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Information on Rescue Dogs

Rescue dogs are used to search for people who are lost, have escaped the law, or have been the victim of a disaster, such as an earthquake, tornado, flood, avalanche, plane crash, or collapse of a building. ...Read More

 
How to Avoid Pitfalls When Buying a New Puppy

A new puppy may be a cute and lovable addition to any family, but it is essential to identify the pitfalls of buying one before the actual purchase is made. There are many considerations to make before your ...Read More

 
What Is a Companion Dog?

A companion dog is a dog of any breed whose primary purpose is to provide companionship to its owner rather than to engage in traditional canine tasks such as herding, retrieving or hunting....Read More

 
Information on Feeding Your Puppy

According to Cesar Millan, the renowned dog trainer from the National Geographic Channel's show, "The Dog Whisperer," the type of food you give your puppy can affect his energy, digestion and immune system....Read More

 
 

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Hookworms are troublesome parasites for dogs of any age. But for puppies in particular, these thin little worms--only about a half-inch long--can be deadly. Hookworm infestation in puppies requires intensive ...Read More

The Labradoodle is a "designer dog" resulting from the deliberate crossbreeding of a Labrador Retriever with a Standard or Miniature Poodle. Labradoodles were first bred in Australia to create a dog with the ...Read More

The breed of dog known as the Irish Setter is considered to be a bird dog and is often used in hunting as well as for a family pet. Irish Setters are energetic, affectionate and full of energy. They usually ...Read More

The day a new puppy becomes a member of your family is sure to be a memorable one, filled with photos, new toys and snuggles. It's important to remember, though, that from even the first day, you will need to ...Read More

Bichon Frise puppies are affectionate, playful and inquisitive. The breed is from the Mediterranean area and was once favored by Royalty in Italy, France and England. The dogs were trimmed to look like lions. ...Read More

Dachshunds are short-legged, long-bodied dogs that were originally bred to hunt badgers in the 1600s. Today, the dachshund is a popular dog breed and a friendly, adaptable companion suited for many different ...Read More

SoYouWanna decide where to get a dog? There are three kinds of places to get dogs : breeders, animal shelters, and pet stores. 1. Breeder. You can find breeders by looking in the classified ads in your ...Read More

With puppy mills--disreputable breeders concerned more about the financial return on their puppies than on their long-term health and well-being--so often making the news, potential pet owners searching for ...Read More

Finding a puppy may seem like a simple task, but you can be quickly overwhelmed by the options available to you as a potential dog owner. You can get a puppy from a breeder, the pound, or from your neighbor ...Read More

According to Dr. Race Foster, D.V.M., the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recommends both core and noncore protocols for vaccinating puppies. The core protocol is the set of vaccines that every ...Read More

Most dog owners will face the runs in their pets. Though it is a common problem, diarrhea in puppies can easily escalate from a slight disturbance to a deadly condition. Treating diarrhea quickly is the only ...Read More

One of the most time-consuming and often-frustrating parts of bringing a new puppy into your home is the process of housebreaking. Fortunately, if you have a good plan in place like the crate training method ...Read More

Not only is your new puppy cute, but it is also incredibly smart. There are a multitude of tricks to teach your puppy. With a little patience, repetition, perseverance and a lot of treats, your puppy will be ...Read More

Animals can choke, they can have airway obstructions and they can go into cardiac arrest just like people. The treatment isn't much different. The key is to be prepared for animal emergencies so you can assist ...Read More