No Christmas Puppies!

More than once, you have probably heard the statement, "No Christmas puppies." The Westie Club of America as well as AKC promote this on their websites. Why?

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Preliminary Animal Health Notification

FDA Continues To Receive Complaints about Chicken Jerky Products for Dogs and Cautions Consumers

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to caution consumers of a potential association between the development of illness in dogs and the consumption of chicken jerky products also described as chicken tenders, strips or treats. 

Most Popular Dog!

American Kennel Club (AKC) is the largest registry for purebred dogs in the world. According to AKC litter registrations, the Labrador Retriever as been the number one pup for at least the last 10 years.

 

Most Popular Name!

For the second year in a row the name "Max" has taken top honors as the nation's most popular pet name according to research by Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI).

 

Are You Thinking of Buying a Puppy?

There are some considerations that you need to make before buying a puppy. How do you decide then on what type of breed is suitable for you?

 

     

Dog Training Tips That Work

There are many, many ways to approach training your dog. But if you're doing it yourself, you definitely don't want to waste time or effort, right? So here are 4 time-crunching, zero-wasted-effort dog training tips that will work.

 

8 Great Reasons to Use a Crate

When you were growing up, did your friends have dogs?  Were these dogs housetrained and generally well-behaved?  Odds are the answer is, "Yes".  Then I ask you, were these dogs kept in cages?  Odds are your answer is "Never".

 

Always Stay Patient and Gentle

You must always treat your dog with respect and kindness. Never, ever hit, kick, or otherwise antagonize or attack your dog.

 

Naming Your Dog

How do you go about naming your dog? You might want to observe your new pet for a few days and see if the personality suggests a name.

 

Bathing Your Dog Can Be A Happy Experience

One of the most important facets of taking care of your dog properly is learning how to bathe him. It can create a stressful situation and you can end up hating the time you spend bathing your dog, just as much as your dog hates being bathed.

 

Anxious Pup Calming Aids

Your dog may get upset or engage in destructive behaviors when you leave him alone. Separation anxiety is a serious problem which can cause tremendous emotional distress for both dogs and owners.

 

Flea Product Comparison

Confused about flea protection? This FAQ compares all the currently available flea control products to assist you in determining which is right for your situation.

 

What's In A Male Pup's Name?

What is in a dog's name? There are lists of common dog names, but...what do they mean? Are certain dog names associated with certain characteristics and traits?

 

What's In A Female Pup's Name?

A list of the top 30 female dogs names were compiled by Veterinary Pet Insurance from over 300,000 policy holders. See the characteristics associated with each name.

 

     

Dental Care For Your Dog

To prevent these health problems, good dental care is necessary. Regular visits to the veterinarian with oral exam, veterinary dental cleaning as well as daily home care are part of the quest for your dog's healthy teeth.

 

Dog Behavior Training For Destructive Chewing

One of the many things you have to deal with in bringing your pet into your house is the problem of dog behavior training for destructive chewing.

 

Pet Lover's Pet Shop

Shop for pet supplies, treats, meds, as well as other gifts for the pet lover.

 

Pet Lover's Book Store

The Pet Lover's Book Store offers a wide variety of books for the dog and cat lover. You can find hundreds of titles from the comfort of your home, and order online for fast and convenient home delivery.

The majority of households in the United States today have at least one pet. Over the years we have discovered that one of the greatest joys is the friendship and companionship we receive from our dogs.

 

Cat Supplies

Searching for and gathering your cat's basic supplies is fun and relatively inexpensive. Check out this list of supplies!

Basic Horse Stuff

Horses four years old are considered mature, though the skeleton usually finishes developing at the age of six, and the precise time of completion of development also depends on the horse's size (therefore a connection to breed exists), gender, and the quality of care provided by its owner.

 

Behavior and Sleep Patterns

Horses are prey animals with a well-developed fight-or-flight instinct. Their first response to threat is to startle and usually flee. Horses are able to sleep both standing up and lying down.

 

Sporting and Working Horses

Horses are trained to be ridden or driven in many different sporting events and competitions. There are certain jobs that horses do very well, and no amount of technology appears able to supersede.

 

Care and Riding Horses

Horses are grazing animals, thus their most important dietary need is for abundant good-quality forage from hay or pasture. The most common modern riding style is referred to in the United States as English riding, which is a broad style that encompasses most Olympic Equestrian competition, and includes such specific styles as dressage, hunt seat, show jumping and saddle seat, among many others.