Category: Dog Behavior

3 Little Known Facts About American Bullys

  American bullys are lovable, patient, good-hearted dogs that are happy to just be near you and love to go where adventure takes them. They are wonderful dogs for a small family provided they help their bully get plenty of socialization and training. Bullys are sweet animals but can easily…

Three Little Known Facts About The Belgian Malinois

The Belgian Malinois is an adaptable, protective, and extremely lovable dog that can be perfect for many families. They are sweet and gentle around those they love and protect but can become fierce if they feel they or their family is threatened. They are more than just a fantastic guard…

3 Little Known Facts About American Bulldogs

Love Socialization Bulldogs are not the same bulldogs shown in Tom and Jerry cartoons. These animals love to be around people and would rather do anything but mope all day in a doghouse. Though they can become lethargic they adore playing with their family and finding new adventures. That being…

National Train Your Dog Month

This month is national dog training month so we wanted to offer a few tips and tricks to help Fido figure out sit, stay, and fetch without all the stress that can come with it. What You Need Treats and treat bags are wonderful incentives for your dog to listen…

3 Little Known Facts About Labrador Retrievers

Gentle Jaws Because labs are game retrievers they can hold prey in their mouth without damaging the meat or pelt. They can even hold an egg in their mouth without cracking it. Labs enjoy the responsibility given to them by having prey or a toy in their mouth. It means…

3 Little Known Facts About Shichon Teddy Bear…

Often used and bred as therapy dogs Shichon puppies are a designer breed picked for their stature, weight, and calm temperament. For children who have a handicap these mellow, sweet dogs can be the perfect companion that help their owner. Teddy bear puppies were also bred for their patience. They…

3 Signs of Aggression to Watch for in…

Aggression can be categorized into dominant or defensive aggression. Hostility can be brought on by several different variables such as fear, pain, environment, breed, and health. Depending on their behavior and reasoning you can see if the aggression is dominant or defensive. Dominant Aggression Signs of dominant aggression include urinating…

Three Reasons for a Yorkie

When considering what breed of dog is for you, you mustn’t underestimate the toy dog breeds. As little, and as adorable, as they are, they are still brilliant companions who are intelligent, obedient, and immensely enjoyable to have around. In fact, many argue that toy dogs, as a “lap dog”…

Golden Labrador Retrievers: A Good Family Pet?

Golden Labs: The Ideal Family Pet A Golden Retriever is a classic breed, one which many families choose to bring into their home as a family dog for years, if not decades. They are widely used in media to be the family dog in film and television, and not without…

Saint Bernards

What to know about Saint Bernards. How to find out if a Saint Bernard is right for you. Saint Bernards were bred and used in a monastery in Switzerland. These gentle giants were used to predict avalanches and save victims who were caught in the snow. Because of their large…

3 Little Known Facts About Yorkie-pin puppies

Teasers:   Yorkie-pins are not your stereotypical lap dog   Learn more about your new friend   Hybrid between Yorkshire terrier and Miniature Pinscher and inherited every sweet and affectionate trait from their purebred parents. These little love bugs are perfect for apartment living and small family homes with older…

History of the Belgian Malinois

The “perfect shepherd dog,” may not be whom you expect. Lovable and extremely intelligent: The Malinois is the perfect family companion. Originally bred in the city of Maline, Belgium, the malinois was meant to be the “perfect shepherd dog.” Now their popularity has grown as a wonderful guard dog and…