Return to Part 1 Adding the Row ‘Emma’ Now that we have added a second row to form a column, a comment is in order that will greatly reduce your labor. Look ahead to the completed Table 3e, for a moment. If you draw a diagonal line down the matrix from the cell Edmund-Edmund to …
The following is based on an excerpt from the 1999 edition of The Total German Shepherd Dog by Fred Lanting, and may not be reproduced without approval. © 2003. Contact the principal author at for permission to quote. Some of the following charts and calculations have been contributed by a geneticist friend, John B. Cole, …
Revised 2012. Correcting misconceptions and misinformation is fighting a losing battle, because new people are being born and entering the age of discussion and discovery all the time, and have to re-learn all the stuff that has already been tested by those who have gone before. There is an old saying that “Those who do …
Do you have a dog or puppy that is out of control? Do you feel like your living in an expensive dog house under your dogs rule? Well you are not alone, thousands of new puppy and dog owners experience this every year. I should know because I was once one of them. There was …
It comes as a surprise to many people to discover that dogs are not immune to the arthritis problems which so many humans are familiar with. However, when you think about it, dogs have almost the same muscular and tissue structure in their joint areas as humans do, so arthritis can rear its ugly head …
Of course your dog has become a very important and loved member of your family. He provides companionship and devotion to you without asking for very much in return. Like me you want your dog to stay around for as long as possible, so keeping him healthy is important isn’t it? There is one thing …
Not only are ticks and fleas an annoyance for your dog and for you, unfortunately they can cause health problems. There are many different powders and sprays out there, but with their chemical-based formulas, they could be harmful to the pet’s health or to yours. As we become increasingly conscious of the chemicals contained in …
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 …
It’s really exciting for you and your family when you bring a new puppy home isn’t it! However, in the excitement don’t forget to address the basic needs of your puppy. The way to make sure this does not happen is to have your puppy’s supplies already bought and on hand before the big day. …
Like most new pet owners, I’m sure that you are dreading potty training your puppy. Potty training is the first step that needs to be mastered, when you undertake the grueling task of training your puppy. It is very important for your puppy to master this skill at an early age. Crate training is a …