Archives for January, 2008

Spot The Dog!

toy dogSpot which is not a toy? How gorgeous is this little fellow? I found this piccie on Read the rest of this entry »

Jan 31, 2008 | 0 | Fun N Other

How To Safely Stop A Dog Fight

stop dog fight fightingNever step in between fighting dogs and grab their collars to try and stop a fight or you are very likely to get badly bitten.

When fighting, dogs are in survival mode and do not see you as their loving owner. They will bite because they’re not thinking clearly. Here is one of the safest ways to do it, no matter what the size of dog Read the rest of this entry »

Jan 31, 2008 | 0 | Care & Training

What Will Life Be Like When Your Dog Grows Old?

old dogMy dog turned four years old yesterday (happy birthday B!) and you can’t help but spend a moment wondering and maybe dreading the years when I imagine she will be too old to enjoy life to the full and will need so much more care and attention Read the rest of this entry »

Jan 30, 2008 | 1 | Care & Training

Top 10 Unusual Pet Insurance Claims

Dog insurance accident plasterHypothermia from being in the fridge, lacerations from chasing a cat through a pane of glass and a broken jaw from chewing a metal pipe are just some of the insane pet insurance claims according to Pet Place.  Dogs should really be more careful, especially where cats are involved..

Jan 30, 2008 | 0 | Fun N Other

How To Teach Your Dog To Shake Hands

dogs shake a pawTraining your dog to respond to a few verbal commands is rewarding and always impresses visitors.  Training stimulates your dog and more breeds enjoy it - especially the treats.  Here is a short guide on how to train your dog to shake hands: Read the rest of this entry »