Breeding Your Dalmatian 1. Lessens male aggressive and territorial behaviors, but doesn’t affect the dog’s personality. Behaviors are often owner-induced, so neutering is not the only answer, but it is a good start. 2. Prevents the need to roam in search of females in season. 3. Decreased incidences of urogenital [...]
I know that you find American Eskimo dog so irresistibly cute with all those fluffy hairs and stuffs. And he can be a real charmer too, American Eskimo dogs are naturally very friendly, playful and devoted, which no doubt you’ll find a very pleasing trait for an incredibly cute dog. [...]
The American Bulldog is very cute and built like a tank. A very muscular dog – most of its weight is muscle, making it very strong. It is very athletic, and enjoys running around. This pet can be extremely nice and playful or aggressive, depending entirely on its owner. Having [...]
Potty training a dog is one of the most frustrating things you will have to do. Take heart in the fact that once your dog gets the potty training, you won’t have to teach it again. In many ways, potty training can be rewarding too. Not only can you help [...]
It seems like you have been waiting forever, but its finally time for your new Doberman puppy to come home. Every puppy needs to be taught and trained on how to adapt to his new family, and the family has to adapt to having a new puppy in the house. [...]
We are a nation of pet lovers. We often rate our dogs as a family member…their needs sometimes coming before our own. We buy them toys, beds, treats and special food. Clothing remains optional! A necessity for any dog is appropriate dog bowls. Whether we decide to cave in to [...]
Domestication: Canines were probably the first species to be domesticated by humans. It’s a generally accepted theory that the worlds first dogs were tamed wolves. Dogs share biological similarities with wolves. They look much alike. Anatomically, they have almost identical teeth, adapted for seizing and tearing. Their actions are similar [...]
There is a fun, simple trick that can entertain, impress, and even protect our favorite four legged buddies! It’s “retrieving.” Then expand the retrieve until our doggie will happily bring us almost anything that can fit into its little mouth. Here are some reasons to teach this invaluable behavior: *It’s [...]
Dog owners need to be alert to the possible existence of the fungal organism Blastomyces dermatitidis, which can be found in sandy, acidic soils close to water or in swampy, low-lying areas. It is especially prevalent in certain areas of Mississippi, Missouri, the Ohio River Valley, as well as the [...]
When considering the birth rates among animals, it is not hard to understand why animal shelters are always filled with animals waiting to be adopted. Shockingly, it has been calculated that over a seven year period, one female cat and her offspring will produce approximately 420,000 kittens. Likewise, one female [...]