Whether it is spent with other pups in the pack or with some adults, play time is instinctive for many young animals; it is also one of the most important things that could develop a cub’s survival and social skills or behavior. And as such this could be a huge advantage and a handy trick to grant your pooch a valuable learning experience by using nothing more than fun games. Almost like “Sesame Street”.
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All dogs can fall into one of these two categories: mixed-breeds or purebreds. What is the difference? As the names of the categories suggest, purebreds have the ancestors of the same breed (based on specific breed standard), while mixed breeds dogs are the combination of two or more breeds. In the first case, you are likely to know the general behavioral and physical characteristic of a puppy, while in the other case it is more difficult to know what to expect. In case you know the ancestors of your mixed-bred puppy, you have a better chance of guessing right how it would look like and behave as an adult dog. However, at most situations, you do not know the ancestors of a mixed-bred puppy, especially if you adopt it from the animal shelter. (more…)
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If you decide to travel without your dog and at some point you might have to (business meetings, destination weddings etc.), there are several options before you. If you are considering dog boarding kennels, there are several things you should keep in mind. First of all, talk to your vet and friends with pets to recommend you some nearby dog boarding facility. Then, call those facilities to find out more about them. So, what questions should you ask before making a reservation for your four-legged family member? (more…)Learn More
Owning a pet means being responsible, patient and caring. You have to monitor your pet’s health, eating habits and over-all well being. Therefore it is important to choose your dog wisely. If you have decided which breed you want your furry companion to be, your next decision should be its gender. Do not underestimate the power of the dog’s gender, because it can significantly influence its behavior. The difference between genders is not only in size and the color of cute dog collars. Of course, it’s a question of your previous experiences and your preferences and there is a great possibility that your own dog does not have characteristics common for its gender. However, we will now focus on typical female dog’s characteristics. (more…)
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Your dog is your best friend in this world. He is always with you, whether you are in a good or a bad mood, you are awake or asleep, you are relaxed or busy. Your doggie likes to be with you, be near you, always. And even you may neglect him, he never neglects you and doesn’t wish that you should get a punishment. He always blesses you, because he is that innocent and sinless. For such a wonderful animal on the earth, you also should do as much as you can. You should take care of his physical and mental health and see to it that he remains always happy. While taking care of dog’s health, dental care is an important factor and you should have some knowledge about your dog’s dental health.
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The average lifespan of a dog in the United States is twelve years but they can live more than that and be healthy at the same time. Smaller breeds normally have a longer life compared to shorter breeds. Australian Cattle Dog named Bluey is the longest lived dog according to the Guinness Book of Records. The dog lived for 29 years and was still healthy and working cattle at the age of 20.
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