Pet Dogs

Medium Sized Dogs That Do Not Shed
While choosing a dog, most of us want dogs that do not shed much, do not bark much and yes, not the toy sized dogs but the real medium sized dogs. Non shedding medium sized dogs are not common, but there are a few varieties, which will tempt even the mysophobics!

Medium Sized Dogs Good With Children
Medium sized dogs are great for people who do not want a smaller frail dog and also do not want to go through the hassles of caring for a large dog breed. So if you have a family with kids, here is a list of medium sized dogs good with children.

Bringing Home Puppy: A Primer
Bringing home a new puppy can be daunting to first-time owners. Here's what you need to know to get started.

Good Family Dogs
So, you want to add a new family member in the form of pet dog and are confused which dog breed to choose. Here is some brief information on some of the popular dog breeds that are considered as good family dogs...

Best Dogs for Children - Good Dogs for Kids
Dogs are often said to be the most loyal of pets. There is a special relationship between a dog and a child. Which species are considered as the best dogs for children? Read on to know more about kid friendly dog breeds...

Largest Dog in the World
Ever wondered which is the largest dog till date? Is it Kell or Hercules or Zorba? Read on to find out...

Dogs that Do Not Shed
Most dog owners face a problem of dog shedding. Several dog breeds are known for shedding and they need regular grooming. However, there are some dog breeds that do not shed or shed minimum. Read on to know about such dogs.

Choosing the Right Puppy
Choosing the right puppy can be a difficult task. Before selecting any dog breed, you should be aware of your requirements and expectations. Here are some helpful tips for choosing the right puppy.

Astrology for Dogs
Astrology of a dog has a profound effect on the pet and influences its life and future with the owner. This article gives a brief description of how zodiac sun signs influence behaviors and characters of dogs. Read on…

Welsh Corgi Dogs
Belonging to the Herding group, hailing from the Wales, Welsh corgi dogs are among the popularly bred pets. They come in two varieties, the Cardigans and the Pembrokes. Read all about them here.

Cats versus Dogs
Would you rather own a dog as pet or would you go for a cat? Here you find a good comparison between the two pets.

Quotes About Dogs
If you simply love dogs, chances are you shall enjoy reading about these quotes about dogs that describe their relation with man! Here’s a look at some witty quotes about dogs.

Developmental Stages of a Puppy
Puppies grow up to become dogs! Learn all about the developmental stages of a puppy's life ...

Boykin Spaniel Dogs
Read on for some detailed information about the Boykin Spaniel Dogs…

Dog Care Information
Read on for some tips that will help you take better care of your dogs…

Guide Dogs for the Blind
A new leash of freedom for the blind people, read on to know more about the guide dogs for the blind…

Facts About Dogs
We all know about the loyalty of dogs and their affection, which they shower upon us. Let us check out some of the fun facts about dogs, which we may not really be aware of.

Bernese Mountain Dogs
If you want tot know more about Bernese Mountain Dogs, here is an article for you.

Puppy Care
Bringing home a new pup? Here are some puppy care tips.

Old English Sheepdog
The Old English Sheepdog is a shaggy haired, large sized breed. Read more about this dog here.

Newfoundland Dogs
The Newfoundland dog is a large breed of working dog which was developed to be used mainly in the fishing industry. Read more about this unique dog here.

Veterinary Scrubs
Veterinary scrubs are part of veterinary uniforms that play a big role in enhancing the first impression of a veterinary on pet owners. The veterinary scrubs ensure immediate recognition of the staff and in a way, promote professionalism and dynamism of an individual veterinarian or the whole team.

Choosing a Dog - How to Choose the Right Dog
Now back to my favorite topic, mans best friend – the humble dog. A fuzz ball of extreme affection, unconditional love and lifetime companionship – and the best way to attract pretty women – the dog is and has always been the world's favorite pet.

What To Do When Your Dog Is Going To Have Puppies
Life is precious and when puppies are born, there is a unique moment. It takes around 65 days for them to be willing to come in our world and the article shows how to help them in case they need it.

Dog Behavior Problems
Pets are as much of a responsibility as they are a joy. A problematic pet does not serve anyone's purpose. Here is information about dog behavioral problems.

Pampered Pooches Put on Posh Pedestals
Dogs: If you’re amazed by the tales of spoiled celebrities going overboard with new ways to luxuriously pamper themselves, you won’t believe the money some pet owners are dishing out to pamper their spoiled four-legged pals.

