Like newborns, puppies don’t come with manuals. Pet parents are often left with the option of trial and error until they get the hang of things. Take the issue of crate training for instance; how do you know what works and what doesn’t? Everyone has their own way of going through the all-important process of…
Taking your dog out for a walk is always fun and exhilarating for both of you. But the fun walk can quickly turn into a sour experience if your dog is uncomfortable because of a tight collar or one that’s uncomfortable in some other way. Not all collars work for all dog breeds. Some might…
Your little Doberman puppy just had her ears cropped and then posted. Naturally, you are wondering when the posting should come to an end. One quick look at the internet and you find conflicting theories that you are left confused than before. Not to scare you but if you don’t get the posting timelines right,…
A double-coated dog is a high-maintenance fur baby. His coat sheds heavily all year long. For him, you have no option but to invest in tools that help keep the shedding manageable. A good vacuum cleaner is necessary to ensure your house doesn’t end up being a sea of dog hair. Another beneficial piece of…
There are more than 60 poodle mixes out there. Some are popular and others uncommon. The Vizsla Poodle mix is still somewhat in the shadows. It is a rare breed but one with great companionship potential. The Vizsla is a cute medium-sized with roots in Hungary. His name is Hungarian for “tracker” or “searcher”. This…
Dogs are intelligent creatures. They do things that make us gape with awe. From burying bones and favorite toys to sensing pregnancy to smelling cancer, these animals are something else. Parents with babies may have noticed a few odd behaviors coming from the family dog. We’ve read stories of dogs rescuing a lost baby and…
The Japanese Chin is a sensitive, affectionate, and intelligent toy breed with origins in Asia. Measuring only 4-12 pounds, this is your usual lapdog. He’s silly and dignified in equal measure. Naturally clean and independent, this fur-baby makes a great pet for small space living. Thanks to these amazing qualities and more, chin mixes are…
Dogs use paws to communicate. This ranges from seeking attention to asking you for a favor, and even apologizing. Granted, most of them resort to barking, wagging the tail, and growling as the main means of communication. However, there are those that use their paws a little more than the average canine. The behavior can…
If you have a search and rescue (SAR) dog that works for a living, he needs the right gear that lets him dispense his duties with ease, safety, and convenience. A search and rescue harness offers these benefits and more. For starters, search and rescue dog harness is a special type of harness worn mostly…
If you own a Poodle, a Bichon Frise, or any other thick-haired breed, you might have noticed massive hair growth in his ears. While many owners choose to not pluck the hair in the ears, it is highly recommended to get rid of them. Too much hair attracts dirt, dust, moisture, and heat. Not only…