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American English Coonhound: History, Temperament, Care, Training & more

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:08:27 GMT

The American English Coonhound is famous for his stamina and speed as a remarkable hunter. Learn more about the American English Coonhound.

Beagle Chasing Labrador Retriever on Top 10 Dog Breeds List

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 19:25:00 GMT

For 21 years the Labrador Retriever has remained the most popular American dog breed, while the next 9 positions have been in constant motion. The big news is that Beagles continue to grow in popularity, moving up again to 3rd place from 4th place in 2010 and 5th in 2006. Nine out of 10 top 10 breeds from 2010 remained on the list, but Rottweilers displaced Shih Tzus in the number 10 position. Rottweilers have not made the top 10 list since 1999 when they stood at number 8. The ever popular Golden Retriever regained its 4th place position, moving Yorkshire Terriers to number 5.

Best Family Dog: How to Choose the Best Dog for Your Family

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 21:15:11 GMT

Learn why the best family dog, regardless of breed, is one with a gentle temperament, is not too dominant, and receives training and guidance to become the best dog he can be.

My Flat Coated Retriever named Silver

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 19:08:33 GMT

My Flat Coated Retriever exhibits all the outer and inner traits of the so called FCR, and as the story goes regarding the origin of FCRs, he also exhibited

We adopted a Bluetick Coonhound named Gunner!

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:54:23 GMT

Gunner, has been an excellent addition to our family! Extremely gentle with our child and our other animals. However, one of our cats is not very tolerant

My Black Lab Maximus

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 06:00:31 GMT

I have a Black Lab - his name is Max. I wanted to name him something cool like Tidus or Finnigan or Sydney but I lost. Labs are popular for a reason.

How Buster my Chihuahua Charmed my Heart

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:50:47 GMT

After the death of a beloved dog I spent a year mourning the loss and yearning for companionship. I had moved into a small apartment and needed a small

Irish Setters you say......

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:59:33 GMT

I was 8 yrs old when I first knew that the Irish Setter was THEE Breed for me. I liked many larger breeds (Collies, Shepherds etc) as I was growing up

My wonderful Rhodesian Ridgebacks

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:57:36 GMT

I have owned Ridgebacks for many years, both dogs and bitches and from puppies, rescue and rehome backgrounds. All have been amazing dogs that I could

Caniscaeli Moonlight & Roses - Irish Red and White Setters

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:32:19 GMT

I fell in deep love with the Irish Setter when I was just 8 yrs old, did not get my first until 1969 after starting my first job. Although I have admired

Japanese Chin with some Shih-Tzu mix

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:32:47 GMT

Our chin is named Louie-Louie. He is such an adorable and lovable dog. He is quite cat like where he likes to go off on his own. But then there are times

The day I got my first Basenji

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:13:16 GMT

I got him without researching first. He was 6 months at the time (4 now). I got him from craigslist. Left him alone for 15 minutes to go to walmart and

My family's favorite female German Shepherd names.

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 03:31:48 GMT

I like, Lexy, Lucy and most of all Larka. I must admit that it was really hard naming our Female German Shepherd puppy. I liked larka my sister liked

Puppy Training Games: Learn the Basics, Samples and Benefits

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:59:01 GMT

Puppy training games are a great way to teach puppies very basic things they need to learn without boring them or getting heavy-handed with training.

Leash Training Your Dog: No More Embarrassing, Out of Control Walks

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:56:18 GMT

Leash training your dog early can save you time, embarrassment and frustration. Take time to learn and teach a few easy steps and your dog will love you.

Basic Dog Training and Puppy Training: Simple Steps to Success

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:53:23 GMT

Basic dog training and puppy training are the keys to greater happiness in raising your dog. Educate yourself and follow these simple steps to success.

Barking Dogs: Knowing why they bark and what to do about it.

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 04:46:02 GMT

All barking is not bad. Barking dogs bark for a reason, including communication, boredom, agitation and the need for exercise. Proper training will help.

Hypoallergenic Dogs, Dogs for People with Allergies, Hybrid Dogs

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 04:52:54 GMT

A list of hypoallergenic dogs for people with allergies. If you struggle with allergies but love dogs, review this list for some great options.

AKC Dog Breeds, AKC Ranking, List of Dog Breeds and Profiles

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 04:47:28 GMT

Our AKC Dog Breeds list ranks the popularity of registered AKC breeds with links to details on size, color, temperament, health, training and more.

Von Willebrand Disease: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment and Prevention

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 04:34:21 GMT

Von Willebrand disease is an inherited bleeding disorder in dogs, like hemophilia in humans. Dogs can bleed to death if the bleeding isn't stopped.

Top 10 Dog Breeds list, AKC Breeds, 2010 Ranking

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 04:26:34 GMT

Top 10 dog breeds according to the American Kennel Club 2010 ranking. Detailed information on size, color, temperament, health, training and more.

Designer Dog Breeds: Pros and Cons of Designer Dogs

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 19:15:41 GMT

Learn about designer dog breeds, including dog health questions, what to look for and what to avoid. Designer dog breeds can be great dogs, but be cautious.

