Dog training choke collars also known as choke chains, slip collar, correction collars or training collars are one of the most common collars use for dog obedience training and leash manners. Listed below are some of the common rules to take note while using the dog choke collar. 1. Fit [...]
Are you killing your dog with dog foods? That is a question that dog owners everywhere should carefully consider. Several different types of dog foods that are sold on a commercial basis have been found to have a devastating effect on the health of these pets. Research has been conducted [...]
The Shih Tzu is a small and lively dog that makes and excellent watch dog. They are beautiful little dogs that generally get along well with other dogs and other pets. They love older children but should be socialized with them. As a reminder, never leave a child unsupervised with [...]
It is our job as dog owners to make sure that our pets are happy and healthy. However, it is not always an easy job given that our dogs are curious and intelligent creatures with a tendency to get themselves into all kinds of trouble. And when they do get [...]
If you have just brought a new male dog into your home, there is a good chance that you have a lot on your plate, but before too much time passes, you will want to think about naming him. There are plenty of naming suggestions out there for dogs, and [...]
Obesity is on the rise for canines. The reasons for this influx are similar to those that humans experience, too much food and too little exercise. The results of obesity are similar for your canine friends too. Studies reveal that 25% of overweight dogs experience severe joint problems. This effects [...]
After reading through an article that contained the list of the 10 most popular dogs of 2007 from the American Kennel Club, I came upon a little dog I had never heard of before. Of course, it didn’t make the Top Ten, in fact it was way down the list, [...]
A Saint Bernard dog became a popular breed when the movie Beethoven became a big hit. The movie and the dog shared the name of the classical musician and both enchanted movie goers across the world. The AKC designation is Mastiff, AKC Working. History:The St. Bernard is thought to be [...]
5 Signs Of Canine Separation Anxiety And What To Do If your dog has separation anxiety you’ll know by their destructive, obsessive and or anxious behavior. Typically the unwanted behavior(s) begin 10-45 minutes after their human has left the home and include: 1. Excessive barking or howling 2. Crying continually [...]
So you’re looking at different dog breeds for pets and you’re considering a Boxer dog is a definite possibility? You’re not alone. The Boxer has ranked in the top 10 of favorite purebreds by the American Kennel Club for many years now, with thousands of happy owners all across the [...]