This is one of the most common body language for dogs. This can mean different things depending on the circumstance. Dogs may bark to greet their owners, warn someone, or indicating a stranger’s entry to your home. Pay attention to the body language of your dog will help you have [...]
The Shar Pei is thought to share common ancestry with the Chow Chow because both possess a blue-black tongue. The Shar Pei is also known for his deep wrinkles. Throughout history, this breed has been known as the Chinese Fighting Dog because the Shar Pei was used as a palace [...]
Just like people, dogs can have a variety of dental problems such as cavities, bad breath and plaque build up which can result in periodontal disease. With this in mind it is very important to maintain your dog’s dental health. Feeding your dog dry dog food and bones does help [...]
The name, Basset Hound, derives from the word “bas”, which means low in French. Many believe this dog is a genetic dwarf and were actually born from other litters of French hounds. It is a direct descendant of the bloodhound. This breed has been a round for a very long [...]
Those who have the learning channels on cable have probably heard the story of the dog that got into the antifreeze. Some dogs dare to drink a lot, and experience failing kidneys soon after, a surefire way to end their life. Then there are dogs that are smarter, and after [...]
It is important to start treatment for this disease as soon as possible. Treatment involves administering electrolytes and fluids to help prevent dehydration. Medications will also be given to combat diarrhea and vomiting. As you learned earlier, secondary infections can become a problem with parvovirus, so antibiotics may also be [...]
When it comes time to groom your Akita there are several things to keep in mind that are breed specific. Most Akita dogs don’t care about how they look like as long as they are happy rolling on the ground or on something stinky they found destroying the beauty in [...]
There is no vaccine to protect your dog from canine brucellosis. The best way to prevent your dog from contracting the disease is to have all dogs tested before breeding. As mentioned earlier, the bacteria that causes canine brucellosis can also be transmitted to humans. Therefore, you should always wear [...]
Early training and socialization are important so they do not develop into excessively shy or cautious animals. These are proud animals, but sensitive too. Early and constant socialization and training is a must with this headstrong breed, as they will tend to want to make their own decisions unless taught [...]