History of Selective Breeding in Dogs Most, if not all, breeds of household dogs that exist today are due to selective breeding in dogs. The original bloodline is that of the gray wolf, some 18,800 – 32,100 years ago and may have since died out. However, as purebred dogs are becoming increasingly inbred, problems are arising … Read more
Is There Such a Thing as a Bad Dog Breed? Overcoming Dog Breed Discrimination If you were to ask anyone what his or her favorite breed of dog is, the answers would definitely vary. While one person might love pit bulls, another may fear the breed. The truth is, there are good dogs and there … Read more
Prepare Your Home for a New Pet Owning a pet offers many benefits. They make great companions, can help you stay active and healthy, and are loads of fun. Pet ownership can also wreak havoc on your home if you aren’t prepared. Before you make a trip to the pet store, take a few actions … Read more
Top 5 American Dog Friendly Cities Guest Writer : Amanda Basse What makes a pet friendly city? In general, I always think of the animated version of 101 Dalmatians and London. In the opening scenes, there is basically what amounts to a parade of dogs and their owners, most looking oddly alike as they stroll … Read more
Finding the Best Dog Food Choosing the best dog food for your pet can be a daunting experience, and a higher price doesn’t always mean doing what’s best for your dog. Some brands tell us that our dogs should eat like wolves and others insist they are royalty, eating out of little crystal dishes while … Read more
How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight It is estimated that 52.5 percent of dogs are overweight. Dogs that are overweight are more likely to develop arthritis, diabetes and high blood pressure. Fortunately, there are ways that you can help your dog lose weight. Below is a list of tips on how to help your … Read more
Benefits of Spaying or Neutering Your Dog Guest Writer : Julie Page It is so important to spay or neuter your dog if you have no intention of breeding. The benefits of spaying or neutering your dog are much greater than not having the surgery – it benefits your dog as well as the dog … Read more
With Earth Day just around the corner (tick-tock ladies and gents, April 22 is the date), this is just the right time to consider exactly how much your dog’s carbon paw print is taking its toll on the earth we live in. With more than 70 million dogs existing in the United States ALONE (meaning … Read more
Kids and Dogs Safe Interactions at the Park When spring finally arrives and everyone has a case of “cabin fever”, the best way to cure it is to pack up the car and hit the park. Your rambunctious kid may want to bring his or her favorite four-legged friend, but before you bring the dog … Read more
How to Choose a Puppy Dogs are among the most common pets worldwide, and there are quite a few reasons for the popularity of dogs as pets. Companionship is probably the most common reason, a dog is a man’s best friend. Another reason dogs are popular is the security they offer. Being informed about how … Read more