Diabetes in American Bulldog
The different forms of canine diabetes There are two different forms of canine diabetes that can affect your pet. These are diabetes mellitus and diabetes insipidus. Diabetes mellitus is the same as human diabetes, which occurs due to a lack of insulin. On the other hand, diabetes insipidus occurs when your dog lacks vasopressin. As […]
Goldendoodles – Dangers and Pleasures – Things to Consider Before You Buy
Goldendoodles – the most wonderful pets you could hope for. Unless, of course, they jump on you and knock you down. Or they chew on an electrical cord. Or you are allergic and the endless shedding bothers you. I’ve had my goldendoodles for three years, and (like kids) the pleasures outweigh the annoyances, at least […]
Dog problems may be the answer to your dog’s behavior problems
If you own a dog, you know very well the importance of having a pet whose behavior is not a constant cause for concern and irritation. Countless books have been dedicated to helping the pet owner solve the many problems related to dogs, such as pulling on the leash, barking incessantly, chewing puppies, house training, […]
Your new puppy can expose you to personal liability risks
Recently, I was watching one of the popular morning shows that featured a segment promoting the adoption of shelter dogs. They had three of the local shelter dogs on set and they were adorable. My friend’s comment “I love dogs!” expresses what most of us feel about our dogs. Dogs certainly have the gift of […]
Cat breeding practices: “caging” compromises the health of cats
Any cat-breeding practice that places pedigree felines in cages 24/7 dramatically interferes with that kitten’s health. It is not natural or normal for a cat to be in a cage all day. A cat needs to exercise and act like a cat. Imagine spending your entire life caged in such a small space that you […]
Taking more care of your dog
I have a dog named Baby Bear. She is only seven months old and pregnant. It needs special care because it has small dogs inside it. I will share with you some tips on how to take better care of your dogs. Dogs are generally friendly and domesticated as household pets. But if they have […]
Unpredictable Aggression in Dogs – Rabies Syndrome – A Neurological Disorder
Without a doubt, the most dangerous dog that a professional handler can find is the dog with “Rabies Syndrome”. First, let me warn the reader not to jump to the conclusion that your dog has “rage syndrome” if he displays simple and predictable dominance or pain-related aggression. This would in no way imply that the […]
Understanding a dog show
Thousands if not millions of people tune in to watch the great televised dog shows, but what they see is just the tip of the iceberg, the group competitions and the best of the show. These are certainly exciting competitions, as the best dogs of each breed compete for the highest honor at a dog […]
Win on the Dog Track by losing the losers
No matter how much we like the handicap, the faster and easier we can do it, the sooner we can get to the track. Of course, we can’t just rush. What’s the point of doing sloppy work on the handicap and then putting our money on bets we’re not sure of? So if you’re like […]
How Your Cat or Dog Can Help You Manage Anger
A close family friend recently suggested having a dog after she lost her husband. She is already an animal lover, but after her husband passed away, she felt that her home was too lonely. A recent study from the University of Montreal in Canada also found that owning a pet can be very helpful for […]