Articles — Dog

Table of Contents Proper Dog Breeding Things to Know Before Dog Breeding Pre-Breeding Health Checks You Should Know Other Consideration How to Find the Best Mate before It’s too Late AKC Registration Stud Contracts The Mating Process The Genetics of Dog Breeding Artificial Insemination The Proper Way to Handle Dog Pregnancy Good Puppy Care Weaning Finding Homes for the Puppies Proper Dog Breeding Preparation for Dog Breeding Dog breeding is not easy. Although it can be fun, a lot of work is involved in ensuring that the process goes smoothly, with the end result being the creation of quality puppies...

Pet crates provide you and your Labrador with a ton of benefits. Many people think it is cruel to crate a dog but, in fact, it is very beneficial. Crating your beloved lab can give them a place to sleep and rest when they want some time to themselves. It is also a fantastic way to toilet train your dogs if they are young or have been introduced to a new environment. In addition, if you ever plan on traveling with your dog, pet crates are more than necessary. Labradors are cute and friendly dogs, so you will want them...

Having a dog toy that is indestructible is difficult to find but is essential if you don’t want to keep wasting money on new toys. If you are a dog owner, you will know just how violent dogs can be with their toys and if you have a young active dog, new toys will last but a matter of minutes. There are a lot of toys that are advertised on the market for being tough and tear-proof but, in my experience, they haven’t stood up to their promises. In most cases, they are destroyed in a few days and these...

Table of Contents Sleeping Arrangements Eating Habits Pets that Dress Like People Humanizing - It is Nothing New The Psychology of the Matter The Dog Pack Are you Doing Your Dog an Injustice? Just because your dog sleeps in the bed with you, eats at the table with you, and has a full wardrobe doesn’t mean you’re humanizing your dog.  Or...does it? Maybe you’ve come to grips with the fact that you are guilty as charged.  You admit that you do indeed treat your dog like a human.  What on earth could be wrong with that?  He makes your world...

  So, you’ve decided to get a four-legged, wet nose buddy to warm your heart.  Owning a dog will no doubt fill your world with lots of love and laughter.  In fact, it’s been proven that having one around can lift depression and may actually add years to your life.  Becoming a pet parent is a huge commitment.  It’s a responsibility that requires a lot of commitment on your part.  It’s always wise to paws before you leap so you can be sure the fur-baby you bring home is the best fit for you and your family, and for the...