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- Dog Breed of the Week: Border Collie
The Border Collie is one of the most intelligent and agile of all dogs. Sadly, this breed is often misunderstood - some think it is hyperactive, destructive and difficult to train. The truth is quite the opposite. The Border Collie, or BC is among the easiest dogs to train if you know what you are doing. If not, you will have a dog with so much pent up energy, that he must find another way to release it (perhaps by ripping up your couch or running off through the neighborhood). The key to keeping a BC happy is to give him a job to do. "Eager to please" hardly describes the dynamic BC. These dogs are driven! Plus, they make affectionate and loyal companions.
Border Collies are often seen as champion disc dogs, agility competitors and herders. Why? Because the combination of their smarts and fervor is the perfect recipe for success in dog sports. BCs are naturally athletic, agile and brainy. If you get a Border Collie and treat him right, you will have a canine soul-mate for life. BCs bond very closely with their humans, especially if they participate in activities together.
Are you enamored with the amazing Border Collie? Tell us about yours, and submit your photos!
Photo by Doug Pensinger / Getty Images
- Be Safe for the Fourth
Independence Day is this Saturday, and many of us will be celebrating all weekend long. As fun as it may be to spend the holiday with your dog, make sure you are in a dog-friendly environment. There are various summertime hazards that can cause harm to your dog, so be aware of the following:
Fireworks: Besides the obvious danger of physical injury from fireworks, your dog can be very frightened by loud noises. This can cause her to become quite anxious, and she may even run away and become lost. Read what Dr. Janet Crosby, Guide to Veterinary Medicine says about noise phobias.
Dangerous Foods: The Fourth of July was made for grilling, and there will be many tasty morsels around that your dog wants. If guests don't know better than to keep their food to themselves and throw garbage in the appropriate places, your dog could get into something dangerous. Hot dogs, hamburgers and other fatty or rich foods can make your dog sick. Or, your dog could choke on discarded bones (especially chicken bones). There are also many people foods that are poisonous to dogs, so be careful.
Heatstroke: Despite all the precautionary words, dogs are still dying from heatstroke every day. You dog can overheat so much faster that you, so use caution when it's hot outside. Stay near her and watch her closely. If you're in doubt, leave your dog indoors and out of harm's way.
Now you are armed to protect your dog, so have fun this weekend and all summer long. You can still include your dog in your plans if you know how to keep her safe. So, what are your plans this weekend?
Photo by William Thomas Cain/Stringer/Getty Images
PRWeb: Home and Family Pets
Latest news releases for Home and Family Pets from PRWeb
- Enjoy a Ventura Beach Vacation at the Pet-Friendly Ventura Beach Marriott
Traveling with pets just got easier this summer at the Ventura Beach Marriott. With the Furry Friends Stay Free package guests and their pets receive deluxe accommodations, a welcome pet gift including a canine treat, a ball or Frisbee, and a pet towel. (PRWeb Jul 3, 2009)
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2600024.htm
- Miss Fido Manners Provides Petiquette Advice To Dog Owners About Behaving At ...
In recent years, dog access to beaches has been curtailed because dog owners have disregarded public laws and have created nuisances with their pets. As a result the beaches that still allow dogs should be treasured and cared for like rare jewels. Charlotte Reed, the author of The Miss Fido Manners Complete Book of Dog Etiquette, gives dog owners tips for behaving at the beach. (PRWeb Jul 3, 2009)
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2600244.htm
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Indulge Your Deserving Dog
The Affenpinscher is alert, gentle, intelligent, affectionate and always ready to defend his humans from strangers.
As some people put it, for every year a dog passes through, they’re
actually aging seven years in human terms. With time passing this fast for
your four-footed friend, it’s important that you have some familiarity
with older dog health issues. |
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10 FAMOUS CHIHUAHUAS
Tinkerbell, Paris Hilton’s on-again pup
Scab, John Gebhardt’s pup
Bit Bit, Britney Spears’ pup
Bruiser, Elle Woods’ pup in Legally Blonde
Gidget, The Taco Bell mascot
Ren Höek of Ren & Stimpy
Wheely Willy, a motivational “speaker”
Tito from Oliver & Company
Taquito, a volleyball mascot at the University of Puerto Rico
The Spooky Chihuahua from Invader Zim
Do dogs sense things differently than humans do? Well, yes and no. Dogs
share the same basic senses with us: they see, hear, touch, smell and taste.
But the level of their senses is different – an important distinction
when you’re trying to figure out just
what your dog is doing. |
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WHO'S A HOT DOG NOW?
 Meeko,
a 7 year old Maltepoo and former shelter dog, agreed to "paws"
for an interview.
Favorite food: raw hamburger
Least favorite: carrots
Last read: The Tinkerbell Hilton Diaries
Submit your own
and interview.
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Jack Russell Terriers aren’t exactly hard to find in Hollywood. You’ve
probably seen one of these cute, scrappy dogs on TV (remember the Jack Russell
terrier in Frasier?), where they show up as family pets in sitcoms
and commercials. But good looks aside, is a Jack
Russell Terrier the right dog for your family? |
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