Heartworm spreads from mosquitoes through bites to animals like dogs, cats, foxes, wolves, coyotes, other animals and even humans that live near areas with large mosquito populations. Heartworm infection is dangerous; untreated dogs may die and treatment is also risky.

Do you think the tests your vet wants to run for canine urinary tract infections are a waste of time? Discover why these tests are necessary to protect your dog's health.

Does your pup display fear aggression in dogs? A fearful dog will often display aggressive dog behavior towards strangers, both human and canine. Learn what causes this behavior, and how to overcome it.

Are you aware that your pup could be suffering from a puppy urinary tract infection, and you may not even know it? Learn how to recognize puppy bladder infections, and how to treat and prevent them with natural remedies for pets.

Are you embarrassed about your incontinent female dog? Don't ignore this problem any longer. Discover what you can do about it.

Most pet owners understand how to take proper care of their pet. Many basic grooming procedures consist of brushing, bathing, and getting their hair cut. Some, however, overlook one of the most important tasks in keeping your pet well groomed. This part involves nothing more than keeping your pet's nails neatly trimmed.

When walking one dog I always had a free hand for tasks such as talking on the cell phone, holding used and unused poop bags, keys and other convenience items. When I tried walking both dogs traditionally, with one leash in each hand, both hands were occupied and multi-tasking was very difficult.

Where did modern colors of bicolor and calico ( tortoiseshell on white) appear from?
Past, present and future of Persian Bicolors.

When training dogs, many people wonder if the head halter is a good choice. Here are some thoughts on how you can train your dog with a halter. Halters are not just for management anymore.

The psychological relationships that women have with their pets have enabled women to change one life at a time for the better. Women of different ages, races, and economic status develop strong friendships as they engage in delightful conversations about their pets’ escapades.

Many people who are shopping for a small dog do not want a dog that is a purse dog, or a dog that is carried around a pampered. Perhaps you are seeking a small dog because you have a small home, yet you want a dog with some spunk.

You know your dog loves you. You know he wants to please you. But the question remains: why does my furry friend love me? It is not just because you feed him. It is something much deeper.

Want to keep your dog off the couch? Out of the trash? Off the kitchen counters? If you yell at your dog, she'll still do the behaviors...when you leave the room. Use this simple trick instead.

Pet owners frequently call dog trainers complaining that their dog growls at them. It's upsetting and sometimes frightening. In this article, we'll explore reasons why your own dog might growl at you, how to deal with it, and how to prevent this problem in the first place.

Training your dog with treats can be fun for both of you. Many people don't realize, however, that if you use food the wrong way, you can actually make your dog's problems worse! Here are some handy tips on how to use food to make progress instead.

Puppies and dogs don't have accidents! They have simple failures due to the mistakes we make when training them. Here is the quickest and easiest way to house train a puppy or dog. Your puppy will thank you for showing him the way.

Learn how dogs view the world, and how this can affect your relationship with your pet. When you understand your dog, you and your pet will both be safer.

Dog training may not be a science but pretty much every aspect of dog training has been understood and catalogued. If you want to train your dog there are three basic weapons that your dog training arsenal should be equipped with the first is praise, the second is discipline and the final is bribery. Dog training is a combination of all three and a dog cannot be trained by employing just one of the above mentioned. Professional dog trainers understand when a dog needs to disciplined and when a dog needs to be praised. If you are thinking of training your dog on your own, then the first thing you need is patience. Dogs are not unlike children; they can throw tantrums, get depressed and be very naughty.

Complaints against Michigan animal rescue group are proven to be false. Petsafe Rescue saves domestic animals who were abandoned, unwanted or at risk of be euthanized. Their goal was to provide health care and shelter in foster homes until permanent homes could be found. In 2006, they came under attack. Complaints against Petsafe were filed with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and the Michigan Attorney General, which resulted in an investigation and a temporary withholding of licenses.