Dog Lover's Haven to Superb Dog Care; New Web Site Launched
A valuable resource for all dog owners and especially helpful for those with older dogs seeking information. Find answers to common concerns and issues related to caring for a dog of any age.
Top Veterinarian Dr. Marty Becker and Dogcars.Com Pick the Most Economical Dog-Friendly Vehicles
DogCars.com, the only automotive resource for dog-lovers, picks its "Top 5 at 25" -- five vehicles that offer a fuel-efficiency rating of around 25 mpg and have a base price less than $25,000. All the chosen vehicles are perfect for dog-lovers on a budget. All the picks have been "vetted" by Dr. Marty Becker, popular veterinarian for ABC-TV's "Good Morning America" and pet-care columnist for Universal Press Syndicate.
Thanksgiving and the Hairy Family Member! Helping your dog survive the family get togethers!
Families often get together and see one another only during the Holidays. This can create a very stressful scene to a dog in a normally quiet home. It is important to think and plan ahead to help ensure your dogs comfort and security during this Holiday Season.
Training Your Dog to Come and Fetch
In training your dog the "Come" command, stand several feet away from him Bend down, say his name and then approach him, clapping your hands at the same time
Animation Website Aniboom.com, Releases Funny Cartoon Video, "Angry Dog", An animated Comedy Series for tv
Funny Edgy Animated Cartoon Angry Dog, Intended for a tv Video Series, is Launched by aniBoom.com, Following on the Heels of the Virally Successful Pilot Animation.
How to Maintain Your Love Affair ... With Your Dog Part Two - Assemble a Great Team
In part one we talked about forming good behavior traits early. Part two focuses on the types of people you want on your dog's 'team.
Dog Poo - And You Thought You Had Problems
In Southern Germany in a town by the name of Bayreuth, the German police are in a quandary. The town's dog poo is under attack.
Have A Dog And A Clean House... Yes It?s Possible!
It?s no secret. We love dogs. In fact, according to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, more than 40 million American households share their lives with more than 68 million dogs.
Preparing For The Arrival of Your New Dog
Introducing a dog to a home is always a big occasion and a momentous one at that. For that same reason, it is an occasion that should be properly prepared for.
A Dog Bit Me, Whom Can I Sue?
Any person, whether a minor or adult, having been bitten or knocked down by an animal improperly or inadequately leashed or contained can sue for injuries or death caused by a bite or knock-down. You can sue the person who has or was responsible for the animal.
Pet Owners and Vets Encouraged to Use New Dog Food & Fitness Diary to Shed Weight Off Fat Animals Worldwide
Pet and Owner Fat Camp! As obesity in animals reaches all time high, one personal trainer treats vets and owners to new food diary initiative that will shed the pouchy pounds and get also get owners on the road to a better figure.
Caring For Your Dog in the Summer Heat
Anyone who owns a pet dog knows how much fun it can be to play with your dog during the warm summer months There are a lot of fun activities you can do with your pooch at the park, the swimming pool, and lots of other places
Dog Training Collars -- Proper Selection Leads To Training Success
The proper selection of a training collar can have a significant impact on the success of any dog training program. Most new dog trainers make the mistake of choosing a dog collar that does not allow for adequate control during the training sessions.
How to Avoid Those Costly Dog Training Bills
Having grown up in a very small town in eastern Canada, I had always been around dogs and they have always captivated me. There has always been something about the way they interact with each other that attracted me to learn more about them.
Buyer Beware: Purebred Dog Myths
Every month I am approached by dog owners of my breed who complain about how poorly behaved, how sickly, how untrainable, and generally my breed is and how deeply they resented spending money on this breed. I listen patiently, but time taught me not to defend 'good' breeders, or explain to the angry owners how their own ignorance cuased them to become victimized.
I was talking to a friend of mine today and I asked him how his kids (dogs) were. He lives on his own and the standing joke is - "does he want to do a swap with his dogs and my kids?"
He informed me very sadly that he had to get the older dog put to sleep. I knew the dog was quite old, but I knew from his expression and my own experience that it had been a hard decision.
He had stayed with the dog, stroking and talking to him as the vet administered the injection. I was suprised at my reaction, because it immediately brought back memories of my last dog being put to sleep. It surprised me that it still hurt after all this time.
I have found that non-dog owners think you are a bit barmy for reacting with a lot of emotion to a dog's death. They tend to forget that the Westie ( or any other animal) was part of your family.
If dogs could talk what stories they could tell.
I remind you of a beautiful prayer called "A Dog's Prayer". It is by Beth Norman Harris. I hope she dosen't mind but I have renamed it "A Westie Dog's Prayer"
"Treat me kindly, my beloved master, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for kindness than the loving heart of me.
Do not break my spirit with a stick, for though I should lick yourhand between the blows, your patience and understanding will more quickly teach me the things you would have me do.
Speak to me often, for your voice is the world's sweetest music, as you must know by the fierce wagging of my tail when your footsteps falls upon my waiting ear.
When it is cold and wet, please take me inside, for I am now a domesticated animal, no longer used to bitter elements. And I ask no greater glory than the privilege of sitting at your feet beside the hearth.
Though had you no home, I would rather follow you through ice and snow than rest upon the softest pillow in the warmest home in all the land, for you are my god and I am your devoted worshiper."
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(Disclaimer: Any information contained in this site relating to various medical, health and fitness conditions of Westies or other animals and their treatments is for informational purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for the advice provided by your own veterinarian. You should not use the information contained herein for diagnosing the health of any animal. You should always consult and check with your own vet or veterinarian.)
Until next time, good health and best wishes.
Jeff Cuckson
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