Getting a new dog is one of the greatest joys in the world. Make this great time even better by knowing exactly what kind of dog will complement your family’s lifestyle. Before you get a dog, you will want to make sure to discuss with your family who will have the primary responsibility of taking …
Summer is typically a time of great family fun and activity. The days are long and warm, the kids are on vacation, and the sun worshipers are out in full force. Unfortunately, the season also brings with it some very specific hazards – sunburn, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Not only are these hazards a …
The term ‘animal assisted therapy’ is to be distinguished from the more familiar practice of ?animal assisted activities?, which refers generally to pet visitation at hospitals and residential care facilities. Animal Assisted Therapy is part of a formal and carefully designed treatment program with specific and measurable objectives that matches one animal to one patient. …
GREAT NEW BOOK FOR DOG-OWNER FRIENDS OR YOURSELF: Großes neues Buch für selbst oder für Freunde, die Hunde besitzen ISBN 0-9764685-0-6 Copyright 2005 by Fred Lanting. It’s here! The long-awaited expanded revision of the popular HD book by Fred Lanting is finished (the first one, published in 1980, sold 10,000 copies!). This “Canine Hip Dysplasia …
Physically, he is in his prime, and will continue to develop heavier bone, a deeper chest, a fuller coat, as well as greater strength and endurance. Large breeds attain their full physical maturity and definitive proportions between the ages of 18 months and 2 years, while smaller breeds reach their maturity a little sooner. An …
When the moment arrives for selecting a dog of your own, you should have a good idea of what you are looking for. If you are primarily concerned with finding an average dog, we highly recommend your local animal shelter. Not only will you be helping to relieve the local over population of animals as …
Dogs are very active creatures that enjoy being able to run and jump and play. This need for physical activity is usually satisfied by being able to be outside for a specific time every day. Some dogs have no problem playing with humans, or other dogs; on the other hand, some dogs do not play …
In today’s world the possibility of an emergency requiring evacuation of your home has become a reality we all have to live with. So we really need to think about what would happen if our family faced an emergency! Are you prepared? Have you made an evacuation plan in case of tornado, fire, hurricane, or …
When we take on a dog we take on a responsibility. This responsibility involves the everyday care of our dog in areas such as hygiene, coat and paws, nutrition, exercise and training. Many dog owners invest considerable time with their dogs through obedience training, seeking activities, tracking and protection exercises at training grounds, out in …
Brian Kilcommons relates a terrible story about a beautiful golden retriever dog who was usually very gentle and kind with children. It’s owners had a girl aged 3 1/2, and they normally got along very well. Then one day the little girl grabbed the dog’s ear. It snarled and bit her face. She needed 47 …