My Parson Russel Terrier

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:47:19 GMT

Hi there! I have a Parson myself. His name is Jay and he is 4 years old. In September (2011) we earned our first diploma for training (AA, beginning

"Gregory" our Lab Pup

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 04:22:14 GMT

Hi. Recently, (December 1, 2011) my husband bought a 4 month old Lab pup from his office mate. At first I was hesitant to have another dog in the house,

Easy Dog Tricks: How to Teach Your Dog Easy Tricks

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:25:26 GMT

Learn to teach easy dog tricks. Teach dogs to shake hands, fetch, give kisses and more. Understand the basic steps for teaching easy dog tricks.

Rottweiler are US!

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:31:28 GMT

We have been proud owners of not one, but three Rottweiler's. The first was Skeeter who we thought could never be replaced. He was beautiful and weighed

Cowboy - Our Australian Cattle Dog

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 04:38:58 GMT

We have always considered ourselves as part time ( COWBOYS ) because we train and show horses. One day we were at a horse show and while we were talking

Our Japanese Chin - What a Match!

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:14:37 GMT

My Chin's name in AnnyBelle. We just call her Anny. My Grandmother loves the Japanese Chin breed and owns 4. One of her girls had puppys and Anny came

Rhodesian Ridgeback

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:08:40 GMT

I had a Rhodesian Ridgeback called Kaizer that recently died. He was 8 years & not sure how he died as he was healthy that morning. Apparently big dogs

My German Shepherd puppy

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:05:23 GMT

My family and I were searching for the perfect little puppy, and we saw an ad in the paper for German Shepherd puppies. We called and got an appointment

Tikanni

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:42:10 GMT

I named my husky mix with wolf. This name I thought it was a perfect for her.

Brodie

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:41:02 GMT

I named my great pyrenees mix husky. He has a beautiful thick white coat that makes him look like royalty. Brodie is short for Brodazoffa. I think it

Exceptions to everything

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 17:17:30 GMT

This article is fairly accurate, just that there's a Peke out there that's an exception to everything written here. If you think you want a Pekingese

Tobie

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 16:19:21 GMT

My fiance and I adopted Tobie in 2008 from Peke N Chin, a rescue organization in the Midwest focused on Pekingese and Japanese Chin dogs. His owner had

Our friend, Fred the Basset Hound

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:42:35 GMT

Fred is our 5-year old Basset Hound. We were lucky enough to get Fred at 2-years old from a cousin who could no longer take care of him. Right from the

Schaefer

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:19:14 GMT

Means shepherd (in German) like a sheep herder. Also my last name. Protector

Brandy, Licorice, Jaymee, Caramel,

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:16:01 GMT

These are some of my families labs names!!!!

Coach - My bossy little Puppy

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:00:42 GMT

My puppy is named Coach because when i got him he fit so perfectly in my Coach bag. The name just stuck and plus he is a bossy little player

Scamp

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:48:31 GMT

Scam

Bullmastiff named Prada

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 13:55:41 GMT

Prada was the name of my first Bullmastiff. I'm a fashionable person so i named her after this designer. Its a good strong name and it is uncommon. Ive

Advanced Dog Tricks: How to Teach Your Dog Advanced Tricks

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:31:41 GMT

Learn to teach advanced dog tricks. Teach dogs to get the mail and bring you a cold drink. Understand the steps for teaching more advanced dog tricks.

Naming a Dog

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 15:56:54 GMT

I tried and Tried to name my Puppy it took a long time until my wife gave me my tea. She gave me Haggis and that was it. My Puppy is Called Haggis. Is

Owning Giant Dog Breeds like
Clifford the Big Red Dog

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 16:31:23 GMT

While most of us could not imagine living with a dog as big as Clifford the Big Red Dog, many people choose to own giant dog breeds. The term "giant" is relative for most people, but any canine that tips the scale at over 100 pounds generally fits in this category. ...unless you are familiar with Zorba, Kell and Hercules, three of the largest dogs on record. These three English Mastiffs weighed in between 282 and 343 pounds, which is rather astounding. Before deciding to own a huge canine, learn more about the pros and cons of giant dog breeds.

Eskies can be aggressive

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:17:43 GMT

My Eskie (American Eskimo dog) is 9 years old, loyal, playful and i would not get this breed again. He has had seizures, cataracts and hip dysplasia.

Irish Red and White Setters

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:12:46 GMT

I have a pair of Irish Red and White Setters. 7 weeks ago the dam had 9 pups. I live in Laois and I have kept setters now all my shooting life. No other

Tibetan Terrier-Gold and Brill Kennel from Hungary

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:04:35 GMT

Welcome to the Gold and Brill Tibetan Terrier kennel website. My name is Anna Domok Szalai. I would like to introduce the puppies in the Gold and Brill

Small Dog Syndrome: Don't let your Small Dog Rule the House

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:40:06 GMT

Learn how to deal with small dog syndrome. This often ignored dog behavior problem is real. Fixing small dog syndrome is not easy, but it is possible.

Zak the Malamute Mix

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:02:35 GMT

Zak is the best dog my family has ever had. He is mostly Malamute but is also 1/4 Pyrenees and 1/8 wolf. He is 110 lbs. and just over 3 ft. tall at the

Best Watch Dogs: Characteristics, Traits and Temperament

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 05:10:17 GMT

Find the best watch dogs. Understand the difference between guard dogs and watch dogs. Learn the characteristics, traits and temperaments of the best.

Best Guard Dogs: Breed Characteristics, Traits and Temperament

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 17:44:05 GMT

Find the best guard dogs. Learn the characteristics, traits and temperaments of the best guard dog breeds. Discover why watch dogs are different.