A healthy dog is beautiful. It’s easy to recognize and although many see beauty in the carefully combed show dogs others see it in the movement of a border collie circling a flock of sheep, or a whippet running after a lure or a coonhound baying as he stretches up the tree. They have a ...
One of the main worries when a couple starts a family is pets. Dogs are known as man’s best friend, but how do you know that you can trust an animal around your newborn baby? We’ve all heard the horror stories about dogs attacking adults, children and other animals, which certainly speaks against having a ...
Getting a new dog is a lot of fun and with it comes responsibility. Most pet owners will immediately see the need for a fenced backyard to protect their dog from other dogs or wildlife and keep them safely inside. We don’t all have the luxury of a fenced yard and that’s where prefab dog ...
There are several “facts” about spaying/neutering that are not always as true as often repeated. Tune to many “humane” and “animal rights” and “rescue” sites and you’ll see them as undisputed facts. An altered pet won’t roam, mark things, bite or do a host of other behaviors. There’s a problem with that – dogs don’t ...
Although initially trained and developed to be hunting dogs, Welsh terriers, which of course originate from Wales, soon became show dogs. Many owners of Welsh terriers try to outdo each other by teaching their dogs various tricks and coloring their wiry and short coats. Many people have fallen in love with the Welsh terrier as ...
If you are interested in buying a Shiba Inu, first do some research into the Shiba Inu temperament. Shiba Inus are a challenging breed and not recommended for first time dog owners because they are naturally dominant, stubborn and mischievous. I got a Shiba Inu as my first dog and it was extremely challenging for ...
Dog shows have significantly risen in popularity as a way to showcase specific breeds and to raise appreciation of dogs in general. In addition, many breeders may wish to show their dogs in order to make their name better known in the canine world and so increase the chances of getting good homes and good ...
There are all kinds of pets and there are all kinds of people. If you are a pet person, finding the pet that is right for you can sometimes be easy and sometimes be difficult. Many pet people are dog people. The great thing about dogs is that they can be the perfect pet for ...
With ancestors dating back thousands of years, the Chinese Shar Pei is considered a highly intelligent, family oriented dog. Brought to the United States in the 1960s, the Chinese Shar Pei is considered a prime financial investment in terms of dog breeding and show dogs. With approximately 10,000 registered in the United States, owning a ...
If you are thinking of adding a dog to your family, and you want a purebred dog, then you will need to find a reputable breeder of that breed. You can purchase your dog from a mall pet store but you are taking a chance on the health of the dog, and the pet shop ...
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