The Newfoundland is a large, hairy dog with a great temperament. They are calm and do not require a great deal of exercise so they may even be kept in an apartment. Of course, a properly fenced in yard for exercise is preferable. The Newfoundland was bred for cold temperatures [...]
The Irish Setter is a gun dog with a distinctive long, silky red coat. They are generally used for hunting in wide open, dry areas. They have a strong desire to please. Excellent tracking and hunting abilities make them popular choice for upland birds. The Irish Setter will also make [...]
Dog care is extremely important not only on a daily basis to make sure they are receiving the proper nutrition, water, and brushing, but also when you consider the long term care of a dog. Most dogs need to be vaccinated as certain intervals to avoid health problems such as [...]
To remove an attached tick from your pet, use a pair of fine-tipped tweezers or special tick removal instruments. These special devices allow one to remove the tick without squeezing the tick body. This is important as you do not want to crush the tick and force harmful bacteria to [...]
The Miniature Pinscher is an ancient breed, although not in the form that we know today. Opinions differ about the origin of the Miniature Pinscher. He just might be the “neatest” of the toydogs. He makes an admirable, clean pet for any size home. Most authorities agree the Miniature Pinscher [...]
Puppies love to bite. The do it naturally but it is something that they must be taught not to do. This needs to be addressed while they are young because dog bites can lead to all sorts of problems including legal action. It may seem fun and funny to have [...]
Dogs need to have a well-balanced diet just as humans. The six basic nutrients needed to promote a healthy diet in your dog are: fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, proteins, and water. Providing these ingredients will promote healthy growth, provide energy, replace worn tissue, and help fight against diseases. There are [...]
The death of your dog, either through accident, old age or illness feels like you’ve lost your best friend. You may very well have. Dealing with the death of a pet and grieving for your dog is needed for healing. Your dog was a part of your family. Often from [...]
Coprophagy, one who eats stool is a common condition in dogs and especially in puppies. Some dogs eat their own stool, other animals stool, or both. Disgusting? Absolutely! There is nothing like being licked on the face by a dog whose breath smells like the stool he just ate! GROSS!! [...]
Training a puppy is not a complicated process, but it does take time and commitment. Dogs learn through repetition so it is essential to spend enough time so that you will see results. There are no stupid dogs and it is up to the owner to uncover the dog’s intelligence. [...]