The first time my Shih Tzu started snoring, it was cute. Then, it became distressing and difficult to deal with. Do you have a dog that snores? In my case, my dog snored every night because of a physical defect. This condition is common among dogs with short noses. They are called “Brachycephalic” or short-snout which gives them breathing problems like shortness of breath, high blood pressure, and snoring. However, you can’t just let it alone even if you know that you dog ...
The Rottweiler is a fierce, tough-looking dog. It can cause knees to shake and people to run away in fear. Its powerful face and lithe body makes Superman look like a baby. The reality is, this dog breed is at odds with its face and body. It is gentle and loving; loyal and courageous. The media hype about the risks of being near a Rottie is too much, and very unfair to this dog breed. Surely you heard the story about a Rottie saving a British woman from being killed by her assailant, ...
Dirty Tricks To Avoid When Hiring a Border Collie Trainer If I were a trainer, I would definitely discourage you from training your Dachshund. I would a job if everyone starting doing this. However, since I’m not a trainer nor a breeder, I’m all for trying anything new with dogs. There are a few characteristics you should have if you want to train your dog. Here is my list: Patience - This is not something you can pick up along the way. You either have it or ...
If you're contemplating hiring a trainer for your Border Collie, there are a few dirty tricks you should be aware of. It will help you know what to watch out for from sleazy trainers, and narrow down your efforts to finding the real deal. While searching for a trainer, don't limit your initial selection. Get as many names as you can. You can get names from breeders, neighbors, dog clubs, and the internet. In fact, if you're from Queensland, you don’t have to stay within that area. There ...
Not many people know much about the Chow Chow dog breed, mainly because they constitute a smaller population than other dog breeds. In 1999, the estimated population was below 17,000. In 2010, it ranked no. 63 in a population survey among all dogs worldwide. If you look at photos of this breed, you will see the resemblance between this dog and the wolf. As history states, it is a direct descendant of the wolf, and one of the oldest known dog breeds. They have a double coat and a purple ...