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The Secrets to Raising Obedient and Loving Black Lab Puppies

With its jet-black color, observant eyes, and sturdy build, no one can argue that a Black Labrador Retriever has an intelligent disposition. More and more families are opting to have this breed because of its stable temperament and its enthusiasm to always please its master.

Medications Given for Seizures in Dogs

There are many treatments for dogs with seizures. There are medications that can help, but they all come with different side effects and concerns. It is important to look at all options to choose the best one for your dog.

Von Willebrand Disease in Dobermans

Von Willebrand Disease is a common health issue in Dobermans. It is a bleeding disease which can put Dobermans at risk from surgery or injury.

Stop the Excessive Barking Problem With Your Dog

When I was younger, I was quite the barker. I was easily excited by new people, animals, noises, and everything else around me. I wanted to try and communicate with my owner, and so barking seemed like a natural way to do it. She was thrilled when I barked to tell her I needed to go outside to go po

Toy Pomeranian Puppies: The Cutest Pups Ever!

You may or may not agree with this statement but I truly believe that toy pomeranian puppies are the cutest ever. They are so fluffy and cuddly. A puppy of any dog breed is gorgeous I know, but they grow up into big dogs and that is the difference with the pomerian (as some people spell it) because

How to Treat a Dog with Chronic Itching

Chronic itching upsets you and your dog. Some of the causes of itching are fleas, stress, dermatitis and allergies to food or something in the environment. Whatever the cause, there are simple ways to help your dog feel better.

Dog Training - How to Be the Alpha Dog Inside Your Home

When training your dog, you need to know a little bit about dog psychology and get into the way his mind works. You see dogs have always been social animals who used to live in packs many centuries ago and they respect the social hierarchy in their environment. Even after dogs became domesticated, t

Hiking With Your Dog

With Spring just a couple of days away, thoughts of Hiking in our local parks certainly comes to mind. One in every three dogs is overweight and running up trails and leaping through streams is great exercise to help keep pounds off. Our dogs are much more susceptible to heat exhaustion and stroke t

Easy Ways to House Train Dogs

House training dogs is something that everyone who is a dog owner has to deal with at some point. In some instances it is much easier than others to make sure that the dog is able to exist in the house without tearing it apart. Fortunately, even the tougher dogs to train end up learning how to do it

Why I Spend the Extra Money on Luxury Dog Beds

Can you justify the extra money you spend on luxury dog beds? I live on a very modest fixed income, yet I make sure my canine pal is as comfortable as I am. This article contains some of the reasons to invest in a really good dog bed. As your dog ages, ailments like rheumatism and hip dysplasia star

How to Determine the Best Puppy Pen

Having your very own puppy pen is important if you might be trying to welcome a new puppy into your family. Even should you may not think about it, introducing a puppy into your home can truly be a bit shocking to your normal routine and this is true, regardless of whether you may have children or n

How to Start Puppy Crate Training

When you first bring your puppy home, you just want to spoil it and play with it all the time. But there are times when your puppy's enthusiasm and energy can sometimes be annoying or downright destructive. That is why puppy crate training can be a great way to getting your pup to grow up happy

Exercising And Feeding A Pregnant Dog

A dog is only pregnant for approximately 63 days so there isn't a lot of long term changes that will be required to properly feed and care for her. The first thirty days of her pregnancy, roughly to the half way mark, is really business as usual. She will typically have some issues with what is

The History of Schnauzers

The schnauzer has received much attention and notoriety since its creation in the 15th century. Known for its sturdy build and spunky personality, the schnauzer has become quite popular among pet owners. Schnauzers typically make good family dogs as they are loyal, have good temperaments and are gen

Human Grade Pet Vitamins - A Breakdown Of Ingredients

A top quality pet vitamin is made from human grade ingredients, but what are the ingredients and what do they do for your pet? This article explains what a good, quality vitamin will do for your pets health.

Breeds of Dogs That Are Under 15 Pounds Full Grown

Having a small dog has its advantages to owning a larger breed of animal as a pet. Small dogs often cost less to feed and take up a lot less space. Small dogs are sometimes also easier to deal with around groups of people and transport in the car. There are multiple well-known dog breeds that fall s

Doggy Doors for Homes

Getting the right doggy door for the dog is very essential as they can go in and out on their own leisure. Dogs are of different sizes so it is very important to get the right size of doggy door or else the dogs might get stuck or entangled in it. It is always better to get a nice fancy looking door

Digestive Concerns of Cats and Dogs

Most common pets are cats and dogs all over the world. The faithfulness of dogs has been observed ever since the mankind started to write about the history.

Economical and Cheap Dog Clothes

You may find it ridiculous and a waste of money to invest on clothes for dogs because after all they do not need to put something on. Find out about economical and cheap dog clothes.

Information on Red Mange on Dogs

Red mange, also known as demodectic pododermatitis, demodectic mange, follicular mange and puppy mange is caused by the skin mite demodex canis. Red mange is an unsightly skin disease a significant portion of the dog population will contract at some point in their lifetimes. Unlike sarcoptic mange,