Richard-Livitski blogRichard Livitski (9,926)    http://www.dog-names-and-more.com Female Puppy Names: Find Girl Puppy Names And Dog Names That FitPosted Tuesday, July 01, 2008 (4 days 23 hours ago.) Viewed 44 times. Because it may not have made much of a difference to you whether it was a male or female, you wound up with a beautiful girl! Much like bringing home a newly born baby, bringing home a new puppy, or even a more mature dog you rescued from the shelter can be an exciting experience! Until both of you get acquainted with each other, and you choose a name, you'll probably hear a lot ofHey! don't go there!Get your nose out of there!.Do THAT outside! around your house. So that's why it's important to choose a name early on, and one that will suit both your family and your dog. That's why when it comes to choosing a great female dog name, taking the time to consider all name possibilities is important. Although many owners will simply name their dog anything that comes to mind, be careful that the name you give her doesn't rhyme with something negative, possibly giving the neighbors kids something to taunt her with. Make sure also that the name doesn't sound like a common command, like Go, Stay, Sit etc. which will confuse her when it comes to training time. By taking these considerations, not only will your dog love you for it, but it will also avoid a mid-life name change! What I've done with this article is to share with you what I feel are some of the better girl puppy names available in the doggie kingdom. Names that not only match a given dog's personality, but her appearance as well as names I felt just sounded cool. This list is by no means conclusive, just a way to get your creative juices flowing, as well as to start you off on the right paw. Here's a few ideas Female Puppy Names That Sound Small Bambi, Bugsy, Butterball, Button, Cuddles, Doodle, Gumball, Junior, Kewpie, Laptop, Munchkin, Nibbles, Nipper, Peanut, Peewee, Puddles, Putt-Putt, Squeaky, Squirt, Tinkerbell Female Puppy Names That Sound Big Big Shot, Boomer, Bruno, Grizzly, Hercules, Hulk, Jaws, Kahuna, Kong, Moose, Stallion, Wookie, Yukon For Dogs That Are Black Or Chocolate Aurora, Coco, Ebony, Eightball, Espresso, Hoodlum, Luna, Midnight, Nighthawk, Phantom, Raven, Salem, Shadow, Star, Storm, Taboo For Dogs That Are Blonde Amber, Autumn, Blondie, Chiquita, Daisy, Ember, Garbo, Goldie, Harlow, Meadow, Omelet, Paris, Sandy, Sahara, Savanna, Sunny, Zsa Zsa Cool Sounding Names. Aspen, Azure, Capri, Charisma, Denali, Java, Mahala, Maui, Mignon, Nirvana, Pirouette, Rio, Sahara, Sierra, Taboo, Tiara Other Girl Puppy Names Ideas Latte: Possibly a good name for a black dog. Jalapeno: A good name for a dog with a sometimes fiery disposition. Crouton: Another good name for a small breed. Maybe a Chihuahua? Kahlua: I can see this name on a brown dog. Caviar: For a dog with expensive tastes. Maybe a good Poodle name? Bon Bon: I can see this as a good name for a small black dog. It's easy to find great female dog names and considering that your dogs name will be used an estimated 15,000 times during her lifetime, isn't she worth taking a little extra time to pick a perfect name? When Richard Livitski isn't busy looking for Female Puppy Names, he's working on his website http://www.dog-names-and-more.com where dog names and puppy names in all shapes and sizes can be found. 
Permalink Comments (0) English Mastiffs And Bull Mastiffs: This Is One Gentle GiantPosted Wednesday, July 11, 2007 (361 days 1 hour ago.) Viewed 2,076 times. The Bull Mastiff and the English Mastiff have a long colorful history. Yet the thing that stands out most about this breed is not that it's a gentle family dog, but that this dog is so big that it can out weigh it's master! Here are more facts about this interesting breed… History Despite the passing of thousands of years, most breed experts suggest that modern day Mastiffs are similar in shape and size to their ancestors. The origins of all Mastiffs dates back to 2000 B.C. in Asia, although the original ancestors were probably most like the English Mastiff, as they were extremely tall, muscular and weighed a great deal. Because of this, many will claim that the English is the "true" Mastiff. Sources suggest that over a thousand years or so, Romans crossed over the Swiss Alps for war and in search of land brought the Mastiffs from Asia. From here, the breed began to grow in popularity in Europe and other varieties of the breed began to pop up. The English used the Mastiffs to guard their castles but they were also used by the Celts as war dogs and even by nomads to guard camps. In more modern times, Mastiffs were used as bull baiting and cattle herding dogs. Sources suggest that the English Mastiff was brought over on the Plymouth to America, where they were used as guards for camps. The need for the breed began to decline with the invention of machinery and industry and by the 1900s they were nearly extinct in England and other parts of Europe. From here America became the most populated with Bull Mastiffs, now known as the most popular form of the breed. Description Remember that there will be some variation in the description of a Mastiff, but all are similar in size and shape. There is no mistaking Mastiffs as a large breed dog that weighs between 120-200 pounds. Although the hair color and length will change depending on the type of Mastiff, almost all are shorthaired and are available in colors ranging from brown, red, brindle to black. The muzzle will almost always be short, wide and black in color, framed with short, floppy ears and a long, thin tail. There are many different varieties of the Mastiff. Many were originally different breeds of dog that were at one point crossed to create different versions of the Mastiff. These varieties include the English, Bull, Neapolitan, French and Tibetan, with the most popular varieties being Bull and English. The Bull is especially predominant throughout North America. The largest of the breed is the English version, sometimes weighing over 200 pounds. The only major difference between the Bull and English Mastiff is that the English will look considerably stockier and may be upwards of 30 inches tall, while the Bull is usually no taller than 27 inches. There is debate over which of the two is the original Mastiff, but most breeders will consider the English Mastiff the original breed. Another major difference between the English and Bull is that the Bull Mastiff has an extremely powerful head that is wide and a more sleek and muscular body. Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are wrinklier, with the entire body full of wrinkles, including the muzzle, the neck, chest, and through the legs and underbelly. Keep in mind that while this type of Mastiff might look significantly smaller than the Bull or English, the weight is simply distributed different, as the Neapolitan is significantly shorter than the Bull or English. The French Mastiff, also known as the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Bordeaux Bulldog by the French, will only weigh around 140 pounds and will be significantly shorter and stockier. The French looks significantly different because of a much wider head that may resemble a mixture of a Mastiff and a Rottweiler, at least in width. As well, the French muzzle may be a solid red, as most French Mastiffs are a solid red color, making the French red from head to toe. You may not immediately recognize the Tibetan Mastiff as fitting with the breed, because it looks very different from the others. Instead of a short coat, it has a medium to long double coat of fur that is available in a variety of different colors, but not usually singular in color. This breed also has a longer muzzle that is more rounded and narrow than the other Mastiffs. Breed Temperament Mastiffs absolutely love to be part of the family! They are considered a gentle family pet that does well with children but because of their size, they will make an excellent watchdog as well. Despite their large stature, they usually do not make good guard dogs, because they are most often too laid back. Even though they are gentle with children, because of their size, it is best to keep an eye on them with small children because they could easily knock a child over. Keep in mind that because of early breeding as bull baiters, cow herder and fighters they will need training from a small puppy to ensure that they do not become aggressive in any way. This should not scare potential owners, though, as most aggressive tendencies are long gone in these dogs. Most actually may tend to be on the lazy and laid back side and many owners will suggest that they have to reward their Mastiffs in order to get them to work. Although Mastiffs will be okay without a great deal of exercise, it is important to exercise them regularly to keep them healthy and at an ideal weight. Life Span 8-10 years Suitability with Children Yes, can be trusted with all children Suitability with Other Pets Yes, but males may have dominant tendencies Common Ailments This breed is prone to hip dysphasia that can lead to arthritis. Are also prone to eye disease and eyelid problems, such as a cherry eye. As well as bloat, cancer and tumors. Trainability Are sensitive to tone of voice, so will do best with gentle guidance training. The entire breed is known for being especially easy to train with consistency and reinforcement from a puppy. Living Conditions Will need daily exercise, but can adapt to most living conditions. Required Exercise Medium Maintenance Costs Low When Richard Livitski isn't busy digging up information about Mastiffs, he's busy running his dog names website http://www.dog-names-and-more.com where dog names as well as grooming, training, and dog care tips can be found.
Permalink Comments (1) Dogs For Sale, Puppies For Sale: Buyer Beware!Posted Tuesday, July 10, 2007 (361 days 19 hours ago.) Viewed 74 times. Are you interested in finding puppies for sale or a certain breed of dogs for sale? If so, there are an abundance of places to search, including local pet shops, newspaper ads, flyers on bulletin boards and even websites of local puppy breeders that may make it overwhelming in deciding exactly what type of pet to purchase. You may also be considering adopting a pet from the local animal shelter or dog pound. Keep in mind that often times, advertisements in papers or on flyers are placed by individual who have a dog that has been allowed to have puppies. Often times these are extremely healthy, happy dogs that can be purchased at much more affordable prices than the average purebred, but for the most part these will not be purebred puppies. Puppy mills are becoming more common as a form of offering puppies for sale. If at all possible it is best to avoid this type of purchase, puppy disease is prevalent in these animals. It is heartbreaking to purchase a cute little ball of fur only to have the youngster die or become extremely ill within weeks due to poor initial care. Puppy mills are basically dog factories in which the owners are only interested in producing as many puppies as possible for a monetary investment. These operations house many female canines, often in cramped cages, allowing males to impregnate them each time they come into heat. Some mills allow little time for exercise, a crucial element for canine health. This leads to an abundance of dog disease, which in turn leads to puppy disease as well. Keep in mind that not all puppy breeders are mills though. There are an abundance of dog breeders that simply love canines and want to produce quality pets for others to enjoy. More often than not, the puppies born and bred in these environments are given the best of conditions until they are sold. Many times there is even a waiting list for the upcoming litter, as the breeders will only allow for the females to reproduce once a year, reducing the chances of complications or disease. No matter where you decide to purchase your puppy from, it is essential to look for signs of health in the pet you select. Their eyes should be bright and shiny and the fur should be thick and healthy-looking. Depending on the personality of the puppy, they may be scared or nervous to approach, but they should still be comfortable in the kennel and with their litter mates and happy to see the breeder or kennel owner. It is also extremely important that puppies for sale are updated on initial vaccinations. The kennel owner or breeder should be willing to provide proof of these vaccinations, such as veterinary records. Remember that when you see a sign that says puppies for sale, it is important to keep in mind the responsibility that goes along with being a pet owner. All too often, parents are convinced to get a pet for their children, without understanding the enormous responsibility it takes to train and care for a dog its entire life! When Richard Livitski isn't busy running around after his own dogs, he's busy running his dog names website http://www.dog-names-and-more.com where dog names as well as grooming, training, and dog care tips can be found.
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