The Scottish Deerhound is a mellow dog who loves her human family. They are quiet, not barkers. They prefer to have acreage to run on but a properly fenced in yard will work for exercise. They need to controlled when outdoors because they will take off and chase about anything. [...]
Stop puppy biting behaviors right away Bringing home a cute puppy is always a very exciting event. Introducing the new puppy to your home should be a happy time for both yourself and your puppy. One of the initial major challenges, however, to the excitement of the new puppy, is [...]
Small dogs are a growing fad in today’s society, and with so many different breeds its hard to keep track of all of them. In this article I will discuss some of the most popular small dog breeds. With the growing population and the increase of metropolitan living, small dogs [...]
The Papillon continues to be among the less popular breeds in North America. Papillon production in the United States has increased in recent years. A Papillon, Ch. Loteki Supernatural Being, won Best in Show in 1999 at the Westminster Kennel Club show. He also won many hearts. Kirby, who won [...]
First we need to recognize that nutrients are not the same thing as ingredients. It’s not the combination of ingredients that determines the quality of your dog’s diet and whether or not the dog’s nutritional needs are being met, it’s the blend of nutrients. The ingredients in dog food only [...]
When it comes time to groom your Akita there are several things to keep in mind that are breed specific. Most Akita dogs don’t care about how they look like as long as they are happy rolling on the ground or on something stinky they found destroying the beauty in [...]
Maturity is occurring at an earlier age in our domestic dogs because of selective breeding. Additionally, domestic bitches (except African breeds) have twice as many seasons as wild wolves. The Oestrus Cycle: Bitches’ seasons occur every 8-9 months. During proestrus they will have a blood stained discharge and show an [...]
Coccidia is a common problem in Shih Tzu and other breed. It is most serious in cattle, sheep, goats, pigs and poultry. In dogs, cats, and horses, it is less often diagnosed, but can result in clinical illness in some animals, which includes the Shih Tzu. Coccidiosis is actually “always” [...]
Choosing a Dog. Dogs are cute cuddly and make great companions. Before you buy a dog make sure you choose the one that’s right for you, your lifestyle and your living space. Evaluate your lifestyle and family circumstances. Do you have small children? Are you active? What are your family [...]
With Chihuahuas being the breed of choice by many, it is important to fully understant them. In this article I will explain the most common mistakes made by Chihuahua owners. As you probably know by now, Chihuahuas are small. They are, in fact, the smallest breed in the world, and [...]