Where To Find Cheap Dog Insurance

The thing to do is to figure out where to find cheap dog insurance and still get your money’s worth. It is worth shopping around for cheap dog insurance. If you have recently welcomed a pet into your family or are considering doing so for the first time, you are probably surprised at how much pet health insurance can cost.

In many cases, a veterinarian is hooked up to a particular insurance provider that they will suggest you sign up with. So if you already know the veterinarian that you want to use, that might be the way to go. However, you are not likely to get the cheapest deal that way.

You can often find a better plan online, but do check that your veterinarian will work with the other company – or ask the insurance company for the address of an approved veterinarian in your area.

The problem with cheap dog insurance – or any kind of cheap insurance – is that the companies usually reduce the amount of cover so that they can offer a lower price. This means that if you go for the cheapest pet insurance you will often find that you are not covered for all of the costs that you expected.

Some cheap dog insurance policies may not cover vaccination shots. Others may not cover the most serious diseases or any pre-existing condition – that is a health problem that your dog already has – even if you don’t know about it.

This means that it is very important to read the fine print. You may even want to get a quote from a very expensive plan so that you see everything that is covered. That makes it easier to figure out what is NOT covered in the cheaper plans that you are considering.

If you look for cheap dog insurance online, you will have more chances to compare prices. The alternative is to call a lot of insurance companies, and that takes time. Also, you probably wouldn’t be able to call as many as you could find on the internet.

The advantage of calling the companies is that you can sometimes get a better deal that way. This is especially true if you have seen a good offer online.

For example, let’s say you prefer a particular veterinarian who is approved for company A’s pet insurance plan. You want to go to that veterinarian but company A is not the cheapest alternative. But if you can go online and find a cheaper plan that offers all of the same cover, you can call company A and say, “Hey, I really want to sign up with you, but company B is doing the exact same insurance plan for X dollars less. Can you offer me an improved deal?”

In that situation they will often reduce their price for you. But you have to be sure that the cover is the same across the two plans, otherwise they will simply explain that their policy is more expensive because it is better.

So the best place to find cheap dog insurance is on the internet, but it is often worth negotiating either on price or on cover to get a good deal from an insurance company that your veterinarian recommends.

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The Best Pet Insurance For Your Pets

Off topic about dogs is what this articleis about. If you have a pet then this is about the best pet insurance for your pets. What is the best pet insurance that you can buy? It is the one that suits your pets and your circumstances. There is not just one best pet insurance plan that would be a good fit for everybody. If there was, that plan would be the only one available and everybody would sign up for it!

The huge number of pet health insurance companies is a sign that there is room for a lot of variety in this market. On top of that, just about all of the companies offer more than one plan. So if you want to find the best pet insurance, you will need to look at more than one policy. We will give you some tips on how to do that.

First, you can be pretty sure that any pet insurance company will have different plans for dogs and cats. This is because the costs, needs and lifespan of these animals is not the same. Dog insurance usually includes liability cover, so that the insurance will help you if your dog attacks somebody or damages their property.

Cats do not need this cover. This is partly because cats are not so likely to cause serious injury or damage, but more importantly it is because owners are not held responsible for their cats in the same way. A person is expected have a dog on a leash or under effective control any time it is outside their own home. So if your dog attacks another dog, that is likely to be considered your fault for not controlling the dog. But a cat wanders around the neighborhood freely on its own and you are not expected to control it in the same way.

It is possible that the owner could be held responsible for the actions of a cat – for example if you knew that your cat had AIDS, and you allowed it to go out and infect other cats – but it is much less likely. In that example, it would be difficult to be sure that it was your cat and not some other cat that had caused the infection.

Some companies also offer insurance for other animals. You will usually find these plans listed under ‘exotic animals’. You may not think that your pet is very exotic if you have a rabbit or a hamster, but these plans cover most small and unusual animals. They are mostly designed for the owners of valuable pets who want to insure them against loss, e.g. theft or accidental death. Horses are not usually covered by pet insurance but by specialist equine or agricultural insurance plans.

Most companies offer a discount if you are insuring more than one pet, so it is worth making sure that you sign up with a company that offers plans for all the types of pet that you own. There are also several other variables that you will need to consider, including the age of your pets (some plans do not cover older pets), whether they are of a breed that is known for hereditary health conditions, and financial factors.

For dogs and cats, most pet insurance companies offer more than one option. The more expensive plans cover more diseases, have higher claim limits and lower deductibles. Budget plans may require a co-payment, so that even after the deductible payment, the insurance company only pays 90% of the cost of any treatment.

This means that shopping around for pet health insurance can be complicated. It is very important to read the policy carefully before you sign up, and this can be time consuming if you are considering more than one plan. However, you will not regret spending the time to find the best pet insurance for you.

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The Basset Hound – Laid Back And Loving

The Basset Hound (if you want a purebred) or a Basset Hound mix (if you don’t mind not having a purebred) can be a Medium/Large dog that typically weighs between 45-75 pounds. Their height averages between 11″ to 15″.

The Bassett is long and low and their height/weight ratio makes their already short legs look even shorter. In fact, their name comes from the French word “bas” which means low. Their gentle, loving, patient nature makes them an excellent companion dog for the home while their keen sense of smell and hunting instincts continue to make them excellent hunting companions.

Recognized by the AKC in 1885, the acceptable colors for the Basset Hound are a variety of hound colors, but they are typically white with chestnut or sand colored markings. The fairly dense coat is short, straight, hard and smooth. Their coat is easy to groom and only requires an occasional brushing and shampooing.

This loving, gentle dog is perfect for family life. For the mix breed the colors are not important.

They are excellent and patient with small children, even when they are not socialized with them. They are affectionate with their family and love to be around their family. They are great with other dogs and pets as well, although early socialization is good for non-canine pets because they might chase them due to their hunting instincts.

They are easy going and fairly inactive when they are inside, making them great for apartment life as they enjoy relaxing and laying around inside. They are more active outdoors and require regular play, exercise and time to run. If you don’t have a yard, you should plan to at least take them on a daily walk.

They are fairly easy to train, but if they are on the trail of a scent, they will not pay any attention to you. For this reason, a fenced in yard is best. They have a tendency to gain weight, so monitoring their food intake and giving them ample exercise is important.

The Basset Hound originated in France and dates back hundreds of years. Their ancestry can be traced back to the Bloodhound.

