Canine infectious tracheobronchitis, or kennel cough, is a contagious upper-respiratory infection that occurs via the spread of viruses and bacteria from dogs in close proximity. Contagious kennel cough causes inflammation of the throat and trachea, resulting in a dry, hacking cough.

Some people think that owning a pet puppy is just as simple as feeding them and giving them shelter.On the other hand, it is more than that.Teaching and training them to adapt to new situations is one of the obligations and challenges owners have to face to keep and grow a pet.However, before teachi

I find it totally amazing in this so called enlightened day and age, that a large percentage of dog-owners do not fully understand the importance of regular daily exercise for their pet. You hear about all manner of misdemeanors, from soiling in the house to chewing up the kitchen cupboards, manic a

In the past, boxers competing in conformation shows (what most people think of when they hear the words "dog show") all had upright, cropped ears. In some countries, it is now illegal to crop dog ears and tails, and even in America some show boxers have natural ears. However, sometimes a puppy's nat

There may be no doubts as to the usefulness of training collars for the dog species. However, the appropriate dog training collar must be used correctly for it to be safe and functional. Make sure that the device is fastened around the neck well. It must not be too tight or loose. This is not a form

Introducing a new puppy to your home can be a demanding yet rewarding venture. Teacup yorkshire terriers are small versions of the slightly larger yorkshire terriers and may exhibit some problems due to their small size, such as sickness and congenital defects. These dogs can be high strung, which m

So you're going to get yourself a brand new puppy. You might be imagining playing fetch or going for a walk with him and him becoming a loyal companion for years to come. Before you pick out your new best friend, you'll need to get a few things to make sure that his first night at your hou

French bulldogs are a lovely and adorable breed of dogs that come in a wide range of coat color. Beside the coat color, there are certain features that are dominant in this breed like the wide shoulder and the fold of the skin.

At-home service dogs require rigorous trainingthe girl with dogs image by Vladimir Konjushenko from Fotolia.comMan's best friend can also be his eyes, ears, hands or legs. Service dogs are trained to help people with disabilities. While guide dogs for the blind are best known, canine...

Keeping your dog comfortable while on vacation, both during travel and at your destination, is important and is easier to achieve than you may think. In fact, when you take your dog on vacation, he or she should be comfortable for the duration of the trip. This means that you should check the climat

Yard monitoring systems can keep your dog contained.der wachhund image by Johann Dethloff from Fotolia.comYard monitoring systems are intended to keep dogs contained in specific areas without physical fences. The area is often outlined with an underground electric cable, and the dog wears...

Descended from hunting spaniels, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a toy breed with many wonderful qualities. They are friendly, playful, easily trained and happy to sit on laps as well as to go for walks. As with some other popular purebred dogs, certain health issues have arisen from inbred lin

There are several different things about dog training that are just real and should always be done if you want a well behaved and well adjusted dog. We are going to talk about what I think are 5 of the most important dog training tips.

Coprophagy, or the act of eating fecal matter, is something dogs have a tendency to do. Although it is not fatal, it can still create health issues in your dog, not beneficial when you try to keep your dog healthy. There are methods to try to stop the dog from doing this. And his own fecal matter is

The miniature schnauzer is generally known to be a healthy, hardy breed, but potential health problems can arise. Responsible breeders screen their dogs for hereditary diseases and attempt to eliminate them by removing carriers from their lines.

Submissive urination is when a dog urinates because it is anxious, excited or frightened. It is a common problem even when a dog is fully housebroken, because it is an act of submission rather than true urination and is triggered by a different set of biological processes.

Training your golden retriever doesn't have to be a chore for either of you. You can get started the right way today and get your puppy trained.

Dog bladder health is critical to vitality and longevity. Since proper urine flow eliminates toxins from the body, it is integral to your pet's well-being. If your dog is suffering with a urinary tract infection or bladder stones, then you need to know about treatment options, but also about pr

Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection that is common on dogs. This fungal infection can be passed on to other pets and to humans, particularly children, so it is important to begin treating a dog's ringworm as soon as it has been diagnosed. There are several different treatment methods available

If you have a Siberian Husky then you know that along with being one of the most loving breeds to own they are also one of the most active. Siberian Huskies are a medium-sized member of the working group, recognized by the AKC in 1930. Huskies are friendly, attentive and sociable. However they are i