|
17th September 2009
Almost every dog-owner in the US or UK knows that when he brings home a dog, he also brings home added responsibility – of a risk bearer. In the even the dog bites someone, you'll have to pay damages, with very rare exceptions. Thankfully, your homeowne... Read >
Author: Mark Hudson26th August 2009
Surgical neutering of the male dog is important in helping the dog owners to control the male dog's aggressive behavior. Yes. By doing the surgical neutering, it becomes possible to control the dog's restlessness, which might have caused so much agony for... Read >
Author: Raul Levine13th August 2009
Spaying and neutering of dogs are highly wanted if you don't want to breed the dogs and however, these activities need to be carried out by qualified veterinarians specialized in pet care and management. Anesthesia is required along with due surgical proc... Read >
Author: Raul Levine02nd August 2009
Wanting to be a breeder has probably come from you love and passion for pooches. So, you have decided on a dog to breed and your waiting for the best time to begin breeding, but your question is when to breed a dog?Read through and know when to breed a do... Read >
Author: Clint Jackson27th July 2009
Dog attacks each year cause serious injury and even death to many victims. An estimated 4.5 million people are bitten each year. Children and older people are the most common target of attacks. Over half of dog attacks involve children under 12, and those... Read >
Author: Lamar Deane28th June 2009
One less-discussed (but just as unnerving) house training concern is the dog that marks territory indoors. This is a concern that is usually linked with male dogs who are displaying dominant behavior or have a strong tendency to mate. Another reason why t... Read >
Author: Richard Cussons17th April 2009
If your pet is a female dog and you have no intention of allowing her to have a litter then you must take action. The only way to be absolutely sure she won't breed is to have her spayed. This medical procedure can take place when the female dog is four... Read >
Author: Rob Borket02nd April 2009
As there are certain health issues that affect only the female dog, care should be taken to ensure that these are fully understood before deciding whether or not to buy a bitch.
The most important dog health care concern is that of spaying.
Only t... Read >
Author: Judd Snell13th March 2009
When someone mentions "working dogs", most people think of the breed group recognized by the American Kennel Club. This group includes Dobermans, Rottweilers, Akitas, Newfoundland, Bullmastiffs and several other breeds. These dogs were developed to perfor... Read >
Author: Joseph M. Sabol10th March 2009
Every year thousands and thousands of cats and dogs are euthanized because they lack a home and family to adopt them. We humans are to blame for this situation. Every year the newspapers are full of articles submitted by the S.P.C.A. relating to the numbe... Read >
Author: Terrie Simpson09th January 2009
Are you sick and tired of having to drop everything to let your dog outside every five minutes? There can be several reasons for a dog urinating frequently.
Canine Urinary Tract Infections
Canine cystitis is the most common cause of frequent urinat... Read >
Author: Darlene Norris06th January 2009
Let me tell you a story about old dog incontinence. Jane Smith's beloved old pet has suddenly started dribbling urine. She's finding puddles of urine all over the house. The fur on her dog's bottom is wet from the constant dribbling, and the odor is ov... Read >
Author: Darlene Norris06th January 2009
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are an estimated 68 million dogs kept as pets in the United States. There are more than 1 million dog attacks reported each year. And there are estimates that an equal number of do... Read >
Author: Christopher M Davis, Attorney At Law08th December 2008
Bladder stones in dogs are composed of either struvite or oxalate. Males usually develop oxalate stones, while females have problems with the struvite variety. These stones can pose a serious threat to males as they can obstruct the urinary opening. If... Read >
Author: D Swain26th November 2008
Canine brucellosis is a disease of your dog's reproductive tract that can cause infertility. Also, the disease can cause infection of the sexual organs in male dogs and abortion in female dogs.
