Chiweenies: Chihuahua and Dachshund Breed Mix – Popular Dog Breeds

Chiweenies : Chihuahua and Dachshund Mix

Looking for the perfect lap dog? Maybe a cute Chiweenie is perfect for you. Chiweenies are low maintenance, lovable and cheerful. Sounds like the ultimate tiny dog. Chihuahua and Dachshund Mix What are Chiweenies? Chiweenies are a relatively new dog breed, developed in the late 1990s in order to minimize the back problems Dachshunds are … Read more

4 Tips for Successful Puppy Potty Training

4 Tips for Successful Puppy Potty Training

Successful Puppy Potty Training Housebreaking can be a hot topic for dog owners, especially if your dog isn’t cooperating. It’s important to understand the dog’s way of thinking to establish successful puppy potty training. It doesn’t matter if your dog is a puppy or an older dog, or maybe it’s an undisciplined rescue, shelter, or … Read more

Decoding Your Dog: What is Your Dog Telling You? [Infographic]

Decoding Your Dog: What is Your Dog Telling You? [Infographic]

Decoding Your Dog “Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.” – Orhan Pamuk, Author While they cannot speak, dogs are incredibly expressive, emotionally-literate creatures and have many different ways of communicating with their human companions. While we dog-owners like to think that we perfectly understand our dogs, often we have … Read more

What You need to Know About Heartworms in Dogs

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 Heartworms in Dogs Heartworms can be a terrifying subject for many pet owners, that leaves you hugging your dog as you try to shake off the heebie-jeebies. Heartworms are a parasite that lives inside dogs, residing in their heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Adult heartworms can grow up to a foot in length and cause … Read more