Dog Lovers
Stop feeding them, I told her, that's why they converge here, because you feed them. But she won't do that. She can't stop being 'kind'.

Indian Dogs and Stuff
I like looking at the dogs, but I can't stand much of the prevalent snobbery amongst their owners and I'm one of those people that believe that a dog should be more than an ornamental champion with cups and ribbons.

Are You Ready for a Dog?
Tips for choosing the best breed of dog to suit your lifestyle.

Common Myths about Aggressive Dogs
Common myths about "aggressive" dogs, disproved.

Vacation with Your Dog
Traveling with our dogs over the years has taught us a few things to make the trip more enjoyable and we would like to share them with you.

10 History Changing Dogs
With dogs primarily providing companionship to humans it might be surprising to know that dogs have often served many noble roles in history. From companion dogs and talented pooches to fearless war dogs, the dogs on our list have all played a part in shaping the face of history as we know it.

Dog Portraits - Tips for Choosing the Best Artist
Dog portraits are one of the most special ways to cherish the memory of your best friend. This article provides you with 3 factors to consider when choosing a professional artist to paint your oil painting masterpiece.

Dog Life Jackets - Help Your Dog Get More Fun Out Of Summer
Dogs are good swimmers, right? Maybe not as good as you think, which is why having a dog life jacket is a smart move if you want your dog to have more fun this summer.

Puppy Supplies
The proper supplies are necessary when bringing home a new puppy whether this puppy is intended to be a family pet, hunting companion or both. These supplies will help you and your pup get off to the right start. Among the most important items are a training collar, and a dog crate.

Hunting Dogs and Kids
A dog should be a member of the family. Hunting dogs make excellent workers and great pets.

How to Include Your Pet During the Holidays
Though the holiday season is hectic, it is a time full of creating fond family memories. Let your pet be a part of the familial festivities, and you all will have a wonderful time. Happy holidays!

Caring For Your Puppies
Having picked the ideal puppy for yourself and your family, the difficult part is to care and raise your puppy. Dispensing care to your puppy involves time and effort as the puppy you fetch home will miss the preceding home. Whining and crying are common, particular in the hours of darkness, therefore you will have to put up with it until it gets used to the new environment....

Free Dogs and Puppies - Not Impossible!
Finding free dogs and puppies is not impossible. With a few simple ideas, I will show you how you can find that special pet that you have been seeking for quite awhile.

Grandpuppies?? Are You Ready
This article will not deal with the medical aspect of birth. However, if you choose for your pooch to have puppies, remember that it can be expensive.

Hunting Dogs vs. Show Dogs
This article will educate you on the similarities and differences between hunting dogs and show dogs.

Man’s best friend has never had it so Good
In this article we discuss some of the luxury items that are available for dogs these days.

ON WITH THE SHOW! . . . . "The Littlest Puppy"
Sometimes, the littlest puppy can be the greatest treasure of them all.

Diva Unleashed: Meet the K9 Bell of the Ball
How does one fashion conscious pit bull mix stand out from all the others looking for adoptive homes? Humor writer Nola Lee Kelsey interviews Theresa the dog in this in-depth profile of a Designer Diva.

Dog Crates As Dog Pets' Havens
This article discussed several pointers on choosing dog crates. The author also provided in his list what pet owners should know all about this product.

Discover A New Amazing Way To Choose The Right Dog For You.
Now, at last you can choose the right dog for you and your family. Enjoy real unconditional love and create happy memories for all of you.

Preparing the Family Pet to Welcome the Newborn
A dog is a very possessive animal, he will never except your dividing love easily. You need to prepare him for the near future so that he is not jealous of the baby. A jealous pet may become aggressive and harm the baby. So its important to make sure that your pet is well prepared to welcome the baby.

Have Fun With Dog Photo Calendars
A dog photo calendar is the word today in personalized gifts. You can give it or print it for keeping your own pet memories with you all year. Quality depends on choosing the best pictures, learn in this article how to build the perfect calendar.

The Essence of Dogness
Crufts celebrates only a small, shallow section of the canine race. Real dog lovers prefer mongrels. By Roy Hattersley

It May Be Time to Consider a Dog Backpack
Emergency preparation is being stressed more and more these days. With that being the case, why not include the family dog in those family preparations?

6 Tips For New Puppy Owners
Why shouldn't you play roughly with your puppy? When is the wrong time to pet your dog? Learn the answers to these questions, and other tips for new pet owners.

