Buying a Second Dog

November 22, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

If you are a dog lover, you may feel that one dog is not enough. However, before you add a second dog to your household, there are a few important points you should consider. Read more

Choosing a Good Dog Breeder

November 22, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Have you ever purchased a car that was a lemon? Facing problem after problem robs you of the pleasure of enjoying your new car. Unfortunately, there are dogs that are lemons, too. A dog with health problems can lead to heartache and empty checkbooks. A good dog breeder will stand behind health guarantees and do everything possible to set things right if you end up with a dog that has a serious health defect. Read more

Choosing the Right Dog Breed – A Step By Step Guide

November 22, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Did you know that there are several hundred dog breeds? With that large number of breeds to choose from, how do people manage to decide which breed is right for them? Luckily, you can narrow down the choices and find the right dog breed by following a few simple steps. Read more

Dog Breeding - Breeding, Things to Think About

November 22, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Breeding dogs is a serious responsibility and entails risks and surprises for even experienced breeders. But, even in a world too crowded with unwanted dogs, there are positive aspects. Here are a few things to consider… Read more

Dog Training - Training Rescued Dogs

November 17, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Normal dog training requires patience that is greater nowhere else but childrearing. Training rescued dogs takes even more. Read more

Dog Training - Tips for Selecting Game Dogs

November 17, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Proper training begins even before the pup is born. While it’s not always possible to buy a pup from champions, selecting the proper breed and temperament is essential. Read more

The Best City Dog (Part 4): Selecting Your Puppy

November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

There is an old theory that man creates dog in his own image. Through selective breeding, people in an area develop the type of dog that fits their personality. And city dwellers have a much different “living personality” than those people who reside in other parts of the country. Read more

The Best City Dog (Part 3): When Kids Are In The House

November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

A good friend of mine lived with two Labrador retrievers in the city for years. In the city they were perfect gentlemen. And each fall season, they were the best dogs you could imagine in a duck blind. Dogs, like man, can learn to adapt to almost any environment. That’s why dogs have become household pets and not relegated to a zoo like most other animals. Read more

The Best City Dog (Part 2): What Breed Best Suites You?

November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

When choosing the right dog for city life, you can test new puppies out for behavior, character and personality, but the truth is that there really is no one all-around best temperament for a city dog. You should choose a dog with a temperament that suits your needs for the way you live. Read more

The Best City Dog (Part 1): The Problem Canine

November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

City living is not always as glamorous as the movies make it out to be. The majority of people living in various parts of major cities have to deal with the problems of crime, littering, and bad manners during peak rush hours of coming and going. Is should know – I live in the city. And as I turn on the television a guy on a talk show is expounding bitterly about the dogs in our cities. Read more

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