Bringing a New Puppy (Dog) Into Your Home
When you bring a new puppy into your home there are several precautions you need to take and various things you can do to make your home environment safe for the puppy.
Choosing a Reputable Dog Breeder
I went to a breeder to pick out a Shih Tzu; she is 8 weeks old, and I really adored her, but I was a bit concerned because she had a very unpleasant wet dog smell. The breeder also had cats and a big German Shepherd who continuously licked the pups.
Tips for choosing a new puppy. If you make the decision to adopt a puppy, you are about start a fun adventure. There is a lot to keep in mind when choosing a new puppy.
This is our a 2 yr old Lab/mix. She will only eat in her crate laying down. How do I get her to eat standing up and outside of her crate? Right now she is not eating or drinking water. She is an abused dog from Georgia.
Choosing an Additional Dog for the Family
I am looking to adopt another dog to join our family. We have a spayed female and an unneutered male. Has anyone had any experiences with a neutered male and an unneutered male? Once they figure out their pecking order, are they okay to be around?
Adopting a Labrador/German Shepherd Mix
Can anyone tell me about the disposition of a Labrador/German Shepherd mix? Are they high energy or low key? Do they feel comfortable outside on their own? Are they good for a family with two teenagers and working parents (one of whom works at home)?
I'm wondering if I could get any tips on this: I have come to live with my grandparents in the country, and heard that there was a pit bull someone had dumped, running wild in the area.
Unfortunately, there are a lot of people out there claiming to be reputable breeders when they are in fact not. So how do you find the right kind of breeder?
When my brother and I were little, we developed some pretty severe allergies -- including allergies to animal dander. Forced to give up the family dog, we asked our allergist if we could ever have another pet.
So you'd like to get a dog, but you're not sure what kind. Purebred? Mutt? There are certain advantages to owning a mixed-breed dog, believe it or not.
Consider the Needs of a Breed When Getting a Puppy
For those of you who just acquired a puppy or are planning to get one soon, please be sure to research the breed that you are interested in. You may not realize it, but not every breed is suitable for every person, family and lifestyle...
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When my brother and I were little, we developed some pretty severe allergies -- including allergies to animal dander. Forced to give up the family dog, we asked our allergist if we could ever have another pet.
So you'd like to get a dog, but you're not sure what kind. Purebred? Mutt? There are certain advantages to owning a mixed-breed dog, believe it or not.
