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Dog Heroes: All Time Heroes

Everyday, people witness countless acts of heroism, big and small Heroes, too, come in different shapes and sizes, forms and breeds, man and animals alike Dolphins, seals, horses, cats and whales are just a few from the animal kingdom that display tremendous protective instincts that save man from all sorts of danger But nothing beats the mans best friend After displays of great courage .....More on Dogs

Do Dogs Have Emotions

Trying to determine if your dog is experiencing anger, love, or any other "human" emotion is difficult To date, no one has been able to provide convincing scientific evidence that we can distinguish one emotion from another by what our brains or hormones do We obviously feel differently when weand#39;re in a loving versus an angry mood; however, what our brain does to influence us to feel those very d.....More on Dogs

Dog Bite: Prevent or Deal with It

Statistics show that 47 million people get bitten by dogs yearly These bites range from minor nips to major attacks Dogand#39;s are manand#39;s best friend, not his worst enemyWith this thought in mind, here are some tips to prevent being bitten by a dog Bite Prevention: 1 Donand#39;t Approach a Strange Dog Donand#39;t go near just any dog you find adorable, particularly when that dog is tied, fenced.....More on Dogs

What a Dog REALLY Needs

Loyal, friendly, protective, affectionate, fun Those qualities have earned dogs a special place in the lives and hearts of humans Most dogs now are owned as pets mainly because they are THE ideal pets A dog will always try to keep you pleased and smiling It will never hold grudges against you, and will never judge you for your looks or mistakes It isnand#39;t called manand#39;s best friend for nothing.....More on Dogs

Dog Supplements May Not Be Necessary After All

If you use a good quality meat-meal based food you usually do not have to supplement your dogand#39;s ration In fact, it is very easy to throw the formulation of some of the specialty foods out of kilter if you play with supplements Unfortunately, adding a little bit of this and a little bit of that is a cultural mentality handed down from the time when pet foods werenand#39;t complete and needed suppleme.....More on Dogs

Dogs In Animal Shelters

Anyone who has worked longer than two seconds at an animal shelter knows that one of the chief reasons owners drop off their unwanted pets is that they are not house-trained Shelter personnel tend to be very world-wise and savvy, and they know that when an owner comes in and says, "We have to move," that usually means "He poops or barks or chews or digs or whatever verb is appropriate Shelter .....More on Dogs

Tips in choosing the best dog breeders

Dog breeders can be found anywhere However, buying the best-looking puppy in the pet store does not necessarily guarantee that you bought a pet with a top breed What are the different types of breeders Which of them provide the best dog breeds 1) Look for reputable breeders Well known breeders know specific details about their specialized breed They examine genetic diseases that are .....More on Dogs

The Naming Game

If fashionistas are obsessed with brand names, some dog lovers are hooked on dog breeds This is because purebred dogs are expensive and belong to the higher level of this particular species Generally, dog breeds were incorporated to give distinctive characteristics to certain classifications, thus, resulting in a substantial number of varieties However, people who breed dogs often find.....More on Dogs

Dogs during Labor

Breeding dogs is an exciting experience From the time a proper mate is found to the point that the puppies are born, it is crucial to take careful steps to make this successful Professional breeders do not breed frequently and will only do so when a pair is found to be healthy that will ensure the birth of healthy offspring The ideal breeder should have the pair of dogs tested for every .....More on Dogs

The Profile of a Wannabe Dog Breed

Some dog lovers spend a great deal of time choosing the right dog breed before they decide to purchase a dog For them, the dogs breed is one contributing factor to its value That is why most families who decide to get a dog, they know that choosing the right breed is crucial Today, there are 70 million dogs in the United States but the American Kennel Club only recognizes 143 breeds of dog.....More on Dogs

Need A Little Help With Your Health Get A Dog!

Dogs are considered manand#39;s best friend But did you know that having a dog gives you several heath benefits In studies done by medical professionals, dog owners benefit from their petand#39;s presence in several ways: 1) Improved cardiovascular health - Dog owners have been proven to have blood pressure and cholesterol lower than ordinary people These factors reduce the chance for cardiovascular .....More on Dogs

Did You Know That Your Dog Would Absolutely Love A Massage

Every culture that allows domestic pets teaches its members ways to relate physically with those pets In some countries, dogs live a dogand#39;s life, and are rarely held or petted Weand#39;ve noticed that some German dogs that we import do not seem to like our "American" way of petting After investigation with our German contacts, we have learned that Germans have a slightly different approach to their do.....More on Dogs