Luxating patella usually affects small or toy dogs such as Poodle or Pomeranian but this disease is also common in Labradors because of their bow-shaped legs. Luxating patella is a condition wherein the patella dislocates or moves out of its normal location and is usually evident between the ages of 4 to 6 months. Below are some facts about luxating patella to guide every dog owners on their journey against luxating patella. - Patella is a bone commonly called the knee cap. This bone glides up and down when the knee joint is bent back and forth guiding the action of the quadriceps muscle ...

If you think about it, it is kind of said to the people who really want a dog so bad but can't get one. They are looking for the companionship of man's best friend but the problem is they are allergic to the dogs. Most people who are allergic to canines are really allergic to their fire or to the dander. If you think about it the dander of the dog is really just like dandruff for humans. Just because someone is allergic to dogs doesn't mean I have to go their whole life without being able to have a pet. What it means is they need to find one of the many breeds of dogs that are for peo...

The Pug has a truly cosmopolitan history as a breed.It is well established that the breed appeared first in China and were literally a "lap-Dog". The Pug or (Lo-Chiang as they were called in china at that time) where highly prized by Chinese nobility. It has been said that the breed dates back as far as 1600BC, although many say the figure to be 700BC. Either way pugs have a long history. Pugs were owned by royalty in China and were often given to royal courtiers as highly treasured gifts. The Pug still carries its royal breeding and heritage with it to this day which can be seen in the way th...

I hope that everybody will agree with me that when a fight of two dogs bred to fight who tear each other to pieces, it is morally unacceptable. But as it is said, there is dog fighting and then there is dog fighting. It is a natural and common thing that dogs use to play with each other, especially if they are young. It is called "play fighting" and we are free to say that it does good to dogs. On the contrary, if it deals with a serious dog fight which results in heavy injuries of participating dogs and leaves them mutilated, we are morally obligated to say that such an affair is very ba...

Barking is a normal behavior for dogs. Barking is also a form of communication. It can be a warning barking, this type of reaction is most typically seen in domesticated animals in response to a perceived territorial intrusion or alarm barking. It is more likely to arise when a dog can hear, but not see the source of some noise. How to avoid excessive Barking of Dogs An excessive dog barking can be annoying sometimes to the neighbors or even the pet owner itself. As dog owners, it is your responsibility to train your dogs. Since barking is a normal behavior, trying to reduce them than e...

Dogs, which are very loyal and loving pets, deserve utmost care in every way possible. Most people ensure the safety of their dogs by tying them up, locking them in steel cages or making fences to prevent them from running far and becoming a lost dog on their way back. But these things that people normally use deprives in some ways the dog’s freedom to roam freely around the backyard or outside the vicinity of the house. This is why it would be best if you choose a wireless fence to avoid losing your dog and give them their right to freedom at the same time. Don’t allow your lost dog to become...

A lot of pet owners decide to own small dogs because of their, well, cuteness. However, small-sized pooches are actually more valuable than the big ones. They can offer a lot of intangible benefits to their masters. Why Having a Small Dog is a Blessing Now is the best time to hug your little one. Take a look at the 6 advantages of having them around: 1. They keep you happy at all times. You know what they say: happiness is infectious. Small dogs are known for their energy and enthusiasm. It seems like nothing can get their mood down. This is also the reason why lonely or older ...

When a dog has been abandoned or mistreated the dog can be taken to a dog shelter. At these dog shelters the dogs will be cared for and they will eventually be given a new home. The various people who cared for the dogs at a dog shelter will make sure that these dogs will have a good meal. The first thing that will happen is that a veterinarian will look after the injuries that a dog has sustained while it was being maltreated. The vet will also recommend the type of diet that will allow the dog to recover its strength. Once the dog has been cleaned up and the food that it needs to be eat...

It has been thousands of years since dogs became a part of our lives. Dogs have been with us and served as our protection, aid in hunting and even during wars. Dogs have now became a part of our homes.They are the ones who usually jump in on us the moment that we arrived through our door steps. The dogs are the ones who eagerly wait for us when we go out. Dogs even do have jobs now which ranges from crime fighting, sniffing of illegal drugs and even bomb sniffing. But the fanciest job that they now have yet would be starring in movies. Some dogs do not just appear in the movie, they are actual...

Most dogs have to be taught to come in the face of diversions ,eg other dogs, youngsters, joggers, food, or friendly strangers. This article teaches you how to handle them. Consider the most impossible to resist eventualities for your dog, and then practice under those circumstances. Put a 12-foot leash on your dog ( you can tie 2 six-foot leashes together ), and take him to an area where he is likely to encounter his fave distraction. After he spots it ( jogger, bike, other dog, whatever ), let him become comprehensively engrossed, either by watching or straining at his leash, and then c...