Posted on 09 September 2010. Tags: better food, Breeds & Hybrid/Mixed Breeds, Dog Care, dog feeding, Dog Food, dog foods, Dog Health, Ownership Advice
Better Food for Dogs: A Complete Cookbook and Nutrition Guide
by David Bastin, Jennifer Ashton
This book is a nutrition guide and a cookbook that is intended to take all the guesswork out of feeding your dog a home-cooked meal. It's written by a veterinarian and the proprietors of a dog bakery. It is very easy to read and it discusses a wide range of topics that provide vital information for your pets health. All people want their dogs to have a happy, healthy and long life and therefore providing the best nutrition is one of the most important steps you can take to achieve this. 
The problem is that there are so many different opinions about dog's dietary requirements that feeding just becomes a challenge. This book will guide you through this puzzle and it also provides all the information we need to know about tasty recipes that have all been tested and approved by the dogs themselves. There are many recipes, from basic everyday meals to gourmet dinners.
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Posted on 03 September 2010. Tags: Breeds & Hybrid/Mixed Breeds, cavachon, cavachons, dog, dog breed, Dog Health, doggy, dogs, good dog, Ownership Advice, Tips and Advice
General Characteristics
The Cavachon is a friendly, personable and loyal medium to smaller sized hybrid dog that is a cross between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Bichon Frise. Most Cavachons will be less than 30 pounds at maturity however they are not a delicate or indoor dog, rather they are an excellent family pet. Their bodies are longer than they are tall with well formed legs and a moderately deep and wide chest.
The coat of the Cavachon is typically solid white or white and another color such apricot, black, sable, red or even a yellow color. Tri-colors are also possible but not common. The coat is longer and silky, wavy to straight, and is low shedding and like these dog types may be hypoallergenic for those with mild to moderate dog allergies. The head is round in shape with long ears that frame the face and alert, bright and intelligent dark eyes. The muzzle is moderately long and tapered giving the head a very balanced appearance.
What You Need To Know About Owning A Cavachon
Owning hybrid breeds is always a bit of a unknown factor since the puppies may favor either of the parents. With the Cavachon both breeds have been developed as companion dogs so you are much more likely to get a puppy with a gentle, friendly and outgoing temperament. They are easy to train and will respond very well to positive training methods.
The Cavachon is a canine hybrid with a high maintenance coat, although with routine care the grooming program should only take a few minutes every day. Clipping the coat every six to eight weeks in a puppy clip will cut down on daily grooming requirements. Eyes and ears may be problematic in the breed so be sure to carefully clean and monitor both eyes and ears to prevent infections.
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Posted on 20 July 2010. Tags: Breeds & Hybrid/Mixed Breeds, dog breed, Dog Care, Dog Grooming, Dog Health, dog show, dog video, kennel club, Ownership Advice, Puppies, Puppy, Puppy Behavior, Tips and Advice, westminster dog show
132nd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show [DVD] [2008] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC]
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Because during regular broadcasts, you don't get to see the whole shebang, the thoughtful folks at The Westminster Kennel Club put together a two-disc set featuring the entire 132nd Dog Show, including bonus content and stunning footage of some 2,600 AKC Champions.
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Posted on 06 July 2010. Tags: dental care for dogs, dog breed, Dog Dental Care, Dog Health, good dog, Ownership Advice, Tips and Advice
Dental care for dogs has come a long way and includes a variety of options for home dental treatment that will actually prevent tartar build up and early tooth loss. In addition the options for dental procedures that can be completed at the vets have also increased dramatically. They now include options for reconstructive jaw surgery to correct misaligned teeth and other congenital problems that lead to dental health issues in dogs.
Home Dental Care for Dogs and Dog Dental Treatment Options
Dental treatments for dogs can be as simple as including a good, safe chew bone or nice fresh joint bone for the dog to chew on. This natural form of dental care is still one of the best for dogs and will prevent the tartar build up that leads to most of the more costly dental procedures.
