What is the sheltie temper like? This article is for those who want to know more about what makes the sheltie tick, and what could possibly be the worst to expect from this otherwise sweet and smart dog.In answer to the above, sheltie temperaments vary from dog to dog, and from owner to owner. But in general, shelties make sweet-tempered and very brainy pets, drawn soon to a particular family member that it will be loyal to more than the others....more
Dog lovers are in the know when it comes to the importance of coat color. Breeders can relate to this issue the most; after all, who doesn't want the colors to adhere and be consistent with the breed standards as much as possible?Shelties' coat colors, the topic of this article, genetically come in only two shades: black and brown. As expected many terms are used to denote the different shades of a sheltie.Sable shelties are brown or black, with...more
Dogs are truly capable of being learned in our language terms and commands. And this is a huge boost to a westie training, and practically all dog training out there. By now you must have seen yourself how you would use "sit" or "down" when talking to somebody else, only to see your own dogs sitting or lying near you, waiting for release!The dogs actually know what words are for, and they do pay attention to us when we just "talk to them." But more importantly, they are even more attuned to how we feel. This simply means that the "universal" people-dog language is actually love, understanding and care. Even dogs that do not have much experience with verbal language will want to be open to the least bit of understanding. Is it the words? Apparently not, since it musty be the overall "sense" you are communicating, the universal language you are getting across.>From the point of view of the dog, westie training starts with the dog's groping for your possible intent in saying something. Then they attempt a connection between the word, your intent, and what they were doing. It is much like dog training actually: you get them to repeat an action, then you attach a word to it. But of...more
Your westie won't let anything pass, and will want to know about everything and everywhere. That is why training him to be disciplined and obedient is part and parcel of caring for your dog.The best time to start westie training the dog is from the moment he is brought home at close to 8 weeks. The westie will need to be taught some simple words to...more
Westies will really go exploring if they can help it, since their disposition and terrier temperament include the irresistible urge to check and investigate. For them, new ventures mean more learning. One of the things he will understand very soon is that you are a good provider of what he needs. Soon, he will see that aside from material needs, he...more
Abrasions: Abrasions are often caused by scratching and biting skin surfaces that itch. Herbal treatments include an infusion of blackberry leaves, rosemary leaves, or elder flowers and leaves to which a little witch hazel has been added. Apply topically to abrasions. It is recommended that no greasy preparations be used because they will retain moisture on the skin surfaces and retard healing.Abscesses: Abscesses are the body's attempt to throw off through the skin toxins from impure blood. Blood that is excessively toxic is choked and is unable to carry away the waste matter of cell metabolism through its normal channels. Thus white blood cells surround disease-producing bacteria and toxic waste and carry them out of the body through the skin in the form of pus. If your dog is bothered by many abscesses at one time, or by frequent growths, he should be fasted for several days on distilled water and raw honey (to keep up his energy): two to four teaspoonful a day, depending on the size of the dog.As the dog begins to eliminate more toxins, give him several garlic cloves daily with his food. Garlic will help him to detoxify even more. Hot fomentations (packs) of blackberry leaves...more
This dog breed has been around for a very long time, you can actually hear stories about it dating back to the Roman and Greek times. This is one massive and muscular pooch - they can stand anywhere from 26 to 31 inches and can weigh a whopping 200...more
Different people have different tastes in dog. There are several reasons for owning a dog; one would be for companionship. Some lonely people fill that "empty space" in their lives with a loving pooch acting as a house pet. Some would like to get one...more
A cough for a human isn't something to be worried about because there's always a cure available out there that can make it go away in a matter of days. But sometimes if left to worsen, the condition can become more severe and harder to treat -...more
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is small: it only weighs 10 to 18 pounds and stands 11 to 13 inches. Why such a long and big name for a pooch this tiny? Well it's said that they originated from England and were kept amongst royalty as the ideal pet...more
The UK is famous as a nation of animal-lovers happily forking out huge sums of money on their furry friends. But fears have arisen that, as families tighten their belt in the wake of the credit crunch, this could all be changing. Report from...more
The Shetland Sheepdog is one of the most popular dog breeds right now, and the breed enjoys a global following. And who would not fall for a sheltie? The diminutive stature and charming personality is hard to turn away, and is very much welcome in...more