Heartworm disease in dogs is a serious and potentially fatal disease. Though effective heartworm preventive medications are readily available and easy to use, there are still many dogs which become infected with heartworms yearly. For these dogs, a decision of whether to treat the heartworm infection will need to be made. Classes of Heartworm Disease in DogsBefore making the decision to treat a heartworm infection, the severity of the disease...more
The internet has taken a lot of the frustration out of shopping. You do not have to go from store to store trying to find the best deals possible. A couple of webpages will give you great price comparisons on whatever you are searching for. Fish finders are especially easy to find with so many fishing and sporting good stores going online. The key is reading the user reviews and then making your decision. One fish finder in particular you should...more
You have never thought about what type of dog you need, and the only thing that is running through your mid is the four legged cutie that your neighbor has bought. The yellow Labrador that you saw today at the pet store is still fresh in your memory asking you to give him a home, and you barely have the power to resist the temptation and go get it from the store.You want to get a dog and now that the germ of an idea has taken root in your head, you want your dog now! However, you've heard so many horror stories about dogs and owners not properly matching together, and heartrending stories where the dogs are so cruelly abandoned that you do think twice about impulsively getting the yellow Lab puppy.Since you do not have the intentions of getting a puppy so quickly into your life, a little bit of soul searching is what you can do about the Labrador breed of dogs. This needs to be done in order to ensure that you have a good idea regarding what to look for in a Lab puppy and what can be expected back from the puppy as it grows up into an adult dog.So the first thing that you will want to know is that most dogs have a generally long lifespan and the Labrador breed itself can live up to...more
I can fetch your slippers and newspaper, take you for frequent walks and defend your home from intruders, but one thing I have never quite mastered is cleaning up after myself. Sorry, Boss. Sorry, Mum. But I just don't have the equipment. I will bury any extra biscuits and bones in the garden, though? Will that do?So you have to tidy me and tidy up...more
Most dog owners love their companions, treating them as one of the family. If they suspected their dog was wounded or unwell virtually all would visit their vet for medical assistance. Tragically many dogs receive less than adequate treatment for allergies, owing to perceptions that a dog's itching and scratching are natural behaviors. The stress...more
You're at the park with your French Bulldog "Simon" one day and see someone pointing what looks like a small garage door opener at their golden retriever. Wondering if you stepped onto a movie set, you watch for a minute to see what's going on. The golden retriever sits, a loud click is heard and a treat is given. And you are left wondering what just happened.The principles behind clicker training were first introduced to the world in 1910 by Col. Konrad Most in his book Training Dogs - A Manual. Originally published in German, it wasn't until 1954 that it was translated into English. The first dog trainer to use a clicker was Keller Breland, who introduced the concept to the marine animal world in the 1950s. Moving through history, in 1984 Karen Pryor wrote Don't Shoot the Dog, which attracted the attention of Gary Wilkes, who was the first trainer since Breland to use clicker training extensively. With thanks to the Internet, clicker training has spread rapidly through the dog-training world and become increasingly popular.The concept behind clicker training is to associate the 'click' noise with the behavior you want your dog to have. Summary: One, puppy does something that you...more
If you are looking for beds for your cute puppies at home, don't go too far because there are already a lot of memory foam dog beds sold out online or in some local shops. These are truly great for your dogs to sleep on and will surely last for long....more
They say a dog is a man's best friend and with so many people wanting their dog to be able to indulge in a life a luxury has shaped a whole new industry which allows owners to do do just that. If you have yet to pamper your pup, below are a few ideas...more
People say that dog is a very smart animal. He can learn many things easily and always becomes a best friend for the owner. Dog is one of the most common animals that is chosen as a pet for many people. The cute and smart animal always makes people...more
If you own a dog, ear infections are something you certainly need to be careful of, since they are one of the most dangerous as well as troubling ailments of canines. In fact, it is the most frequent reason for pet owners to visit the vet.However, it...more
There are actually thousands of books and sites about the best way to best train us dogs. (Yes, I am a 10 year old yellow Labrador Retriever.) So how is it really possible that most people still don't understand the one factor that's important to...more
As far back as dogs and clothes have existed simultaneously people have been dressing up their pets; it's just one more form of personal expression. Sure doggy sweaters have practical uses such as keeping your dog warm in the winter, but let's be...more