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How Selective Breeding in German Shepherds Leads to Bad Health

How Selective Breeding in German Shepherds Leads to Bad Health

Cody Griffin - Aug 24, 2017

Recent research reveals that German Shepherds could be more predisposed to health issues like arthritis due to how they have been bred. German Shepherds are...

Top 22 Most Muscular Dog Breeds

22 Most Muscular Dog Breeds

Amy Downs - Jul 29, 2017

Muscles are a sign of health and vitality, even for dogs. When you own a canine that has muscles rippling like the water, for...

Best Dog Food for German Shepherds

Best Dog Food for German Shepherds: 8 Vet Recommended Brands

Deborah Shores, DVM - May 9, 2017

Dog lovers are hard-pressed to find a pup as reliable and dedicated as the German Shepherd. The German Shepherd dog, or GSD (as vets...

German Shepherd Dog Breed Profile

Patrick Lumontod - Sep 14, 2016

For the uninitiated, German Shepherd Dogs are also called the Alsatian in England and other parts of Europe. According to the American Kennel Club,...

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How to Find a Reputable Dog Breeder Locally

How to Find and Identify a Reputable Breeder

Diana Beth Miller - Jul 12, 2020

We believe in adopting shelter dogs, but some families prefer to purchase their puppies from breeders. In these circumstances, it’s important to support reputable...

Dog Pregnancy Guide - Advice for Dog Owners of Pregnant Dogs

Dog Pregnancy 101: The Guide on Pregnant Dogs

Diana Beth Miller - Jul 12, 2020

If you think your dog is pregnant, hopefully it was a planned event. If it was, then you've already done your research and you...

25 Most Difficult Tricks and Commands to Train Dogs

25 Most Difficult Tricks and Commands to Train Dogs

Patrick Lumontod - Jul 11, 2020

Whether you teach your dog to sit, roll over or catch a ball, any trick will bring a smile to your face and happiness...

Hyperkeratosis in Dogs

Hyperkeratosis in Dogs: How to Manage It

James Rhys Clarke - Jul 11, 2020

You've noticed your dog’s nose to be excessively hard or crusty, or maybe the dog’s paw pads seem unusually sensitive or have a hard...

9 Tips on How to Feed Dogs with Sensitive Stomachs and Stomach Upset

9 Tips on Feeding Dogs with Sensitive Stomachs

Dana Brown, DVM - Jul 10, 2020

A dog may show signs of sensitive stomach such as flatulence, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation. This condition makes it difficult to feed a pet,...

11 Most Deadly Dog Diseases

Kelly Pebworth, VT - Jul 10, 2020

When you adopt a dog, you expect to deal with some health issues eventually. While most common conditions dogs suffer from are mild and...

The 15 Ways to Prepare for Last Days of Your Dying Dog

15 Ways to Prepare for Last Days of Your Dying Dog

Diana Beth Miller - Jul 9, 2020

Losing a loved one is never easy and the fact that it's a pet doesn’t make it any different. Knowing that the end is...

20 Pros Cons Myths About Homemade Dog Foods

20 Pros, Cons and Myths About Homemade Dog Foods

Amy Downs - Jul 9, 2020

Homemade dog food has its pros and cons. This can be a great nutritional choice for dogs, but only when done right. If done...

15 Best Police Dog Breeds in the US

15 Most Popular Police Dog Breeds

Patrick Lumontod - Jul 8, 2020

Dogs have been used in law enforcement and police work going as far back as the 5th Century. Modern K9 officers are trained for...

Nasal Discharge in Dogs - Causes and Treatment

Nasal Discharge in Dogs: 11 Causes and Treatments

Rachael Leanny - Jul 8, 2020

Nasal discharge in dogs can be a condition that means absolutely nothing. On the other hand, it can be accompanied by other symptoms like...

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