Dogs

As old age approaches our pets’ senses will begin to deteriorate. Often a loss in cognitive function and even some motor skills will slow them down to become quiet and withdrawn. We can help our seniors to feel better by ensuring they have what they...

This behaviour is said to have began in pre-systolic times. Wild dogs and wolfs found this to be a very practical or even life saving technique. The dogs would travel together in packs and sleep out in the open. To ensure a good nights rest...

This breed is often referred to as the “Apollo of Dogs” and was created in Germany.  It was bred for hunting, it elegant appearance and huge size which all contribute to its landed gentry. This breed is very popular amongst Americans today because of these...

The Golden Retriever is classified within the sporting category of dogs. Initially bred for hunting companionship and used to retrieve waterfowl. Making an excellent house pet the Golden Retriever is obedient, loving and extremely faithful. Traits •    Weight: Males: 29-34 kg, Females: 27-32 kg •  ...

The German Shepherd Dog that is large in size is classified under working dogs and is part of the herding group. If the name did not already give it away, German Shepherd's were initially from Germany and were used to herd and guard sheep. This...

A very well known breed the Dalmatian is most prized for its white coat spotted with either brown or black markings. This is a very active breed and was historically used as carriage dogs and at a time was even bred to run with horses...

There are two variations of Cocker Spaniels: the American Cocker Spaniel and the English Cocker Spaniel. These two types are different but can both be tracked back to the mid-19th century, England. In the beginning they were bred for hunting small wild animals but today...

Ear infections are a common health problem in dogs, being caused by allergies, yeast, ear mites, bacteria, hair growth deep in the ear canal and more. External ear infection (external otitis) is an ear infection of the ear canal, with approximately 80% of these infections...