Whenever someone thinks of a beagle, the character ‘Snoopy’ invariably comes to mind. Like the famous character, beagles are charming companions and make wonderful pets for the average family. They are full of energy and serve as loyal pets. Although the beagle started out as a hunting dog, they are [...]
The Weimaraner (pronounced “Vie-mare-ron-er”) is a sleek looking, large dog. He stands between 24 to 27 inches at the shoulder, and weighs as much as 70 pounds. Weimaraners are strong, athletic Sporting dogs, covered in a smooth, short gray coat. In fact, even their eyes are gray. Gray is the [...]
The Great Dane makes a good pet for those looking for a very large dog. She makes a good watch dog and only a fool would challenge her. She loves her human family and only needs moderate exercise. She is good with children but dangerous because of her size, especially [...]
If you are looking for a tiny dog with the spirit of a much bigger terrier, the Yorkshire Terrier most certainly fits this description. Despite the Yorkshire Terrier’s tiny size of just a few pounds, this dog is lively and thinks of himself as much larger than he is. The [...]
If healthy, the neutering of your female or male dog is a relatively safe operation, and is usually recommended by your veterinarian unless you intend to breed your dog. Sometimes the operation disturbs the dog owner psychologically or emotionally far more than the dog, who quickly recovers and become an [...]
Whoever said that Sexually Transferred Diseases can only occur in humans? A dog disease known as Brucellosis can be contracted when a dog bangs another dog. It usually infects your pet’s private part and its lymphatic system, which basically leads to the inflammation of lymph nodes and its testicles. If [...]
Treats can prove invaluable in rewarding positive behavior and in reinforcing behavior learned during training. They’re also a fun, inexpensive way to show your dog you love him. When choosing a treat, be sure to consider these four factors: * Your intended use->* Your “treat frequency”->* Your dog’s age and [...]
Looking after your beloved dog at all times is your responsibility, and in cases when your canine’s behavior becomes uncontrollable, the use of dog containment system can be very useful. Leaving your dog unattended might cause troubles inside or outside your house. You can crate train your dog or put [...]
Dog and Puppy Biting, Mouthing, Teething Biting and mouthing is common in young puppies and dogs especially in play and while teething. It’s up to you to teach your puppy or dog what is acceptable and what is not. Inhibit Biting First of all, dogs must learn to inhibit their [...]
Fleas, ticks and mites are the most frequently encountered external parasites by dogs. These parasites can be extremely irritating to your dog and can cause serious skin problems or even carry disease. Fleas are the single most common cause of skin and coat problems in dogs. They do not transmit [...]