Transmission
Canine brucellosis is caused by a bacteria... Read >
Author: D Swain20th November 2008
Is there really a difference in dogs based on their gender? Dog keepers state that male dogs are typically more destructive and aggressive, especially in smaller spaces. On the other hand, many say female dogs are more trainable and affectionate. These st... Read >
Author: Debbie Foster11th November 2008
Names for female dogs sound different than those for male dogs. Female dogs names tend to be short and have lots of soft sounding consonants and vowels. Since come female dogs of small breeds tend to be very active, this trait can help you in choosing the... Read >
Author: Ling Tong11th November 2008
When you look at the many names for male dogs that exist, how do you choose the correct one? You do have to be careful in your choice because giving the dog a name can also give others the wrong impression of your pet. Naming a very docile and friendly do... Read >
Author: Ling Tong05th November 2008
In any joint in the body, two bones come together and movement is allowed between them, there is an exceptionally smooth area of cartilage covers in surface of each bone which acts as a cushion and protects the underlying bone. If anything disrupts this... Read >
Author: hannah14th October 2008
Dog neutering refers to the surgery a vet performs on a dog to take out its genitals. Male dogs are always ready to mate, unlike the females. This often causes problems for the family and the neighbours, especially the ones that are dog owners. When you d... Read >
Author: Ling Tong13th October 2008
Earlier, the German Shorthaired Pointer’s tail had to be docked but from 1989 onwards the tail docking was banned. However, with tail injuries becoming a common thing, the Swedish German Pointer Club decided to get deeper into the matter.
It was foun... Read >
Author: Betty Roberts03rd September 2008
There are many factors which can increase the chance of your or your child being a victim of a dog bite or dog attack.
Owners of dogs, teenagers, grandparents, babysitters, caregivers of all types and especially parents of young children, must keep in ... Read >
Author: Jim Parrish22nd August 2008
Toy Poodles, along with other Poodle varieties are notable for their keen sense of instinctual behavior such as marking. You may have successfully house-trained your Toy Poodles but at some point in your life, you might see one of your beloved pets liftin... Read >
Author: Richard Cussons22nd August 2008
Dogs are very prone to developing bladder stones. This disease in dogs is very much like the bladder stones that are suffered by humans. In dogs, certain minerals block the flow of urine in the urethra, causing pained exertion of liquid wastes. These soli... Read >
Author: Cristian Stan13th August 2008
They are all preppy, cool, sexy, and vibrant—but is there anything for the male dogs? Surely, if you have this kind of breed with you, looking for what to give him for clothing can be quite a challenge. It seems that you have very limited choices.
H... Read >
Author: Bei Maniago24th July 2008
Innumerous people across the world love to keep dogs as their pets. They will do everything to keep their dogs in the best of health. These people also like to breed their dogs, either to increase their numbers or to make money out of them. However, most ... Read >
Author: John Pawlett18th July 2008
There is a distinct difference in the personalities and features of male dogs of all breeds. They tend to be more masculine and therefore should have a masculine sounding name. There are lists of male dog names for all sizes of dogs. Small male dogs that ... Read >
Author: Ling Tong18th July 2008
Of course everyone that brings home a cute cuddly puppy wants a cute name for the family pet. Everyone will have a different idea for a name, all of which are cute dog names. However, choosing a name for the puppy is not a decision you should take lightly... Read >
Author: Ling Tong18th July 2008
The best place to find an almost unlimited list of dogs' names and the most popular dogs names is the Internet. Some sites have over 2000 names listed and there are others where you can find the meaning of the name. The best thing about searching online f... Read >
Author: Ling Tong18th July 2008
It is important to choose the right one of the many boy dog names for your male dog. You and your dog are going to be companions for many years so the name should reflect your relationship as well as the dog's personality. Some of the factors that you nee... Read >
Author: Ling Tong17th July 2008
So many people who get a new puppy are overwhelmed with the responsibility of it all that they don't have time to stop and think between all of the vet visits, the potty training, and the play time. However, one thing that every new doggie family has to ... Read >
Author: Ling Tong11th July 2008
Dog marking is an instinctive behavior so it's a normal thing they must do. A dog leaves its scent in urine to tell other dogs a message; it could be about whose territory it is or is about the dog's social order or advertising mating availability. Dogs ... Read >
Author: hannah06th July 2008
Dog marking is an instinctive behavior so it's a normal thing they must do. A dog leaves its scent in urine to tell other dogs a message; it could be about whose territory it is or is about the dog's social order or advertising mating availability. Dogs ... Read >
Author: hannah02nd July 2008
Dog marking is an instinctive behavior so it's a normal thing they must do. A dog leaves its scent in urine to tell other dogs a message; it could be about whose territory it is or is about the dog's social order or advertising mating availability. Dogs ... Read >
Author: hannah23rd June 2008
Great Danes have friendly nature hidden in their large and imposing appearance. And many people love Great Danes because of that. But unfortunately, hundreds or probably thousands of Great Danes are being euthanized every year. Not just that! Great Danes ... Read >
Author: Richard Cussons20th June 2008
Dogs are certainly among man's best friends. However, in some circumstances, these animals also have the potential to be people's and other animals' worst enemy.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 4.7 million Americans- al... Read >
Author: David Marshall27th March 2008
Many of us have concerns over whether or not to neuter our dog. We worry that perhaps the dog will suffer some sort of sexual identity crisis or that there will be excessive weight gain. We wonder if our dog will become lazy and depressed. Some are concer... Read >
Author: Nightingale Bullies25th March 2008
Problems related to bladder are common in Labrador Retrievers as well as other breeds. Urinary tract stone disease happens when urinary stone, medically referred to as urolith, forms as microscopic crystals precipitate in the urinary system. This stone ma... Read >
Author: Richard Cussons11th March 2008
Some dog owners claim that males are typically more aggressive and destructive, particularly in small spaces. Female dogs are said to be easier to train and more affectionate.
