Dogs

Lucky “Chance” Takes Top Dog Title
By Diane Newsom · 19 years ago
As the top dog of top dog shows was announced last Sunday, we can be fairly sure that the owners of Caitland Isle Take a Chance were not “taking a chance” on dog pet insurance. ...
How To Prevent A Dog Bite
By Susie Aga · 20 years ago
Most humans are not aware that some of their body postures when greeting an unfamiliar dog are perceived as a threat in the dog world. For example: typical human behavior when greeting a dog is ...
Yorkie Talk
By Cari Haus · 20 years ago
If you've never met a Yorkshire Terrier, then you've missed out on one of life's more entertaining experiences. These inquisitive little dogs are absolutely adorable. They usually top out at about 7 pounds, with some ...
To Dog or Not to Dog: That is the Question
By Cari Haus · 19 years ago
Should I get a dog, or should I not? This is a question that so many people are asking themselves. Do I really want to get a dog? The pleasures of dog ownership are numerous, ...
Lessons About Life from a Lost Dog
By Cari Haus · 20 years ago
I always thought it would be hard when something happened to Zack, our 9-year-old Golden Retriever. He was well-mannered, loving, gorgeous, and truly a “member” of our family. What I didn’t anticipate was how soon ...
How To Choose The Right Dog Breeder
By Andrew Strachan · 20 years ago
Have you ever purchased a car that was a lemon? Facing problem after problem robs you of the pleasure of enjoying your new car. Unfortunately, there are dogs that are lemons, too. A dog with ...
Housebreaking Your Dog
By Andrew Strachan · 20 years ago
Housebreaking your dog is an important step in ensuring a successful lifelong relationship between you and your dog. Dogs are creatures of habit; and once they develop a habit, breaking it can be a long, ...
Dog Food - Are You Getting It Right?
By Andrew Strachan · 20 years ago
Before the advent of ready made dog food, when humans first domesticated dogs, we fed them scraps from our meals. Those early dogs did just fine on that type of dog food. As our affection ...
Dog Flu - What You Need To Know
By Andrew Strachan · 20 years ago
Over the past few years, there has been a lot of information in the news about dog flu or as it is otherwise known, canine flu. More recently, a new bird flu or avian flu ...
Dog Collars - What You Need To Know
By Andrew Strachan · 20 years ago
What's The Best Type Of Dog Collar? Getting the right dog collar for your dog is one of the most important things you can do for your dog. Your dog will probably spend most of ...
Dog Training Tips: Things I've Learned About Agility Dog Training
By Melissa Buhmeyer · 20 years ago
I've owned many dogs, throughout my life, but have never known exactly how to train them properly. I based my training on punishment and just couldn't figure out why that didn't work that well. But, ...
How To Fight Fleas
By Jack Russell · 20 years ago
The natural way: • Vacuum your home frequently and seal vacuum bags before disposing. • Wash the bedding of your dog weekly in warm soapy water. This is where fleas usually breed. • Bathing your ...
Could a German Shepherd be the right dog for you?
By Clive Chansa · 20 years ago
The German Shepherd Dog (Alsatian or Schafer(hund)) is an intelligent breed of dog. Because they are eager to please, they are easily trained in obedience and protection. The German Shepherd Dog is a large, strong, ...
The Importance of Getting a Dog Bed
By Andrew Strachan · 20 years ago
Investing on a good quality dog bed is one of the more important things a dog owner can do for their dog. A lot of people assume that getting a dog bed is an indulgence ...
Raising A Puppy
By Andrew Strachan · 20 years ago
Raising a puppy can be a very rewarding experience but it can also be a lot of hard work. This is something that a lot of people don't take into consideration when getting a new ...
Choosing The Right Dog Breed
By Andrew Strachan · 20 years ago
Were you aware that there are literally hundreds of distinct dog breeds? When you decide to get a dog, choosing the right dog breed for you and your family is essential. With so many different ...
5 Great Tips for feeding a Happy and Healthy Dog!
By Paul Duxbury · 20 years ago
Do you really know all there is to know about your canine companion’s nutritional needs? Many pet owners think they’re doing what’s best for their dogs when it comes to food, but in reality they ...
Dog Training
By Andrew Strachan · 20 years ago
Dog Training One of the few things that dog owners or prospective dog owners think about is whether or not they will need to train their dog. Although training a dog is not absolutely essential ...
Things to think about before buying a Dog
By Paul Duxbury · 20 years ago
Many factors need to be considered by a family, before bringing home a new pet. These include: GENDER – SIZE – HAIR What about the gender of the dog? Are you interested in a male ...
Adopting A Dog
By Andrew Strachan · 20 years ago
If you have been thinking of getting a new dog, have you considered all the options available to you? The obvious choice people make, when considering a new dog is to go to a specialized ...