Archive for December, 2007

The Top Ten Most Intelligent Dog Breeds

Border Collies Border Collies were originally bred in the borderlands between Scotland and England as herding dogs. They were selected to be able to work long days on rugged terrain, have excellent herding skills, instincts and intelligence. Over time, this led to the Border Collie's astounding energy, trainability and ability to reason. Border Collies are still used universally as herders. Poodle Though they are known more for their ... Full story

Just Great, My Dog Has Worms, Now what?

It can be a devastating and disgusting diagnosis when a Veterinarian tells you that your dog has Worms. Even worse, you may actually see the Worms coming out of your dog or in their stool, if they have Roundworms or Tapeworms. Trust me when I say that that can be a nearly traumatic experience. Also disturbing, some of these Worms can even be transmitted from ... Full story

Grapes, Nuts, and Your Dogs Health — Foods that Fido should Avoid

"Magoo was a big, playful Labrador retriever who often got himself into sticky situations..." So begins a story in the latest report from the ASPCA on foods that may be toxic to dogs. It turns out that Magoo got into the pantry and snagged himself about a pound of raisins. He ate the whole thing, of course. The ASPCA never mentions Magoo's fate. But they do ... Full story

Keeping Pets In Mind When Making Disaster Preparations

As the weather gets warmer, weather conditions can change quickly. Recent hurricanes taught us many hard lessons, but one of the clearest was that pets left behind in a disaster don't fare well. Here are some tips to help prepare your extended family for almost anything: • Keep a pet carrier ready. Hard-sided carriers and crates often end up in attics or basements, gathering dust until ... Full story
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