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Shar Pei – Stop Biting Training

Dog bite problems can pose a potential danger to your dog and everyone around him, so it is only right that you use the most effective way to get rid of this behavior: Shar Pei training. Although it is definitely not a miracle cure, training your dog to obey various commands is a great way […]

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The Pros and Cons of Owning a German Shepherd Dog

The decision to adopt any dog ​​should be considered seriously, especially if you are considering a large breed dog like the German Shepherd. As the third most popular dog breed in the United States for the past 10 years according to the American Kennel Club, the German Shepherd dog attracts attention for its good looks, […]

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How to be owned by an Irish Wolfhound

“However, noble descendant of the fierce fighting father, you are playing tonight with my son by the fire.” (Excerpt from Hound of the Heroes by William Dammarell) One is not so much “owned” by an Irish Wolfhound, as being “owned by” an Irish Wolfhound. I am currently “owned” by two, and I wouldn’t have it […]

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Wobbler syndrome: the basics

Wobblers syndrome Wobblers syndrome, also known as cervical vertebral malformation (CVM) and cervical spondylomyelopathy (CSM), is commonly seen among dogs. It is a condition of the cervical vertebrae in which the vertebrae are affected, causing the dog to develop a walk that is both wobbly and unsteady, hence the name Wobblers syndrome. In reality, this […]

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The Royal Pug

People love Pugs! There is something about that rogue face that tugs at the strings of your heart. This dignified toy breed is loved by royalty and commoners alike. These loving and intelligent little clowns are extremely popular, ranking 12th out of 154 dog breeds registered by the American Kennel Club in 2005. The Pug […]

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7 steps to meet your challenges

I call Missy my wonder bitch.   The call came out of nowhere. At 9 am on October 10, my Missy, a rescued blonde cocker spaniel, lost the use of her hind legs. Overnight, he went from Michael Jordan’s athleticism to a paraplegic. We had 24 hours to decide if surgery was a viable option. […]