Dachshund puppies must be socialized consistently when young so they learn to be confident, good-mannered dogs that don’t bark or chase inappropriately. Fun Activities for a Dachshund Earthdog Scent walks Nose work Puzzle toys Hide-and-seek with treats Walks Dachshund Grooming Guide Pho...
Avoid human food, as that can cause problems for your dog's health. Make sure your collie has water available to drink at all times. Training and exercise Collies are smart and active dogs. They need regular exercise and plenty of playtime. If they don't get enough activity, they may...
The Brittany breed’s origins come from the Brittany region of France, likely in the 17th century. We all like to show off our fur babies, and the people of that time were no different. Hunting dogs who resemble the Brittany breed show up in paintings and tapestries from around that time...
The tiny Maltese has a sweet personality that makes them great therapy dogs. But more than anything else, they just want a chance to sit in your lap and be close to you. How to Care for a Maltese The Maltese personality is not high-maintenance, but their grooming will need your attentio...
Dogs Let’s face it: Cats don’t have much purpose in life other than chasing moving objects, looking marvelous and soaking up love. Most Domestics are capable of that, which is why our human ancestors did not create a large variety of cat breeds. On the other hand, different dogs ...
Essential Pet Dental Products That Don’t Require Brushing From the collar to the kibble, you’ve purchased all of the necessary accoutrements associated with bringing a new pet into… This Pup Learned to Swim in the Family Bathtub and We’re Smitten It’s a myth that all dogs are bor...
Princess Diana once called them a “moving carpet" always by her mother-in-law's side. Stubby, fluffy little dogs with a high-pitched bark, corgis were the late queen's constant companions since she was a child. She owned nearly 30 throughout her life, and they enjoyed a...
Havanese dogs need a restricted diet, as a pound or two or three, while meager on a large breed (like a Labrador or a German Shepherd), is quite significant on this tiny dog. It is suggested that they be fed a 1/2 to 1 cup of dry dog food daily, divided into two servings. Yo...
While their exact origins are unknown, the history of Dachshunds likely began in Germany around 600 years ago. They were first bred as fierce badger-hunting dogs, which explains the desire to dig that many Dachshunds still have. The surprisingly loud bark Dachshunds often have for such a lit...