The Japanese Akita Dog
The Japanese Akita is not a suitable dog as a normal family pet. It was originally bred in the Akita Prefecture in Japan, as a hunting dog, for deer, wild boar and even bears. For this purpose, it required to be a large, strong dog with confident, dominant tendencies and an independent nature.
Wednesday, 12th March 2008

What Makes a Beagle Famous
Do you know Snoopy, coined as the world's famous beagle? The cartoon character Snoopy became so popular among kids and even among adults.
Sunday, 9th March 2008


The Parson Russell Terrier - Loyal and Energetic
When you're looking for a new addition to your family that is loyal and energetic, the Parson Russell Terrier, also known as the Jack Russell Terrier, is the perfect pet to consider.
Saturday, 10th March 2007

Maltese Training: How to Stop Your Maltese From Chewing
Chewing is a common problem in all dogs. Your Maltese is chewing because he may be bored, lonely or stressed. If you have a Maltese puppy that chews, he could be teething.
Thursday, 1st February 2007

Keeping Your Golden Retriever Healthy
Keeping your golden retriever healthy can also mean keeping his immune system in good condition. This helps him fend off diseases easily and prevent him from being sick at some point of his life. There are many ways to improve the immune system of our dogs.
Wednesday, 31st January 2007

Adopt a Greyhound! They are Docile and Great with Children
This breed dates back to ancient history for Pharaohs rated Greyhounds first amongst all animals, both as pets and hunters. Paintings of dogs similar to today's Greyhound existed over 4,000 years ago.
Wednesday, 10th January 2007

Wolf Pack Territorial Fight
We have been taking glimpses into wild wolf society to help us understand dog instinctive behavior (both good and bad) that we observe in our pets. We find fascinating organization and rigid structure in wild wolf society, with swift, consistent, fair discipline and clearly drawn lines of leadership, support, and boundaries.
Monday, 25th December 2006

The Chihuahua Pomeranian Hybrid Dog Mix
Sometimes called a Pomchi or even a Chiranian, the Chihuahua Pomeranian mix is not a breed itself, but is a mixture of a Pomeranian and a Chihuahua. Mixing these two breeds can make for a pretty darn cute little dog!
Saturday, 23rd December 2006

Boston Terriers: Top Dog Breed
Boston Terriers are the top dog breed in many different respects. Bostons--or BTs--as many Boston owners often refer to them, are considered on-top for a variety of reasons.
Sunday, 10th December 2006

Alaskan Husky - The Facts Every Owner of this Dog Breed Should Know
The Alaskan Husky is not truly a 'breed' of dog in the traditional sense. The name is actually a classification for this working and sled dog. There is no written breed standard for Alaskan Huskies and it is not a registered breed or show dog.
Friday, 3rd November 2006

Roodles and Labradoodles - Buyer Beware
Celebrities like Paris Hilton may carry their dogs in their Gucci handbags, accessorized to the glittering collar. But the recent trend in designer dogs seems to suggest that everyday people are catching this unfortunate trend.
Monday, 30th October 2006

What to Consider When Buying a Chow Chow
You've asked a few friends and Chow Chow owners about the temperament and ease of looking after a pet of this breed, and you've received many encouraging replies. Now, you feel encouraged to look out only for a Chow Chow. So, where do you go looking for one and how do you go about it?
Saturday, 21st October 2006

Australian Shepherd: As Good As its German Variety
Australian Shepherd is every bit as graceful as its more famous German variety. And like German Shepherd, these too, are bred as herd dogs, trained and nourished to take care of cattle. Also referred to as "Aussie", they first appeared in Australia in the early 1800s and come in colors ranging from near black to blue merle.
Friday, 20th October 2006

Is The German Shepherd The Perfect Dog For You?
Originating from the Bavaria region, the German Shepherd was bred from local Shepherd dogs and originally contained a wire haired version as well. This dog was first registered in 1899 and has been a popular family pet and show dog ever since.
Wednesday, 18th October 2006

Favorite Dog Breeds in 2006
Every year the American Kennel Club releases the number of dogs registered for each dog breed, and that information is used to discover the favorite dog breeds in the United States for that year.
Friday, 13th October 2006