Group: Pastoral Weight: 65-67 pounds Height: 22-25 inches General description The Dutch Shepherd is originally from the Netherlands, where it was bred during the 1800s to be an all-purpose dog. These dogs used to be very skilled car shooters, herding dogs, police dogs, and guard dogs. The Dutch Shepherd Dog is quite rare in North […]
In my ongoing research on dog rescue groups, I have discovered an alarming change that some groups are making in their adoption contracts. A new article is being added to the contract that effectively gives the rescue group the “right” to Get back the dog you adopted to anytime in the future. A rescue group […]
I once read a column in my local newspaper about the experience of a person adopting a kitten. The theme of the column seemed to be that it was difficult to get exactly the kitten I wanted due to what the columnist argued was the lack of unwanted kittens in our province, British Columbia. The […]
Squirrels can be a big thorn in your side. They spend an enormous amount of time eating and digging in their garden (or bird feeder), but what can you do? You can take important steps and drop poison, but that has its drawbacks. You can try to catch them, but that also has its drawbacks. […]
What you are about to read can save you a lot anguish. Buying a Ragdoll kitten, even from a breeder, can be a minefield. Here are 6 things to look for when go to a breeder for a Ragdoll kitten. Ragdoll cats are one of the most popular breeds in the moment. There is a […]
Dachshund training is one of the first things you should research before bringing one of these little puppies home. This can be a challenging or successful process, so doing your research will definitely help you achieve success when it comes to dachshund training. Here are some helpful tools to follow when training your new dachshund. […]
I call Missy my wonder bitch. The call came out of nowhere. At 9 a.m. on October 10, my Missy, a rescued blonde cocker spaniel, lost the use of her hind legs. Overnight she went from Michael Jordan’s athleticism to a paraplegic. We had 24 hours to decide if surgery was a viable option. […]
Summer is the best time for people to have fun outdoors with their dog while swimming, walking, or playing catch with him. Camping is one of the favorite pastimes of dog owners; However, if your pet loves to snore, gets dirty while exploring, or worse, passes gas (a habit of most dogs), they may not […]
Most people who have dogs and are close to their animals view pets more as family members than pieces of property. These are reciprocal, loving, highly connected and involved relationships between dogs and the people who care for them. Grieving the loss of your dog along with the loss of a long-term relationship in the […]
The Sportcraft TX 4.9 treadmill is a low-cost entry-level model. Sportcraft had to recall two of its treadmills in 2005 and does not even offer the manual for this model on its website. With these kinds of issues I’d be hesitant to buy the TX 4.9, but for around $ 400 what do you expect? […]