Dog History - How dogs became humanity's best friends
Dog history has been intertwined with mankind from its beginning. One question that remains is: did we choose dogs, or did they choose people? The history of dogs shows how they went from wild animals to living in our home.

Gifts for Dogs & Dog Owners – Gifts That Will Be Loved & Appreciated
If you know someone who has a dog, then you will find buying them a gift for their favourite companion will go down well. If you are a dog owner then hey – their part of the family so don’t let them feel left out.

New Yorkers Are Mad About Their Dogs
When it comes to dogs, New Yorkers are even crazier than the British, writes Ed Pilkington.

Chiang Mai, Thailand’s Temple of the Dogs
It was 5 p.m. and I was stalking an angel on temple grounds. As the rain started, I wondered if she would show herself at all. Chiang Mai’s Wat Chedi Luang is a glimmering example of what can be done to help Thailand’s stray dogs - one temple at time.

Tips For Moving House With Your Dog
The easiest way to reduce the stress of moving house, for both your dog and yourself, is to prevent problems before they come up. Here are some tips to help make the journey easier.

Dog Birth Control - Controlling the pet population!
Dog birth control methods including dog birth control pills, dog condoms, dog spaying and dog neutering!

Your Dog and the Law
This article is to educate pet owners on dog laws and ordinances in the community. DId you know the phrase "Curb Your Dog"? Your pet is your legal responsiblity as your children are.

Help For Home Alone Dogs
Hi ho, Hi ho, it's off to work you go, but what about Rover? This article discusses ways to make your dog's "home alone" days more enjoyable and less stressful.

Six Summer Activities for You and Your Dog
Find out some great activities for you and your pet...

Who's Missing from Your Wedding Party? Your Dog!
You've booked the venue, the caterer, and the florist, and yet your big day still seems incomplete. Could it be that you've left out one of your closest companions -- your dog?

Dingos Face Pet Ban After Toddler Mauled to Death
Australia's native dog, the dingo, could be banned as a pet after a toddler was mauled to death by a crossbreed at her grandparents' farm. Two-year-old Nataya Bobbin was bitten on the neck and died before reaching hospital.

My dog Hobo...
A true story with a surprise ending - I bet you can relate...

It's a Dog's Life
A true-to-life article about the good, the bad and the ugly sides of dog ownership, especially at this festive time of year.

Jake's Own Story
Our superdog's biography is a lovely dog article about his six year life so far!

Mayor Villaraigosa and the Truth about Cats and Dogs
If Los Angeles Mayor Villaraigosa fails to honor his promise to fire Mr. Stuckey and to hire a compassionate and experienced General Manager for Animal Services who can implement a no-kill plan and reform the department, he may find that the animal community is politically-speaking, more bite than bark.

The 5 important life lessons I learned from my dog
You can learn a lot from being a pet owner and the lessons begin from the first day your furry family member steps into your life and continue after you say your final farewell.

Active Compassion in Times of Crisis: How Your Dog Can Help
We all watched the recent tragedy of hurricane Katrina, most of us from the comfort of our living rooms. The devastation of so many lost homes and shattered lives was heart wrenching. But the part that made me hug my dog tight was watching the agony of people who were forced to leave behind their pets.

How Smart is Your Dog?
Find out your dog's canine IQ. This article offers steps to determine your dog's true Intelligence. Article first appeared in the March Issue of healthy Pet Net.

Pet Animal Story: The Dog On Staten Island
Animal stories and communication: This true story is from the book "The Spiritual Life of Animals and Plants", a collection of true stories written by the clairvoyant Laurie Conrad. The book speaks of miracles and healings - as well as the innate spirituality of animals. The author is giving a large percentage of her profits to animal protection organisations. www.figarobooks.com

You Are The Greatest Teacher
"Dogs have an emotional appeal that covers our widest range of feeling. In my writing, whether about dogs or horses, the stories often deal with keeping our sense of love alive."

Children in Russia to Get Dog Tags
Russian school children are to wear military-style dog tags and carry 'passports' displaying their identity and basic medical information to improve school security after the Beslan tragedy.

10 Tails That Wag the Modern Dog
Tim Radford in Seattle learns how Fido sprang from a wolf. Within five years researchers will have completed the evolutionary tree of man's best friend, from a wolf in eastern Asia about 15,000 years ago to more than 300 breeds today.

