The AKC – Know Your Dog’s Genealogy
November 22, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment
When you shop for a purebred dog, you will probably notice that many breeders use the initials AKC when they talk about their purebred puppies. What exactly is the AKC? These initials stand for the American Kennel Club, a registry for purebred dogs born in the United States. The AKC holds dog shows and obedience competitions, helps maintain breed standards, and registers puppies of recognized breeds. The AKC registers dogs from over a hundred different dog breeds. Read more
Dog Training - Training the Trainer
November 17, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment
Dog training philosophies vary as much as dogs and trainers do. Most professionals agree, however, that a large part of training dogs consists of training the trainers. Read more
Dog Training - Training Show Dogs
November 17, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment
Over 130 different breeds compete in major dog shows, such as the Westminster in the US or Crufts in the UK. But there’s a good deal more to developing a show dog than simply acquiring a dog of one of those breeds and teaching it to sit or stay. Read more
Q & A: What Is The UKC?
November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment
Question: What Is The UKC?
“Could you please tell me what the UKC is and whether or not it is affiliated with the AKC? If so, then does a dog registered with the UKC automatically qualify for registration with the AKC?” Read more
Dog Pictures: Man’s Best Friend Is Also His Best Photo
November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment
Ask any dog fancier to show you a snapshot of his lovable animal and he’s bound to regale you with an album-full of dog pictures! Read more
Disposable Dogs
November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment
When it comes to the emotional universe of human-animal relationships, perfection becomes a much coveted goal in the eyes of the dog owner. Everybody wants to have a dog that is in perfect health, perfect confirmation, and with the perfect temperament. But does this ideal canine really exist? Read more
Large Dogs & The Law
November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment
From the tiniest of lapdogs to the most towering shepherd or work animal, dogs have been among man’s closest associates since the beginning of recorded time. Nowhere among the creatures of the earth are there two other species capable of developing the closeness which exists between humans and canines; a closeness which leads them to share nests and food, to trust each other completely, and even to help in caring for each other’s young. Read more
Are Dogs Colorblind Or Is This A Myth?
November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment
If you ask any dog owner or canine enthusiast whether they know if dogs are officially color blind or not, most people won’t have the faintest idea. And guess what, the scientific community is not sure either! However, there are indeed some facts about a dog’s vision that has come through from studies and tests. Read more
Neutering Your Dog: It’s Only A Matter Of Time (Part 8)
November 15, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment
Does having your dog spayed or neutered make a negative difference in their behavior or personality? Read more
Neutering Your Dog: It’s Only A Matter Of Time (Part 7)
November 15, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment
The neutering and spaying of male and female dogs, respectively, not only helps future generations of the animals but also contributes to the well-being of present pets. Read more