Originally used as hunting dogs, the Basset Hound uses its excellent sense of smell to track animals. Even though they can still be used for hunting, they are seen more as companion dogs today. If you like when you take your Basset out for a walk there is an excercise you can do that will keep his mind active for what he was bred for without having to actually hunt.

What you do is make up a puree of whatever his fav meal is and put it into a squeeze bottle. Then you just make trails for him to follow with his fantastic sense of smell. This will make your pup very happy and doing what he loves doing best.

Few breeds equal the Basset Hound’s gentle, forgiving, laid back nature. They are perfect for active families and for those that just enjoy an occasional walk provided their Basset Hound can have daily outside time. Whether you have small children or other pets or dogs, the Basset Hound can fit into just about any type of family dynamic with little to no adjustment problems.

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Hybrid Dog – It’s Not A Mutt

Thinking of adopting a dog or puppy, why not try a hybrid dog. What is a hybrid dog? It’s not a mutt but a mix of more than one purebred dog. Every day we hear more about the new “hybrid” dogs, or “designer” dogs. Each feature is accompanied by pictures of adorable puppies that are examples of this new “breed”. Of course they’re cute! All puppies are!

Should you pay hundreds, and in some cases, thousands of dollars for one? Certainly not! The offspring of a mating between two purebred dogs of different breeds is a mongrel, a mutt as some people like to refer to them. But it doesn’t have to mean that it is one. And if you have one, you should love it, train it and care for it as if it had the bluest blood of the canine kingdom.

Every dog breed, and there are hundreds in the world, was “created” by humans. Each breed was developed for a specific purpose – whether that original job was guarding the flock or being the ideal lap-dog. There’s no reason that development shouldn’t continue. If there is a need for a dog with particular characteristics, enterprising individuals will come forward to fill that need. However, it takes many generations to “breed true.”

Compare yourself to your siblings. Do you all have the same looks, same personality, same interests and strengths? Chances are, you don’t. Each of you has some of the “best” traits of your parents. But those may not be the same traits. And each of you has some of the worst.

Two of the best-known mixed-breeds out there now are the “Golden Doodle” and the “Puggle.” The thinking behind these crosses is fairly obvious: wouldn’t it be nice to have a Golden Retriever’s personality and willingness to please combined with the Poodle’s non-shedding coat and intelligence? Wouldn’t it be equally delightful to have a small dog without the breathing issues of a Pug, but quieter than a Beagle? But there is no way of knowing you won’t get a high-strung, noisy, stubborn, slobbering mutt who sheds like the dickens!

If you are considering spending the kind of money that these “hybrids” are commanding, be sure to research all of the traits of the contributing breeds. You will get a mixture of the two. And an equally adorable mixture may be waiting for you at your local shelter – the size you want, with the coat you want and the adorable face that melts your heart.

If you require certain characteristics in your puppy – whether a family member has allergies, or you have a very small, or no yard, or your household requires a quiet, “easy keeper,” or if you wish to fully participate in the world of canine competition, consider a pure-bred animal. There are over 150 breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club. Research them at www.akc.org. Surely one of them is right for you.

If you want to check out some of these hybrid dogs you can try the site Dog Breed Info. It lists an extremely wide variety of hybrid dogs along with photos and info on the breeds.

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Top Considerations For Purchasing A French Bulldog

The top considerations when purchasing a French Bulldog is first knowing what you want. As with most breeds you want to consider body type, size, gender and health problems, just to name a few things.

Breeders today are simply enjoying what they do, not just because they are surrounded by the creatures that they love, but also because they are able to make a living out of it. The reason behind this is more people today are purchasing dogs. This may be because of several reasons; some see them as the ultimate in home safety, while some have them for companionship, whatever your reasons are you’ve definitely made a good decision.

Dogs have always been known as the best pet to have, and for so many reasons that need not be elaborated. And presently, many dog lovers have found that the French Bulldog is one of the top choices.

Like cuddly teddy bears, French Bulldogs have an appeal all of their own. They possess the same stocky and muscular, sometime fearsome look, but they are also diminutive and lovable. And although purists would prefer purebred French Bulldogs, you have to know that there are a variety of French Bulldogs available in different colors and sizes. So once you have decided that you are ready to own a French Bulldog, here are some of the considerations that should know to help you decide which type of French Bulldog to purchase.

Type Of Body And Size

Yes, they have the same body type, to a certain extent. Some French Bulldogs are stockier while some are much thinner. Some have longer legs, while others are lower to the ground. Depending on their lineage, you will be able to choose, based on their parents, what type would best suit your preference. Some are noticeably bigger as well. If you want to let your dog join a show later on, you can check the American or Canadian Kennel Club for their minimum and maximum requirements.

Gender

Some say that female French Bulldogs are more susceptible to training. And this consideration is based on the fact that if you want to produce a litter later on. This though depends on the breeder that you bought the dog from. Some do not allow their dogs to produce offspring and requires them to be spayed or neutered.

The Bloodline

There is then the bloodline of the dog and the reputation of the breeder. Once again, if you want your dog to be entered into competitions, having champion parents will help boost the chances. To do this, you must be able to get proof of their registration with the AKC/CKC and proof of their champion win. A reputable breeder will be able to show all of this to you. If you want a dog for show make sure you only get your dog from a reputable breeder. If you want you dog for just as a pet then you can be a little more lenient.

Health Problems

One thing you must remember is that each purebred breed has their own particular health problems. Make sure that you become aware of what specific health problem French Bulldogs are likely to get. A breeder should be able to show you the health history of the bloodline of the dog. Also, the results of the health tests on the puppy should be produced. This will help ensure that you are getting a healthy French Bulldog puppy.

Check Yourself

And lastly, check on yourself. See if you are indeed ready to take on the responsibility of being a responsible owner. Not only emotionally, but also financially and have ample time and space to dedicate to owning a dog.

These are just some of the top considerations for purchasing a French Bulldog. Enjoy your new French Bulldog buddy, you won’t regret it.

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Learn How To Spot A Good French Bulldog Breeder

Learn how to spot a good French Bulldog breeder and get the perfect dog for you. Here are just a few things to check out about finding a breeder for French Bulldogs if you want a purebred dog instead of a mixed breed dog.

There is nothing wrong with mixed breed dogs, they can be as loyal and a great companion as any other dogs. But if you’re out in the market for something that you can be sure about in terms of temperament, health concerns, and the precise look of the dog when it grows up, then you should definitely go for a purebred. And if you also would like to join dog shows, then you should know that only purebreds are allowed to join. And if you’re like the thousands of Americans today, then you would most likely would want to have a French Bulldog as your pet.

