Get A Pet Sitter
By Groshan Fabiola
What should I do if I am leaving town and need a place to keep my dog?If you are going away for a while, it is imperative that your dog is taken care of. Dog day care is something you should Read more...
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Pet Accessories – Choosing The Right Dog And Cat Beds, Dog Clothing And Collars
By Nigel
A dog collar is a dog collar isn’t it? Well – even dog collars are getting more advanced these days. One example is the canny collars - a collar designed to stop your dog pulling on the lead. Its’ Read more...
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How To Stop Your Dog From Pulling On The Leash While Walking
By Michael Colucci
Dogs which pull on their leash while walking with you is a common problem seen among many different breeds. This problem can be seen in puppies as well as adult dogs. Dogs which pull on their leash Read more...
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Skyes – The Great Little Dog
By Richard Monk
They say a is man’s best friend, but we all know they are more like a family member. This is particularly true for Skyes.
Skyes – The Great Little Dog
Picking a new pet is a joyous occasion, but also a difficult one. There are so many decisions to be made – or cat (or even fish or bird)? Once you've decided that a is the right choice for your household, even more questions come into play. You need to decide what breed will be right for your temperament, location and family. Some people will choose a based on other characteristics, such as a specific breed or size. It's important to learn as much as you can about your chosen before actually purchasing a puppy.
Few people can look at Skyes without finding them to be extremely cute. This member of the terrier family may not be the for everyone, but if you've got a big heart (and even bigger yard) they can grow up to be excellent family dogs. Skyes are a large dog, but have short legs. It's generally around 20 inches in length, but has only 10 inch legs, making it look rather stumpy. Don't let the height fool you, however, these dogs are tough – they were originally used as farm work dogs. Skyes became popular as pets when Queen Victoria started breeding them during her reign, and she popularized the “prick ear” variety of the breed.
Skyes are born with a thick coat, which is actually two coats. A hard, straight and stiff topcoat covers the shorter, softer undercoat. Their fluffy faces often have the bearded look that most terriers have, and colors vary from cream to dark black. Luckily, their coats
Boxer Dogs: Ten Things You May Not Know About Them
By Avril Harper
Legend says when God was fashioning different breeds of dog out of clay, he came to his final task and decided to create the most beautiful dog ever and call it a ‘Boxer’. But this new breed of dog Read more...
Faux Paws: Six Common Mistakes New Dog Owners Make
By Emma Snow
Copyright 2006 Emma SnowThe family around the block got a new Jack Russell puppy. I’ve been jogging my Border Collie mix past their house for over a year now, and we usually see their spaniel Read more...
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