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Feature Article #1

The Bloodhound Dog

Many people mistakenly think that the Bloodhound dog derives its name from an apparent blood lust, but nothing could be further from the truth. This dog breed actually got its name on account of its very specialized breeding and the blood in its name refers to the purity of its bloodlines.
The direct ancestor of the [...]

Dog Breeds | August 3rd, 2011 | Continued

Feature Article #2

The Causian Dane Mastiff

Everybody has their own idea and opinion of what constitutes the perfect dog. For many the perfect dog comes prepackaged as a widely recognized and identifiable dog breed that optimally exhibits those traits most revered in the show ring.
Though I sincerely like a good number of dog breeds that is not to say that I [...]

Dog Breeds | April 30th, 2011 | Continued

Feature Article #3

Japanese Chin

Japanese Chin Dog History
Although this Toy Dog breed goes by the name Japanese Chin many believe that it actually originated in China and was taken to Japan by Buddhist monks as far back as the 6th century. The Japanese Chin has variably been known at some time or other as either:

Japanese Spaniel
Japanese Pug
Japanese Chin

With respect [...]

Dog Breeds | April 17th, 2011 | Continued

Feature Article #4

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is the sturdiest of all the retriever dog breeds; being much more strong-willed and protective than the other retriever breeds. In fact the chessie as it is affectionately known by its admirers and lovers of the breed has been described as “The greatest heavy-duty water dog America has ever seen….”
The breed [...]

Dog Breeds | January 28th, 2011 | Continued

Feature Article #5

How To Choose The Ideal Puppy

Puppies have developed their adult dog personality by 7 weeks of age. Find out here how to choose the puppy that will develop into the dog of your dreams using this simple yet effective procedure.

Dog Breeds | November 30th, 2010 | Continued

Feature Article #6

Redbone Coonhound Dog Breed

Like many dog breeds the Redbone Coonhound owes its development to simple necessity. That necessity came in the form of a yearning to hunt by wealthy planters of 18 century America. However that burning desire to emulate the hunting habits of the European gentry was temporarily stumped by of all things, the environment. You see [...]

Dog Breeds | October 30th, 2010 | Continued

Feature Article #7

German Shepherd Dog Snap Profile

Energy Level
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Moderate

Exercise Needs
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Needs plenty of daily exercise and mental challenges

Playfulness
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This is more of a work oriented dog than play fellow

Affection Level
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The German Shepherd has a well balanced disposition

Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
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Wary of other dogs and can be domineering

Friendliness Towards Non-caninePets
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Gets along well with other pets in face of good socialization

Ease of Training
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3rd most intelligent [...]

Dog Breeds | October 29th, 2010 | Continued

Feature Article #8

Maltese Dog Breed History

According to a number of dog authorities the Maltese is the most ancient of all European toy dog breeds. Throughout its long history the Maltese has variously been known by any one of the following names:

Maltese Terrier
Maltese Spaniel
Maltese Dog
Maltese Lion Dog
Maltese Poodle
Bichon  Maltais
Melita Dog
Melitae Dog
Ancient Dogge of Malta
Roman Ladies’ Dog
Shock Dog

Maltese Dog Breed Origins
One would [...]

Kayye Nynne | October 29th, 2010 | Continued

Feature Article #9

Neapolitan Mastiff Dog Breed History

The Neapolitan Mastiff is an ancient dog breed that boasts a history that traces all the way back to Alexander the Great. Tale has it that Alexander the Great inherited a pair of dogs from the defeated Asian King Porus and those dogs happened to be the ancestral form of the Neapolitan Mastiff of today [...]

Dog Breeds | September 29th, 2010 | Continued

Feature Article #10

Surprising Little-Known Facts About Puppy Training

When most people think of puppy training the first things that pop to mind are probably potty training and crate training and then after that the basics of dog training such as stay and sit. But in reality puppy training starts well before that even before you have got you puppy.
Puppy Training Starts With Mommy
There’s [...]

Dog Breeds | August 19th, 2010 | Continued

Feature Article #11

Akita Dog Breed

Named for the locale from which it originally hails, the Akita dog also goes by the following names:

Shishi Inu
Akita Inu
Japanese Akita; and
Nippon Inu

Although the Akita makes for a great pet and companion dog nowadays, that was not always the case.  You see although the Akita was originally used as a large game hunting dog by [...]

Dog Breeds | August 7th, 2010 | Continued

Feature Article #12

How To Select The Best Puppy From A Litter

Before you get your dog there are a couple of important points you need to cover. Such as deciding on the role your dog is going to play in your life. It is quite likely that you want a dog for any one of the following activities:

Protector
Companion
Herder
Hunting
Play buddy for the kids
Dog show performer

Luckily the various [...]

Dog Breeds | August 2nd, 2010 | Continued

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