Purebred French Bulldogs can be quite expensive. So if you’re going to spend a lot of money to have a great looking, loyal, and playful dog, then you have to be sure that it comes from a good breeder. A reputable breeder will be able to provide you a French Bulldog that is very beautiful, but a dog that you know will be able to give you the true experience of owning a French Bulldog. But first things first, how do you know if a breeder is trustworthy?

Many breeders have become such because they love their dogs. It is a source of income for many of them but mostly, it’s all about their love for that particular breed or several breeds. So, you need to see or discover for yourself whether a breeder is in it just for the money, meaning he skimps on whatever he can to make a profit, or is in the breeding game for the love of dogs. Here are some ways to help you learn this.

Be doubtful of breeders that advertise their puppies. Advertising cost money, so they are probably skimping on other costs, like maybe important health tests. And when the ads declare that their puppies are from champion lines or are sired from dog show champion parents without showing which pedigree it is, then be wary about that breeder. Do not be persuaded either by ads of breeders that boast of certification from the American Kennel Club.

And if you’re in the market for a pure bred French Bulldog because you may want to enter it into a competition, then don’t go to a breeder that sells puppies with a rare color. Although it may be enticing to have a unique French Bulldog, rarely are they qualified for competitions. Also, extreme sizes, either too small or bigger than normal, should not be bred, they can throw off the balance of the purebred line.

Reputable breeders share all information about their dogs, they even show it in their website. All photos and pedigrees are posted and all health concerns are shown as well. In fact, reputable breeders oftentimes enter competitions to show their dogs. This means that the dogs are very well cared for and they have great concern in maintaining the integrity of the breed.

And finally, but definitely not the last aspect in defining a reputable breeder, a breeder should always have tests for the health of their litter. They should let you know of the line has any recurring health concerns and should provide a guarantee or warranty that your French bulldog is healthy.

Learning how to spot a good French Bulldog breeder takes research and checking out their references. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and don’t be afraid to check them out. If you are willing to spend the kind of money it costs to buy a purebred French Bulldog then you should be willing to do what is necessary to find the right breeder.

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Want To Adopt A Chihuahua?

What You Should Know About Chihuahua Breeders

So you are looking to adopt a Chihuahua. Here is a little of what you should know about Chihuahua breeders. The Chihuahua is believed to be first found in Mexico according to folklore and archaeological finds, but in fact their history is puzzling and there are many theories surrounding their origin. Chihuahua breeders have been producing the dog, which weighs between 1 and 6 pounds for decades now.

The Chihuahua is the smallest pure bread dog in the world. They are the only natural toy breed in the world as every other toy breed is a hybrid. Chihuahua breeders are proud of the long lineage of the breed.

The Chihuahua can be either smooth/short haired or long haired. Canada and the United Kingdom separates these two into separate breeds while the Kennel club in the United States considers them one breed.

While each Chihuahua has its own personality, in general, they are graceful, energetic and fast. They also tend to have “terrier like” qualities such as being alert, observant and keen.

The Chihuahua often stands up to dogs much bigger than itself. He or she is also very protective of their family. He is a good watch dog because he is fierce and very loyal, but does not make an effective guard dog because of his small size. The Chihuahua is also known as “Teacup” “Toy” or “Pocket” Chihuahuas. Celebrity women are often seen carrying the dog around in their purses or bags.

Chihuahuas tend to be long lived dogs. Some common genetic problems include Patellar Luxuation, eye problems, hypoglycemia, heart disease and tooth and gum ailments. When stressed or excited, a Chihuahua tends to shake or tremble.

Chihuahua breeders need to be ethical. If you are going to buy a Chihuahua, make sure the puppy’s parents have all of the health clearances.

Chihuahuas can be trained through “clicker training”. You click the clicker and give the dog a treat when she has done what you have asked her to do. This installs in the dog’s mind that when you click, she gets a treat. Once she knows the click means a treat, you can begin teaching her specific behaviors based on the click. Keep the initial training sessions short – 5 to 10 minutes – so that your dog doesn’t become bored. If you try do do a task that for too long a dog will become easily bored.

Clicker training can be used to promote every day good behavior such as sitting or more complicated behaviors such as turning around in circles.

You can adopt a Chihuahua thorough a breeder or you can rescue a dog from places like Chihuahua Rescue & Adoption: Adopt a Chihuahua in your area. If you are thinking of going through a breeder remember to ask your Chihuahua breeder whether your dog is in good health and is able to be trained. The Chihuahua is a great dog and Chihuahua breeders can help you pick out the best in the litter.

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Adopting A Dog – Puppy Or Adult

So, you’re thinking about adopting a dog. Well, now you’ve got to consider whether you want an adult dog or a puppy. You will also consider if you want to adopt the the shelters, dog pounds, humane societies or a breeder. Adopting a dog whether an adult or puppy is a big responsibility. There is a lot to consider when you decide to adopt a dog. Are you really ready for it? Like having children you are tied more to your home and traveling can be a bit more of an experience and limited.

Everyone is surely going to get excited when trying to adopt a dog. Truly a man’s best friend, you can rely on your pet dog in giving you company, cuddling up together and some can even guard your house. You need to review your personal lifestyle and needs when adopting a dog. It is a major decision whether or not you would choose to have a puppy or an adult as a pet. Before deciding on which dog to adopt, here is some useful information that might help you decide.

On Puppies

Everybody loves a puppy but be aware immediately of the responsibilities of what a puppy needs and what it involves.

– Most pet owners love how puppies can be entertaining. They are very cute and adorable pets that is a hit for both children and grown ups. Puppies can be easily regarded as one of the family.

– You should adopt a puppy when it is at least 10 weeks old. Puppies need a lot of time to be cared for by their mothers. This is a crucial stage for them. They somehow gain a psychological advantage for both puppy and for the mother dog as well.

– Bringing up a puppy is an advantage because this means that you would guide its growth and well being. You would have the chance to raise it up according to what you want. This means you can ensure that it is properly nurtured with the right dog food, ensure that necessary dog shots are given and prevent heartworm at this early stage. Having your puppy personally trained is also a plus since you can teach him exactly what you want.

– A puppy can easily adjust to new surroundings as compared to an adult dog. Although most puppies may cause minimal to major damage to your personal stuff while they are in the stage of teething. They need to be housebroken and house training needs a lot of time, effort and patience from the owner.

– If you already have other pets like say a cat, then if you get a puppy that puppy would grow up with your cat or cats.

