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• A Breed Apart: The Black And Tan Coonhound
  The Black and Tan Coonhound, is an athletically built dog that was originally bred to track racoons, but proved so effective that it was soon being used to hunt deer, mountain lions, and even bear.
  Published 03Dec2011, viewed 117 times

• All About The Bichon Frise
  Developed solely to be a companion, the Bichon Frise is a friendly, happy little dog. These delightful little characters have a long and interesting history, taking in royalty, Spanish seafarers, and the circus.
  Published 04Dec2011, viewed 116 times

• The Bernese Mountain Dog: A Gentle Giant
  The Bernese Mountain Dog, also known as the Berner Sennenhund, is a large, hansome and distinctive dog that traces its origins back to Roman times. The breed and is named after the city of Berne, Switzerland.
  Published 01Dec2011, viewed 161 times

• The Belgian Malinois, A Breed Apart
  The Belgian Malinois is a medium-sized dog that is often mistaken for a German Shepherd. On closer inspection though, you'll notice that the Malinois is slightly smaller, and not quite as muscular.
  Published 29Nov2011, viewed 93 times

• All About The Beagle
  One of the world's most popular breeds, the Beagle is an attractive, medium-sized dog with a solid build, an attractive face, and a cheerful disposition. Originally bred for tracking and hunting, they are now more commonly seen as family pets.
  Published 28Nov2011, viewed 101 times

• The Lowdown On The Basset Hound
  The Basset is an easily distinguishable dog, with its long ears, solid build and droopy mournful face. These dogs, which first arrived in Britain with the invading Normans in 1066, are believed to descend from the St Hubert Hound of the Ardennes.The name derives from the French word 'bas', meaning low.
  Published 27Nov2011, viewed 69 times

• The Basenji: The Dog That Doesn't Bark
  The Basenji is a unique dog, probably best known for the fact that it doesn't bark. But that's not all that these natives of Central Africa are famous for.
  Published 26Nov2011, viewed 140 times

• The Australian Shepherd, A Breed Apart
  A supreme sheep herding dog with an interesting past, the Australian Shepherd in not actually an Australian breed at all. These dogs are originally from the Basque region encompassing parts of Spain and France.
  Published 27Nov2011, viewed 117 times

• The Australian Cattle Dog: Canine Cowboy
  Blessed with speed, agility and plenty of courage the Australian Cattle Dog is a supreme cattle herder. These dogs are incredibly adaptable and are just as good at working cattle in small spaces as they are in open country. They absolutely love to work, and will run non-stop if you ask them to.
  Published 25Nov2011, viewed 109 times

• Dog Breed Profile: The Alaskan Malamute
  The Alaskan Malamute is an impressive animal. These powerful wolf-like dogs have incredible reserves of energy and will run all day, particularly when pulling a sled. But they are also sociable, loyal and affectionate towards people and have a great sense of fun and a genuine enjoyment of life.
  Published 22Nov2011, viewed 97 times

• Dog Breeds A-Z: The Akita Inu
  The Akita Inu a powerful, imposing dog that is highly-regarded in its native Japan. In fact, they are so revered that they are considered national monuments, and owning an Akita is considered good luck.
  Published 22Nov2011, viewed 98 times

• The Airedale Terrier: King Of Terriers
  The Airedale Terrier is the largest of the terrier breeds. Known as he 'King of Terriers', the Airedale has a unique 'square' profile, a wiry black-and-tan coat, and a typical terrier temperament, meaning they are dynamic, alert and ready to take on any challenge.
  Published 21Nov2011, viewed 208 times

• A Breed Apart: The Afghan Hound
  With its unmistakeable profile and glamorous looks, the Afgan Hound is a standout among dog breeds.
  Published 20Nov2011, viewed 127 times

• My Dog Is Throwing Up, What Should I Do?
  Dog vomiting is quite natural canine behavior. All dogs do it, and some do it frequently, and for a number of reasons. So before you grab your car keys to rush the dog off to the vet, stop awhile! In most cases, there is no need for concern. That's not to say that you should ignore it completely though, because sometimes it can be a symptom of a deeper, more serious problem.
  Published 19Nov2011, viewed 292 times

• What To Do About Dog Worms
  Dog worms are one of those problems that all dog owners will have to deal with at some time or another. These pests come in many shapes and sizes. Some are fairly harmless, others dangerous, even potentially lethal. Forewarned is forearmed as they say, and in this article we offer advice on the symptoms you should watch out for, and the actions you need to take to rid your dog of worms.
  Published 18Nov2011, viewed 120 times

