The Clumber Spaniel is a spaniel that was existent in nineteenth century Britain. This breed is possibly a mixture of some of the early spaniel types and the Basset Hound. This breed is known for an excellent sense of smell and also for his endurance. This spaniel is heavy-bodies and [...]
Pet owners are always concerned with the proper way to care for their animals and when you decide to invest in a beagle for your family pet then your first concern should be the proper beagle health care tips. Owning a pet is a lot of work but there are [...]
As the American public has become infatuated with their televisions, and in more recent years with their computers, the problem of obesity has increased dramatically. Most of us do not exercise on a regular basis, especially as we age, and tend instead to lead rather passive lives. A direct result [...]
Being curious animals with hearty appetites, Labrador Retrievers usually chew on anything that catches their attention. They might get interested in eating insects or dead animals as well as plants in the garden. Unfortunately, there are some plants in which certain parts are poisonous. There are also plants in which [...]
When people provide dog food ratings are they reading the labels correctly to arrive at a thorough assessment? You would think it would be easy to read the label on a tin of dog food, but if you aren’t aware of the innocent words that can tell you a lot [...]
It is believed that the German Shepherd breed was developed by “Captain Max” von Stephanitz in the late nineteenth century and originally developed for herding sheep, hence their name. Over the years, their roles have changed somewhat, but by selective breeding; they have been bred for specific tasks or working [...]
Jumping is a really common problem among dogs – or should I say among dog owners? It’s rarely a problem for the dogs themselves – in fact, jumping seems to act as a reward in itself. It’s a different kettle of fish for the exasperated owner, who’s forced to deal [...]
When choosing a dog, it’s important to choose the breed that’s right for you. In order to do that, you need to know the characteristics and temperament of the breed you’re thinking about adopting or purchasing before you do so. The Shiba Inu is just one breed among many from [...]
When I brought Daisy home, she had already been named by the shelter that had rescued her. But as I got to know her, I realized that there really are great dog names that really mean something about the dog. Some of the best dog names I have heard tell [...]
Canine distemper is popularly referred to as a disease in dogs that is extremely communicable. Its vector is a virus that goes by the name paramyxovirus. It causes the disease by attacking three important body systems of the dog: These are the nervous, respiratory and gastrointestinal system. Canine distemper is [...]