Hundreds of years ago dogs were only kept on farms, and were not permitted within the confines of city life. Today, it is a very different story; dogs are seen accompanying humans in all places and filling a variety of roles in human society. While different dogs perform a variety of different jobs, they all have ..read more

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People seek canine protection for a wide variety of reasons. Surely, every person has at least one thing in they world that they feel is worth protecting. However, for those that take the extra step in protecting themselves and their loved ones by purchasing a personal protection dog, the improvement in their quality of life is often drastic.

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While we rely on our protection dogs for safety and security, they rely on us to ensure that they are kept strong and healthy. Of course, a dog cannot verbally communicate any pain or discomfort they may be in. However, your canine can still communicate in a variety of different ways. Knowing what signs to look for will help ensure ..read more

There are many reasons why we give our pooches treats. Sometimes, owners use them to reinforce desired behaviors. Other times, owners provide them in order to help their canines learn a desired response to a new command. Still other times, treats might be used simply as a way to express affection for our four-legged companions.

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There are thousands of different positive dog training tips you could try. You don't need to teach them all those fancy tricks but there are a few basic skills that every dog should learn. It's important to choose positive dog training solutions that have proven to work. These are a few of the most basic but important ones that you ..read more

Hip  and elbow dysplasia can be found in a variety of animals, including humans. However, the disorder is commonly found in, and associated with canines. Larger and especially active dogs are particularly at risk due to the excess stress put on their limbs and joints.

Dysplasia is an inherited disorder, and diagnosis can be tricky. While some sever cases are recognizable ..read more

Although your dog is considered a carnivore, this does not mean that it will eat meat exclusively. In fact, it is very common for dogs to eat a wide variety of things that would not ordinarily be considered a regular part of the canine diet. Unfortunately for some, this may include your prized garden tulips. However, more important than the ..read more

The Dutch Shepherd, also known as the Hollandse Herdershond, is a medium-sized shepherd dog valued for its intelligence, loyalty and quick reflexes. Having been bred for their working ability, their build and mental capacity remain fairly consistent, but the length and colour of their coats can vary greatly from dog to dog. The Dutch Shepherd’s coat comes in three varieties: ..read more

Most German Shepherds have a double coat, meaning that they have an outer coat layered with a thicker undercoat. The length of this coat is most commonly medium, but a long coated variety exists. However, the long coated variety only has a single outer coat, and lacks the thicker undercoat. The long coat gene is recessive, meaning that it must ..read more