Author: Jane Saeman
Many people just can’t seem to decide which puppy to choose from a litter when they look for a collie to bring home. So they may get tempted to pick and adopt more than one puppy. Before you decide to do something like that, be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of having […]

Author: Kay Stevens
Why don’t we want a dog to bark?
Why does a dog bark?
We don’t want a dog to bark because it is NOISE and we humans don’t like noise unless we are the ones making it. With other noise (barking) we find it irritating, stressful, intrusive, painful and just downright annoying. Therefore, we are […]

Author: Jonni Good
Canine parvovirus, sometimes known simply as ‘parvo,’ is a serious contagious disease caused by a virus. This illness is spread when dogs come into contact with the feces of infected animals. Dog parks, highway rest stops and popular walking trails in cities are areas where dog feces are often found, and where an […]

Author: Gene Sower |
A vital part of good prevention is to know the common types of illnesses and disorders associated with particular dog breeds. For dogs, the parts of their body that are most frequently affected by congenital problems are the central nervous system, the eyes, the muscles, and the bones. For instance, the Beagle, […]

Author: Beverley Brooke
Dog Training From Home
Dog training with an obedience instructor can vary in price and it usually takes place in a class. If you do the dog training yourself it is usually free and you can do it from your own home. You will soon see for yourself how effective a crate will make […]

Author: Robin Darch
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Collies come in two different varieties, “smooth” and “rough.” Rough collies require much more grooming, but smoothes do need to be groomed regularly to keep their coats healthy. Collies have a double coat of hair, meaning there is a thick undercoat and an outer coat of thinner and flatter hair.
A smooth collie has […]

by: Terry Hanson
Taking your dog with you when you travel, whether you go by land, air or sea, can present real problems. I know - I do 100k miles a year, and most of them I get to take Beck with me. It’s worth the extra hassle, no question. But what tips can I offer […]

by: Brendan Gunstan
A healthy dog is a happy dog. And a happy dog is the best companion anyone could wish for. Unlike people, dogs can’t figure out when something is wrong, or tell you about it. It’s your job as the owner to look out for problems and step in quick to keep your hound […]

by: Michael Lewis
Potty training your collie is one of the most frustrating things you will have to do. Take heart in the fact that once your collie gets the potty training, you won’t have to teach it again. In many ways, potty training can be rewarding too. Not only can you help your pets to […]

by: Dominic Tay
As a dog owner, you should be always looking for healthier dog food with higher quality.
The problem is that most of the dog owners like you are taught to believe that commercial dog foods are healthier choices for your dogs. The truth is most of them are NOT. Read on to find out […]