Coton de Tulear dogs are an elegant rare breed. They are small but not toy sized. These dogs are largely unknown among the general population. They make lively companions that retain their puppy-like joy all of their lives. In French “cotton” means cotton. That is what their coat’s look like. [...]

The Schipperke can live in an apartment but they are very active. They are better off with a properly enclosed space for exercise. They are a healthy, long lived breed. They make great watch dogs and will eliminate vermin. They can get along with other pets if socialized early. They [...]

The following describes some common canine intestinal problems seen occasionally in all dogs: Gastric Torsion, Dilation, and Bloat: This health problem is usually found in large and heavy breeds and occasionally in big crossbred dogs. There are several possibilities as to the cause regarding this often-fatal condition. Allowing your dog [...]

Don’t>One of the most popular breeds of dogs in both Europe and America has been the Rottweiler. In America, the Rottweiler has been one of the ten most popular breeds of dogs for about twenty years. Part of the reason for their popularity is that they make great guard dogs. [...]

Cancer not only affects humans. In fact, it’s among the leading causes of death in pets, especially dogs. According to Parade magazine, half of all dogs will develop cancer during their lifetime. So how can you protect your dog from cancer? Interestingly, in many of the same ways you can [...]

Some>Do you feel guilty eating a snack in front of your dog? If so, you’re not alone. After all, we wouldn’t do that to one of our kids, and our beloved pet is just as much a part of the family. Nevertheless, there are some foods you need to make [...]

You really need to think twice before feeding your beloved pets commercial dog food, why?, well apart from the fact that commercial dog foods vary in what ingredients they put into their dog foods, they also vary in the quality of the different dog foods and dog food companies! Some [...]

Food allergies are the third most common type of allergy manifest in dogs. Unfortunately, food allergies in dogs are not breed-specific, and thus there are no “safe breeds.” They can develop anywhere between 5 months to 12 years of age, though most often they appear between the ages of 2 [...]

Ear infections not only cause dogs pain and irritation, they can cause permanent damage and hearing loss if left untreated. Ear infections are very common in dogs, and are probably among the most frequent conditions treated by your veterinarian. Because dog ear infections do not go away without treatment and [...]

This illness is very painful for your pet. Thus, measures should be taken to alleviate pain such as medication and giving them a warm and comfortable place to rest in, especially for older dogs. Regular walks and physical exercises can reduce weight, which can decrease the dog’s discomfort. For young [...]