Ticks - A Very Serious Threat To Your Dogs Health
By BJones
Ticks are not insects like fleas, but arachnids like mites, spiders, and scorpions. A tick has a one piece body, harpoon like barbs around its mouth to attach to a host for feeding, crablike legs and Read more...
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How To Avoid The Most Common Mistakes In Raising Dogs
By Dencho Denchev
Dogs do not come with an instruction manual around their necks. Dogs need time, patience, and understanding. Therefore new owners need information to train, and help cope with the difficulties of the Read more...
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3 Ways To Teach Your Dog Not To Shy Away From Collar-grabbing
By John Edward
Twenty percent of dog bites occur when a family member reaches to grab the dog by the scruff or collar. One doesn't need to be a rocket scientist to figure this out. Obviously, the dog has learned Read more...
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Mixing Of The Breeds: Is It A Good Idea?
By Steve Allison
They are by no means a new idea. People have been creating their own bettered versions of dogs for many years. There is a sudden increase the newer versions of these so-called designer mutts.
According to those who own them they are allergy free, they don’t shed and they have a lovely disposition. Not everyone thinks the new trend is a good idea.
And there are plenty of widely acknowledged downsides. When it comes to tinkering with nature these breeders are taking some genetic chances that might turn nasty in a few generations.
The American Kennel Club is the recognized authority when it comes to matters of breeding. None of these so called designer mutts are officially recognized. Even though many of the 153 recognized are crossbreeds, these breeds might be recognized in years to come; the most popular of these designer mutts is the Labradoodle.
If you are thinking about buying one of these dogs you will need to know a bit about some of the risks involved.
Whilst it is often true that you will get a with some of the best traits of each breed; you might also land up with the combined weaknesses.
With so many breeders jumping on the profitable bandwagon here are many suspect and less careful breeding practices. Many who are trying to make a profit skip crucial genetic tests and expose the new breed.
The best puppies come from good homes with breeders who provide a loving home and comprehensive health care. If you have your heart set on a designer you will need to avoid pet stores or any kind of puppy which looks like it might have come from some kind of puppy mill.
It might be safer to buy an adult because at least then you know what you are getting (and of course providing a loving home to a homeless can’t hurt either).
These sought after crossbreeds have advantages. Many breeders claim these dogs don’t shed. This could be a god send for allergy
The Ten Most Popular Toy Dog Breeds
By Luke Donnelley
Toy dogs have become enormously popular over the years with a variety of people and for a number of reasons. These adorable little canines are ideal for apartment living in many cases, and many toy Read more...
Anemia In Dogs
By BJones
Anemia is defined as an overall reduction in the number of red blood cells within the bloodstream. The overall consequence of anemia is the inability of the blood to supply desired levels of oxygen Read more...
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