- 5 Shocking Facts About Commercial Dog Food By : John Deeprose
After publishing an article online about my dog Joe and his battle with Canine Liver Disease, I was inundated with e-mails from dog owners worldwide whose pets were suffering from diseases of the hear..
- Breaking my Dog of Digging By : Jeff Austin
There are a lot of reasons a dog will dig holes, it may be instinct, during the winter the wolf will eat all of the food that he kills, this is because he is unsure of the next time he will eat.
Duri..
- Making sure you choose the right dog for you By : John McGuire
Dogs come in all shapes and sizes and have a whole range of very different personalities and characteristics. There are literally hundreds of breeds of pedigree dogs and an infinite number of mixed br..
- Effective Communication for Dog Owners By : Jerry Carpos
Dog behavior and communication can affect the social relationship between the owner and the dog. Pet owners should learn the meaning of each vocal sound or body gesture of their dogs. In return, pet o..
- Successful Dog Training at Home - Having the Right Mindset By : sdglobal
Deciding to own a dog comes with it many responsibilities. These include feeding, grooming, lots of love and playtime, and keeping up with required shots and vet visits. Dog training is another import..
- Urinary Tract Infections in Dogs - What to Look For and How to Prevent Them By : Grant Eckert
Just like having a child, owning a dog is a great responsibility. Not only is this dog dependent on your food and for water, but they are also dependent on you for the proper health care. In order to ..
- Dog Breeding ?A Challenging but Rewarding Profession By : Moses Wright
The idea of surrounding yourself with cute puppies and dogs all day and earning a living off it might seem enticing. Dog breeding is a serious business and carries serious responsibility. There are ri..
- Top Reasons to Training Dog Tricks By : Roberto Bell
Sit! Roll over! Jump! Teaching your dog tricks might not be the easiest thing in the world, but its highly beneficial to you and your dog. Teaching your dog tricks can help strengthen your relationsh..
- The Top 5 Most Popular Dog Breeds In 2006 By : Jennifer Reeves
The top five most popular dog breeds in 2006, based on dogs registered with the America Kennel Club, were the Labrador Retriever, Yorkshire Terrier, German Shepherd, Golden Retriever and Beagle. The L..
- Different Types Of Training Collars For Your Dogs By : peter john
Training Collars as the name suggests is a most popular training device most commonly used tools with both amateur and professional dog trainers. Choker, choke chain, training collar, correction colla..
- How To Treat Dog Allergies By : Andrew Jones
Dog allergies are one of the most common conditions affecting dogs. Dog allergies can be very frustrating for both yourself and your dog. The constant itching and scratching, paw licking and chewing, ..
- 5 Effective Dog Training Tips By : Mike Laxman
Whether you just got a new puppy, or you adopted an older dog, no doubt you want to train your dog to be well behaved. This can vary from house training your dog, to training your dog how to sit and s..
- Dog Hammock Lets You Pamper Your Best Friend And Pet By : Ann Marier
Dogs are known to be man's best friends and that is because they love their owner unconditionally, are loyal and always there with a happy bark and wagging his or her tail when you get home. Most dog ..
- 10 helpful tips to think about BEFORE you get a dog By : Debbie Ray
There are several points to consider whenever you are choosing a dog for you or your family. You want to match your new pet to you and/or your family and to your overall needs as closely as possible. ..
- Labradors make great pets By : Carolyn Clayton
Labradors are a breed of dog which makes great pets, due to their loving, loyal and affectionate nature. Common types include black/chocolate Labradors, and golden retrievers, so-called because of the..
- Information on the Chihuahua By : Carl Johannsen
The world's smallest breed of dog is the Chihuahua. It is a mystery of how this little but forceful breed of dog originated. Many experts have suggested that the Chihuahua came to America with the Spa..
- The Origins of the Boston Terrier By : Carl Johannsen
The Boston Terrier originated in the late nineteenth century. The Boston Terrier originated when Robert C. Hooper purchased a type of dog known as Hooper's Judge. Hooper's Judge was a cross between an..
- The Practicality of Orthopedic Dog Beds and Kuranda Dog Beds By : groshan fabiola
When you have had enough of cleaning your dog's drool from your favorite sofa, or you simply cannot stand the sight of your elegant leather couch with scratch marks on it, it's time to take some actio..
- Dog Rescue Adoption By : Steve Evans
A few months back, I brought home a Dog Rescue Society adoption dog.
I feel like I was allowed to rush into it without enough cooling off time. I saw a dog rescue adoption advertisement in my local ..
- How To Find A Good Dog Groomer By : Nancy Dean
Selecting a good, professional and friendly groomer is an important part of caring for your dog. Since a groomer will usually be alone with your favorite pet it is important to make sure that they tre..
