Posts by Josh

We all know the adage “dog is man’s best friend” seem to run for ages now. But we have reasons enough to consider our dogs as vital parts of our daily existence. They seem to have this special character to display love and loyalty, not to mention a unique fun that we can only witness from them. That’s why, as much as possible, we will do everything we can to give them the best treatment and best health care, just like we do for our family members. Come to think of it- we even provide them their own insurance! In ... Read more

Heartworms in dogs (Latin name Dirofilaria immitis) are parasitic worms that are common in both dogs and cats. Like their name suggests, they live in the dog’s heart, normally free-floating in the right ventricle and nearby blood vessels. Heartworms in dogs are transmitted from dog to dog by mosquitoes which pass the worm larvae through their saliva. The presence of heartworms can be very dangerous to the dog’s health. Although the dog will not display signs of infection until it has progressed considerably, heartworms can be life threatening and are sometimes difficult to detect and diagnose. Signs of Heartworm Infection ... Read more

A lot of dog owners face various problems when their female dogs behave in an odd way when in heat, or due to the troublesome neighborhood male dogs that start hovering around her at this time. To combat such problems, it is essential that you equip yourself with information about the dog heat cycle. You should also have adequate information on pregnancy in dogs, their gestation period, and about getting them spayed or neutered. This will be beneficial for your dog’s health as well as her safety. Dog owners often find it difficult to recognize their dogs’ heat period and ... Read more

The process of weaning, wherein puppies graduate from nursing to eating on their own, is considered the first step towards a healthy future. While some dog breeders are in favor of weaning at 4 weeks, others feel it’s better done at 6 weeks. If the puppies are weaned too early, it may have a negative impact on their health as their digestive system is not developed enough to handle solid food. If they don’t get the required amount of nutrients from their mother’s milk, it will make them vulnerable to infections, like the canine parvovirus (CPV) infection. How to Wean ... Read more

Becoming a dog trainer is a popular choice of occupation, especially amongst animal lovers. With the increasing number of dog adoptions, the demand for certified trainers is also on the rise. If you are an avid animal lover or have always wanted a job that involves being around animals, then dog training is the right career choice for you. Its recent emergence as a lucrative career, is due to the increased dog adoptions, awareness amongst owners regarding responsible pet ownership, and the need for well behaved and well trained pets. Dog training is not limited to only the pet dogs, ... Read more

The embodiment of force and fearless at heart, the Kangal is a great dog. This article provides some information on this brave and loyal dog breed. HistoryThere are several stories about how the Kangal shepherd came to be. One myth says that it is a cross of a lion and a tiger from the Assyrian and Babylonian periods. Another theory states that it was given as a gift to the Ottoman Sultan, and when the dog was taken into the castle, it attacked and killed the Sultan’s lion. With the Sultan’s curiosity and respect won, he kept this ferocious dog and ... Read more