DOGS | The latest information and tips on how to train and socialize dogs so that they can become part of your family with ease.
Your dog has been a loving, loyal companion for a long time. Now, you start to notice that as your dog is aging, he or she is not as active as before, or not quite as attentive. Perhaps he or she is sleeping a lot more lately, or having accidents in the house after years…
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Inside your dog is the soul of a wolf. Over 30,000 years ago nomads domesticated wolves because they needed them to protect them while they hunted. Wolves were amenable to this arrangement because they were fed in return. The socialised dogs we have today are the result of continuous breeding throughout the centuries, and the…
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When the Botha family lost their beloved schnauzer Joey, they were devastated. He had grown old and also suffered a variety of debilitating illnesses. Although the family had agreed that they had done the right thing at the right time, their decision to euthanize him hit each member of the family hard. It also affected…
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The minute you bring a dog into your home you begin to understand just how special your four-legged friend really is: your dog doesn’t judge or hold a grudge; and more often than not, she’s pretty happy to follow your lead, wherever that may be. Naturally, you want to do everything in your power to…
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You might not think that your pooch can love you even more...
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Fleas, ticks and parasites are the last thing you want on your dog.
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Sometimes it feels like you need to be psychic in order to understand your four-legged friend. You may find yourself wondering: What does that bark mean? Does that growl mean he or she is angry or scared? What is he or she trying to tell me with that whimpering? “Dog talk” can be really confusing…
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You might be feeling anxious about taking your dog for a visit to the vet, whether for a routine exam or for a specific health concern. You have to consider the car ride, the waiting room – and then the actual exam itself. And if you’re feeling nervous about all of these things, imagine how…
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Your dog may very well be the most cuddly creature on earth. You probably don’t mind having your dog sleeping in bed with you. It’s a sign of pure love and affection. It’s also an excellent opportunity to pay close attention to all the ways your dog can communicate with you through body language. Understanding…
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The minute you bring a dog into your home you begin to understand just how special your four-legged friend really is: your dog doesn’t judge or hold a grudge; and more often than not, she’s pretty happy to follow your lead, wherever that may be. Naturally, you want to do everything in your power to…
5 MIN READ
You might not think that your pooch can love you even more...
5 MIN READ
Fleas, ticks and parasites are the last thing you want on your dog.
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