What is Rage Syndrome?
Rage Syndrome is a serious but rare uncharacteristic behavioral problem that has been reported in several breeds (particularly in Spaniels). Rage Syndrome is often incorrectly diagnosed as it is sometimes confused with other forms of aggression.
What are the symptoms?
Sudden attacks for no apparent reason; the dog will often be sleeping and then [...]
House cats are a growing source of human plague. Cats pick up the disease from infected fleas or rodents, perhaps a deer mouse, rock squirrel, or prairie dog, and pass it on when they bite, scratch, or lick humans. Even the breath of an infected cat with oral lesions can transmit plague bacteria. Before 1977, [...]
Origins and History
Historical notes: the definition of a Belgian Sheepdog depends a bit on what country you are in. The Belgian Sheepdog encompasses four varieties, according to the official breeders’ organizations of the UK, Canada, and South Africa. In the words of the Belgian Sheepdog Association of Great Britain, the varieties are: “Groenendael (long haired [...]
When Dogs Might Bite?
Poorly trained, socialized and maintained: Dogs that do not know how to coexist with humans, that do not get to experience and become comfortable with things in our world, dogs confused or allowed to be in positions where they may feel the need to bite are more likely to bite. This includes [...]
Rehabilitation Workers work with people who have a visual impairment, to develop or adapt their existing skills and abilities, enabling them to lead an independent life.
From initial assessment of an individual client’s needs and planning a mutually-agreed training program, the rehabilitation worker will teach communication, mobility and living skills .
We love our dogs for many [...]
Chocolate is a delicious thing and almost everyone loves it. The problem begins when you decide to give some to your dog.
The worst thing a Wonka bar can do to you is add an inch to your hips. But that same candy – even in relatively small amounts – can make a dog or [...]
The Amounts we Feed
I will begin this section by saying that it is a good idea to fast a dog that is over a year every now and then. Some do it once a week - we used to do this but dont anymore.
We do not do this with puppies, lactating bitches or pregnant bitches. [...]
The best diets for both dogs and cats are natural ones, coming as close as possible to the diet they would eat in the wild. Cats are naturally carnivorous and have a high protein requirement, while dogs tend to be more scavenging and eat more of a variety of foods, requiring less protein than cats. [...]
Continuing with the teaching tricks to your dog articles (sit, down & stand; crawl, roll over & back; play dead, shake hands & beg; turn r/l, talk & quiet), here comes more and more funny tricks:
Teaching how to “wave”
Before you start teaching this one to your dog, make sure he dominates completly the “shake hands”.
While [...]
Hi, yet again more tricks for dogs, enjoy.
Teaching “Circle Left” and “Circle Right”
Start by having your dog stand up facing you. Let him see a treat in your hand while you say, “Circle Left”. Lead the dog’s nose around to the left (clockwise) with the treat so he walks in a circle. When he comes [...]