- The Norfolk Terrier By : Nikki Carroll
The Norfolk terrier, a breed only recently recognized, originated from Norfolk. They are most commonly mistaken for their close contemporary, the Norwich Terriers. Although they separated as late as 1..
- The Jack Russell Terrier By : Nikki Carroll
If youre looking for spunky canine to be the perfect companion then a Jack Russell Terrier is what youre looking for!The origin of this spunky terrier breed is by far one of the most interesting ones!..
- Beware of Puppy Mills By : Nikki Carroll
All pet lovers have been there. You pass a window of a pet store and find yourself asking How much is that doggie in the window. If youre looking to add a cute and furry new pup to your life, it may b..
- Homemade Dog Food - What You Need to Know By : Mike Mathews
Most dog (and cat) owners are seriously concerned about the safety of the commercial pet food that they are using. With the pet food scares and recalls that are all over the news recently, more and mo..
- Special Features Of Dog Kennels By : Simon Oldmann
Dogs are just like people who must be provided with a clean, friendly and secured environment. They too are living beings who have the right to enjoy what life has to offer. As you get a pet dog to ca..
- The Pros and Cons of Vaccines for Dogs By : M. Bruno
Vaccines introduce viruses into the immune system of our dogs each time they are injected. The purpose of injecting a virus into your dogs system is to expose the system to the virus but avoid the ill..
- Caring For Your Dog - Canine Medication And First Aid By : Rebecca Prescott
Many people see their pet dog as an important member of the family, and as with any family member, they want to do everything possible to keep them healthy and happy. There is a huge variety of preve..
- Dog Training Tips - Negative Reinforcement Vs. Positive Reinforcement - Which Is More Effective? By : Gray Rollins
There are two camps when it comes to training dogs. There are those that believe that negative reinforcement is the proper way to train a dog while others believe that positive reinforcement is the wa..
- How To Stop Bad Dog Behavior By : Gerry Restrivera
Dogs belong to the Canidae family which includes wolves, foxes and cayotes. Since dogs came from ancestors with wild behaviors, it is not surprising for dogs to demonstrate a wild or aggressive behavi..
- Pit Bulls - The Kind And Gentle Outlaw By : Richard Livitski
Over the past few years, the Pit Bull has taken a lot of heat from the media about being a dog breed that's more bite than bark. The misconception that this breeds a man eater is reinforced by it's am..
- Liver Disease in Dogs By : M. Bruno
Liver disease in dogs is one of the major causes of death for dogs in the United States. The liver removes waste from the dogs body, detoxifies the blood, and produces bile . Left unchecked, liver d..
- Get Rid Of Dogs - The Surefire Way To Tame A Wild Dog By : Joseph Cates
Are you afraid of dogs? Do you shudder at the very sight of barking, stray dogs? There is nothing to panic about it, because there are very easy solutions to get rid of dog fear. In this article, I wi..
- Should You Go For Rabies Shots After A Dog Bite? By : Joseph Cates
Even after taking a bunch of precautions, dog bites happen. Do you know that an estimated 5 million people--nearly 2% of the population--are bitten by dogs each year in the U.S. alone? And about 800,0..
- Feeding Your Pets - Feeding Them Table Food May Cause Serious Illness in Your Dog By : Connie Ragen Green
While I was growing up we used to feed our dogs table food, or table scraps, as it was referred to back then. We never had any problems with our dogs getting sick from eating our leftovers, but now it..
- How to Control Dog Whining By : M. Bruno
Dogs whine for a number of reasons. By understanding the root cause of dog whining you can take some simple steps to control unwanted whining by your dog.Why Do Dogs Whine?When your dog whines, she i..
- Dog Training Basics By : Rodrigo Trigosso
From a wide perspective, dog behavior training is a simple process: you have to reward desired behaviors, and to reprimand or ignore non-desired ones.But, how to properly reward or reprehend the behav..
- How to Control Dog Food Aggression By : M. Bruno
If your dog growls or snarls whenever you or another dog approach him in the presence of food , your dog may be exhibiting signs of dog food aggression.This is a potentially serious form of dog aggres..
- Dog Training Commands - How to Successfully Train Your Dog to Do Certain Commands By : Gerry Restrivera
Although dogs are regarded as mans best friend, the truth still exists that dog needs training to adapt to humans. Dog training commands is necessary for every dog owners to train their dogs to follow..
- Dog Food Secrets Review By : M. Bruno
Growing up in a family comprised of a science professor, multiple registered nurses, and a surgeon, nutrition and health were always common topics at the dinner table.As a lifelong dog owner intereste..
- Feeding Your Puppy By : Eric Hartwell
When your puppy is very young, 8-12 weeks old, you will need to feed it four times a day. You can taper your puppys feeding schedule gradually as it gets older. Puppies three to six months old require..
