The Rottweiler is a powerful and adorable dog. If you just brought one of these cute puppies home, you should know that Rottweiler training should start while they are young. These dog breeds have a natural tendency to become guard dogs and will be very protective of you, your home and your family. They are also very determined, highly intelligent and strong, and the right dog training can really enhance their natural skills. They will make not...more
If you are in the process of making changes in your home, your spouse and children are probably more than willing to speak up and declare their demands. Everyone has an opinion and you are faced with the challenge of incorporating these opinions into your home design. However, if you have pets, they are obviously not so forthcoming with how they feel. Most pets are content to have a warm place to sleep and regular meals, but there are ways you...more
Is your English Bulldog suffering from a food allergy? How can you tell? How do you help him if he develops one? It is very important to know the answers to these questions to make sure your dog stays healthy. As a good mother or father knows, the health of your pet is vital to his and your happiness. Sometimes, however, it is hard to know when an allergy is affecting your beloved animal. Luckily, you will find some tips here to help you out.SymptomsThere are a lot of ways you can tell if Rufus is allergic to something in his food. You just have to pay attention and notice it. Many of the signs are apparent in his skin and fur. If he seems to be scratching all the time with no sign of fleas, losing patches of hair, or developing dandruff type flakes, then you may be dealing with a food allergy. Another sure sign that Rufus' food is not agreeing with his body is an increase in bowel movements. If he is eating the normal amount of food but goes to the bathroom more often, it means that the food he is eating is not being processed through his body. This means that he isn't getting the nutrients he needs and will invariably become ill.What can I do?If you think that Rufus has become...more
There are many horses colours and pony colours and this horse colour chart explains the basic colors and also a few more unusual horse coat colours. Did you know?!The coat colour of your horse or pony can tell you what colour they are. If you are not sure what color your horse or pony really is, have a look at the colour of the 'points'.The...more
The American Kennel Club describes the Rottweiler as calm and confident, with a naturally aloof manner toward strangers and often with an aggressive attitude toward other dogs. Rottweiler's were bred as cattle herding and guard dogs, so they can become aggressive if not socialized and trained early as possible. This is not to say that an adult dog...more
Tail docking, also known as cropping or bobbing has been a practice that's been around since as early as the 1700s. This procedure typically done to hunting and herding dogs is the act of removing portions of the dog's tail. It is believed to enhance the overall well-being of the dog. In the past, tail docking was thought to protect dogs from rabies, strengthen their backs, and increase their speed. It was also believed that the procedure helped prevent injuries, especially in the case of working dogs.Today, most dog owners have their dogs undergo the procedure for therapeutic, prophylactic or preventive, and cosmetic purposes. In the case of hunting and herding dogs, long tails can collect burrs, significantly inconveniencing them. As for the cosmetic purposes, docking is sometimes done to meet certain breed registry standards.However, just because this procedure has been around for a while doesn't mean that it goes without controversy. In fact, many consider this procedure as cruel and inhumane. So much so that docking has become banned in some countries such as France, Greece, South Africa, and other countries. In the United States, only some states such as New York and Vermont...more
If you live in a part of the United States which has a true winter that lasts several months, you know those months signify it's time to bundle up and safeguard our bodies, fingers, and feet from the chill. If you live somewhere like Colorado,...more
Buying goats can be a big investment. That is why you have to make sure that you protect your goats from the very moment that they set foot on your bard to the time that you sell them, and their products, to a buyer. The most elementary precaution...more
Benefits of Crate TrainingAs mentioned above there are a lot of benefits to crate training puppies. The first is that it gives you the peace of mind that they aren't getting into things they shouldn't â" such as your bills, the trash, or your...more
Your sister's guinea pig lives in a cage, this makes sense. But what about that empty cage in the corner? The door is swung open and a peek inside tells you that there is a well-loved chew toy and a blanket. The conclusion is quickly reached that...more
Dog arthritis can now be treated by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). One example is Rimadyl. Although, NSAIDs, such as Rimadyl, are quite successful in subduing the symptoms of dog arthritis; improper use of such drugs may compromise...more
Leather CollarsThese collars are among the sturdiest and longest lasting collars available. They come in a variety of styles and sizes which range from the narrower rolled leather collar to wide 2 inch collars. A leather collar can be just plain...more