Who can resist a smile when they see a Dachshund running across the grass? Ears flopping, tail wagging... Can you imagine yourself in that grassy field with your little Dachshund by your side? He runs to chase a butterfly and when you get ready to call him back to you, anticipating the sight of him

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In dogs and their two legged masters having a strong immune system is vital to good health. Some might argue that for dogs it is even more important because their linguistic skills are not quite up to the task of telling us how they are feeling. By the time...

The newest designer dog on the block is the puggle. Many people love them because they are small, cute and cuddly. They are a mixed bred that is a cross between a Pug and a Beagle. They are adorable and make good pets to many families.

Maltese are charming little dogs who capture not only the hearts of owners but also judges at national dog show competition. At first glance, most people looking to adopt a dog can easily fall in love with these small creatures. However, before taking one home, potential owners should weigh the chal

Toy dogs are irresistibly charming, but it's never been easy for them, or for their owners. If you've got a toy dog, you know the hard work it takes to maintain their cuteness. One of the things you need to be careful of is giving them the proper diet. Advance dog food has a line of produc

We love dogs and we consider them to be our best friends; however, how much do we love them after barking at the slightest sound heard outside or at two o'clock in the morning? There are many reasons why dogs misbehave and there are just as many owners who are discouraged when it comes to train

Your puppy's arrival is exciting for everyone in your home. However, once the excitement of the day dies down, you must put your puppy to bed and prepare for the night. Puppies are a lot like human babies. Puppies cry, need to go to the bathroom and get hungry or thirsty. Many puppies need to go out

Coonhounds, like most other large breed dogs, consume large amounts of food due to the high physical demands placed on their bodies. Not only is the volume of food a consideration when feeding these athletes, but the quality and frequency are also important. In order to keep your coonhound in tiptop

Welsh Corgis are short, stout dogs that are long and low to the ground. They are considered highly intelligent and very loyal. They truly do want to please their owners. Corgis are also very active, so teaching them tricks and training them is a great way to help them to burn excess energy.

There is no other chore quite like potty training puppies. As fun as it is to have a house full of playful pups, it can be a nightmare if they are constantly making messes. This is one of the most important things to train your puppy, and no two puppies take to the training in exactly the same way.

Of course while the breed of a dog will not largely determine how healthy or long it will live. The more important factors that determine this are diet, lifestyle and how well the dog is taken care of; it is still interesting to see what dogs seem to have less health problems than others.

One of the most frequent things dog owners complain about is that their dogs don't stay busy enough. Yes dogs can become destructive when they are bored, and that leads to angry dog owners. You can avoid this problem if you will simply spend time helping your dog use his brain. Here are some ti

Puppies can make very lovable and adorable pets but there are a lot of responsibilities involved. Not only do you have to ensure that you give it sufficient nutrients, you also need to provide a loving home in order for your puppy to grow happily and healthily. You also do not want it to become a nu

Giving your pet house puppy training can give you a hard time but right after you have taught him the basic rules, it would be good to know how you became an expert in training one. In the US, some apartments and condominiums do not allow pets to live within the building but there others who permit

You have just taken a big step in pet ownership because you have either purchased or adopted a Shiba Inu. Congratulations! You have selected an extremely intelligent and unique dog. Now you realize that with all this intelligence and uniqueness, you have acquired a master of escape, a dog who seems

Allergies are among the most common medical complaints in dogs. While most humans react to allergens with sneezing and coughing, dogs are more likely to develop skin problems. One common treatment for allergens in both species is antihistamines. It's important to know which ones to use and what the

Dogs undergo various changes that suggest impending death.dog image by Michal Tudek from Fotolia.comA time comes when man's best friend is unable to enjoy life as before. Aging is a natural process and so is death, but it is never easy to deal with. If your dog appears comfortable and the...

The Chinese Crested Powderpuff is becoming more and more popular in the world of celebrity. This breed comes in two varieties including the very strange looking hairless variety and the Powderpuff. The hairless variety is the type that people tend to remember, mainly due the fact that they have hair

This article is the third of a four-part article training series dealing with considerations to stop your dog from biting. This article is going to discuss why dogs sometimes bite, and analyze the two different types of biting that oftentimes occur.