Aging “Gray”cefully
March 27, 2010 by Beth
Filed under Dog Health and Nutrition
Canine aging is not all that different from human aging, although it happens much too soon, as most of us dog guardians know. You can expect your dog to start showing signs of aging at about middle-age, or 7 years of age for most dogs. Larger dogs such as Great Danes or Mastiffs have a […]
Mushing: A Sled Dog’s Life
March 27, 2010 by Beth
Filed under Dog Activities and Training
In honor of the 2010 Iditarod which started last week in Anchorage, Alaska, we present A Sled Dog’s Life, written by Sloopy, a 95-pound black and white Alaskan Malamute. A Sled Dog’s Life Hi! I’m Sloopy. I was born to run in the Iditarod, literally. My parents, Brutus and Angie, were sled dogs themselves and […]
What’s the Big Deal about Puppy Mills?
February 28, 2010 by Beth
Filed under Dog Health and Nutrition
If you are considering purchasing a puppy for your family, you may be drawn to the cute puppies in the pet store window. They are cute as a button, and usually priced more reasonably than those you might find from a breeder. So why is it a bad thing to buy from a pet store? […]
Helping Your Dog Overcome Fear
February 28, 2010 by Beth
Filed under The Puppy Corner
Does your dog hide under the bed when there’s a storm brewing? Try to hide behind you when a stranger is nearby? Piddle behind the couch when someone new comes into the living room? Just like we humans, canines have their own little insecurities, fears, and foibles that can make a day pretty miserable. So […]
The Road to Westminster
February 28, 2010 by Beth
Filed under Dog Activities and Training
Have you ever thought about showing your dog and winning the granddaddy of them all, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show? It may look like it only requires running your dog around in a circle, but the road to Westminster is actually tough going, involving a lot of time, travel, and money, not to mention […]
Fun Winter Activities For You and Your Dog
February 7, 2010 by admin
Filed under Dog Activities and Training
Is your dog getting worse cabin fever than you are? Just because the weather outside is frightful doesn’t mean that either one of you will enjoy staying indoors for weeks on end. There are many activities you can do outside, as long as you properly prepare for the colder weather. If your dog has short […]
Homemade Treats
February 7, 2010 by admin
Filed under Dog Health and Nutrition
Seems like we generally have more time in the winter to spend with our dogs while the cold weather keeps us indoors more often than not. One way to combat cabin fever and provide your dog with a special treat is to make some cookies to fill the treat jar. Bullwrinkle has an extensive listing […]
Help! My Puppy is Chewing Up My House!
February 7, 2010 by admin
Filed under The Puppy Corner
The reason God made puppies so cute is to ensure the survival of the species. Everything else about them is so annoying! One of the biggest annoyances of a new puppy is their propensity to chew anything and everything with which they come into contact. Remembering that they are not doing it to be malicious […]
The Importance of Puppy Training
January 21, 2010 by admin
Filed under The Puppy Corner
What’s the most important thing you can do for a new puppy? Of course, you will take care of his or her health care including vaccinations and spaying/neutering, but your top priority beyond health care should be training. Until you can be confident that your dog will come every single time you call him or […]
Lure Coursing and Dock Diving
January 21, 2010 by admin
Filed under Dog Activities and Training
Are you looking for a way to keep your dog occupied and in shape? You can’t go wrong with dog sports like lure coursing and dock diving. Lure coursing allows your dog to follow a lure through a course, going for the fastest time. Competitions are usually limited to sight hounds like Greyhounds, Afghans, and […]