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Posts Tagged ‘puppy care’

The Peter Pan Of Boxer Puppy Care

By doglvr On July 9, 2011 No Comments

Boxers have a very long puppyhood and are most frequently called, the ‘Peter Pan’ of the dog world. They are not considered fully mature until they are two to three years old. Therefore, Boxer puppy care is extremely important. This is one of the longest puppyhoods in the dog kingdom. They need a lot of training in their early months to keep their master from wearing out. For information on dog training and dog obedience school, a dog trainer could offer you a lot in this aspect.

Boxers are very friendly and make an exceptional family pet. They are very alert, intelligent and strong dogs. But these dogs need good socialization skills as puppies in order to tolerate other dogs later on in their lives. The boxer, by nature, is not an aggressive or vicious dog. However, he can become over-protective and dominating, if

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Common Diseases In Dachshunds

By doglvr On June 8, 2011 No Comments

The title is a little misleading since no disease is truly common in Dachshunds. The overwhelming majority are born healthy and live long, mostly disease-free lives. Some minor health issues arise for nearly every dog at some point, even those who receive early vaccinations and excellent life-long care.Nevertheless, there are some conditions that tend to occur more frequently in Dachshunds than in other breeds.For those who show interest in dog obedience training, dog obedience school or dog training classes, you can check online.

Adrenal Gland Malfunction
One common form of this malady is Cushing’s Disease, known in other breeds with some regularity, too. Also known as hyperadrenocorticism, the disease causes the adrenal gland to overproduce cortisol. Since that hormone helps regulate blood sugar, one result is to keep it too high over a long period of time if the disease isn’t treated. The

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Considering Care Of A Chow Chow Puppy

By doglvr On June 4, 2011 No Comments

If you have considered the care of a chow chow puppy as an option for having a pet, it’s little surprise. These dogs are quite unique, with tongues that are blue-black and rounded ears. These dogs come in two varieties, a short-haired version, and one with longer hair, which looks as if it has a mane, giving it a very lion-like appearance. People who consider the care of a chow chow puppy often see this dog as a living teddy bear. However, these dogs are quite different from living teddy bears, and it helps to know what it’s like to care for a chow chow puppy before getting one.For more info on dog obedience training, dog obedience school or dog training classes, you can check online.

Knowing the history of the chow chow is key to understanding why it looks and acts the way

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Saint Bernard Puppy Care Takes Patience

By doglvr On May 27, 2011 No Comments

Saint Bernard puppy care will take a lot of patience from its new family. Although cute and cuddly with a large tongue and lots of fur, this pup has a very fast growth rate. He will be a bear of a puppy in no time at all. The Saint Bernard’s fast growth is a trait within the Saint Bernard breed. This fast growth rate leads to serious deterioration of the bones if the dog does not get proper food and exercise in his early months and years.For those who also show interest in dog obedience training, dog obedience school or dog training classes, you can check online.

The majority of Saint Bernard dogs are eventually afflicted with hip dysplasia or osteosarcoma. So, it is extremely important in Saint Bernard puppy care, that your puppy get the correct amount of nutrients and the proper exercise.Other

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Dachshunds – How To Groom Your Doxie

By doglvr On May 17, 2011 No Comments

All dogs require regular grooming to keep their coats healthy and their nails in trim. Exactly which technique to use for your Dachshund depends on which of the three main types you have.For those who show interest in dog obedience training, dog obedience school or dog training classes, you can check online.

A Smooth-Coat Dachshund is the classic, short-haired type you have seen in a hundred films and ads. Their coats are easy to care for, requiring little more than a regular bath and brush. ‘Regular’ varies with the dog’s age and environment.Younger dogs may require baths as often as once per week, though once a month is fine when they stay out of dirt and bushes. If they live in rougher circumstances, be sure to keep their coats clean and brushed regularly. ’Regularly’ means at least twice per week, and as needed. Remove any

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