricoloured, brown, black and white. They are pack animals and like to be sociable and playful. Used primarily for hunting early on. Good temperament if properly bred and socialized effectively from the start. __________________ Dog Facts Cairn Terriers Cairn Terriers from Scottish Highlands. One of the earliest dogs used for hunting in Scotland. Can be about 14lbs and 10 inches to withers. Colours can be wheaten, red, sandy, gray, and cream. They are strong willed and loyal. Famous one is Toto in Wizard of Oz. __________________ Dog Facts Bulldog Bulldog A Bulldog is a medium-size breed of dog that originated in England. Bulldogs are known for their short muzzles and the saggy skin on their faces. Bulldogs come in a variety of colours and ideally have a smooth, short coat. They can be 40 to 55 pounds in weight. The term "bulldog" was first used around 1568. The oldest single breed specialty club is The Bulldog Club (England), which was formed in 1875. Handsome Dan, is the Bulldog mascot for Yale University. __________________ Dog Facts Dalmatian Dalmatian The Dalmatian is noted for its white coat with either black or liver spots. The breed takes its name from the Croatian province of Dalmatia, The ideal Dalmatian should stand between 19 and 24 inches at the withers and weigh from 45 to 70 pounds. Paintings of Dalmatians running along-side chariots have been unearthed in Egyptian tombs. Made popular in the 1956 novel The Hundred and One Dalmatians written by British author Dodie Smith, and the Disney animated classic released in 1961, later spawned a 1996 live-action remake 101 Dalmatians. __________________ Dog Facts West Highland West Highland Westies are descended from Cairn Terriers, and Scottish Terriers. Originating in Scotland in 1800s. They typically weigh about 15 to 20 lb and their average height is 11 in. at the withers. The tail should be between 5-6 inches. __________________ Dog Facts Yorkie Yorkie The Yorkshire Terrier is a breed of small dog in the toy category. The long-haired terrier is known for its playful demeanor and distinctive blue and tan coat. Yorkies can be very small, usually weighing not more than 7 pounds. As the name implies, the Yorkshire Terrier originated in Yorkshire in the mid-nineteenth century. In the movie Meet the Fockers, the Fockers' (Dustin Hoffman and Barbra Streisand) family dog, Moses, is played by a female Yorkie mix named Terem. __________________ Dog Facts Bernese Bernese The Bernese Mountain Dog is a versatile breed of farm dog originating in the canton of Berne in Switzerland. A tri-colored dog of large size, it stands 23 to 27.5 inches at the withers, usual weight range is 65 to 120 pounds. __________________ Dogopoly Dog-opoly Monopoly Style Board Game Late for the Sky From PuzzlesUSA For ages 8 and up 2 to 6 players. Dog-opoly is a tail-wagging good time. Buy your favorite dogs, arranged around the board from Chihuahua to Great Dane. You may become the proud owner of the neighborhood butcher shop or the ever popular fire hydrant! Buy Dog Houses and trade them in for Big Bones. Collect $200 every time you pass Go Fetch!...or pay $200 because you have fleas! Dog-opoly is a game that celebrates our fabulous four-legged friends. Fun for family and friends. The perfect gift for any dog lover. __________________ Family Benefits Get the family together and have a great puzzling time. Talk, laugh and play together, you will feel closer. More benefits.... __________________ Puzzle Trivia Famous Puzzlers There are many famous jigsaw puzzlers. The Queen, Bill Gates Stephen King and Albert Einstein. I think jigsaws are great for relaxing, and losing yourself in a great puzzling time. Jigsaw puzzles are the best game ever! Solve Jigsaws How to solve jigsaw puzzles by sorting, looking for shapes and patterns. Getting started through to gluing the final puzzle. Lots more quick facts in our Trivia Pages.... __________________