Be One With the Puppy
While a full advocate of dog obedience training even at the young age of puppy, it needs to be said that like children, dogs are only a puppy for a very short period of time. Yes, it's a time for training and socialization and housebreaking and everything else that goes along with owning a puppy.
Friday, 9th March 2007

How to Prepare for Your New Puppy
One of the most exciting events for a family or an individual is bringing home a new puppy. Unfortunately, many people don't organize themselves or their home for the new arrival. There are several things that can be done to make your puppy's first few hours in its new home pleasant and enjoyable.
Friday, 9th February 2007


2 Items to Insist From Your Breeder When Buying a Puppy
Written Guarantee: Good breeders provide written guarantees against genetic disease. It is essential to get a guarantee on the hips and eyes of your pup, given the epidemics of hip dysplasia and various forms of progressive blindness among the nation's dogs.
Saturday, 13th January 2007

Getting a Dog? How to Choose the Perfect Match For Your Family
You know when you see a puppy your heart jumps and you just fall in love with it and your mind takes a back seat; but most people forget adopting a puppy or dog is a huge responsibility. Adding a puppy to your household is like having a baby.
Wednesday, 20th December 2006

Take Five: Five Tips to Track Down Your Canine Soul Mate
There is a right and a wrong way to pick a pooch. The process is a little like dating. The few who find fulfillment in love are those who use their hearts and their heads. There is a special kind of nirvana when a person connects with their canine soul mate. They weren't fooling when they called dog "man's best friend."
Friday, 15th December 2006

Bringing a New Pup Home
So you got a little cutie puppy in your hand. He looks so cute with his little sweet nose and playful eyes. So what next? Naturally, you'll take the little one home...Wait for a second. It may not be as easy as it seems.
Wednesday, 8th November 2006

Choosing a Family Dog - Which Breeds Are Good With Children?
When choosing a dog for a family, it's important to choose a breed carefully. Particularly nervous or highly strung breeds would not be great around children, particularly younger kids.
Friday, 27th October 2006

Buying a Puppy - How to Buy a Good Dog For Life
First of all, I would advise you to read my article about choosing a dog before you start thinking about buying a puppy. This will help you think about what kind of dog and what aged dog will fit in with you, your family and your lifestyle, both present and future.
Thursday, 26th October 2006

The Truth About Pet Store Puppies
Ever wonder why so many pet store puppies are sick or become sick within weeks of bringing them home? The truth about pet store puppies is disturbing. If you're an animal lover, the following paragraphs will be difficult to read, but simply doing just that could potentially spare a life.
Thursday, 12th October 2006

Are Your Really Ready for a Puppy?
Your kids want a puppy. All your neighbors have dogs. It's the great American Dream (for children, anyway) to have a dog like Lassie.
Wednesday, 4th October 2006

Important Information When Picking A Dog
When it comes to picking a dog, there's a lot more involved than the joy you feel as you stare down at that cute little face staring back at you. And it's not only the way your kids play with the puppy as their faces light up.
Wednesday, 30th August 2006

Making Your Home Puppy Proof
Puppies are super cute and so much fun to have around. They are filled with energy and curious about everything around them.
Wednesday, 17th May 2006

How to Choose a Hypoallergenic Dog
For people that love dogs, yet have allergic reactions to them, there is a simple alternative. If you can’t do without a four legged “friend,” choosing a hypoallergenic dog is the best alternative.
Friday, 12th May 2006

5 Ways to Tell That You're Not Ready to Own a Dog
If any of the following 5 statements ring true, you should re-examine your reasons for wanting a dog and your ability to properly care for one.
Wednesday, 10th May 2006

Puppy Mills, Pet Stores, Shelters and Breeders
There are many ways to acquire a new dog and some methods are definitely better than others. Puppy mills, pet stores, shelters and dog breeders are the most common sources of new pets for most people. Carefully examine the nature of each of these venues before buying a dog.
Monday, 8th May 2006