In some stage in our lives we have either had or desperately wanted to have a dog, whether fully grown or a puppy. Some of us are lucky enough to have had one growing up as a child and then continued to have one as we proceeded into adulthood. Other people, like myself, never had the opportunity to experience the pleasure of owning a dog until we reached married life. In the days before the wonder of the Internet, looking for a dog in the UK...more
Every morning two of my neighbors and I go out for a walk. We call it the "rolling thunder walking club' because when we walk the ground shakes. Not only is it good exercise but good companionship and lively discussions about topical events from the Colorado Rockies to all the political shenanigans going on in Washington.Most of our walks are uneventful, though we have developed quite a following. People see us everyday and wave to us driving by or stop and talk to us. If we get more people in our group we will have to have a parade permit.Well today my two buddies were not there. One plays golf on Thursday and the other had an unexcused absence. Need to talk to her later. On my way back two dogs came charging up the hill at me. Usually dogs will bark away and then veer off. But not today. They came perilously close to attacking me. It's a very good thing that I had my new Mace pepper gun with me. I had it in my hand and my finger on the trigger ready just in case. The owner of the dogs called the dogs back from the comfort of her front door way. She was so unconcerned that she couldn't even get out of her doorway and go after her dogs. Completely content if the dog would've...more
Five years ago, I graduated from college after majoring in marketing for 4 years. Instead of seeking a job among millions of applicants, I decided to open up a small clothes shop by the money saved from my childhood. I planed all the things about opening a shop and it was more difficult than what I had imagined before. A year ago, my shop went from...more
"Don't be an a**hole to your dog if you don't want him to bite you." - Renowned dog behaviorist, Dr. Ian DunbarI have a confession to make. As a pro dog trainer for the last 10 years (and a reward-based one at that!), I have only just recently learned the wise Dr. Dunbar's lesson. I have discovered that there are certainly some aspects of my...more
Many pets today have the ability to be outside for most of the day, and a flea collar for dogs will keep them safe from the many different types of fleas and ticks that roam around your yard freely. The concept for their effectiveness is the fact that they saturate the collar with a solution that will repel and kill the common fleas and ticks that burden your dog in general. With the summer months here, it is more important than ever to have your dog protected and free from these pests.Most of the top medications of today have a rapid response to these pests and take as little as 12 to 48 hours for the solution to be absorbed and the problem taken care of all together. There are some quality brands that have these flea collar dog items for purchase with their special blend of medicine available in the product. Some of these solutions have organic qualities to them and some use different extracts from natural sources to fight off the nasty pests. There are many benefits to each of the properties of the different chemicals that are mentioned so it would be a good idea to do some research online and get some pros and cons of them to find out which is right for your pet.Now some owners...more
In September 1952, a black and white cocker spaniel named Checkers unwittingly saved the political life of then Republican Vice Presidential Candidate Richard Nixon. After being accused of improprieties relating to a secret political fund, Nixon...more
Each year, active seniors prepare for their annual trek to warmer pastures. Instead of shivering through yet another frigid Midwest winter, they pack up for Florida with bathing suits, clubs, and Bermuda shorts. As summer temperatures reach...more
At some stage of our lives we have all wanted a horse. Some are lucky enough to actually achieve this dream. Part of the fun of owning such a magnificent stallion, stunning mare or cute little pony is grooming them in order to make them look...more
Your dogs are like humans too who have different personalities. There's no one size fits all type of discipline for every dog. They should be treated differently and with care. As owners, it is your responsibility to disciple your dogs. Before buying...more
Small dog breeds make excellent pets, especially in small homes. Living in a small apartment doesn't mean you can't keep a dog. There are many small dog breeds for sale. The important thing is to choose a breed that is most suitable to your...more
An untrained dog is an embarrassment to the owner and is not healthy and well adjusted. It is up to the owner to train the dog to display acceptable behavior in all situations. Dog training specifically dog obedience training is crucial to ensure a...more