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Ear Cropping Laws in the State of Pennsylvania In January of 2009, the Pennsylvania House passed a law concerning what supporters of the law call cruelty to animals. This law was a knee-jerk reaction to the killing of 80 dogs by Ammon and Elmer Zimmerman, breeders in Berks County... ( added 153 days 16 hours ago.)

Ticks, Mosquitoes and Fleas - Pest Problems For Your Dog Summer is here and we all love to be outside as much as possible. Our dogs love to play outside too. Along with beautiful weather, summer brings outdoor barbeques, vacation and the pests that like to snack on us and our canine companions. These... ( added 159 days 11 hours ago.)

Schutzhund - Working Dogs Schutzhund is the German word for working dog. It is specific training in obedience, tracking and protection. The breeds most commonly trained in Schutzhund are Dobermans, German Shepherds, Rottweilers, and Belgian Malinois. These particular... ( added 164 days 15 hours ago.)

Is the BARF Diet Better For Your Dog? It used to be simple to feed your dog. You would buy some kind of dry dog chow and throw in some table scraps. As veterinary science became more advanced, veterinarians began to study nutrition. They realized that, just as for people, diet has... ( added 172 days 13 hours ago.)

Does Your Dog Love You? The other night on the news, I saw a story about 2 dogs on a busy New York City highway that stopped traffic during rush hour. One dog had been hit by a car. Police officers stopped traffic and were trying to get to the injured dog to get it... ( added 176 days 15 hours ago.)

The Dog Days of Summer - Vacation With Your Pooch Its that time of year again, time for Summer vacation! Summer vacation means something different for all of us, but we all look forward to getting away from work and our everyday routine. Whether your family plans to go camping in the mountains... ( added 178 days 16 hours ago.)

Getting a Second Dog - Introducing a New Puppy If you have a dog in your household, and are thinking about getting a second dog, there are some things you should consider before making a decision. The first and probably most important thing to know is that dogs of the opposite sex will be... ( added 181 days 16 hours ago.)

Naming Your Puppy - Spike, Fluffy, Bob? Getting a puppy is really exciting and part of the fun is choosing a name. Though it may not seem like a big deal to name your pup, there are actually several things to consider. You may not realize it, but puppies work very hard to understand... ( added 187 days 12 hours ago.)

Shocking Dogs - Electronic Dog Collar So, you have a dog with behavior issues. You've tried everything, but nothing has worked to keep your pooch from chewing the furniture or hosting doggy parties when you're not home. You may have heard about electronic training collars, and you... ( added 191 days 9 hours ago.)

Is Your Pooch Leaving Puddles? It Could Be Urinary Incontinence If you have a dog, it should not be a surprise to find the occasional puddle on the floor. If you are still training your puppy, you can count on the occasional accident. Even if your pup is housebroken, a younger dog may not be able to hold it... ( added 193 days 11 hours ago.)

Dobermans - Jekyll and Hyde? Dobermans are the only dogs bred specifically for guard and protection work. They were developed to protect the tax collector in the 1800's. They can look fierce, and thanks to the media, they have a reputation as dangerous dogs. There is no... ( added 201 days 14 hours ago.)

Outdoor Dangers For Your Dog This time of year, we all like to spend more time outdoors. Those of us with dogs, know they love the outdoors. Whether we go camping in the mountains or swimming at the beach, there is so much to see and smell and explore. Just as we are prone... ( added 206 days 14 hours ago.)

Guard Dog Vs Protection Dog In today's world, people feel a need for security, for themselves and their families. Some people want to keep their property or business secure from intruders. Although alarm systems can do the job, many people choose to get a dog instead. In... ( added 212 days 9 hours ago.)

Did Your Puppy Come From a Puppy Mill? There are approximately 3,500 pet stores in this country that sell puppies. They sell nearly 500,000 puppies a year and they can advertise the pups as AKC registered. AKC papers only signify that the puppy comes from 2 pure breed parents. It... ( added 214 days 13 hours ago.)

Are You Sure You Want to Buy a Puppy From a Pet Store? How many of us have been walking around the local mall and decided to stop in the pet store to look at the puppies? They are so cute and we feel sad that they are stuck in those little wire cages. You may be tempted to bring one home.... ( added 214 days 16 hours ago.)

Ways to Avoid Dog Bites According to the American Pet Products Manufacturing Association, there are currently approximately 74 million dogs in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control reports that 2% of the U.S. population, or 4.7 million a year report being... ( added 243 days 16 hours ago.)

Awesome Dogs of the United States Military After the attack at Pearl Harbor, in 1942, the U.S. Military joined with the American Kennel Club to establish Dogs for Defense. The American Kennel Club recruited dog owners to donate quality canines to the military. The Quartermasters Corps was... ( added 261 days 16 hours ago.)

Is a Hybrid Dog For You? If you are thinking about getting a puppy, you may be considering a hybrid, also known as a designer dog. In the last several years, hybrids have become very popular. A hybrid by definition is a combination breeding of 2 different pure breed... ( added 265 days 16 hours ago.)

OFA Certification and Hip Dysplasia If you own a larger breed of dog or are looking for one, you may have heard the term OFA Certified. This refers to the dog's hip joints and is an indicator of potential problems for your dog. Hip problems for any active dog will cause pain and... ( added 274 days 13 hours ago.)

In Pennsylvania Its Legal to Kill Your Pet A Pennsylvania Superior Court overturned a woman's conviction for conspiracy to commit cruelty to animals for shooting and killing her 6 year old pit bull/chow mix dog. She gave her boyfriend a handgun and had him shoot and kill the dog because... ( added 278 days 13 hours ago.)

Cropping Your Doberman's Ears Ear cropping for Dobermans is usually done between 8 and 12 weeks of age. It is not a good idea to do it after 14 weeks of age as the cartilage becomes less pliable and the ears are less likely to stand. The surgery is done under general... ( added 284 days 12 hours ago.)

Does Your Dog Need Vitamins? Many of us choose to take vitamins or supplements to improve or maintain our health. We don't always eat well and we live busy, often stressful lives. This busy lifestyle takes a toll on our bodies. We get run down and tired. Vitamin... ( added 299 days 12 hours ago.)

Is a Doberman a Good Family Pet? Before you decide to add any dog to your family, you need to have a family discussion and determine if you are able to commit the time and energy to your newest member. Any puppy requires a lot of work and you must remember that your puppy will... ( added 311 days 15 hours ago.)

Don't Make Your Dog Fat We all know that being overweight is unhealthy and can cause real problems. We also know what to do about it and how to trim down and lose weight. Well, since our dogs are part of the family, they often end up carrying more weight than is healthy... ( added 317 days 16 hours ago.)

Dogs in Public Places For most of us, our dogs are truly part of the family. We like to take them along for everything from errands around town to the family vacation. Dog parks have sprung up everywhere and there are doggy daycare centers to "babysit" your pooch while... ( added 345 days 16 hours ago.)