Organization Sends Valentines to Chained and Penned Dogs
The American organization Dogs Deserve Better, 2003 First Prize Winner of the ASPCA Pet Protector Award, is holding its second annual national Valentine campaign, entitled "Have a Heart for Chained Dogs."

Mystery Flowers On Dog's 110-Year-Old Grave
Every year a mysterious man dressed in black creeps into a cemetery in Baltimore to place three red roses and a half-empty bottle of cognac on the grave of Edgar Allan Poe. Or so the legend goes.

Habitat for Humanity Gasses Prairie Dogs
After several weeks of working to relocate a prairie dog colony, Habitat for Humanity officials in Greeley, Colorado ordered its destruction.

NJ Dog Survives Euthanization And Trash Compaction
In early December a five-year-old female shepherd-lab mix was discovered - still alive - in the midst of the garbage in a garbage truck as it was being emptied into the Edgeboro landfill in East Brunswick.

Dog Keeps Owner Alive Through Week-Long Ordeal
A faithful and highly resourceful dog named Libby recently saved the life of her human companion after he became trapped in his bathtub.

Missing Dog Finds His Way Home... After 6 Years
The Flores family of Wichita, Kansas received an early Christmas present this year when their beloved dog Bear, who had disappeared in November of 1997, made it back home in time for Thanksgiving in 2003.

Fat Dogs And Englishmen Go Out To Swim
A former First Division footballer has opened a hydrotherapy spa in England for dogs in need of exercise.

Popular Fertilizer Is Dangerous to Dogs
How does your garden grow? Not with cocoa bean mulch, please. A retrospective study released recently by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) confirms that this commonly used fertilizer may deter slugs and snails, but it also attracts companion canines, who can be poisoned by eating it.

Salute Lands Adolf in the Dog House
A German who trained his dog to raise his right paw in a Hitler salute is to appear in court tomorrow, German prosecutors said last night. The black mongrel sheepdog, called Adolf, is alleged to have performed the trick in at his master's request in front of two policemen in March last...

850 Canines Take World’s Biggest Doggie Bath
Big dogs, little dogs, cute dogs, ugly dogs. A bunch of dirty dogs in Australia have become famous just for getting soaped up.

‘Miracle Dog’ Sparks Awareness Campaign
His name is Quentin, and he’s one lucky dog. Not many would have thought so after Quentin, a 30-pound Besenji mix, entered a St. Louis gas chamber which was packed with unwanted dogs.

Ashgabat Residents Restricted To One Dog, One Cat
President Saparmurat Niazov of Turkmenistan has enacted new legislation in Ashgabat, the capital city, which decrees that residents may own a maximum of one dog and one cat.

Woman Jailed for Causing Dog to Starve to Death
San Francisco, CA resident Raija Hossainy was recently sentenced to six months in prison after pleading guilty to causing her dog to starve to death by confining the animal in a closet and then abandoning him.

Service Dog Legislation Enacted in Nebraska
Nebraska Governor Mike Johanns recently signed into law a bill stating that individuals who have disabilities may be accompanied by service dogs in all "places to which the general public is invited...without being required to pay an extra charge."

The Story of the African Dog
The sad death of a loyal companion leads David Beresford to make an important discovery.

United States Military to Receive Dog-Cooling Vests
The Carolina Animal Protection Society (CAPS) is soon going to provide 30 cooling vests to the United States military for use by dogs deployed to the Middle East from Camp Lejeune in North Carolina.

Dogs
Dogs have been hanging around with humans for 15,000 years. Here's the pick of the web on our best friends.

German postmen put dogs on couch
German postmen are being taught how to psychoanalyse dogs in an attempt to reduce the growing number of attacks. The classes are the latest initiative by postal authorities to tackle the problem. Last year Deutsche Post filed 1,874 complaints against dog owners.

Attempt to change status gives LA dogs their day
These are dog days in Los Angeles. Animal rights activists are poised to succeed in a bid for "owners" of pets to be classified as "guardians" on the grounds that the notion of ownership is demeaning to the creatures concerned.

Mature Dogs, Cats Help Children Learn Empathy, Responsibility
If you could choose a best friend for your children, you'd probably look for someone who plays...

Maxine Goes to the Dogs -- or Cats
A Humorous Commentary from Hallmark Character Maxine

Give Your Dog the Freedom He or She Deserves
A healthy, happy pet requires attention, love, nutrition and exercise.