When you bring home that adorable puppy her dog behavior is so cute. She puts her feet up on you to get your attention, jumps in your lap, jumps up and down on her hind legs begging to be picked up. And what do you do? You reinforce all those dog behaviors. Give her attention, pick her up, make sure shes comfortable on your lap. Then, lo and behold, she grows from 15 pounds to 75 pounds and is still jumping on you. That cute puppy behavior is now...more
In today's society most of us are well aware of the positive influence the presence of fiber has in our diet, but are including our pets as well? In the past, fiber was not considered to be much more than garbage. The nutritional value of such for us and our pets has only been accepted recently. Food containing fiber are hardly digested by the body's digestive tract, they are mostly carbohydrates. Ingested in proper amounts, fiber can several...more
Lab studies conducted on dogs which kept a high amount of protein in their diet showed that they are more prone to having renal complications. Are you absolutely positive you are providing your dog with a healthy diet, instead of leading him to a slow and painful death? The research which showed a correlation between large amounts of protein in the food intake and renal problems on dogs is unfounded. This is due to the fact that the study was performed on rats, who eat pretty much anything, and not dogs. Because of the anatomy of rats, high levels of protein in their diet would show to have some adverse consequences in their kidneys. Rats have an inherent difficulty eliminating protein from their body, but that does not mean it was caused by the protein in their food. However, where does the above conclusion leave pet owners and their dog? Dogs, like rats, are omnivorous; they are willing and able to consume plants, as well as animals. But dogs are natural meat eaters as well, and can tolerate higher levels of protein in their food, up to 30 percent. Dog tests in which a dog's diet was toned down of protein content, did not show any improvement on their renal functions. A dog...more
A Puggle is a small mixed breed of dog created by mating a Pug and a Beagle. Breeders describe these dogs as an energetic hound with a thickset body. These little dogs have a short-haired, smooth coat of fawn, tan, and black coloring; a deeply wrinkled forehead, short legs, a curled tail, and drooping ears. Pugs grow to be 15-30 pounds and 13-15...more
As both Golden Retrievers and Poodles are two of America's most popular breeds, it's not surprising that Goldendoodles have won many hearts. These adorable dogs have many endearing qualities, including intelligence and a desire to please. They are normally happy dogs and love being with people.Goldendoodles date from around the mid 1990s in the...more
You hear the terms all the time these days: Designer Dog, Hybrids, and Labradoodles. What are they and what do they have to do with dogs? Why would you want one? Let's take first things first. A designer dog or a "hybrid" is a dog that is a deliberate cross between two purebred dogs of different breeds. It's different from a mutt that may be a mix of unknown parentage. Designer dogs have parents that are usually carefully chosen. In the case of a Labradoodle the parents are a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. You may ask what's so special about that. Your Aunt Sadie had a crossbred dog when you were a kid. Well, the difference is about $2,000 (give or take). And, hopefully, a breeder who has done some health testing on the parents to try to breed a healthy litter.Labradoodles are one of the most popular hybrid dogs. Both Labrador Retrievers and Poodles are very popular breeds. They are both intelligent breeds who strive to please people. That makes a Labradoodle a dog that usually has these same shared traits. Breeders also breed Labradoodles with the aim of trying to breed a more hypoallergenic dog because of the Poodle's contribution. Poodles shed less than some...more
Schnoodles are a cross between a Schnauzer and a Poodle. As with some other designer dogs, the Schnoodle was developed to be a hypoallergenic dog. Of course, no dogs are completely hypoallergenic since they all have hair follicles and can release...more
The Cockapoo is one of America's old favorites. This cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle has been around for a long time and many people grew up loving these curly little dogs. These little dogs first became popular in the 1950s, when...more
Having a puppy is something many children dream about. They hear their friends at school talking about their dogs and the jealousy sets in. You might desperately want one yourself. The good news is that buying a puppy can be a great addition to...more
Dogs are unique animals because they can immediately become a part of your family. If you have had your dog for a long time there is no question this is true. This animal and human relationship is so strong that it even goes back to the prehistoric...more
I've been compiling a list of names for orange cats and kittens on my Pet Numerology website for some time now. There are a number of inspiring sources for orange kitty names, including fire, orange foods, and sunny things.There are many foods...more
Author: Pushpitha WijesingheDubai is a mesmerizing sight to see, and it is little of what you expect it to be for an Arabian country. As a country that discovered oil in the 1960’s, Dubai has made solid investments in infrastructure and the...more