The canine liver is a vitally important organ, one which is involved in practically all biochemical processes and physiological pathways. As a result, when one of the many possible forms of dog liver disease arises, the consequences can be numerous and severe. Anatomy of the Liver Located in the forward [...]
If you want to have a small but sturdy pet dog, then the Border terrier might be for you. This pet is no delicate lapdog. The Border terrier pet dog is full of fun for the whole family. Before getting a Border terrier pet dog, however, you might want to [...]
Brian Kilcommons relates a terrible story about a beautiful golden retriever dog who was usually very gentle and kind with children. It’s owners had a girl aged 3 1/2, and they normally got along very well. Then one day the little girl grabbed the dog’s ear. It snarled and bit [...]
Getting to know your dog starts by getting to know its breed, and that includes getting a better idea about its appearance, personality, and health requirements. Here’s what you need to know about the Cocker Spaniel: The Cocker Spaniel is a breed of dog that falls within two separate categories. [...]
Dog behavior issues are often the result of blurred communication. The dog owner may not even know that the messages he/she is sending out are baffling to the dog. The owner of a well trained dog was not aware of his mixed messages during a long session of grooming. The [...]
To give your dog, or any pet for that matter, a good foundation for a healthy life it is essential to start with proper nutrtion. There are many really horrible, low quality, chemical laden dog foods on the market still today, even though we have become more aware and educated [...]
If your dog has been poisoned, you need to seek treatment quickly. There are a few symptoms of dog poisoning that you should be aware of. These signs mainly depend on the amount of toxin that your dog ingested and his weight. Before we discuss these dog poisoning symptoms, let’s [...]
The Italian Greyhound is a charming little dog of grace and beauty. They are usually jolly little guys. This is a breed that was kept in England as far back as the 17th century. They enjoyed the royal favor of many while in Prussia. The famous Frederick the Great simply [...]
Kennel cough (canine infectious tracheobronchitis) is a disease that affects the trachea lining, thereby causing minor irritation. A dog with this disease coughs frequently, usually every few minutes and all throughout the day. Although kennel cough is one of the most common infectious diseases among dogs, most cases of kennel [...]
The Collie dog makes an excellent sporting dog, and can be tof the Pointer and the Setter, as well as that of the Water Spaniel and the Retriever. He can be trained to perform the duties of other breeds. He is clever at hunting, having an excellent nose, is a [...]