Some of the more common dental care options and dental treatments that are easy to add to the routine at home include:
• Regular daily or every other day tooth brushing for the dog
• Feeding only dry kibble that will act to scrape tartar off the teeth
• Providing specially formulated dental treatment or dental care treats
• Using rubber or texturized nylon chew toys
How To Provide Home Dental Care for Dogs
Most dogs and puppies will learn to enjoy having their teeth brushed. Start by just running your index finger around the base of your dog or puppies teeth, on both the inside and the outside. Once they are comfortable with this, add a small amount of flavored dog toothpaste. It is really important to never use human toothpaste, dogs really don't like the taste!
The next step in building in a dental care routine is to add either a finger sleeve that slides over your index finger or a soft bristled doggy toothbrush. Both of these items, as well as the dog toothpaste, can be purchased at your local pet store. Start brushing your dogs teeth on a routine basis, they will really start to enjoy this dental treatment, especially with the flavored toothpaste.
Dog Dental Procedures
The most common dental procedures include scaling or removing the tartar from the teeth. This is done by your vet and does require that the dog be fully anesthetized. Since there is some risk involved anytime your dog has to be put to sleep, taking care to keep a good dental routine in place and maintain your dogs overall dental hygiene is important.
Dog dental procedures including scaling, as well as dental care and home dental treatments are all important for your dog. In combination they will help ensure your dog doesn't suffer from any irritation or pain in the gums or mouth for his or her life.
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Posted on 29 December 2009. Tags: Breeds/Hybrids/Mixed Breeds, Conditions, dog, Dog Bathing, dog breed, dog breeding, Dog Care, Dog Collar, Dog Grooming, Dog Health, dog health issues, Dog Hereditary, Dog Hereditary Conditions, doggy, dogs, Hereditary, owner, tips, Tips and Advice
Although there are a great number of hereditary conditions found in the canine species, a lot of these dog health issues can be successfully managed to have no serious impact on the dog's ability to lead a normal, happy life. Some of the more common hereditary dog health issues include hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), von Willebrand's disease, and conjunctivitis. Although there are serious and fatal hereditary diseases and conditions, the dog health issues listed above are treatable and manageable, plus will be much less severe when identified early rather than later in the dogs life.
The following is a general introduction to the canine hereditary conditions and the dog health concerns faced by a great number of pets every year.
Dog Hip Dysplasia
Almost any breed of dog can have problems with hip dysplasia, although larger breeds are often more at risk for inheriting the condition. Hip dysplasia is actually an irregularity in the hip joint that eventually leads to degeneration and damage of the joint. Dogs can be treated with steroids and oral anti-inflammatories to help manage the condition, plus surgical processes can repair and strengthen the joint. All breeding males and females should be tested for hip and joint problems, especially in the lines where hip dysplasia is known to exist.
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Posted on 29 December 2009. Tags: Breeds/Hybrids/Mixed Breeds, dog, Dog Bathing, dog breed, dog breeding, Dog Care, Dog Collar, Dog Grooming, Dog Health, doggy, dogs, flea eggs, Fleas, Fleas On Dogs?, good dog, owner, tips, Tips and Advice
It was early in the morning, and the sun was already up. My border collie puppies and I had just been outside for their morning routine walk, their tiny feet wet from the heavy morning dew. Another day of hot weather was in the making. The steady hum of local insects were beginning to swarm around the flowerbeds and garden area. As I nonchalantly observed Mother Nature in progress, I saw my dogs scratching from one end to another, with an age-old problem that had not yet shown its ugly head this season. Fleas.
Probably more than my dogs, I hate fleas with a passion. Once they have started their cycle, it is a continuous battle until the first freeze outside. This famous irritable parasite has a reputation that is known to have killed more victims than those who have died in all the world wars. The bubonic plague, which caused the deaths of more than 200 million people in the 14th century, is just one of the many win-win situations caused by this little creature.
The Result of Modern Pollution
Under “Pet-Grub.com” there was article about a Native Canadian woman who stated her forefathers never had a problem with the flea, because “it was basically a result of modern pollution and damage to the environment.” Her tribe was from an area that bordered B.C., Alaska and the Yukon border, and the author of the article was interested in why this woman’s forefathers survived in insect heaven in their early days. The author of the article, along with myself, was very surprised at the answer as most of the world today prides themselves on their cleanliness and sanitary living. Guess we were wrong.
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