The dog was introduced to me as a Boykin, but I heard “boinkin.’” It was only later that I learned that the breed’s backstory originated in Boykin, South Carolina, and that it was an Upstate name, ...

From Hollywood movies to family homes, long-eared dogs have captured hearts worldwide. But those floppy ears are more than just adorable—they tell a powerful story of instinct, history, and care.

They're paws-itively precious!