dog
It's no coincidence that a dog is a man's best friend; they're more faithful than most other animals, and more faithful than many people.
Life From The Dog Side
Name - What is in a name? I was in training class the other day, and the first thing we did was introduce ourselves. First up is the prettiest French Bulldog named Cher and boy could she sing. Her voice was deep and sultry. Along side of her was a Pitbull named Mylie, wow, could she twerk her booty! The best though was a Dalmatian mix called Stinker. Yup you guessed it! We had to open the windows, and no one looked around, we all knew who the culprit was! Next entertainer to arrive was Blue with his sidekick Red... two cattle dogs, one reddish colored, and one grey-blue colored. Care to guess? Nope you are wrong! They reversed the names for humor and they both answered to each other's name. Talk about confusing! The saddest newcomer was a Basset Hound named Speedy. Poor guy, he told us he never moved fast and everyone laughed at him. He even ate slow, and hated his name because it was so not him. And finally here comes Killer! Killer is a Chihuahua, a very little dog who came in barking and growling. He almost fell out of his owner's arms trying to get to us. He told us his owner said because he was so little he had to be mean and make everyone afraid of him. Killer hates his name, because it is a lot of work being nasty and threatening. When they put him on the floor he was very afraid, because now he is not bigger than us.
By Karen Cannard, CPDT-ka6 years ago in Petlife
Taking Care of Your Dog's Needs
Owning a dog requires a lot of responsibility. Aside from hugging them and giving them a lot of love, there are many things to do in order to make sure that they're as happy to be with you as you are with them. In this case, think of man's best friend as a child, although with different ways to care for them; while you don't have to take them to school or in some stores, you should have an idea on what has to be done with handling your dog's needs. The size or breed should be a concern as there are some different ways to care for them. Here are three different ways to handle your dog's needs:
By Paisley Hansen6 years ago in Petlife
Life With Roommates' Pets
I first met Jerry, the dog, when I rented a room in a house with two other females, Maureen and Carol. Jerry was a Shih-Poo (a mix between a Poodle and a Shih Tzu). Shih-Poo is an unfortunate name but hey, it kind of fit him. Yes, he was a cutie and I did like to pet him on occasion, but ew, did he smell! I would let him sit on my lap on occasion and pet him, but I would have to wash my hands for over 10 minutes just to get the smell off of me. It was like he smelled like a wet dog even when he was dry. So when he would go crazy and excited and run around the house, he left a scent wherever he went. He was Maureen’s dog, and she loved him like a little baby. As soon as she walked in the door, she would baby talk to him and he would bark and jump up and down that his mommy was finally home. Maureen once found an old broken dollhouse on the side of the road and put it in the front window in the living room so Jerry could jump on it and look out the window. He also took naps in it too.
By Stephanie Webb6 years ago in Petlife
Samsonite vs The Nozzle
I have four of the cutest and most loving little dogs. Biffidous Regularus, (Biff), is my oldest. Tyke is next in line. Samsonite is the third oldest, and he is also the smallest. Then lastly, but not least, there is Henry who we affectionately call Roo-Roo.
By Vivian Snodgrass7 years ago in Petlife
Are You Getting Closer to Welcoming Your New Furry Family Member Home?
As a responsible dog owner, your home needs to be transformed into a safe and secure environment to stop your wandering pup from getting into a pickle. This is for their health and for the protection of your belongings. A new puppy is inquisitive, mischievous, and playful: no household object is safe!
By Craig House7 years ago in Petlife
Help Your Dog Have a Great Summer
Summer is here, and that means a lot of outdoor fun for dogs and their owners. It also means that you have to stay on top of your doggie-care game to ensure your beloved pet has a summer that's as safe as it is fun. Here are some helpful tips to take excellent care of your dog in the heat of summer.
By Paisley Hansen7 years ago in Petlife
How to Become a Cat Owner
I had owned dogs since I was 16 years old. I have always loved dogs and still do. My mum wouldn’t let us have them when we were children–she always asked who would take it for a walk, who would clean up after it? Mum didn’t seem convinced when my brother and I refrained, “We will!” and owning a cat was out of the question because she didn’t like them.
By Susan Shirley7 years ago in Petlife
