Your Very Own Pug Puppy
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Snoop Dog
Posted July 29th, 2008 at 5:15 am
Wouldnt it be great to own your very own pug puppy one day? Having it look up at you with its big puppy dog eyes and its cute black, scrunchy nose. Before you decide to go out and buy your pup, there are a few things you need to know first.Facial StructureWhen choosing a pug puppy you have to look for certain features in their faces. The first feature you need to look at is they're ears. They have to be small but not too small. If they are too small you can usually tell as their ears generally n...
An Introduction To Dog Health Care
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Snoop Dog
Posted July 29th, 2008 at 1:15 am
Dog owners should be voracious readers of books and materials on dog health care. They should be enthusiastic in asking questions at every visit to the vet. Dog health care is one important topic that should not be taken lightly by dog owners.Dogs get sick from parasites, viruses, bacteria, protozoa, and fungus. These diseases and infections are sometimes fatal unless discovered and treated early. They sometimes cause chronic illness and damage organs of dogs. Veterinary researchers have develop...
Dog Crate Buyer’s Guide How To Choose The Right Crate And Accessories
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Snoop Dog
Posted July 28th, 2008 at 9:15 pm
Why use a crate:When used properly and not abused, crates are the fastest and most humane method of housebreaking dogs. Dogs are den animals that will instinctively seek out a small, cozy place to rest for shelter and security. Crates act on a dog's instinct to keep its den clean and unsoiled. Keeping your dog in a crate teaches him to hold it until he can go in an appropriate place, which helps your puppy develop his bladder control. For older dogs, crates act as a bedroom where they can rel...
The Most Important Steps For Finding A Dog Breeder
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Snoop Dog
Posted July 28th, 2008 at 5:15 pm
Generally people are very keen on animals, dogs especially,wanting to have one in their apartments or houses. The dog breeders are the persons you can contact whenever you want to take a pure breed dog. Yet, the problem of the dog breeders's reputation arises and you need to be sure that this person is indeed looking after his animals that they are healthy and so an. It is easy to check the advertisements in your local newspaper but it would be advisable to make sure that the dog breeder you hav...
History Of The Yorkshire Terrier
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Snoop Dog
Posted July 28th, 2008 at 1:15 pm
Understanding today's Yorkshire Terrier means looking at this dogs ancestry. There seems to be little disagreement about the way in which the modern Yorkshire Terrier came to be. Even though there are no records of the earliest relatives of the Yorkie it's widely believed that the breed is estimated to is just over 100 or so years old. The Yorkshire Terrier of the past was much larger than today's terriers. It's surprising but the early versions of today's Yorkies were working class dogs.From th...
Yuck! My Dog Eats Poop!
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Snoop Dog
Posted July 28th, 2008 at 9:14 am
Dogs can do some pretty disgusting things, and poop eating also known as coprophagia probably tops that list. You may have noticed that your dog has a taste for cat feces (either found outside or fresh out of the litterbox). Some dogs even eat their own stool, right after eliminating. While this isn't necessarily bad for them, it can be harmful if they ingest cat litter or the stool of another animal that contains harmful parasites. Aside from that, it's just plain disgusting and not becom...
The History Of The Yorkshire Terrier
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Snoop Dog
Posted July 28th, 2008 at 5:15 am
Although the history of the Yorkshire Terrier is sketchy, there is a great deal known about the origins of this exceptional, vibrant breed. The Yorkshire Terrier, or Yorkie for short, finds it humble beginnings in Northern England, in the counties of Yorkshire, Manchester and Leeds, during the years prior to 1750.During this time, the onset of the Industrial Revolution gave rise to small communities located around coal mines, textile mills and factories. The people of these areas originally made...
Dog Crate Buyer’s Guide How To Choose The Right Crate And Accessories
by
Snoop Dog
Posted July 28th, 2008 at 1:15 am
Why use a crate:When used properly and not abused, crates are the fastest and most humane method of housebreaking dogs. Dogs are den animals that will instinctively seek out a small, cozy place to rest for shelter and security. Crates act on a dog's instinct to keep its den clean and unsoiled. Keeping your dog in a crate teaches him to hold it until he can go in an appropriate place, which helps your puppy develop his bladder control. For older dogs, crates act as a bedroom where they can rel...
Dog Treat Recipes
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Snoop Dog
Posted July 27th, 2008 at 5:14 pm
Dog lovers may want to give their pet dogs some treats to reward their good behavior. Take your pick from these various dog treat recipes.Homemade dog biscuit recipes include peanut butter, eggs, and flour with bone meal. Cheesy dog biscuits include cheddar cheese, chicken broth, whole wheat flour, cornmeal and oats, while bacon flavored dog treats make use of whole wheat flour, milk, eggs and bacon fat for flavor. There are also microwavable dog biscuits that use a variety of flours including c...
Zen And The Art Of Reptile Maintenance
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Snoop Dog
Posted July 27th, 2008 at 1:53 pm
I read the book many years ago now. Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance A moving book, full of wisdom and love, it is a wonderful read.It takes you on a journey, through philosophy, life, questions of quality and quantity, in an entertaining and gentle cross country journey.So what has the book to do with keeping reptiles? Lots actually. But I only want to deal with one of the many ideas in the book. The idea of engaging yourself fully in an activity and paying attention to details. The Ze...
