Here's how the personalities of various dog breeds are drastically different from one another. See how each breed of dog would respond to the question: How many dogs does it take to change a light bulb?... … [Read more...]
Dog Bell Training 101: How I Potty Trained My Dogs By Teaching Them To Use A Dog Doorbell
When you are potty training your dog, you will inevitably find accidents inside the house because you missed your dog's signal that she had to go outside. Even if you have successfully potty trained dogs in the past, you can still expect to find accidents with your new dog. When we got our first dog Nakita, we didn't know what we were in for with housebreaking. Potty training a dog takes time, no matter what, but what made it worse for us is Nakita is a Min Pin. Since her bladder is … [Read more...]
Most Popular Dog Breeds ~ Where Does Your Dog Rank?
What do Poodles, Golden Retrievers and Maltese have in common? Answer: All 3 dog breeds are in the top 25 of the AKC's dog registration statistics. There is one dog breed that has been number 1 all 4 years that are charted. Can you guess which breed it is? See where your dog ranks. (Data is shown from 1999 to the present.) … [Read more...]
Dog DNA Testing: The #1 Best Way To Find Out What Breed Your Dog Is
Do you have a mixed breed dog, and you want to know which breeds make up your dog's genetic background? Maybe you were told that you have a purebred dog, but you're not 100% sure yourself. The best (and most accurate) way to find the breed of your dog is to use a dog DNA testing kit. Here's how it works... … [Read more...]
Effects Of Loud Noises On Dogs Hearing – What The Dog Experts Say
Loud noises are bothersome to our ears. So, imagine what it's like for your dog! A dog's hearing is far better than yours or mine. In fact, your dog may hear something before you do. He may even be hearing something that you are completely unable to hear. When you and I are around loud noises, we have the opportunity to plug our ears with our fingers or put in a pair of earplugs. By doing this, we are protecting our hearing. Unfortunately, dogs don't have … [Read more...]
Reasons To Use Different Dog Kong Treats Each Time You Stuff Your Dog’s Kong Toy
Did you know there are several different types of dog Kong treats that you can put inside your dog's Kong toy? That's a good thing because variety is the spice of life -- especially in your dog's world. When filling your dog's Kong with treats, you want to use extra special items that your dog really likes; ones that he doesn't normally get every day. The reason? Because usually the goal is to keep your dog focused on his Kong toy -- like to alleviate boredom when you're gone or to … [Read more...]
Got A Dog Garbage Can Invader? Tips For Keeping Your Dog Out Of The Trash
If you have ever returned home to find your trash can knocked over and your trash strung all over your kitchen, it may be time to get a dog proof trash can. Having dog garbage strung all over your house is no fun. A good trash can will keep the garbage in its place and keep your dog safe at the same time. No kidding. While rummaging through the trash, your dog could swallow something that his harmful to him. Of course, that depends on what you've thrown into your trash … [Read more...]
Like Teacup Dogs? Read This Before You Get A Teacup Chihuahua!
When I think of teacup dogs the first one that comes to mind is the Teacup Chihuahua. Teacup dogs are very popular these days because they're easy to take with you, fun to dress up, and they don't take up too much space, among other things. Thinking of adding a Teacup Chihuahua to your family? First weigh the pros and cons to owning a Teacup Chihuahua before decide to bring one home. A few of the good things about getting a Teacup Chihuahua are: … [Read more...]
Best Apartment Dogs & Tips For Choosing An Apartment Dog For You
If you're looking to get a apartment dog, first you should make sure that your apartment complex allows dogs. You don't want to fall in love with a dog and then find out that your apartment does not allow dogs! There are several dog breeds that are compatible with apartment living, and many that aren't. So do some research on different dog breeds before you bring one home. The best apartment dog for you will largely depend on your lifestyle and the dog's energy level. … [Read more...]
New Dog Breed Names For Mixed Breed Dogs
Have you ever heard of a Muggin, Goldmation or a Snorkie? Sometimes, you can tell by the name which dog breeds where mixed together to create the new dog breed. For example, Labradoodle is a mix between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. Those are all examples of 2 different dog breeds that have been bred together. The hybrid mix results in a new dog breed name. … [Read more...]
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