• Why Dog Vaccinations Are Essential
  Dog vaccinations have been the subject of much debate lately. Some believe booster shots are given too often and may even be harmful. Others insist that they are necessary to protect dogs from deadly diseases. Whichever side of the fence you stand on, the fact is that few experts dispute the need for vaccinations. Millions of dogs receive these every year, and only a miniscule percentage show any adverse side effects.
  Published 18Nov2011, viewed 142 times

• What's Your Dog Type?
  Dogs are an incredibly diverse species. Not only do they have an amazing array of of physical characteristics, but even their personality traits and behavioral characteristics differ from one breed to another. There really is a dog that's ideal for every person, every lifestyle. So, what's your dog type?
  Published 16Nov2011, viewed 72 times

• Secrets To Training Older Dogs
  Dogs are receptive to training at any age, so if you've just adopted an older dog from a shelter and are worrie about training him, don't panic! With the right method and a bit of extra patience an persistance, any dog is trainable.
  Published 16Nov2011, viewed 108 times

• What To Do About Dog Ticks
  There's no better way of bonding with your dog than spending time together communing with mother nature. Maybe hiking through the woods together, him chasing squirrels, you enjoying the tranquility and the company of your best friend. But tread carefully, there's danger up ahead. No, I'm not talking about bears or snakes or even wolves. I'm refering to ticks!
  Published 15Nov2011, viewed 113 times

• My Dog Has Tapeworm, What Do I Do?
  Tapeworm, or Dipylidium caninum to give it its scientific name, is a parasite that is most commonly found in the small intestine of dogs. These flat, white worms can grow to 20 inches in length, and feed by attaching to the intestinal wall and siphoning off nutrients from whatever the dog eats. Here's what you can do about it.
  Published 14Nov2011, viewed 181 times

• Puppy Training Basics: What To Teach, When To Start
  Puppy training is an important responsibility that many dog owners unfortunately shy away from. This is a pity because, not only is training easy and fun, it also provides lots of other benefits including bonding, exercise, establishing dominance, and of course, a balanced, disciplined dog.
  Published 13Nov2011, viewed 137 times

• Canine Parvovirus: Symptoms And Treatment
  One of the most common dog diseases in the United States, Canine Parvovirus is highly infectious and often deadly, particularly as current vaccines do not protect against all strains. Dog owners should therefore arm themselves with knowledge about the disease, it's symptoms, how it is spread and most importantly, what to do if you think your dog may be infected.
  Published 12Nov2011, viewed 108 times

• Canine Lymphoma: Symptoms and Treatment
  Lymphoma is a very serious disease, a cancer that targets the lymph tissue. As this tissue occurs in just about every major organ, the disease can spread rapidly and, if it is not treated, almost always results in death. It is the most common form of cancer affecting dogs.
  Published 11Nov2011, viewed 252 times

• Puppy House Training Tips And Techniques
  House training your puppy is one of the first training jobs you'll have to do as a dog owner. This is important because living with an animal that has not been trained to control her toilet habits, is both unpleasant and unhealthy. Fortunately, with the proper training techniques, and lots of persistence, house training a puppy is not that difficult to do.
  Published 09Nov2011, viewed 90 times

• Why Dogs Need Their Walks
  All dogs need exercise, and one of the things that they love most is a good walk. Unfortunately, many dog owners either don't have the time, or don't realize the importance of walking their dogs regularly. If this describes you, then listen up because I'm about to tell you something very important.
  Published 09Nov2011, viewed 153 times

• Homemade Dog Food Tips
  Most dog owners would never feed their dogs anything harmful, and most are becoming more informed about the dangers of certain foods. Yet despite several recent cases where commercial dog food has been responsible for the death of dogs, people still continue to feed these products to their pets. Why? Because they don't believe there is any alternative.
  Published 08Nov2011, viewed 121 times

• What's The Best Dog Food For Your Dog?
  Many dog owners pay scant attention to what they feed their dogs. Often, they base their decision solely on price, rather than taking the time to find out what the food actually contains. If they did they'd be shocked to find that these cheap dog food products often contain ingredients that are harmful to their dogs.
  Published 07Nov2011, viewed 97 times