– There is no assurance of what a puppy would look like when it gets old; especially it is a mixed breed. Also, his temperament might change too when he grows up.

On Adult Dogs

– An adult dog is a great choice because in most cases the dog would already be house-trained and maybe even already have some basic training.

– You would have less of a fuss taking care of an adult dog. They already have this established behavior that you can easily adopt too. By being with the dog more often, you would have more or less an idea of what its temperament is.

– You need to get as much information that you can when adopting an adult dog. Take note of its habits and mood swings. You can acquire these valuable data from the previous owners of the dog. Some adult dogs may have some behavior issues especially if they are coming from shelters. It is important to take note of them.

– It may take some time and effort for an adult dog to be completely comfortable with a new owner. Let the dog become acclimated with his surroundings. He needs to get a lay of the land so to speak.

– Take note that you need to introduce an adult dog to your children and other household members. It is best to introduce an adult dog to the family members one at a time instead of all at once as this could confuse and startle the dog. This would help the dog become familiar with them and helps them refrain from biting or barking thinking that they maybe strangers.

– An adult dog may not need your full attention unlike puppies need and would require lesser trips to the veterinarian.

– For a fully grown dog, physique and behavior is basically not a variable anymore. What you see is basically what you get.

– Most dogs are housebroken already so they would cause lesser damage to your belongings and don’t wake up at night like most puppies do. But remember this is only the case if the dog was an inside dog and sometimes not even then depending on how and if they were trained at all. They have also over grown the impulse of chewing things he has his eyes on.

– An older dog might or might not adapt to other pets, like other dogs or cats, if you have a group of them at your household. In this case try introducing the other animals one at a time to see how they get along.

Adopting a dog is not an easy task and choosing which one to adopt can be a little tricky too. Everyone loves sweet looking puppies, but not everyone can stand up to the tiresome house-training. Though most would appreciate the bonding shared with them. Adult dogs need no great amount of guidance but can still turn out to be a lovable pet. Whichever you think is the right pet for you, just keep in mind that taking care of them needs a lot of time and effort. In return, they would always keep you company and has ready smile with an excited wag of tail waiting for you everyday.

When you decide to adopt a dog or a puppy try to remember all that is involved in owning a pet. There are a lot of responsibilities involved when owning a pet and your time would no longer be your own. Restrictions apply when you own a pet. If you are indeed ready then think of all the rewards and love you will reap from this relationship.

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Adopting A Dog

You’ve come to a point in your life when you’ve decided that you want to add a dog to your household and are thinking about adopting a dog or a puppy. Adopting a dog changes your life forever. If you have been thinking of getting a new dog, have you considered all the options available to you?

The obvious choice people make, when considering a new dog is to go to a specialized dog breeder. A good dog breeder will be able to sell you a puppy that has been checked for genetic problems, diseases etc and will very often provide you with a high quality pedigree dog that should be free from problems that plague a lot of dogs. This is ideal for a lot of people but of course will come at a price.

There is an alternative however – adopting a puppy or adult dog from a shelter.There are lots of dogs that are without homes at animal shelters or humane societies. These animals are often a victim of circumstance. Either an owner has died, or an elderly person cannot cope any more or somebody just doesn’t want them anymore. Sadly through no fault of their own, they have ended up homeless. Adopting a dog, may be a great way to offer a loving home to one of these dogs.

A lot of people are concerned that they may end up with an unhealthy dog, or a dog that may be aggressive by getting one from a shelter. Most animal shelters will check a dog for good health and good temperament, so if there are any problems you will be told about them. Also, a lot of shelters offer in-house training to increase the chances of a dog finding a new home. There are even some shelters that will let you have a trial home stay to see if the dog is right for you. Which is great for everybody!

The best way to go about adopting a dog is to pay a visit to your nearest animal shelter. Explain to the staff there, what kind of dog would suit you and your family. Bear in mind that if you have very small children, getting a large dog may not be a good idea. Similarly if you have an apartment, maybe think about getting a small dog that doesn’t require vast amounts of exercise. A bit of forethought before you arrive will make finding the perfect dog for you that much easier.

When you bring your new dog home, try and imagine things from her perspective. Your new dog has probably been through a lot in the past so bringing her to yet another new home may well be overwhelming. The best thing to do is keep her on a leash at first, and gradually introduce her to your home letting her sniff each room until she has got a feel for her new surroundings. Also take her to relieve her bladder outside if she has been on a long car journey with you.

Once she has settled down, allow her to walk freely off the leash inside your home (not outside off the leash yet). This will give her a chance to find ‘her’ spot. By this I mean her favorite place. We all have a favorite spot where we like to go, dogs are no different. If you have bought a new dog bed or blanket for your new arrival, this may be the place to put it. She will naturally go to that spot so having a comfy new bed there will help her settle in.

Your new dog may be very quiet for the first few days but don’t worry, this is part of the settling in process. After a short while your dog will be a fully settled in new member of the family.

Adopting from an animal shelter is a great way to get a new companion and a great way to make a new and happy future for your dog.

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Adopting An Older Golden Retriever

Those of you who want a Golden Retriever but aren’t ready to go through the trials and tribulations of a puppy, should look into adopting an older Golden. Older Golden Retrievers are mature, and prove to be great in homes where they need to spend a quality amount of time by themselves. They are a very adjustable breed, being good tempered. No matter how old the Golden may be, he will quickly become a valued member of your family in little to no time at all.

Many times, breeders will have older dogs for sale. There are several reasons for this, which include show dogs that have lost their potential, studs that have been used for breeding, female Golden’s that have been bred a few times then retired, or other types of special conditions where a breeder is helping a friend get rid of his Golden Retriever. There are other reasons as well, although whatever they may be – the adult Golden Retriever will be available for anyone who wants him.

Most older Golden Retrievers are already housebroken, and know a lot of behavior patterns and how to adapt to a new and loving family. Although it will be a little hard on your new dog at first, if you give him plenty of love, attention, and patience, he’ll be just fine. You need to keep reassuring your new Golden on a regular basis, and let him know that you are his new owner and that you love you and you are glad he’s a member of your family.

If you have been thinking of adopting an older Golden Retriever, you should make sure that you learn everything you can about him. You should also determine his temperament, and whether or not it’s compatible with your family. You should also learn important things as well, such as his diet, likes, dislikes, daily routine, and his habits. Before you decide to take him, you should always make sure that the members of your family meet him as well, so you can talk it over and decide whether or not everyone wants the dog to be a member of your family.

