Belgian Shepherd

An epilepsy gene for idiopathic epilepsy has been discovered among Belgian Shepherds in the canine chromosome 37. Professor Hannes Lohi and his group of researchers conducted a study at the Folkhälsan Res (more…)

Dog at the Beach!

Canova Beach Park, Brevard County, Florida - A pilot program has just been launched opening a 700-foot stretch of beach this February for leashed dogs to enjoy the sun and sand along with their owners. This ha (more…)

Training Dog

Clicker training makes use of a toy noisemaker that provides distinct clicking sounds to help acknowledge or mark the wanted behavior of your dog. Clicker training is one of the more popular and effective techniques being used (more…)

Fashionable Dog!

This summer, primp up your pooch with the latest summer fashions! Check out this list of the latest to hit the racks:

Doggles, $19.25 – this is a must-have for any dog. This extremely chic pair of sunglas (more…)

Dog

Once you have adopted your rescue dog, it will need to feel welcome in its new home. A new environment can be a cause for stress, which is something that you’d not want your new dog to feel. Make the transition as easy and smooth as possible b (more…)

Dog

A new study indicates that the body language of a human can trick a dog and influence its actions. Recently published in the journal PloS ONE on April 25, it deals with the ability of a dog to want to follow to cues projected by humans. The research (more…)

Pug

The pug is one of the oldest breeds of dog and is said to have origins tracing back to 400 B.C. Some researchers believe that pugs originated from Asia and are descendants of the short-haired Pekinese. Others theorize that pugs are the result of a (more…)

Dog

Preparing homemade dog food can be one of the healthiest ways to feed your dog. It certainly is more economical.  It will guarantee that your pet is not getting any unhealthy additives and you can cater the ingredients to your dog’s specifi (more…)

Well-socialized Dogs

Socializing your dog is letting it get to know and be at ease with its environment which includes other people and animals. It can be compared with teaching a person the proper etiquette on how to meet new people and int (more…)

Dog Food

Diamond Pet Foods is a Missouri-based company that recently had to recall a batch of dry dog food over the possibility of salmonella contamination. A particular batch feared to be contaminated with salmonella was produced by their South Carolina (more…)

Labrador Retriever

Thousands of dogs in shelters all over the country need good homes. They deserve another chance since most of them are usually abandoned because their owners have grown tired of them or can no longer care f (more…)

Dog Playing

Summer is right around the corner and it is always fun to cool off with your dog when the heat gets unbearable. Water games are one of the best ways to enjoy summer and cool off with your dog. You can even play water games (more…)

Dog Owner

One more reason to own a pet dog is that, aside from experiencing the bond, joy, and the unconditional love with each other, owners are more likely to live longer. Research has long proven that having a pet can make owners happier an (more…)

Eco-Friendly Backyard

Most of us are making the effort to be environmentally conscious as going green is our personal responsibility to help save our planet. Using natural and eco-friendly products is also healthier for our wellb (more…)

Mom and Puppies

The care and maintenance of a pregnant dog is quite different from one that isn’t. You have to monitor the dog’s fluctuating hormones, nutritional needs, and behavior changes. You also have to keep the mom safe while (more…)

Dog

Canine hygiene is an important factor in your pet dog’s life. Cleanliness contributes to the overall health of your pet and keeps bacteria and other types of organisms away. Shampoo is the best way to keep your dog clean and smelling good.

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Sniffing Around

Have you ever looked at your dog and wondered at their strange behaviors and actions? Here are answers to some questions you might have about your pet dog’s seemingly crazy or silly behavior:

Why do dogs keep tu (more…)

Dog

The bond between most humans and their pet dogs is so strong that they consider them as their children, or as part of their family. Dogs show signs of affection by licking the faces of owners and cuddling with them. Many owners carry their dog (more…)

Dog

Many dogs have this intense fear of sudden and loud noises, especially thunder. The moment they hear a thunderclap, their tail is tucked between their legs, they hunch, their ears droop, and they are scurrying looking for a safe place to hid (more…)

Dog Carrier

Dog carriers are often a necessity when traveling with your dog. Whether you are just going to hang out in the park with your dog or take it with you on a long trip, its carrier should be functional and sturdy to support (more…)