• 7 Toys That Your Dog Will Love
  Dogs just love to play but there will be times when you're not around, or you're just too busy and you need something to keep your dog amused. For these occasions, there are dog toys, and with the dizzying array of choices available these days, you're sure to find something that your dog will love.
  Published 06Nov2011, viewed 168 times

• How Wolves Provide Clues To Dog Behavior
  It is broadly accepted that the wolf is the one and only descendent of the domestic dog, and it therefore standards to reason that dogs have similar instincts and drives to wolves. To really understand dog behavior you have to first understand the behavior of the wolf.
  Published 06Nov2011, viewed 140 times

• Dog Anatomy 101
  Dogs are the most diverse animal species on earth, with an incredible variety of shapes, sizes, coat types, and coat colors all contained within the genus, Canis lupus familiaris.
  Published 04Nov2011, viewed 177 times

• What You Should Know About Canine Distemper
  Canine distemper, just the mention of the name sends dog owners into a panic. And with good reason too, because this disease is incurable, highly contagious, and quite ofter deadly.
  Published 04Nov2011, viewed 194 times

• Home Remedies For Treating Dog Diarrhea
  As omnivores dogs can eat a wide variety of foods. Not only that, but a dog will eat things that most other animals give a wide berth. So it should hardly be a surprise that dogs sometimes get diarrhea. In fact, it's probably a bigger surprise that they don't get it more often.
  Published 02Nov2011, viewed 238 times

• Guide to Buying A Dog Crate For Transportation
  A dog crate can be used for a number of purposes including kenneling and crate training. But one of the best reasons for buying a crate is for transporting your dog, as the crate provides protection and a safe environment in the car.
  Published 02Nov2011, viewed 140 times

• Understanding Your Dog's Body Language
  Body language is important to a dog and conveys just as much, if not more, than the words you say. So it stands to reason that you need to pay attention to your posture and tone of voice when communicating with your dog.
  Published 31Oct2011, viewed 112 times

• The Best Dog Food For Your Dog
  There have been volumes written on canine nutrition, and with premium and super premium dog food brands, plus things like the raw dog food diet, it's easy to see why the average person can become quite confused about the best food for their dog.
  Published 30Oct2011, viewed 107 times

• Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?
  Many dogs enjoy munching on grass, in fact some make a habit of eating it and show few ill effects. Yet this canine behavior is worrying to a lot of dog owners.
  Published 29Oct2011, viewed 157 times

• How To Stop Your Dog Whining
  Dogs communicate in many ways including barking, howling, growling and whining. When a dog whines, it normally draws our attention immediately because we interpret it as some sort of a distress call. It sounds so pitiful, right?
  Published 28Oct2011, viewed 178 times

• Puppy Crate Training | The Right Way
  Crate training is the process of teachining your dog to stay in a dog crate, which is basically a wooden, plastic or wire kennel. Some dog owners consider this inhumane when it is quite the opposite, most dogs actually enjoy being in the crate.
  Published 27Oct2011, viewed 82 times

• Understanding Dog Psychology
  Dogs are loyal, intelligent and affectionate companions, but don't be fooled. Underneath that lovable, tail-wagging, face-licking exterior lurks a wolf.
  Published 26Oct2011, viewed 137 times

• How To Handle An Over-Excitable Dog
  If your dog is an uncontrollable ball of energy, there are three probable reasons - lack of exercise, anxiety and lack of leadership. All of these have one common denominator. They are all within your control.
  Published 25Oct2011, viewed 236 times

• Great Names for Male Dogs
  Dogs are such amazing creatures - loyal to a fault, tireless, fearless, always ready to provide a pick-me-up when you feel a bit under the weather. They give so much and ask for so little in return. Here's a unique opportunity to pay it forward - by choosing a great name for your dog.
  Published 24Oct2011, viewed 223 times

• Best Female Dog Names
  When it comes to choosing female dog names the problem is not where to find names, but how to pick from the thousands of choices. Great female dog names are everywhere.
  Published 24Oct2011, viewed 355 times

• How To Stop Your Dog Pulling On The Leash
  It's very likely that dogs have been pulling ever since the first time someone tried to walk one on a leash. Here's how to take back control of the walk.
  Published 23Oct2011, viewed 100 times

• Kennel Cough | Causes and Cures
  Kennel cough, also called bordetellosis, infectious respiratory disease and infectious canine cough, is an infection that is transmitted easily between dogs. It is very common, occurring throughout the world and affecting all breeds of dogs.
  Published 22Oct2011, viewed 113 times