With an older dog, you need to take care of him for the first days, and let him know where everything in your home is. You’ll need to show him where he sleeps, where he should use the bathroom, and where his food is. Take your time and be patient with him, as will normally take him a few days to learn how things in your home work.

You should always give your new Golden Retriever at least a month or so to get used to his new environment, before you start his new obedience training. Even though your new dog may have some prior obedience training, you should still enroll him in a new class. This way, he can brush up on training and you can work with him to help him understand. Once you have finished training, he’ll understand your commands better and you and him will get along just fine.

All Golden Retrievers, regardless of their age, love attention. Older Golden’s on the other hand, may have medical problems that you aren’t aware of. You shouldn’t let this stop you from getting one though, simply because the rewards that you’ll find are far greater than any cons that may come to mind. Although many people don’t give a lot of thought to getting an older Golden Retriever – they are perfect for families who don’t want to put up the time and troubles of raising a puppy.

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The Best City Dog 3: When Kids Are In The Home

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. Any dog can adapt to a city just as well as they can adapt to the country and if there are kids in the home then they can adapt to them as well. For the most part dogs love children, it all depends how they are socialized from a young age (the dog as much as the kid), but an older dog as adapt to children as well given time, patience and love.

Of course you have to be reasonable about all of this. If you have a one room apartment or studio, or driving a small car, you’re going to have a problem with raising a dog like a Great Dane; but that being said, if you can get past their boisterous puppy stage in a small apartment then they are great dog to have. As an adult they tend to take over one spot and that is their spot. If trained right it will be their bed pad. As a rule Great Danes can be lazy and don’t require much exercise. In fact to much exercise at one time (say like running) can actually harm the Dane. They only need 15-20 minutes of a run or long fast pace walk. Great Dane are great with children despite their size. A small dog like a feisty Jack Russell Terrier needs a great deal of exercise as they have a lot of energy.

In selecting a dog for the city, there are many books that will give you basic information about the temperament of different breeds. This is a good starting place, but remember each book, authority or whatever on any breed can differ. For example, some books say that Great Danes don’t make a good pet for a small place but there are other that say the opposite. You will also have to consider that a large dog like say a Great Dane has a short life span (8-9 years) whereas a small dog like say a Jack Russell Terrier can have a life span of about 10-12 years or longer.

City Dogs & Children In The Home

If there will be small children in the household, the information below can be of tremendous help in making that decision:

Dogs That Are Good With Children (from the start)

American Water Spaniel, Basset Hound, Beagle, Boxer, Brittany Spaniel, Bull Dog, Coonhound, English Setter, English Shepherd, Foxhound, Golden Retriever, Great Dane, Irish ‘Red’ Setter, Irish Water Spaniel, Irish Wolf Hound, Labrador Retriever, Old English Sheep Dog, Pointer, Standard Poodle, Saint Bernard, and the Springer Spaniel.

Dogs That May Not Be So Good With Children (but can get used to them in time)

American Cocker Spaniel, American Toy Fox Terrier, Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Chihuahua, Chow, Dachshund, Doberman Pinscher, German Shepherd, Husky, Italian Greyhound, Japanese Spaniel, Kerry Blue Terrier, Malamute, Maltese Terrier, Mexican Hairless, Miniature Pinscher, Pekingese, Pomeranian, Samoyed, Scotch Terrier, Spitz, Toy Manchester, Wire-haired Fox Terrier, and the Yorkshire Terrier.

Give & Take

This list of dogs that are good or bad for kids is by no means a done deal. It does not mean that a dog cannot be taught to love children. It’s just a bit harder for a dog that does not automatically feel comfortable around energetic little kids while coping with city life at the same time – especially if the owner is not properly training them to be happy with both experiences.

When bringing any dog into a home with kids it is always good to be present when introducing a dog/puppy into the family home. DON’T let the child/children rush or to start grabbing at the dog. LET the child hold out their hand palm down, fingers slightly bent so the dog can sniff at their hand first and then the dog will make the first move to accepting the child. The same goes for anyone in the home.

Also, the lists above are not complete. Some dogs were not included because there are just some many dogs breeds out there and also what we call the ‘mutt’ breeds. Some breeds may be on the bad list because they are rescue dogs that have had bad backgrounds and just aren’t sure yet who they can trust. Just because a dog is a rescue dog though doesn’t mean he won’t be good with kids. When choosing a rescue dog/puppy bring your children so they can participate in the early introductions when choosing a dog. If you are willing to put in the time required to raise a city dog with kids, then any dog can be a work in progress.

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The Best City Dog 2: What Breed Is Best For You To Adopt

When choosing the right dog to adopt 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 for adoption with a temperament that suits your needs for the way you live.

Some people can choose to adopt what you might think is the wrong dog. Sometimes you can get a very quiet people but they have a very aggressive dog, but the dog can be controlled. They say the dog helps them to lead their quiet life… no one is about to bother them.

One young man stated that he wanted to adopt a dog that he could talk to. For people like this you need a calm dog that has a passive temperament. This is the most common type of dog that people need. This is a dog that is for companionship.

At any rate, the best thing you can do is to try to match the temperament of a new puppy with that of your own personality and lifestyle. An active married couple will have different needs than a retired couple or a family with boisterous children… and there will be a pup for each environment.

By picking a dog best suited to your own personality, according to the pup’s temperament, we can reexamine the question of which breed is best for the city. Looking at it from the dog’s standpoint, it doesn’t really matter. Big dog, little dog, longhair, short hair… any one will be healthy and lead a happy life with you if your temperaments match and if you give the dog the correct training. The earlier the better but as long as you are persistent and constant any age dog can be trained. Even a adult dog from a shelter can be trained to obey commands.

Questions To Consider

The big decision here is yours. Do you want a big dog for protection? More and more people think this is a very important factor in the city. Can you afford to feed a big dog? With prices of food what they are in our cities, owning a big dog is like having an extra member of the family at the table each night. Does your place support having a big dog. A big question ever more important to consider is if you live in an apartment can you live with a big dog. Big dogs as a rule need lots of room and exercise. Also does your lease allow dogs as most adoption agencies will ask to see your lease if you live in an apartment.

And what about exercise? There seems to be an old wives’ tale about the amount of exercise a big dog needs. A dog, like man, can adapt to the kind of conditions dictated by his lifestyle. The farmer lives a very active life and gets lots of exercise, but his life expectancy is no greater than that of the city businessman who sits behind a desk and gets his exercise only on the weekend. The daily walk and the occasional romp will keep the dog fit and will help you, too.

