12 tendencies of good dog breeders ( or how to spot a puppy mill)
The best dog breeders…. Have the dam present with the litter Keep the dogs indoors with their family Don’t breed mixed breed dogs. Don’t take Visa Don’t make their living selling pets Don’t breed dogs whose previous litters had birth defects Have vet...
Tips for Training Dogs
Buy the right dog for the right job All dog breeds are not the same. Herding breeds like border collies tend to be the most challenging. Some breeds are much easier to train than others, some breeds are just kind of dumb. Choose carefully. Insider Tip: virtually...
Let Slip the Dogs of Work!
Dogs at work, can work. Follow these seven tips for making bringing your dog to work, work for everyone.
The Benefits of Adopting Your Next Pet
If you are thinking of adding a new pet into your household, please consider adopting from a shelter or rescue organization. There are many benefits of adoption versus purchasing from a breeder or pet store. You can save a life. Between 3-6 million animals are...
When should dogs and cats be neutered?
My answer for most cases is 6 months of age. For female dogs and cats spaying prior to the first heat seems to protect them from mammary cancer. Most come into heat around 8 months so don't wait too long. Male cats? 6 months of age is before they start...
Dogs need time more than dogs need space
I was in a class recently on dog behavior. We were taught that dogs really really want to be with you all the time. This is not news to most of us dog owners but you can prove it to yourself- leave the back door open and see where your dog spends his time. Unless...