Archive for the ‘Dog Breed’ category

Dog Breed Series: Dachshund

April 10th, 2011

The Dachshund is a type of dog which was originally bred to hunt independently and to kill his prey. Dachshunds, especially Smooth Dachshunds have the tendency to be stubborn. Therefore, poor training can result in excessive barking and difficulty in housetraining which is why this type of dog breed may not be for everyone. Moreover, [...]

How popular is your pooch?
Here is a compilation of the most famous dogs in the country:
1. Labrador Retriever – this is the most popular breed of dog by registered ownership not only in Australia but also in other countries such as Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States since 1991. Typically, Labradors are athletic [...]

The German Shorthaired Pointer is one of the most energetic dog breeds. They are protective, clever and usually very fond of their human families. They are also very energetic and they enjoy a lot of bonding activities such as a long walk, jogging, hiking, hunting, or a game of fetch. This is also the reason [...]

Dog Breed Series: Cocker Spaniel

September 13th, 2010

The Cocker Spaniel is a small sized spaniel that has wonderful temperament and immeasurable energy. Dogs of this breed love being with humans although they can tolerate moderate lengths of time alone if they are properly exercised and cared for in case the family or owner is not home.
Similar to other pure and mixed breeds, [...]

How to Housetrain a Pug

July 23rd, 2010

In general, the first six months of your Pug’s puppy life is best for training. Although, many people view Pugs as one of the more difficult breeds to effectively housetrain, this is actually not true. The truth is it will all depend on how you train your dog.
If you are not careful, you could unintentionally [...]