Which Breed Is Right For The City?

The often-asked question is always: which breed is right for the city? And it might best be answered by strolling through the park on a balmy spring evening. You will find every possible breed of dog there if you wait long enough, just as you will see every color and make of car on the road.

People like to have their choice and no one best car is best for all the different needs of city people. This same statement holds true for picking the right breed for your life in the city. It all comes back to the temperament of the individual dog, and that is the point I am trying to stress.

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The Best City Dog 1:
The Problem Canine

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. And when you turn on the television there is a guy on a talk show expounding bitterly about the dogs in our cities.

Not saying we don’t have a problem with our dogs, but he was sure barking up the wrong tree. The problem is a people problem, not a dog problem. We’ve become such slobs in our cities – what else could we expect from our dogs!

It’s not hard to see that the dog problem is not too different from our people problem – like the people, too many of our dogs are badly behaved or poorly trained. The concept of the “Golden Rule” is something a dog can’t learn, but it is up to the master to see that the dog performs it.

We’re just chasing our own tail, so to speak. The quality of our city life is so bad that more and more people are getting dogs. Cities are becoming cold and dangerous places to live in. More people want dogs for companionship and so-called protection.

So, the dog population is exploding and making the problem worse. Figuring from the numbers, that if all the dogs in New York were lined up nose to tail, elephant fashion, they’d string themselves from Times Square in New York to the Commons in Boston… and that’s a lot of elephants!

What’s The Answer To The Dog Population Problem?

The answer is behavior – good behavior – it’s that simple. You might as well give up on how to get better behavior from our city’s “two legged dogs”, but there are answers for the four-legged variety. The first step will be the selection of the dog.

What makes a good city dog? The answer, again, that one word: behavior.

Too many people think size is the prime concern. What size should a dog be? The answer means reversing the question to: “What size does behavior come in?” And while many of the experts don’t agree with that, all it takes is common sense to know that the right city dog, the one with good behavior and manners, depends on how well it’s owner can train the animal.

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Dog Pictures: Man’s Best Friend Is Also His Best Photo

It’s not just about dog adoptions. Here is a special article for the new doggie parents to be. You can join the many parents of a furry ‘baby’ showing your precious furry ‘baby’ pictures.

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, just like any proud parent!

Dogs and cameras seem to have been made for each other. But modern photographers count their blessings – it wasn’t always as easy as today’s ‘point and shoot’ technique which can stop a dog in mid jump catching a Frisbee, and come out looking perfect!

Dog Pictures From The Past

When the first photograph was taken in 1839, the photographer, Louis Daguerre, had to leave the shutter open for twenty minutes just to get enough light on the film (Quite an improvement over the eight hour exposure time earlier experimenters used.)

In just a few years, the art of photography spread like wildfire throughout the country and new developments made shorter exposure times possible – although exposure was still measured in minutes rather than the fraction of a second it now takes.

Photographing people was difficult enough. To keep them motionless during exposure they were often held rigidly in place by braces and vise-like head grips. Children were even worse – the slightest squirm blurred the photo. With daddy standing sternly nearby ready to scold the small poser if he scratched his nose, the photographer was nevertheless able to produce fairly good quality photos.

Dog Pictures Were Just As Popular

But just as with today’s dog owners, everyone with a pet pup wanted to get him into the act, too. However, even the best-trained pooch couldn’t be expected to freeze for five minutes while the photographer exposed his film.

The twitch of a friendly tail ruined many dog pictures in those early days – but nothing could put a damper on the dog owner’s enthusiasm. He wanted a shot of his dog – whether it was a daguerreotype, ambrotype, carte de visite, tintype, cabinet photo or snapshot.

Photographers kept trying, and out of the mass of blurs and blotches emerged a number of dog pictures immortalizing man’s best friend – and the photographer’s worst model!

Collectors Of Dog Pictures

Recently, a phenomenal growth of interest in early photography has sent a small army of collectors scouring the country for the daguerreotype and its successors. Some collect only outdoor scenes, others specialize in civil war soldiers – but it’s the valiant few who search for dog pictures that have the most difficult task of all.

The blurred images were of course discarded long ago, and good quality dog photos were uncommon even during the 19th century. Today they can be ranked in the “rare” class and have been sold for as much as $500 or more.

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Do You Really Want A Large Dog?

Every year, thousands of individuals and families bring home a member of a large dog breed, only to discover in a short time that it is not the right fit for their home and lifestyle. Of course this sudden realization is understandable – why would most people want a canine that reaches 100 pounds and is taller than the children? However, it was not a responsible decision in the first place to buy a large breed of dog without doing the research needed to ensure it was a perfect match for you and the family.

Beware Of That Adorable “Little” Puppy

Too many people see that oh-so-cute pup in the store or walking around the neighbor’s yard, and are suddenly drawn to have one. Why? Cute ears, puppy breath, that harmless wobbly walk – but you know what – all puppies are cute!
Let’s take some breeds for example that have characteristics that many people are not privy do when purchasing: A beagle is one of the cutest puppies there is, but most likely will run away most of the time without lots of training. A Coonhound is cute and will be big, but due to its genetic makeup must have a large outside area to explore and run when it is older. It is a tracking and scenting dog.

It’s All In The Genes, So Take Time To Read Up On The Breed

Big dogs all have unique “big dog personalities” and somehow they must blend with you and your home. There must be a fit. They can put a huge demand on you and your home if the family is unprepared to handle it.

The characteristics bred into canines by humans will determine if a big dog can be a good companion in your situation. The expenses are often greater, if not only in food, and you must be committed to caring for them. Big dogs are also hard to find new homes for once they are older so if you change your mind then it will be the poor animal that suffers down the road.

Once You Have Decided A Big Dog Is Right For You

So you want to have a dog in your life, have done all the research you can on the breed, understand its size potential as well as its needs for living and care.

You have also been honest with yourself and determined why you want a big dog and that you have the proper environment set up. You are well funded enough to do so and you just don’t want a compact mini model dog – you must have a big one!

Now all you have to do is decide want length fur you want and what breed is most suitable for you and your family. When you bring the new pup home make certain you train and socialize the big guy well. And above all, enjoy your big dog!

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Disposable Dogs

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?

While it is true that many animals, just like many people, are very close to perfection than others, it is highly doubtful that any specific animal (or group of animals) can realistically be perceived as “perfect”.

