It was a week before spring break, and my cousin, from Notus, Idaho, had come down to visit. We were planning on going to Lava Hot Springs to sit in the hot pools, after school. But that all changed in a matter of seconds. We were all sitting in my living room talking about what the plan for the day was. When my old black lab, named Shadow, started to attack my red lad puppy, named Benelli. Shadow always attacked Benelli, because Shadow didn’t like puppies or other male dogs. So I did what we…
Chihuahua pups are actually a type of breed of dog that is named after the state in Mexico. While why they are named after that state is quite dubious, there seemed to be a connection with the dog and the state in Mexico as the first few progenitors of the Chihuahua were found there. As dogs, they are known to be one of the smallest size dogs in the world, with the biggest ones in the world growing as high as 15 inches in height. Popularly known as handbag dogs, many women owners of the dog are…
Dog grooming isn't just about keeping your pooch pretty. In fact, giving your puppy a bath, cleaning out its ears and trimming its nails are all parts of basic pet care. If you don't have time to take care of these things, then Kayla's Posh Pets Grooming & Boutique in Cincinnati, OH will take care of it for you. These dog grooming pros can even schedule routine services, guaranteeing that your four-legged friend is healthy and clean day in and day out. Here are just a few reasons why dog…
Picking out just one brand from the many available dog food brands can sometimes be a daunting task for a dog owner. There are hundreds of options on the shelves at your local pet supply store that are all offering to provide your dog with the nutrition that he needs in order to live a long and healthy life. The reality is that just like there are people junk foods, there are several brands of dog food that can be considered junk foods. They will likely have a lot of fillers that hold little to…
Dogs have helped humans live lives to the fullest. They get people out into the world, and helping people tackle depression, and anxiety. Dogs can even help with therapy, and you might think that dogs are just house pets. Even though dogs are just regular pets, they have the power to make our lives better. Dogs can help children and adults with symptoms like depression. All around the world people ranging from different ages suffer from severe depression and anxiety. Depression is the most…
This could be directed towards other animals or even people. This may be due to not being properly socialized as a puppy as well as because of the breed itself. Again from the class lectures, the socialization period is generally between 22-84 days and this is when there is a fast development of social behavior patterns. Also, experience and familiarity with other animals in this stage helps to lessen…
In my opinion, fifteenth-century Europe is an inspiring chapter to read. Not only because of the remarkable artworks, but also because of the fact that many people in this period rose to power through their own accomplishments instead of inheritance. One of the famous paintings during this time that caught my attention is the portrait of Giovanni Arnolfini and a woman standing next to him who is believed by many as his wife. What interests me about this is the number of different interpretations…
dogs as their pet and as a companion, they can benefit in being familiar with different kinds of dog breeds and effective ways in training them. The Akita dogs are recognizable with their curled tail and bear shaped head that is best characterized by the Spitz breeds. They are easy going dogs with a laid back personality which makes them an excellent pet in the family. In training this kind of breed, it is important that they know who the boss is because these dogs tend have a strong will…
Dogs have always been man's best friend. Nowadays, however, human-canine relations have been rather strained mainly because of apartment living. Many people today live in condominiums or apartment building where pets aren't allowed. Because of this, people realize that they either need to get another place or to get one of the robot dogs that many companies are selling today. There is, however, an alternative -many people today are getting "toy" pet dos like silky terriers. These "toy" dogs…
Fearful Dogs - Give Your Pooch Confidence When your family decided it was ready for a dog, you decided to rescue one from a shelter; however, when you went to get it, your husband was working. You and your kids selected what you thought was the perfect choice and brought your new friend home. A not-so-pleasant surprise happened when your husband came home – your new dog was terrified by him. Your husband didn’t do a thing – he just walked in, and the dog ran for cover. Now what? Fearful Dogs…