Pets and Animals Articles

Pets and Animals | By Ryan Moxie @ Friday, 18th July 2008 @ 1:54 AM

Unique dog names can come from many sources. The best unique dog names come from places that most people wouldn't think to look. Nature can give us dog names that are as unique as nature itself can be. Consider all the resources nature gives us, then take a look at those resources and you will find unique names for your new dog. Here is a short list of unique dog names that can be taken from nature. Trees Sequoia, Chestnut, Maple, Pawpaw, Creeper, Staghorn, Plum, Cherry, Magno... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Thursday, 17th July 2008 @ 4:25 PM

Firstly we will look at some of the basic facts then move onto more in-depth look at this great breed. Breed group: Working Weight: Males up to 100 lbs, females about 78 lbs Height: Males 22-25 inches, females 20-23 inches Overview The Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog has been developed in the Alapaha River region in the southern part of Georgia during the 1800s. At first these dogs have been used as watch and cattle dogs. The Alapaha Blue Blood bulldog is descendent... more...

Pets and Animals | By Warren Wong @ Thursday, 17th July 2008 @ 10:57 AM

Of course everyone that brings home a cute cuddly puppy wants a cute name for the family pet. Everyone will have a different idea for a name, all of which are cute dog names. However, choosing a name for the puppy is not a decision you should take lightly. You need to take some time to get to know the puppy before finally giving it a name. Some of the points that you need to consider in the naming process are: - The gender of the dog. This is important because you don't want t... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Wednesday, 16th July 2008 @ 9:42 PM

To begin we take a look at some facts about this breed then move onto a more indepth perspective on the breed. Breed group: Mastiff Weight: male: 70-120, female: 60-100 lbs Height: male: 22-28, female: 20-26 inches Overview The American Bulldog was almost extinct after the Second World War, but they were saved by a man with the name of John D. Johnson. At first these dogs were used for the sport of bull baiting, and they also became valued by farmers due to their i... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Wednesday, 16th July 2008 @ 9:40 PM

To begin we take a look at some facts about this breed then move onto a more indepth perspective on the breed. Breed group: Mastiff Weight: 154-200 pounds Height: males 25-28 inches, female 23-25.5 inches Overview The Boerboel has been successfully developed in South Africa, and the breed is still in the process of refinement. The origins of this breed are not entirely sure, but it can be traced back to ancient times. Many agree that the breed developed from th... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mike Fletcher @ Wednesday, 16th July 2008 @ 5:34 AM

Are you a dog owner who has a problem with your dog digging holes in your yard or garden? If so, you're not alone. Fortunately for both you and your yard, this behavior can be corrected, just as it has for so many other dog owners. While it is difficult and discouraging when your dog digs holes in the yard, here you can learn how to stop a digging dog too. The first thing that needs to be understood is why dogs dig holes. Many dogs dig because it is in the nature of their breed. ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Ranju Kumar @ Wednesday, 16th July 2008 @ 3:15 AM

Many are not aware of it, but there are actually many essential dog training secrets that can be administered during behavior modification sessions in order to maximize the results that you receive. If you are in the process of training your dog, there are many effective resources out there that may prove to be quite beneficial when it comes to learning all those important dog training secrets that can mean the difference between an obedient dog, and a nuisance. Here, I will share with you some ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Daniel Millions @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 10:19 PM

Looking for a way to reward your dog for being great or doing something spectacular? Dog treats are the perfect answer, as canines love them and they are relatively cheap. Many people do not use dog treats like they are supposed to be used, and abusing treats, or using the wrong variety, can actually be detrimental to your dog's health. Several brands of dog treats are to dogs what junk food is to humans. It tastes really good and is quite desirable, but too much of it can be destruc... more...

Pets and Animals | By Joshua Drew @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 6:11 PM

If you wish to avoid all of the hassle of a dog that is going through female dog heat symptoms you should consider spaying your animal immediately. While some people believe that you should only spay a female dog after they have gone through their first heat cycle, others don't see any harm in avoiding the process altogether and getting her spayed young. There are many benefits to spaying your female dog aside from the heat cycle. Spaying a dog will help them to live a long and hea... more...

