Pointers for Pet MedicationAre you a pet lover? It is just natural that sometimes you consider your pet as one of your siblings because they already become a part of your everyday life. ....
Dog Training 101Although dogs are often seen as of members of the family, they can also sometimes be seen as obnoxious members of the family or even downright dangerous. ....
Factors in Keeping your Pets Health HealthierEverybody is dreaming to have a healthy and beautiful pet. It is more beautiful to look at and people appreciate those pets that are healthy. ....
Choosing The Right Name For Your PetAfter bringing home your new puppy, the next step would be naming it. ....
Commercial Pet Foods The Best Food for PetsSince the start of the world, people are already fond of keeping animals as pets. People already domesticated animals in their homes or household as companion or as a habit. ....
UN Atomic Chief Sees No Breakthrough At Meeting On Irans Nuclear ProgrammeIran says its activities are solely for peaceful energy purposes but the United States and other countries insist that it is clandestinely seeking to produce nuclear weapons. ....
The Afghan Hound Centuries of PerfectionThe Afghan Hound dates back some 4,000 years. Recently popularized as a show dog due to its silky hair and slender body, the Afghan Hound started out as a hunting and herding dog... ....
The Long, Low Basset HoundThe Basset Hound's most noticeable features include the long ears, drooping forehead and short legs. These dogs are excellent at smelling, partly due to their noses but also because of their ears. It was originally bred as a hunter, but has risen in ....
The Alaskan MalamuteThe Alaskan Malamute, descended from the wolf, is in fact, a very calm, good-natured dog. It is also a strong dog with a heavy coat, excellent for work and companionship. ....
Border Collies From Work to PlayBorder Collies are among the older working breeds, probably descended from several herding breeds. This dog has an incredible way of herding, by standing still in front of the animal, somewhat, hypnotizing it. These dogs are intelligent and are alway ....
The American Foxhound Beauty and Stamina Foxes BewareThe American Foxhound, a close cousin to the English Foxhound, has been bred to enhance certain traits, like sense of smell and speed. Although they make great family pets, the majority of these canines are still used for hunting and field competitio ....
The Brittany Spaniel Equally at Home on Hearth or FieldThe Brittany Spaniel is one of the most popular birding dogs, but has also become a very popular family pet. ....
The Akita National Monument of JapanAkita Inu is the largest of the Spitz-type dogs that originated from Japan. It is known in Japan as a national monument, symbolizing health and well being. Akita is an excellent breed to include as a loyal and loving family member. ....
Bloodhound More Than a Trail DogThe Bloodhound is known for several things - the incredible sense of smell, the baying bark, and its soulful features. ....
The Boxer A Courageous ClownThe Boxer has a very distinctive personality that makes them extremely good family pets. The same natural intelligence that made these multi-purpose dogs popular a century ago makes them excellent family pets today. ....
The Bernese Mountain Dog From Near Extinction to Your HomeThe Bernese Mountain Dog originated in the Swiss Mountains and is named for the Berne canton of Switzerland where the breed was once very common. It is a working dog used for a variety of chores,a strong, intelligent, obedient and loyal member of the ....
The Bulldog Bred for Tenacity in the RingThe Bulldog retains characteristics that made the Bulldog of centuries ago a formidable opponent, but has a grace and charm that's made him a popular choice for owners, showmen, breeders and families everywhere. ....
The Australian Cattle Dog Otherwise Known as the HeelerMany people know the Australian Cattle Dog as the Heeler.The word "heeler" describes this dog's tendency to run behind the animals being herded, in an effort to send them in a desired direction. It is trully an intelligent breed that loves to work. ....
The Sweetheart of the Hounds The BeagleThere's no doubt that a Beagle is coveted because of his hunting ability, but the sweet disposition of these dogs also makes them a favorite when hunting isn't a top priority. ....
Is Declawing Bad For Your CatDeclawing your cat is a major surgery and you must think long and carefully about this before subjecting your cat to it. ....
The Cocker Spaniel The Dog with a PermThe Cocker Spaniel is most often used today as a show dog or companion dog, but this hasn't always been the case. These dogs were bred as hunting dogs. Though Cocker Spaniels aren't recognized as the smartest of the canines, their intensity and deter ....
The Chihuahua More than a Little YapperThe Chihuahua has a bad reputation for being a nervous little dog, but there's no doubt that the Chihuahua can make a great family pet. The key is early training and socialization. ....
Dachshunds Low Slung Sportsters of the Canine WorldDachshunds were bred specifically for hunting badgers. The tenacity of the Dachshunds makes them less than ideal for some owners. These dogs will try to be masters of their universe, limited though it might be. But if you're up for a challenge, consi ....
The German Shepherd A Four Legged ChallengerThe German Shepherd is a very intelligent dog, always up for something new. These dogs tend to learn quickly and really need to be challenged on a regular basis. ....
The Doberman Pinscher A Relatively New BreedA well socialized Doberman Pinscher can be the perfect family pet or an excellent therapy dog for nursing home patients. ....
Coonhound What Kind is YoursCoonhound is typically a very generic term used to describe any of several breeds that are used in hunting raccoons. Black and Tans, Blueticks, Redbones and Walkers are the most common breeds included in the Coonhound category. ....
Dalmatians Great Dogs, Even in Numbers Less than 101It was the movie that made Dalmatians an instant success as companion dogs and family pets. Treated well and properly trained, Dalmatians can be every bit the wonderful companion depicted on the big screen. ....
The Great Dane A Gentle Giant Among CaninesGreat Dane's are giant dogs! But luck has it, their docile and easygoing nature overrides the difficulty you may encounter when training a Great Dane. ....
Chow Chows The Stuff From the EastChow Chow is an ancient breed, with their most notable feature being their blue tongue. Chow Chows are obstinate and it takes consistent raining to accomplish obedience. They are very intelligent, but tend to want to understand why they're being aske ....
Maltese Cuddly, Loving DogsIt could be the silky coat that makes so many people long to cuddle these dogs, and it's true that the Maltese overall is a very loving dog. They do well as companion dogs, content to spend many hours with their people. ....
