Perhaps you’ve come across a breed selector quiz that asks “Which breed suits you best?” on a dog site which proceeds to ask you several questions. By answering carefully, the results should match you up with dog breeds that are suitable for you and your family. Some sites are much more helpful than others are, […]
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The Cairn Terrier is a feisty small dog (remember ToTo in “The Wizard of Oz”?) that requires a small amount of grooming to keep them looking their sharpest. By grooming your Cairn Terrier at home you can save as much as $50 every four to six weeks. Just follow these step-by-step instructions. Tools: slicker brush, […]
If live in an apartment or a neighborhood where there aren’t many dogs and you want to add a dog to your family, you may want to consider which dog breeds bark a lot in order to avoid offending your neighbors. While proper training can help to stop excessive barking in most dogs, it’s more […]
Terriers are said to be determined or stubborn, depending on perspective. They’re often smart, feisty, active people dogs that do best with discipline and training mixed with positive attention. Is your home an ideal terrier home? This needs an honest evaluation not just “these are cute I want one” – even more so with terriers. […]
Dogs really aren’t so different from us humans; they are susceptible to many of the same diseases and conditions that we are. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a common endocrine system disorder in dogs as well as humans. Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition in which the body is deficient of the hormone insulin, which impairs […]
The best description of a West Highland White Terrier was given by the late great Roger Caras, “When a West Highland White Terrier occupies the same room as you, he will constantly let you know of your good fortune.” This is the kindest way to put it. West Highland White Terriers or “Westies” are sure […]
Bringing your new baby home is pretty exciting. To many people, bringing home a new puppy is like bringing home a new baby. Their puppy is their baby. It is important to have all the little puppy things your new little guy will need to make him a happy puppy. It is also important to […]