Dogs

If you say the name “Pit Bull” to someone they will most likely conjure up an image of a blood-thirsty dog lunging at the throat of its victim. Indeed, the pit bull has taken a bad rap over the years. Illegal dog fighting rings most often use this type of competitor to make money with, as well as the breed being showcased as a statement of manly toughness. However, today’s pit bulls are not killers. In fact, most dogs in this category are quite the opposite. Read on to discover the myths and truths behind the world’s most misunderstood dog....

10 Common Myths About Dogs Debunked 1. When a dog wags its tail, it’s happy! A dog’s tail is an important tool for communication, but wagging it doesn’t always mean they are happy. Apparently there’s a lot of science behind tail wagging and dogs are better at deciphering the code than we are. Yes, it can signal that the dog is happy, but it can also mean that it is agitated or annoyed. For a better interpretation of what’s going on you should look at the dog’s whole body for things like tense muscles and pinned back ears (not good)....

You don’t need to own one to know why the Labrador Retriever has been the number one breed for dog owners across the US. This breed is as all-American as apple pie and the fourth of July. Its loving personality and all ’round goodness has earned the Labrador Retriever a place in homes across the country and the hearts of all those who have the privilege of experiencing its soft nuzzle. Let’s dig into the world of the Labrador Retriever to discover all about this amazing breed. Where it All Began ~ History of the Labrador The Labrador can be...

Some people can have a dog and it works out great. But often it seems like one dog just isn’t enough! We work too much so Fluffy is lonely, we just couldn’t leave that litter-mate behind, they were going to put that sweet puppy to sleep at the shelter, or other family members wanted their own dogs when they saw how much fun you had with yours! Owning several dogs can be fun or just plain nerve-wracking. How things work out depends on the personalities of everyone involved, the training you are willing to do, the amount of space you...

We have all heard the stories. A friend hates dogs because he was bitten as a child. Dogs have eaten unattended babies. A pack of dogs killed a child on the street. We dog owners know and love our pets, so we cannot imagine such a thing happening! But where does the truth lie? Are dogs really dangerous to our kids? The statistics are a bit scary: every year about 441,200 American children need medical attention for dog bites (CDC website, 2012). Wow! Also, children living with dogs are much more likely to be chomped. That doesn’t seem very safe,...