?Hearing Ear Dogs A Special Breed
For those whose hearing is impaired, the world can be a quiet place. Imagine. You can hear the telephone ring or the kettle whistle. Life can also be very dangerous. You cannot hear someone warning you about a truck backing out. You cannot pick up the sound of a fire alarm.
There are many technical ways to overcome a lack of hearing. There are devices tha…
?Finding A Suitable Place For Your Large Breed
Many large breeds adjust well to car travel and it is a good idea to invest in a dog guard, which separates the back of the vehicle and does not allow the dog to climb into the driver’s seat. o not ever leave a dog in a car without being sure that there is a window open allowing sufficient ventilation. This advice is for all breeds, especially f…
?Five Common Skin Problems Affecting Your Pooch Part 2
Your favorite canine companion can suffer from a variety of skin problems. Most are easily treated. Some are difficult to cure. In the previous article we looked at 3 specific types of skin problems: atropic allergies, fleas and ticks and bacterial and yeast infections. In this article we will examine ear infections and mites.
Ear Infec…
?Following A Scent The Sport of Dog Tracking
If you have an energetic dog that loves to smell, this may be the sport for you. Tracking is a little known competitive and recreational dog activity. It is simple in design and goal. Your dog must follow a dated human scent trail to find a specific item. You follow at the end of a maximum length or 20-30′ leash. When your dog reaches the article of…
?Taking Your Senior Dog For A Stroll
Your dog has reached its golden years. He or she is no longer the active or agile companion s/he once was. While it is true senior dogs do slow down, do not let them become a slave to sleep. Instead of letting sleeping dogs lie, encourage your animal to exercise and play. In doing so, you are helping your pet.
Benefits
Maintaining some form of a physi…
?Dealing With Canine Senility
As a result of an improved health care system, more dogs are living longer than ever before. The result is a corresponding increase in geriatric-related problems. Many of the health problems you find in older dogs mimic, to a large extent, those of their human counterpart. Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CCDS), for example, is similar to Alzheimer’s disea…
?The First Shots Vaccinating Your Puppy
While there are various arguments on the subject there is little doubt you must immunize your puppy. This will protect your favorite canine against different types of infectious diseases. Puppies need to have this protection. It is all a question of when and how frequently.
The Purpose of A Vaccination
Vaccinations are not always popular. Individua…
?Gone. What To Do When your Dog is Stolen
Every year dogs go missing. They vanish from their homes. They are taken from outside stores or removed from cars. This happens for any number of reasons. Sometimes, a person simply wants to own your dog. More commonly, a purebred is stolen for breeding purposes. Your cherished dog could end up in a puppy mill or, worse, being used as dog bait for dog …
?German Wirehaired Pointer
History and origin: The German Wirehaired Pointer originated in the late 19th century in Germany. This breed is as versatile as the German Shorthaired Pointer, but its all-weather protective coarse, wiry coat permits him to handle rougher hunting conditions and a chillier climate.
Description: The German Wirehaired Pointer is about 22 to 26 inches to the sh…
?Dog Training Classes – Hiring The Wrong Person To Train Your Dog
It was a nice warm summer evening when nearly twelve dogs of different breeds were all came together in a small group at a local city park in San Diego, California. Next to each dog, its owner stood by, eagerly to the dog training instructor who stood in the center of the group.
“Today’s lesson will instruct you how to gi…
?Hypoallergenic Dogs Myth Or Reality
Dogs. They come in all shapes and sizes. They appear in all variations of the different breeds. They are wonderful companions, loyal friends and a beauty to behold. Unfortunately, some people have been forced to forgo the pleasures of dog ownership. They have allergies.
Today, some claim there is a solution to this problem. They say there is a breed or t…
?Keeping Your Large Dog Active
Once your puppy has finished his series of shots, he will be ready for some exercise. However, do not take him out for exhausting walks until he is about six months old. Once he has reached six months, he will be ready for regular exercise.
Regular exercise promotes essential bone and soft tissue development in big puppies as well as older dogs. It reduce…
?All The Right Food, Meeting Your Dog’s Nutritional Needs
While it is true that most dogs will eat just about everything, it is not equally true that eating everything is good for them. Your dog requires a balanced diet of healthy food to be healthy, happy and fit. It is up to you to ensure he or she is eating a properly balanced meal.
What is the Proper Diet For Your Dog
The right diet fo…
?My Dog Has Allergies? Really. Part 1
Your pet consists of muscle, bone, tissue, glands and other physical components comparable to yours. He or she can catch similar diseases. One of the growing recognizable health issues among dogs today is allergies. Your pet can be allergic, like you, to food, mould, dust bunnies and pollen. How your pet reacts, however, is different. The symptoms of canin…
Dogs Dog Perdiguero gold at the World Dog Show in July 2008 in Stockholm. Kind of practical test. Judge: Mr. Philip Jonsson.
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?Heat Brutality – Heatstroke
Every summer it happens. People go off into the malls or stop “briefly” in a grocery store. They have just stepped away from the car for a “minute.” This would be fine, but they leave behind their dog. He or she is left sitting as the temperature in the vehicle rises. The ultimate result may well be heatstroke and a dead dog.
Causal Factors of Heatstro…
?These Emergency Life Saving Techniques May Save Your Dog. Part 2
The worst has happened. Your beloved companion is hurt. You need to act and act quickly. In this article, we look at 2 possible techniques you can use to save your dog’s life. They cannot replace the intervention by a qualified Vet. They are meant to help you and your pet survive until you can reach the vets.
As mentioned i…