Depending on the dog breed, these stereotypes may be true or not. Choosing ... Read >
Author: keigilb21st February 2008
Most people feel that female dogs are going to make better pets for them than male dogs. Most requests for new puppies have come from people asking for a "precious little girl." Just about everyone believes that male dogs exhibit alpha behaviors like 'Mar... Read >
Author: Michael Schwartz12th February 2008
Healthy dogs are a pleasure to be around, vibrant and full of life. They tend to be more alert and responsive to whatever is happening in their surroundings. Happy, healthy animals are calmer and better behaved, reducing nuisance barking and other annoy... Read >
Author: Wayne23rd January 2008
One way of helping your Labrador dog live a healthy and happy life is through neutering or spaying. In the United States alone, there are more or less 70,000 puppies and kittens being born daily. If having a single dog as pet also means costly foods, vete... Read >
Author: Richard Cussons17th September 2007
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 be the best owner you can, you need to learn about some... Read >
Author: Grant Eckert01st June 2007
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 their original duties of diving into the waters off the co... Read >
Author: Carolyn Clayton09th February 2007
What You Must Know About Pyometra in your Dog
There are some medical conditions in dogs, such as bloat, which strike fear in the heart of every dog owner. These problems require immediate action on your part in order to save your dog's life.
What i... Read >
Author: Drew Jackson07th January 2007
Breeding Your DogPart 8 in a 10-Part SeriesBy Steph BaireyDogs are one of the most popular companion animals worldwide. Thisseries of articles will discuss the basics of feeding, habitat,health, lifespan, size, grooming, time, breeding, equipment, and cos... Read >
steph
29th December 2006
When you buy, adopt or are given a pup, one of the first tasks is to figure out what you will name it. Most people rush into this task, but should take a bit more time.
Got A Dog Name?
One of the more hilarious names for a pup I have ever run acros... Read >
Author: John Grimes17th May 2006
Copyright 2006 Paul Nelson
* Canine heartworm infection occurs all across the United States. Heartworm infection has been found in pet and wild dogs in all 50 states, each of which have there own areas where the disease is an ongoing problem (these are... Read >
Author: paul nelson15th May 2006
Reasons why you should desex your pet
Neutering, desexing or speying is a routine veterinary operation where a dog is permanently sterilised. In the male dog the testes are removed and in the female dog the ovaries and uterus are removed. Most dogs are f... Read >
Author: paul nelson24th April 2006
Choosing the Right Dog
Dogs seek out people and take obvious pleasure in their company. They often fulfill a childlike role and are dependent in their owners for most of their life. This dependency works both ways and your dog becomes part of your fami... Read >
Author: Brent Jones26th March 2006
Dogs are a man's best friend. That has always been the belief ever since. Why not? Because of their care, loyalty and sweetness to their owners, people will have a hard time not loving them.
Unfortunately for some dog owners and some people, the dog b... Read >
Author: Michael Colucci19th February 2006
Give Plenty of Thought to Selecting a New Dog
How would you go about selecting a new dog for your pet? Would you get a mean looking attack dog? How about a member of the toy breeds? First, think about what you want to accomplish and give careful con... Read >
Author: Alton Hargrave
|