- Designer Dogs By : Eric Hartwell
Paris Hiltons Chihuahua Tinkerbell may be solely responsible for bringing the term toy dog to the attention of the world and the fascination with using ones dog as an accessory to its owners outfit. D..
- Keep Your Dog In Good Health By : Eric Hartwell
Taking your dog to the vet can be a harrowing experience for you and your dog. However, it is necessary to ensure your dog of a healthy, happy and long life. Your dog should see the vet once a year fo..
- Dog Behavior Training By : Eric Hartwell
Having a well-behaved dog is a source of pride for both dog and owner. In order to have a good dog, the owner has to put in the time and energy required to properly train his or her companion. This is..
- Take Care Of Your Dog By : Eric Hartwell
Dogs are mans (or womans) best friend so treat them as such! Be a good friend to your dog, give it lots of tender loving care and you will have a companion for life!Your dog has instinctive compulsion..
- Considerations When Training Your Dog By : Eric Hartwell
The mantra of seasoned pet trainers is to begin to train your dog at an early age. They say that good dogs are made, not born, and that if you wish to stack the cards in your favor, then pick a quiet..
- Food Allergies in Dogs By : Matthew Homfray
Allergies in dogs seem to have become more and more common over the years. Whether this is just because we are getting better at diagnosing them is debatable, but certainly the pet food manufacturers ..
- Yorkshire Terriers - Training Your Yorkie May Be More Difficult Than You Thought By : Connie Ragen Green
I have three dogs as pets. One of them is Sarah, my Yorkshire terrier. This is the second Yorkie Ive owned and now I am starting to see some of the common problems with trying to train these tiny crea..
- The Story Behind Greek Pitbulls By : Bill Gunning
There is so much controversy surrounding the pitbulls in North America at this present time it seems like you cant turn on the radio without hearing about another pitbull attacking someones child. Si..
- Have a Unique Custom Leather Dog Collar By : Steve Madigan
If you have a dog you know that a dog collar is a must to have. The dog collar will make sure the dog is safe if separated from its loving owner. The custom leather dog collar today reflects the per..
- Teaching Your Dog To Track By : Michael Russell
Teaching your dog to track takes more time and physical space than any of the basic obedience exercises. Also, some breeds of dogs are better at tracking and have better "noses" than others. Among t..
- Stopping Agressive Dog Behavior By : Bill Nadraszky
Do you have an aggressive dog? Do you have problems when your dog sees other dogs that they he is always barking and trying to get at the other dog? Well the problem may not just be your dogs problem ..
- Dog Repellant - Keeps Unwanted Dogs at Bay By : Keith Burke
Today you can buy a form of pepper spray dog repellant which has been approved by the EPA (Environment Protection Agency) and it is both safe, effective as well as a great way of protecting yourself f..
- Selecting Your Puppy By : Michael Russell
Dog training actually begins before you have the dog. When selecting a puppy, there are several considerations to keep in mind. First, you must decide why you want a dog. That is different than dec..
- Dog Food Recall Widens - 8000 Complaints Filed By : M. Bruno
As the nationwide recall of contaminated dog food widens, the Nestle Purina Pet Care Company has now recalled some of its dog food upon discovery that it is tainted with ingredients that have contrib..
- How to Stop Your Dog From Biting By : M. Bruno
It is an unfortunate fact that many problems with regard to dog biting are not handled properly or are just ignored. As dogs mature in age, dog biting can become more serious and many dogs who aggress..
- Help Your Dog Quickly Learn Obedience Training By : Niall Roche
One of the most commonly held beliefs about dogs is that they are quite literally born to obey their respective masters - be they male or female. That's why we all collectively consider dogs to be man..
- FDA Finds Plastic in Your Dog Food By : M. Bruno
Recent reports of wheat gluten tainted with aminopterin in commercial dog food manufactured by Menu Foods has spurred a nationwide recall of at least 95 private label and major dog food brands.Aminop..
- What To Know About Breeding Labradors By : Michelle Bery
Breeding dogs a pastime for some, a livelihood for others requires patience, dedication, and adequate financial resources. The reasons for breeding are various from the earning of money to the desi..
- Boxer Dog Training - Crate Training With Boxer Dogs By : John Samuels
One of the most effective ways of house breaking any boxer puppy or boxer dog is crate training. Crate training is a very efficient and very effective training method, since it works with the natural ..
- Is Raw Meat Safe For Your Dog? By : M. Bruno
An ongoing debate has been waging among dog owners, dog breeders, dog trainers and veterinarians for some time with regard to the safety of feeding raw meat and raw food to dogs.Advocates of the Bones..
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