Puppies are cute and fun but they can be little terrors, too. There is something useful you can teach your puppy that will come in handy in many ways in the future. That is crate training. Some people don’t like …
It is incredibly easy to find a puppy and a breeder, but it’s not nearly as easy to find a good breeder. When searching for the right puppy, finding the right breeder is just as integral to the process. In …
The Pug is often called a big dog in a small package (“multum in parvo,” “much in little”) and that describes these sturdy little dogs with their big personalities very well. The Pug is a very old breed, dating back …
The most common dog health problems are ailments that can affect any dog, of any breed. They affect both males and females, spayed/neutered and intact dogs. Fortunately, in most cases these problems can be treated, though you may need to …
The French Bulldog has always been a companion dog. They were bred as a “toy” bulldog by lacemakers in 19th century Nottingham, England, who later immigrated to France, taking their little dogs with them. The Frenchie is a sweet, affectionate …
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Therapy dogs are often confused with service dogs but they are not the same. They are not considered “assistance” dogs either, under the law. Service dogs are legally protected in the United States under the Americans with Disabilities Act of …
One of the drawbacks of being a pet owner is that your dog can’t actually talk to you and tell you when he feels bad. You have to rely on watching your dog and knowing how he acts when he’s …
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Service dogs are dogs that are trained to directly assist humans. They have a legal right to accompany their owners in most places. In the United States a service dog is legally protected by federal legislation under the Americans with …
The trim and athletic Boxer is both powerful and intelligent, but they are also devoted family dogs. These versatile dogs originated as a Molosser-type hunting dog in the Middle Ages. They were used for dog fighting at one time, and …
If you are lucky enough to have a dog who is getting older, it probably means that you have spent a lifetime together. You have played with your dog, spent time petting him, and you know him better than anyone. …