Crate training is an essential part of taking care of a dog. A crate provides a dog with security, safety, and comfort inside the house and when traveling in a vehicle. One common problem you may have to deal with in crate training is when your pet eliminates inside the crate, which happens when the crate has too much space that allows a dog to allocate a spot to potty. Avoid using absorbent beddings as these will make the crate conducive for your pet to eliminate. Ensure that the crate you will...

INTRODUCTION Move is a four-letter word and by the way, so does the word hate. Most of us hate moving to a new place as there is a lot of hassle involved with packing and unpacking. Now moving can be a dreadful experience as there is the stress of planning everything from deciding what to pack and arranging transportation. Now even our four-legged friend who is uprooted with the surrounding of your old home may find it difficult to adjust and it may be downright traumatic. Dog poop service...

‘King’ is not officially part of the Afghan hound’s name, but it’s a nickname he has picked it over time. Why? It is said that the Afghan hound is one of the world’s oldest dog breeds. In fact, there are legends and fables that they the Afghan hound that was on the ark with Noah in Biblical days. In modern times, the Afghan hound can be traced to ancient Afghanistan. There are some cave in the Northern parts of Afghanistan that feature drawings of the hound. What does this king of cani...

In much the same way that we require oral hygiene, our dogs need it too. As they tend to chew on anything, tooth decay and acquiring dangerous bacteria will be common to them. This will lead to a loss of appetite because of difficulty in eating. To prevent these complications, introduce a dental hygiene program to your dog’s routine. It’s important to do this when he’s still young so he gets used to the sensation. When you’re inspecting your dog’s mouth, look for signs of decay, which ...

Your dog is an excellent companion and understanding her is something you take great pride in. This makes you wonder – why does she tend to chase her tail from time to time? Your little fur ball may be chasing her tail because is it simply something to do. She may need an activity to take part in and sees her tail out of the corner of her eye, offering her a way to entertain herself ang get a bit of exercise. She may be curious about this part of her body and chasing her tail may be her way...

The moment you get a little dog in your home, right from then onwards you start to fall in love with them. Raising and tending them is a beautiful journey, apart from taking care of their basics, an owner probably thinks about adorning them with beautiful dog clothes. Likewise, one cannot underestimate the convenience of having accessories that look cool and score high on utility factor. The right pick can add a lot of style to their wardrobes. If you are planning to go beyond buying a general...

Do you have your dog’s travel paper on hand in case you need to leave the country, travel by plane, train, ship, etc.? It’s generally a good idea to have a copy of your dog’s travel papers at all times in case you need to go somewhere. So what are the travel papers? Different states require different documentation. In general, however, travel papers are papers from a professional veterinarian stating that the animal is free of disease and is current on all vaccinations. This may come in th...

Having a dog as a pet provides you with loyalty, affection and love. Dogs are great family companions and also companions of people that live alone. Continue on for some excellent tips about understanding how to properly care for your dog. It's very important to make sure that your home is safe for a dog. Take the time to tour your home with an eye for safety before you introduce your dog to your home. All cleaning materials and drugs must be put away, and put your trash receptacle inside a cab...