A Crime Of Attitude

It is quite surprising just how naive humans can be in their outlook towards their canine friends. Everyday, puppies are returned to pet stores from individuals who have a handful of complaints from so-called imperfections of the animal. These minor imperfections cause puppies to be passed from home to home without anyone taking the time to try to understand them before hoisting them off to the next family.

Young puppies that come down with an illness or a debilitating handicap are most often put to death by euthanasia rather than the owners committing the love and care to help it cope with its disease or handicap. It’s just the easy way out.

The basic theory seems to be clear: “toss away the less-than-perfect dog, for he can be quickly replaced by a more perfect one… hopefully.”

Realistically, Complete Perfection Is Impossible

If a person is one of these owners who has illegitimately “thrown away” a not-so-perfect dog or puppy, then it is quite obvious that they are used to simply exchanging problems instead of eliminating them.

These animals are living creatures, just like you, just like your children and your family. How in the world can you expect each one to be perfect? Is the life of a dog not worth the extra care or attention?

Also like humans, dogs may not only come with imperfections in health, they also come with complex emotional systems that may be experiencing some sort of malfunction at one time or another. Many owners concede that when a dog starts to display an unwanted characteristic, whether it be physical or mental, it is then time to dispose of the dog for a replacement.

What Will It Take?

How difficult can it possibly be for pet owners to start thinking of their animals as sensitive living beings that need more love and attention than simply filling up the food dish and taking the dog out for a walk? A favorite quote is: “Dogs have rights too!”

And not only does your dog have rights to a life of love and care, regardless of many imperfect circumstances, he also has the right to be recognized for exactly what he is, which is a creature that is neither more perfect or less perfect than the owner that cares for it. If you do not make it a practice to discard your children for their imperfections, your friends, spouse or siblings, then have the decency to treat your pet the same way.

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What Are Kennels

Kennels are enclosures to keep pets in for a period of time. This is to make it more convenient for their owners to do what they need to. Anyone that owns a pet can tell you it is difficult at times to deal with them if you don’t have access to a kennel. They are most commonly for dogs but people also use them for cats, rabbits, and other types of animals.

Some kennels are stationary which means they can’t be moved. These are very common in backyards when a person wants to give their dog room but not the entire yard. Others are portable which means they can be moved. The don’t offer as much room as an outdoor kennel but they will work when you need to transport your pet. Make sure it is going to fit into your vehicle as well though as some are quite wide.

You will find there are kennels in all sizes, with those for outdoors being the largest by far. Some are small enough for little dogs and cats that you can carry them with shoulder strap like you would a purse. They are also made from various materials including canvas, wood, durable plastic, and chain link.

A kennel needs to be a good fit for your pet so take your time to find one. Make sure you take their current size as well as their future size into consideration. They also need to have room for food and water during transport. Ventilation is also very important. Some have a thermal top that can be removed for warmer weather so that they can be comfortable no matter what time of the year it is.

Most vet clinics also have kennels where they room and board your pets. This is often done when your pet is ill or has a medical procedure so observation overnight it needed. They also open up their kennels to those that need a place for their pet to stay while they are away for vacation or some other need. This is better than leaving them home alone or trying to find someone to go care for them daily while you are gone. This is very affordable and you can go do what you need to without worrying about your family pets.

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Bideawee: Part 1
Helping Dogs & Cats Find Loving Homes For Over 100 Years

For individuals looking for their first dog, and whose needs dictate an adult animal rather than a pup or kitten, the perfect answer is often to turn to an animal shelter. Not all animal shelters function as their name seems to imply though. That is, not all of them provide shelter, food, and care for a homeless animal until a new home becomes available.

One such organization whose standards far surpass the average home is the Bideawee, For The Love Of Pets organization, formerly known as the Bide-A-Wee Home Association. Entrusting a beloved pet to their care, the bereaved owner is assured that no animal is ever destroyed unless it is incurably ill.

Located in Manhattan and in both Wantagh and Westhampton, Long Island, the Bideawee Home has been finding loving new homes for unwanted animals for more than 100 years. Thousands upon thousands of dogs and cats are placed in loving new homes each year by the efforts of the Bideawee group.

Such a wide variety of animals passes through Bideawee each week that the prospective pet owner usually has no difficulty finding exactly what he’s looking for. The variety of pups and dogs of mixed ancestry is unending and these combination often produce marvelously handsome, hardy animals.

While purebred pups and kittens rarely find their way to the Home, purebred adult animals frequently find themselves up for adoption – concrete evidence of too many pups and kittens of pure as well as mixed ancestry are glutting the animal market. Dogs and cats of almost every known breed from Afghan to Abyssinian have at one time or another been offered for adoption at Bideawee.

A Reasonable Organization

A small donation goes a long way at Bideawee. Only a small fee is charged for people to put the animals up for adoption, which includes inoculation. When available, purebred pets may cost slightly more but well within the means of most prospective pet owners.

All pets are sent out with a health guarantee and are treated free of charge should they exhibit symptoms of illness within the specified guarantee period. Every animal that is placed for adoption has received at least a temporary inoculation against distemper (and, in the case of cats and kittens, against pneumonitis too) and has been thoroughly examined by a Bideawee veterinarian.

Information solicited from the animal’s original owner initiates the adoptive “parents” in what to expect from their new pet. Is he a good watchdog? Is he fond of children? Is he housetrained? Does he tend to be destructive? What does he like to eat?

The answers to these questions often make adopting a Bideawee dog even easier than buying a pup since the new owner is spared much mystery about how his pet will develop and, often, much of the disappointment of adopting a pet for, say, a watchdog in the neighborhood or, what is worse, selecting a pup as a child’s companion only to have it become an overly aggressive, intractable dog.

Bideawee: Part 2
Helping Dogs & Cats Find Loving Homes For Over 100 Years

At the Bideawee organization, an excellent pet adoption center that has been in existence for more than 100 years, the great majority of dogs and cats there are housetrained, eat one or two meals a day (compared to the four or five meals needed by a puppy or kitten), and are easily identifiable as to basic temperament.

Yet there are many, many adult dogs and cats who seem doomed to spend indeterminable months at one of the Bideawee shelters only because they are more mature or less handsome than the average pet. These animals surely need new homes all the more desperately.

Adopting The Unadoptable

At Bideawee there are many animals that may seem unadoptable, but eventually they will find a home. For example, there’s Tootsie, a 5-year-old Beagle-Fox Terrier mix, who for some strange reason is always ignored by visitors to the Manhattan adoption center.