• Five Tips For Exercising Your Dog
  The modern lifestyle places plenty of demands on your time. If you're a dog owner, one of the things most likely to suffer is the amount of time you spend with your dog. But this should never be the case.
  Published 20Oct2011, viewed 57 times

• Tips For Traveling With Your Dog
  A holiday with your dog can be a really fun time for both of you. But you will have to do a bit of forward planning.
  Published 18Oct2011, viewed 85 times

• 10 Tips For Picking A Great Dog Name
  Choosing dog names can sometimes be a breeze, and at other times can seem like a real chore. No matter what name you choose it just doesn't seem right. With that in mind here are our top 10 tips for picking great dog names.
  Published 17Oct2011, viewed 157 times

• Understanding Dog Language
  Dogs communicate using a unique language, and learning to understanding this language will greatly improve your relationship with your dog. Not only that, but when it will seriously turbo-charge your dog training results too.
  Published 16Oct2011, viewed 101 times

• Ten Amazing Facts About Dogs
  Dogs are simply incredible creatures. Our relationship with our furry friends has endured for over 15 000 years, and shows little sign of flagging. But I wonder how many people truly appreciate just how incredible our best friends really are? Keep reading, and prepare to be amazed!
  Published 15Oct2011, viewed 81 times

• Choosing The Right Dog Breed For Your Lifestyle
  Choosing a dog breed is a big decision and not one that should be taken lightly. Choose in haste and you could be setting yourself up for a heap of trouble further on down the road.
  Published 14Oct2011, viewed 135 times

• Brain Training for Your Dog
  Dogs are incredibly intelligent creatures who love learning. But unfortunately, few dog owners put in the effort to provide mental stimulation for their canine companions. This is a pity, because with very little effort you can get your dog thinking and solving problems.
  Published 13Oct2011, viewed 189 times

• Dealing With Dog Separation Anxiety
  Seperation anxiety is a canine behavior problem that many dog owners have to deal with. Anxiety problems range from the mildly annoying, whining every time you leave the house, for example, to destructiveness, chronic barking and even self-mutilation. I can be cured, but it will take work and persistence.
  Published 12Oct2011, viewed 65 times

• How To Reduce Dog Shedding
  Shedding is an aspect of dog ownership that few enjoy. In fact, it probably discourages many people from getting a dog in the first place. This is a pity because, while some shedding is inevitable, a couple of simple measures is all it takes to reduce shedding significantly.
  Published 10Oct2011, viewed 173 times

• Clicker Training Made Simple
  Dog training is easy because dogs are intelligent animals who are keen to learn and eager to please. All it takes is patience, persistence, and a proven method. And the simplest, most effective method out there is clicker training.
  Published 09Oct2011, viewed 117 times

• How To Stop Your Dog Chewing Up Your Stuff
  Dogs love chewing things, and if you have a dog who makes a habit of it you'll know how frustrating, not to mention expensive, it can be. But punishing the dog won't help. Rather try to see things from his perspective, then take steps to correct the behavior.
  Published 12Oct2011, viewed 138 times

• Dog Barking And How To Stop It
  Ask dog owners about the canine behavior that causes them the most grief and the answer you're most likely to hear is, "barking". Dogs bark, and if you own a dog its something you'll have to accept. That doesn't mean, though, that you have to put up with incessant, problem barking.
  Published 02Oct2011, viewed 122 times

• Training Your Dog Not To Bite
  As a dog owner one of your core responsibilities is to ensure the safety of your dog, as well as of the general public. So, if you have a dog that bites you need to address the behavior right away, even if your dog is only a puppy.
  Published 01Oct2011, viewed 83 times

• Pet Health Insurance
  If you have a dog, and especially if you have two or more dogs then you already know how expensive veterinary treatment can be. So how do you ensure that your pet gets the best possible health care, without bankrupting yourself in the process? The answer is pet health insurance.
  Published 30Sep2011, viewed 131 times

• Games To Play With Your Dog
  Playing games is a great way to hang out with your dog. It's fun, stimulating, and it provides both you are the dog with physical exercise. It's also an excellent way of building a bond with your dog.
  Published 28Sep2011, viewed 99 times

• Dog Training Tips | Dealing With Dog Aggression
  Dog aggression is frightening, but the good news is that aggressive behavior can be trained out of 99% of dogs. Provided you know how to go about it.
  Published 27Sep2011, viewed 108 times

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