The Basset hound holds the record for the world’s longest canine ears. In fact, a Basset hound’s ears are naturally one of his most recognized traits. Most Basset ears drag across the ground as they walk occasionally tripping up the smaller, younger Bassets that haven’t quite adjusted to the ear’s length. The ears also serveContinue reading “Basset Hounds and Their Recording Holding Ears”
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Tips To Protect Your Pet From Getting Lost Or Stolen
A lost pet is considered to be the worst nightmare for a pet owner. If your pet dog happens to chase some rabbit, or decides to investigate an odor, he may have trouble finding his way back home. Your pet could escape by inadvertently slipping off his leash, dig a hole under your yard’s fence,Continue reading “Tips To Protect Your Pet From Getting Lost Or Stolen”
Are You Unintentionally Reinforcing Your Pet’s Phobia?
One essential contributing element to your pet’s phobia might be the unintentional or perhaps even intentional reinforcement that is done over a long period. When an animal is scared, the natural response would be to either flee or fight. A dog that is experiencing fear could realize that he must run and hide so thatContinue reading “Are You Unintentionally Reinforcing Your Pet’s Phobia?”
Why Do Dogs Chase Their Tails
Do you often see your dog chase his tail? While it may seem funny to watch him go round and round, you should know that there are various reasons for this. For all you know, your dog could be suffering from serious health concerns. First, your dog could be suffering from impacted anal sacs orContinue reading “Why Do Dogs Chase Their Tails”
Confident Dogs Have Strong Alpha Leaders
Since dogs are social animals, they will do better in a setting wherein they feel the belongingness of a group or a pack that has a character, mission, and territory. Dogs have this natural instinct of needing to fit in, and you, as the owner, should respect that. If there is no dominant alpha leadingContinue reading “Confident Dogs Have Strong Alpha Leaders”
Punishment Should Not Be Used To Correct A Dog’s Destructive Behavior
When it all comes down to controlling a dog’s destructive behavior, including other possible canine problem behaviors, punishment should never be used. Punishment is in fact, counterproductive, and will not correct behavior issues, rather, it only serves to worsen the situation. Punishment is never going to be appropriate. Punishing misbehavior in a dog gives theContinue reading “Punishment Should Not Be Used To Correct A Dog’s Destructive Behavior”
Allergies Could Cause A Dog To Snore
If your dog snores when he sleeps close to you could mean night after night of lying in bed wide awake, restless, just listening to your pet snoring. Allergies were identified to be a leading factor that makes snoring in dogs worse. There are dogs that are reactive specific allergenic substances around them, and whenContinue reading “Allergies Could Cause A Dog To Snore”
How To Deal With Dog Arthritis
Dogs with arthritis are living quite miserable lives. Because of joint pains, they are unable to move freely. They cannot enjoy the activities that other dogs can do. As the owner, you can help lessen the discomfort brought about by arthritis. Here are some suggestions: Use heating pads to lessen the discomfort brought about byContinue reading “How To Deal With Dog Arthritis”
Possible Causes Why Your Dog Vomits
If your dog vomits suddenly, it might be because he ate something disgusting. Perhaps, it could mean that there is something in your dog’s gastrointestinal tract causing a blockage, or bloating that is the result of the stomach twisting. Dogs are scavengers by nature, and will not hesitate to try and eat any food orContinue reading “Possible Causes Why Your Dog Vomits”
Quick Steps to Clip Fido’s Nails
One part of your dog’s grooming routine that you can easily do at home is nail trims. All you’ll need is the right tools and a little patience. Read on to find out how to clip your dog’s nails. Pick up a nail trimmer made specifically for dogs, a styptic powder, and a fewContinue reading “Quick Steps to Clip Fido’s Nails”
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