Problems associated to respiratory or breathing may occur in Labrador Retrievers. Whether it may be just a simple sneezing problem or a cough caused by heart problem, these health issues should be addressed immediately to prevent it from progressing into a more serious disease that could threaten the life of [...]

The German Shepherd’s original purpose was herding sheep. It came from several different breeds of sheepdogs. The versatility of this dog evolved as people realized how smart it really is and that its build could be put to better use. It learns fast, very intelligent, making it easy to train [...]

Many dogs experience allergies. Allergies are caused for a variety of reasons. Allergies can be seasonal and triggered from grasses, weeds, and trees. Seasonal allergies are usually inhalant or flea allergies. Allergies can also be triggered from your dog’s diet. In either case, having your dog tested by your vet [...]

The Staffordshire bulls are known for their great strength because of their sizes. Their variety is muscular and stocky but is also known for their agility. Surprisingly, this breed is one of the two breeds recognized by the UK Kennel Club as very suitable for children. Furthermore, their types ranked [...]

Foxhounds were the very first of the canine races in Great Britain to come under the domination of scientific breeding. There had been hounds of more ancient origin, such as the Southern Hound and the Bloodhound; but something different was wanted towards the end of the seventeenth century to hunt [...]

One of the calmest canine breeds known on earth, the English bull dogs are believed to have developed from an ancient breed of Asiatic mastiff. It was first born in Great Britain and was named “bull dog” simply for its robust appearance of a little bull. Although considered as the [...]

Dogs and humans share special traits and that is the need to develop special bonds. This bonding is important to both humans and dogs, but it has served vastly different ends as both species have evolved and changed over time. There are many reasons for teaching proper dog behavior, and [...]

You’ve been running for a while or just starting a running program and now you’d like some company. Who better than your dog? He won’t be embarrassed by your clothes, we won’t talk your ear off, and he is fine with whatever route you choose. Running with your dog is [...]

A kennel cover is of great importance since it not only protects your beloved pet from outside potentially harmful factors, but also offers protection to the kennel itself. You must never choose sub-standard material – even if it is cheaper, it will put the whole contraption as well as your [...]

Since I started cooking homemade dog food for my two dogs years ago, everyone has noticed and commented on how much better they look, and I get asked what are you doing differently. Since feeding homemade dog food I can see significant changes, such as glossier fur coats, more energy, [...]