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Dogs' natural behaviors can create some awkward moments, especially around company. Understanding your dogs' urges and tendencies can lessen the awkwardness and allow you to anticipate such situations.

What criteria should you use when selecting a second dog for your family? We considered the health and social needs of our family first--including those of our first dog.

If your dog is healthy, less than ten years old, over 60 pounds and not pregnant, then your dog could be a candidate for canine blood bank donations.

Our dogs show their unconditional love to us daily. Our cats may snuggle up to us as well. There are many ways that we can spoil our pets and show them how much we love them.

Possibly due to the economy, dog theft is on the rise. Some do not question an ad in the paper for a dog for sale. Thieves can quickly turn a buck on your dog. Is your dog safe, or easy to snatch?

Dogs Were The First Domesticated Animals

Dogs have pulled carts, wagons, sleds, and travois for centuries. Today dogs are hitched to rigs for fun. Following these five steps, you can teach your dog to pull a cart or a wagon.

If you are considering a new dog, whether it is your first or one of multiple pets, there are questions you need to consider and answer before making a decision. Go over the list of questions and know you are making the right decision for a new dog.

For a fit handler and dog, going on a hike in the woods with other owners and their dogs can be a fun way for your dog to earn a working pack dog title. My Rottie and I did, and here's how you and your dog can, too.

Are dogs capable of imitating others? The ability to imitate appears to be controversial, but there are some theories that dogs do engage in some degree of observational learning.

Class B dealers are people who buy and sell pets to research labs and universities for educational purposes. In the hands of class B dealers, most pets will suffer abuse one way or the other under a law that allows for legal animal cruelty.

"Free to good home" has a dark and cruel underbelly many pet owners aren't aware of. Research labs, universities and puppy mill owners require a steady supply of animals to continue business as usual. Bunchers provide them with what they need.

Rover may be your best friend, but if only he would stop raiding your trash can or barking at cars! Learn some secrets and tips from the pros on how to stop him from misbehaving.

Pet obesity is a growing and deadly problem. Find out more about the causes, affects, treatment, prevention, and recovery of obesity in dogs.

Movies about dogs introduce movie goers to the positive and adoring side of a dog, but the movie effect also creates shelter dogs when people discover the not so cute and adoring negative characteristics of the breed.

A guide to making an educated decision when adopting or buying a dog.

Don't leave your pet in your foreclosed home. There are options for pet owners evicted from their home. Rescue organizations may be able to help you re-home your pet/s. The more people you talk to; the more likely you can save your pet's life.

While many can list reasons not to adopt a shelter dog, these reasons are really excuses. Stop making excuses and save a life--adopt a shelter dog.

Save the Pets is seeking temporary pet fosters to help alleviate the shortage of pet housing due to overwhelming numbers of pets who currently need homes in Lane County. Temporary pet fosters are crucial to meeting the goals of Save the Pets..

Unlike a divorced partner, your canine partner is in big trouble if he or she can't get along with you. The Humane Society of the United States estimates that 50% of all dogs that enter shelters are euthanized.

Finding the right dog can be difficult, lets make it a little easier

How often do you need to walk your dog? Well, like anything, it depends. Pet expert M. H. Bonham explains how often and how long you need to take your dog for a walk.

Picking the right dog for your household is similar to dating, first determine what the most important considerations is and what you want from this new pet.

Did you know it is illegal to unreasonably attach a dog to a stationery object? Learn the laws in Houston, TX and prevent animal cruelty.

If you're thinking about getting a purebred dog as a companion or a pet, try adopting a dog from rescue. The results may surprise you pleasantly.

If your household is only used to one pet, it will take some time to introduce a new pet. You may think the current pet will be jealous or not tolerate a new pet. You may be surprised at how welcome a new playmate will be.

Have you been considering getting pet insurance? Reading about my experiences with the coverage and value of my pet insurance plan can help you make your own decision.