Pets and Animals | By Joshua Drew @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 6:05 PM

If you are interested in breeding your female dog, you will have to learn to recognize the female dog heat symptoms to know when the time is right. The symptoms will be hard to miss, but all dogs are different so you should watch for them carefully. If you are considering breeding your female dog, you should plan to skip the first heat cycle. The first time your dog will experience female dog heat symptoms is likely to be when they are only six months old. Of course, it could be later ... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 4:25 PM

To begin with we will give you some basic info on the breed and them move on to other areas of this excellent dog. Breed group: Gun dog Weight: 33-55 lbs Height: Male 21-24 inches, Female 19-22 inches Overview The Barbet Dog is medium-sized French gun dog. It is believed that the Barbet dog was the first original water dog breed. The origin of this breed is not entirely known, but it is probably crossed with herding stock and some griffon hounds. These dogs are... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 3:52 PM

To begin with we will give you some basic info on the breed and them move on to other areas of this excellent dog. Breed group: Hounds Weight: Male: 44-55; Female: 33-44 lbs Height: Male: 25-29, Female: 23-27 inches Overview The Azawakh are originally from the Sahel region in Africa. They have been developed by the several nomadic tribes that live in the Southern Sahara, as hunting and guard dogs. These dogs' natural abilities are very good in areas such a... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 3:52 PM

To begin with we will give you some basic info on the breed and them move on to other areas of this excellent dog. Breed group: Pinschers Weight: 26-40 lbs Height: 14-20 inches Overview The Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher is a sturdy little dog that is also heavier than its German cousin, the German Pinscher. Austrian Pinschers are conventional Austrian farmer's dogs that was originally developed to drive livestock and also to guard the home. Paintings that ... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 3:42 PM

To begin with we will give you some basic info on the breed and them move on to other areas of this excellent dog. Breed group: Working Weight: male: 110-150, female: 80-120 lbs Height: male: 29, female 27 inches Overview This breed has its origin in Turkey where they have been used as guardian dogs for property and livestock. The Anatolian Shepherd dog is an ancient breed that is more than 6000 years old. These dogs were famous for their capability of making indep... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 3:40 PM

To begin with we will give you some basic info on the breed and them move on to other areas of this excellent dog. Breed group: Terrier Weight: 9-14 lbs Height: 9-11 inches Overview The Australian terrier has its origin in Australia, and is one of the smallest working terrier dogs. It is said that these dogs were crossed with the Irish, the Cairn, the Norwich, the Dandie Dinmont, the Yorkshire, and the Skye Terriers. They were originally used to control rodents... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 3:37 PM

To begin with we will give you some basic info on the breed and them move on to other areas of this excellent dog. Breed group: Mastiff Weight: 49-70 lbs Height: Males 22-23 inches, females 18-20 inches Overview There is not complete agreement on the origin of this breed. The one theory is that the Appenzell Mountain dog is a native breed that dates back to the Bronze Age, and the other is that is descended from the Molossus and the later brought into Switzerla... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 3:37 PM

To begin with we will give you some basic info on the breed and them move on to other areas of this excellent dog. Breed group: Sporting Weight: Male: 30-45, Female: 25-40 Lbs Height: 15-18 Inches Overview Not a lot is known about the origin of the American Water Spaniel. Many regions in the USA claim the development of the breed, but it is most closely identified with the Midwest area, and it is also the official state dog of Wisconsin. The American Water Spaniel ... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 3:36 PM

To begin with we will give you some basic info on the breed and them move on to other areas of this excellent dog. Breed group: Mastiff Weight: 22 -110 lbs Height: 18-22 inches Overview During the 1800s pit bulls and terriers were crossbred and the imported to America from England for dog fighting purposes. This was the beginning of the American Pit Bull terrier. Farmers then used these dogs as working dogs. These dogs were then trained to not attack their owne... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 3:35 PM

To begin with we will give you some basic info on the breed and them move on to other areas of this excellent dog. Breed group: Herding Weight: male: 50-65; female: 40-55 lbs Height: male: 20-23; female: 18-21 inches Overview The Australian Shepherd has its origin in North America were it was developed during the nineteenth century. It is not entirely sure where the "Australian" came from. The English Shepherd, Dorset Blue Shag, Cumberland Sheepdog, Sco... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 15th July 2008 @ 3:34 PM

To begin with we will give you some basic info on the breed and them move on to other areas of this excellent dog. Breed group: Hound Weight: Male: 70-75 lbs; female: 65-70 lbs Height: Male: 22-25 inches; female: 21-24 inches Overview The American foxhound has its descendence directly from the French and English hounds. They were brought to America in 1650, and more than a hundred years later they were bred to a French hound. This dog was sent from Lafayette to Geo... more...