Why use German dog commands to teach your dog obedience? Even though we can teach our dogs some words in English, verbal language is not their strength! Using a command in a different language like German, will make it easier …
Why do dogs use their nose and mouth to explore dead animals? Since a dog’s sense of smell is so much more acute and sensitive than a human’s, it is arguably the most critical of the five senses in a …
Place your dog in a sound-proof Den You know thunder is noisy, looks scary, smells a lot and your dog will feel it if outside. So an obvious move is to move your dog to a sound-proof room inside your …
Explore by Topic: Tattoos are used as an indicator that an animal has been spayed or neutered, and this video shows a standardized method of application. Included is information on placement and appearance of the tattoo for both males and …
7 steps to treating a dog bite If a dogbites you, take these steps right away: Wash the wound. Use mild soap, and run warm tap water over it for five to 10 minutes. Slow the bleeding with a clean …
Tasty Dirt A less serious cause is simply that your dog is going after something tasty, like bacon or hamburger grease under a grill. Check the area to make sure there isn’t something your dog is trying to get to …
What Can You Do About Dog Aggression Toward Family Members? Finding the trigger that causes your dog’s aggression is the first step for resolving the problem. When your dog acts aggressively toward a family member, try to take inventory of …
Can a mother dog have puppies with her son? Unfortunately, the question of whether you can breed a dog with its parent isn’t straightforward. If you want to be technical, then yes you can. The two dogs can mate and …
Its not unusual for dogs to have cracked or dry pads. If dogs spend a lot of time on rough surfaces such as concrete runs, they will eventually have thickened pads. Dr. Hammer says, “The best thing to do is …
Licences & Costs Involved in Breeding Keeping up to date with both the legal requirements and best practices is important if you want to approach dog breeding responsibly and ethically. Here’s the lowdown on what’s involved in obtaining a breeding …