I have 2 Miniature Pinschers. My husband and I consider them our 4-legged kids.
Hunting dogs primarily consist of hound dogs (sighthounds and scent hounds) and gun dogs (retrievers, setters, spaniels, pointers, and water dogs). Lots of other dog breeds also fall under the Sporting Group and make great hunting dogs. Each has its own unique way of hunting and capturing prey. If your dog is one of the breeds that's good at hunting and you're thinking of training your dog to hunt with you, following are some basic tips to point you in the right direction. … [Read more...]
Have you ever heard that a crazy owner means a crazy dog? Actually, it isn't true. A dog's environment and experiences affect his behavior more. That is just 1 of 10 life-threatening dog behavior myths that many dog owners believe to be true. … [Read more...]
If you are like most dog parents, then you frequently give your dog hugs and snuggle up to them. You might even allow your dog to sleep in the same bed as you. Did you know there are some pretty serious skin problems that you can get from your dog? Here are 5 dog skin conditions (plus one painful disease) that dogs can pass onto humans... How Dog Skin Conditions Transfer To Humans Dogs typically get these skin conditions while playing outside, in dog parks, or while … [Read more...]
If you've got a new dog, then you probably want to find a professional dog trainer -- sooner, rather than later -- to help you teach your dog how to mind his manners and live a long happy life with you. If you don't, your ability to communicate with your dog will be limited at best and, as a result, your dog's everyday behaviors will likely become chaotic and maybe even destructive over time. A dog isn't born knowing how to live comfortably in a home... with people. Even just a few dog obedience … [Read more...]
If you have ever watched a sleeping dog, you may have noticed that the dog appears to be dreaming. Just like humans, dogs do dream. Types Of Dog Sleep Dogs have REM sleep (rapid eye movement sleep) just like we do. This is known as the "sleep of the body" phase of dog sleep. Scientific studies have shown that dogs and cats exhibit eyes twitching, lips moving, and vocalizations, which is part of REM sleep. Source … [Read more...]
Taking your dog camping can be a lot of fun. However, if you are not prepared, it can become a nightmare. When we go camping on weekends, both of my dogs love to go. My First Time Camping With Dogs The first time we went camping with dogs, we just had Nakita (a Min Pin). She was around 5 months old. We didn't know what to expect. … [Read more...]
Whether your dog is old or young, there are a number things that could inadvertently happen to your dog, leaving you with some very high vet bills. Not to mention the fact that your chances of incurring a slew of high vet bills significantly increase as your dog ages. If you find yourself unable to pay all the vet bills, you're not alone. Here are some ways to get help with vet bills... … [Read more...]
If your dog has seizures, you are not alone. Dog seizures can happen in any breed of dog, although there are a few breeds that have a genetic trait that makes them more likely to get seizures. Idiopathic epilepsy is genetic in many dog breeds and is familial; meaning that it runs in certain families or lines of animals. Breeds most prone to idiopathic epilepsy include the Beagle, Keeshond, Belgian Tervuren, Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Vizsla and Shetland Sheepdog. Multiple genes … [Read more...]
Dogs get joint pain just like humans do. For example, dog arthritis is one of the more common forms of dog joint pain. Dog arthritis is the result of inflammation in the joints. This may be caused by degeneration or swelling of the joint due to a genetic malformation, wear and tear, or infection. Source Here's the difference between dog arthritis, degenerative joint disease, and inflammatory joint disease in dogs. Signs That Your Dog Has Joint Pain The signs and … [Read more...]
Most people have a disaster plan for their family in case of an emergency. Does your plan of action also include your dog? When planning for an emergency, you need to have your dog's safety in mind in addition to your own. There are all sorts of emergency situations to think about: Car accident Tornado Lightening storm Hurricane Poisoning Flood House fire ... to name just a few. Following are some dog safety tips to consider when preparing for an … [Read more...]
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