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Protection of dog breeds

When training protection dogs for a living, I often come across dog owners who want to train their dogs to protect them. In most cases, dogs can be trained for very basic protective work, but in the vast majority of cases your dogs just aren’t capable. There are only a handful of dog breeds that […]

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Common questions a pug breeder should answer

If you are looking for a Pug puppy, know that you are getting a very dependent breed of dog. Due to their unnatural squashed faces, Pugs tend to have a lot of respiratory problems. Due to their wrinkled skin and flattened faces, they have trouble cleaning themselves. Due to their large eyes, they often injure […]

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10 solutions for Cocker Spaniel separation anxiety

Cocker Spaniels are affectionate and sociable. They are energetic and generally happy animals. However, this happiness is highly dependent on human companionship. Cocker Spaniels are unlikely to stay happy if they are left to spend a lot of time alone. Some cockers can appear a bit “depressed” if left alone regularly or for an unusually […]

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Your growing Great Dane puppy

If you already have your Great Dane puppy, you may have noticed how extremely fast he is growing. When your puppy is around eight weeks old, you can pick him up and give him a good hug. At ten weeks the dog can hardly be lifted. This growth period is the most stressful time in […]

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How dangerous are fleas REALLY?

That time of year is upon us once again! The warm weather and blue skies make our dogs beg to be outside for sunbathing. Ah, summer, how we love it! (Like our dogs). Unfortunately, that warm weather and blue skies bring something else with them: fleas. They are a threat to the comfort of our […]

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Choosing the Right Dog Breed to Adopt

Have you ever wondered what types of dogs are available for adoption at rescue houses and animal shelters? Below are some very common breeds and mixed breeds that are available in America at any given time. Wouldn’t a dog with the right personality fit in well in your home? You may find a great breed […]

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CPR for dogs

Today I was reading the newspaper and I came across an interesting article about rescuing a dog. In West Monroe LA, a firefighter performed mouth-to-muzzle resuscitation and revived a small dog he found lifeless inside a burning mobile home. I was very impressed that this firefighter, Stephen “Odie” Odom, walked into the burning house when […]

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Aggression in Pit Bulls: What Causes It?

If you are looking for baby pit bulls for sale, you have probably done your research. As a result of this, you must have come across various comments on the nature of pitbull puppies. While it is true that doing your research is important, you should remember that several “facts” about these dogs are actually […]