A sad truth for many near-dog owners is that they are allergic to dogs. True, we're still years away from being able to decisively deal with our allergies so that our dog gets to stay in the house all the time. But these owners need to give a chance to a possible solution, if only the dog hair allergy is the only thing that is getting in the way. The answer is the Portuguese Water Dog.Portuguese water dogs has a special coat fully adjusted to...more
The Dalmatian breed is one of the most commonly seen sights on T.V. There have been several movies made with this pooch as its star, and even some cartoon series. Why? Because of it's unique beauty - it is one of the breeds that has remained untainted by other breeds, remaining truly pure. The Dalmatian has been around for a very long time, but still retained its gorgeous white fur with black spots. Aside from having the look that makes it stand...more
All Bulldog owners know the importance of maintaining its good health, the benefits of doing so, and how it works as an advantage for the relationship between them. A healthy dog is a happy one, keeping it in that state will make it love you more, strengthening its bond with you. This also lessens its chances of contracting diseases, which can be minor or fatal. A healthy pooch will of course lived longer than the other pooches that are usually neglected or deprived of basic needs. Maintaining its peak condition as much as possible will grant it more years to live. Nutrition plays a major part in a Bulldog's health. There are many owners who feel that giving it the leftovers from meals three times a day will be enough, but it never is. Filling its stomach till it isn't hungry anymore just doesn't cut it. Like people, they too have daily nutritional needs which has to be complied. Instead of feeding it table scraps, you can feed it commercial dog food instead. Read the nutritional facts on it and see if it's compatible with your dogs nutritional diet as suggested by your veterinarian. In general, feeding it three times a day is recommended, rather than giving it one mountain meal a...more
Dogs just like us humans can get sunburned as well. Dog Breeds like Shar Peis, white Pit Bulls, and Chinese Crested Hairless dogs are in particular vulnerable. All dogs, even the ones who have thick coats also can get sunburn. The areas that need special attention are the ears, nose, and around the eyes, where the coat is often thinner. To prevent...more
You have a style, a sense of Identity, a signature that you want others to remember. Doesn't your pet deserve the same? Of course he does. Creating that style for your pet is somewhat simple and does not have to be overwhelming. Below is an outline of several elements that will make an impression and create an identity for your pet. 1. Dog Collars...more
Heartworm disease in cats and dogs is spreading fast. No longer the preserve of mosquito infested swamplands we all now need to consider this very real threat to the health of our pets.Until around a century ago heartworm disease was unknown. Then it was recognised in canines both in the wild and domesticated. Some twenty years later cat heartworm disease was first reported. As the organism must reside inside a female mosquito during part of its life-cycle the disease was believed only to affect animals residing in areas with dense mosquito populations. Sadly heartworm is no longer the preserve of mosquito ridden swamp land at all.All 50 states of the United States report incidences of heartworm disease amongst the canine population. Much of that land is dry, arid and pretty mosquito free. But, mosquitoes are opportunistic pests and even though a region may have only a small population there will be hot-spots where mosquitoes thrive in concentrated numbers.The Heartworm Society has carried out surveys into the incidences of heartworm disease across the United States over the last decade. From 2001 to 2007 (when the most recent figures are available) numbers of cases reported have...more
If you have ever house-broken a puppy, you know that accidents are a part of the process. If training isn't successful right away, those little accidents add up over time and the result is a carpet that begins to reek of dog urine. Older dogs are...more
If you are a pet owner, chances are that your cat or dog has had at least one accident. Urine, feces and vomit stains are par for the course if you are the owner of an untrained puppy or kitten. There are many ways to prevent pet stains and odor and...more
What factor led to the First Family's choosing the Portugese Water Dog to be the White House's top dog? The reason given by the President and his family is what everyone has known about the PWD for years, which is that it is a dog with virtually no...more
Hi there, all you dog-lovers!This is not just another online dog training academy website, it is rather a product that will allow you to train your dog yourself in the most important basic obedience lessons and to give you valuable tips that are...more
There are a lot of rules when it comes to naming a horse for example no obscenities, you can't repeat the name of a Triple Crown or Breeders Cup Champion and if a horse is in the hall of fame horse his name is off limits so that forces horse owners...more
Summer's just about here and IT'S getting HOT!!!At the start of summer we put away all our heavy winter stuff, dust off the patio furniture and beach chairs and start shifting our lives to embrace the wonderful outdoors. I like to live outdoors as...more