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About English Bulldog Puppies

English bulldog puppies are about as cute as they come. Everyone falls in love with these pups from the moment they lay eyes upon them.

Schipperke Puppy Information

A Schipperke puppy is highly energetic and mildly protective, while very loyal and devoted in temperament. As this type of puppy grows, develops and matures into an adult, he will become a friendly companion and will also be vocally and physically protective of his family and territory.

Pug Dog

The Pug is a stocky but short dog with the males measuring 12 to 15 inches in height and weighing between 14 and 20 pounds, and the female bitch measuring 8 to 12 inches in height with a weight of 13 to 18 pounds. They have a round head which is disproportionately large for their body size with a sq

New Pet Toys and Accessories: The Auto Fetch Machine

As our televisions keep getting bigger, thinner, and clearer and as our cell phones get smarter and smarter, it only makes sense that our pet accessory technology keeps up! It's time to get out of the stone age of pet toys and stop manually playing fetch. The automatic fetch machine is one of t

Ready to Learn the Secrets to Dog Training?

If you're sick of dealing with your dog's problem behavior, it's time to learn the secrets to dog training! What are you missing when it comes to training your dog?

Tips For Potty Training a Puppy

Puppies are wonderful additions to any family. They can also be a huge responsibility, though. One of the many issues that new puppy owners have to learn to deal with is potty training their puppy. Luckily, though, it doesn't have to be hard. There are several tips that can actually make it a l

Why Are Dog Tails Docked?

There is some controversy, especially in Europe, over docking dogs' tails. Some people feel that it is unnecessary or even cruel to dock a dog's tail. They think that tails are docked for purely cosmetic reasons and that the practice should be stopped. However, the tails of dogs of some br

How to Keep Your Dog Safe During the Holidays

Holiday safety for dogs is sometimes forgotten. The holidays are all about food, family, friends and fun. Of course you want to include your dog in the festivities, but you also need to keep your dog safe for the holidays.

Dog Food - Store Bought Or Home Made You Still Have to Feed the Puppy

Recent recalls of pet food have created a stir among pet owners who care for the health of their four footed friends.While some still choose to use commercial grade food, albeit higher quality, others have chosen to feed their pets with fresh and freshly concocted food stuffs.

The Bond Between You and Your Dog

The bond between humans and canine is unmistakable. Since the domestication of the dog, people have been drawn to them - and they to us. Find out more about the bond between people and dogs and how to reinforce this connection.

Reliability of X-Rays of Pregnant Dogs

An X-ray is one of the most reliable methods to determine if a dog is pregnant and the number of puppies she will whelp. The timing of the X-ray is critical to the accuracy and reliability of the image. According to the University of Missouri Extension office, an accurate X-ray performed at the prop

Hip Dysplasia in Dogs

Despite many years of selective breeding, hip dysplasia remains one of the commonest orthopaedic diseases of dogs. Here we look at how to recognise it in your dog, how a veterinarian diagnoses it and the various management options currently available.

Is a Shiba Right For You?

If you want a dog that simply follows the crowd, a purebred may not be a good bet. That's because purebreds are often reluctant to conform--even if it is in their best interests to do so. Simply put, a purebred--particularly a Shiba--is not your typical canine companion.That can be both a treme

Why Some Dog Trainers Are Not Successful With Their Business

Launching a dog training business can be tempting if you are passionate about dogs. However, becoming a successful dog trainer takes much more than passion and dedication. No matter how good of a trainer you are, these skills will not be enough to make you a successful business owner.

Why Should You Get a Puppy Training Book?

Puppy training can be either fun or mind wrecking depending on how knowledgeable and experienced you are as a dog owner in training and disciplining your puppy. Teaching puppies to be obedient, well-behaved, and disciplined requires patience and the right tactics to get them to achieve these ideal b

How to make a Great Dane size dog bed

While you can buy a dog bed for your Great Dane, there are also several approaches you can take to make a large dog bed for your canine pal. If you enjoy crafts or sewing, this can be a nice project, allowing you to create a custom-made dog bed that can be better than one from a store.

Locating Dog-Friendly Places To Stay

Tips and suggestions for locating dog-friendly places to stay when traveling with your dog(s). It summarizes lodging alternatives and details advantages or disadvantages of each one.

From Simple Dogs to Guard Dogs - How Guard Dog Training is Done?

Guard dogs, as the name implies are canines that guard and protect a person, objects or properties. Their being a guard dog can be by instinct or through training; they can be protective to companions but they are not intended to be companions. These dogs are also trained not to obey commands from s

How to Get a Chihuahua to Lose Weight

Chihuahuas are small, cute dogs that are full of personality. What they may lack in stature, they can definitely make up in attitude. Because chihuahuas are not typically the types of dogs who will become agility masters or will go jogging with their owners, quite a few tend to become overweight. In