Junior, a 4-year-old male mixed spaniel, and a handsome fellow too, has spent months at Bideawee growing more and more despondent as the days go by.

But by far the saddest of all is Hercules, an 8-year-old mixed Chihuahua who would love a nice quiet home with an elderly person or a couple.

Experience has shown shelter officials that even these lovely animals, classified by some as hardcore unadoptable canines, will eventually be given new homes by some kind humanitarians in exchange for the love and devotion that they are eager to offer. As the old saying goes: Where there’s life, there’s hope – especially at Bideawee!

For these animals the wait may be long but the prospect of a happy new home filled with love will never be abandoned. In the meantime, these animals become the very special favorites of the Bideawee staff who desperately try to add a more personal touch to the institutional atmosphere which pervades even this fine shelter facility.

Bideawee Needs Your Help

What is obvious here is the fact that Bideawee, like all such agencies, is in desperate need of our help. More than volunteer work, more than donations, Bideawee needs you to adopt a pet!

These animals – whose only crime is to be unwanted – need loving and understanding new homes, homes with people who will show them once again how to enjoy life.

While many critics of such shelter systems bemoan the fact that it is indeed just as cruel to keep an animal in a cage for a long period of time as it is to destroy it, Bideawee claims that it provides a service of inestimable value to those people who cannot condone taking the life from an otherwise healthy animal merely, because they are allergic to it or their landlord says not pets are allowed.

Obviously, no animal shelter or organization can be all things to all people, and for those to whom euthanasia is more readily acceptable than confinement, many, many shelters functioning in that fashion exist all across the country.

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What Is The Perfect Age To Bring Home A Puppy?

The day your puppy comes home to stay is often a fun and exciting time. Usually there is something that makes it a special occasion to remember, an occasions adults always seem to be able to call upon no matter how many decades have gone by.

Someday this puppy will be all grown up and hopefully following the rules of the house. But alas, you have a long way to go before a well mannered dog develops from that playful new puppy. But never fear you can make it positive and successful. You must begin right away, as soon as the little guy or gal walks in the door.

New Puppies Are Like New Babies: Lots Of Work!

It is very normal for most pups and owners to experience some difficulties within the first few days of arriving. It can’t be helped with the world of his litter mates suddenly gone and an entirely new world thrown upon them. But good humor must prevail and with patience you can accomplish things in a good way for the entire family.

The best puppy age range to bring home is commonly thought to be 6 to 8 weeks of age. But to be exact, a lot of breeders believe 9 weeks to be best. With a puppy in this age range there will be a need for frequent rest periods, mainly in the afternoon, with some in the morning.

And take heed, when your puppy first arrives in his new home he might seemingly go crazy to explore anything and everything for several days while he adjusts. But this will pass and as long your puppy isn’t in harm’s way or hurting anything then let the little squirt have at it.

The 8-Week Old Pup

If you have brought home a puppy that is 8 weeks then beware from the start. This pup is at a stage that is called the fear stage. Thus anything that is heard by the puppy or done to this puppy could cause fear that lasts a long time and takes a while for him to grow out of (if ever). So you will have to be more patient during this age and let your new puppy take the time needed to explore and adjust.

The 10-Week Old Pup

For a puppy that is 10 weeks or slightly older, you will have brought home a bundle of energy. This puppy will play more and sleep less, especially a large breed dog. But the positive aspect of this is you can more easily get your puppy to stick with you and keep his attention on you for both play time and training sessions.

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The Scruffy Little Hunter Dog: Border Terrier

The Border Terrier got its name from the Scottish borders. This is where these dogs were bred to bolt foxes that have gone underground. They were also used to hunt and kill rodents as well as hunting for otters and badgers.

They have wiry coat that is why they normally appear as scruffy. However, this scruffiness is an attention-grabber that is why owners do not forget to hug their little ball of energy. You can get a Border Terrier from a breeder or you can try The Border Terrier Club of America a rescue place.

The following are some of the basic facts breeders would really love to know about Borders:

Category: Terrier

Coat: wiry and short; double coated

Colors: wheaten, red, grizzle and tan, blue and tan

Height: Males – 13-16 inches (33-41 cm)
Females – 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)

Weight: Males – 13-15.5 lbs (5.9-7.0 kg)
Females – 11.5-14 lbs (5.2-6.4 kg)

Temperament:

Naturally,

• they are scruffy, hard and bold hunters
• they are active as puppies but mellow down as they mature
• they are not friendly with rabbits, rats, hamsters, and even birds
• they are economical to feed
• their activity die down when left alone all day as they really love to please people especially their owners
• they can get along with cats they were raised with but will chase cats they don’t know
• they may lose timidity when accustomed to active environments

Breeders should note of the following health issues:

• Canine Epileptoid Cramping Syndrome or CES, also called as “Spike’s disease”, which is a hereditary, neurological, metabolic and muscle disorder that is sometimes confused with canine epilepsy
• Cataract, or loss of transparency of one or both lenses of the eyes
• Cryptorchidism, wherein testicles do not descend into the scrotum
• Deafness
• Skin problems and a few skin allergies

Care and Exercise:

• Their coat needs weekly brushing.
• They should be professionally groomed at least twice a year.
• They should bathe only when necessary since they shed little to no hair. Their physique requires a regular exercise routine which includes a daily play time while on leash.
• They should be on leash while walking in public places because of their hunting instincts.

Origin/History:

The exact origins of Border terriers are obscure but many breeders accepted the story that the variety was developed in the Cheviot Hills area, which is near the border of Scotland and England. The Borders have been used as hunters of rabbits and hares. They can even keep up with running horses with their short yet sturdy legs. They were also used by farmers to lure predatory foxes into their dens before killing them.

They were also trained to hunt otters, marten, and even fierce badgers. Like most terriers that were once molded as hunters, they also evolved as pets and became lovely, friendly, and loyal companion dogs. They also take part in dog shows and they can easily grab their audience attention with their agility, appearance, and bright disposition.

The breed was registered by the British Kennel Club in 1920 and by the American Club ten years after.

At present, Borders are highly favored as companion dogs and pets due to their adaptability, friendliness, and winning personality. Nonetheless, they can be reliable when it comes to tracking down vermin. In fact, some of their esteemed talents include hunting, guarding the family, and performing tricks and sports that require competitive obedience.

Like most terriers, you can be rest assured to have a loyal and bright companion dogs if you give your attention and affection to a Border. You can be sure that they can definitely drive away your bore!

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