“Today, dogs continue to serve vital roles in maintaining airport security from that first screening before boarding to that final check while crossing through customs and border patrol. It is thanks to months of training, during which the dogs’ natural desire to hunt and their incredible olfactory sense are honed, that the pups learn to search for…
“The American Kennel Club currently recognizes 189 dog breeds, from the ginormous Irish Wolfhound to the tiny Italian Greyhound, and almost every imaginable size, specialty and personality in between. Although you might know a lot about your own four-legged best friend, there are so many other incredible dogs out there, with amazing backstories, rich histories…
Compare Family Dogs; “Most dog owners consider their dogs as members of their families. But when there are children in the house, thoughtful consideration needs to be made to choose the right dog for your lifestyle, living quarters and children’s ages. Some breeds are quite patient with younger kids, and others are better with older children.…
“Choosing a dog can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. After all, you’re committing to care for a living, breathing being who will depend on you his entire life! When choosing a new dog, so many questions run through your mind: “What kind of dog should I get?” “What’s the best dog breed…
“You’ve been dreaming of getting your own puppy since you were a little kid, thinking of all the wonderful adventures you’d have together. Like any new responsibility, especially taking care of a living creature, there is a lot to consider before getting a dog. Take this quiz to find out if you’re ready”. Take Quiz…
Thinking about adopting a furry companion? That’s great! Pet rescues and shelters are filled with animals waiting to be adopted and re-homed. Giving a new forever after home to a rescued pet is a big decision. You want to give him a loving home and the best care possible. Pet adoption is lots of fun,…
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), an estimated 78 million dogs are owned as pets in the United States. It is unclear when dogs were first domesticated, but a study published last year claims that, at least in Europe, dogs were tamed 20,000–40,000 years ago. It is likely that humans and dogs…
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT animals and service dogs are two different breeds, so to speak. Much more than loving pets with a purpose, highly trained service dogs spend months learning how to best help their handlers perform major life tasks despite physical or psychiatric challenges. For handlers and service dogs alike, intense commitment to working together leads to life-changing partnerships. SOURCE: https://health.usnews.com/wellness/articles/2016-11-23/how-service-dogs-provide-support
If you have a fearful or anxious dog, you might think competitive dog sports are out of the question. After all, if unfamiliar people, dogs, and/or environments overwhelm your dog, how can you train him to participate, let alone compete, successfully? However, when it comes to agility, the very process of training might be just what your dog needs to help overcome…
It takes a great deal of natural instinct, agility and most importantly temperament to be a search and rescue dog. Not all breeds are right for the job, many are too small or don’t have the right attitude. Search and rescue dogs have to be use to lots of external input (i.e. noises, activity) while…
