iPhone App
Newsletter
The Chow Chow dog breed originated in China and was first imported to England in the 1700s and to America in the 1800s. According to the Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds, the Chow Chow was the sixth-most popular dog breed in America during the 1980s...
The Chow is known for being even tempered and to do well with children. As much as Chows are a joy to own, however, they also have health issues that can be inherited from one generation to the next. There a few simple steps that an owner can do to help...
Chow Chows can be loyal, quiet, well-mannered and good-natured companions, but without proper training, they can be aggressive, antisocial, dominating and defensive. Chow Chow puppy training should begin with socialization, getting to know them and...
Aggressive breeds of dogs come in all sizes. It is the inbred tendencies from generations of working as herders and guard dogs that get most of them on the aggressive list. There are some exceptions to the rule. It is not that these breeds want to be...
Melanoma cancer begins in cells that produce pigment in the skin. The malignant cancer can spread to other parts of the body. It is most common in middle-aged and older dogs, with black male dogs being predisposed to the condition.
The Chinese Shar Pei (also known as the Shar Pei or Shar-Pei) is a dog originally bred for dog fighting. "Shar Pei" means "sand skin." They only became known in the United States in the 1970s. They are famous for being incredibly...
I am Sourav Chakrabarti of Expert Village. Now I'm going to tell you about the food for different breeds. Do you know my dear friends that we have about 110-115 various breeds of dogs in this world. You know Labrador, you know Chow-Chow, poodle, Siberian...
Hi I’m Carolyn and I’m going to demonstrate how to take care of a little kitten. This is kitten chow and you should not except in an emergency give a kitten canned food. If he is not eating at all, then you do. You put some warm water in it...
In 1991 the UK adopted and put into effect the Dangerous Dogs Act to prohibit people from owning a dog that may present a serious danger to the public. In the United States, no general comparative act exists nationwide, yet individual states have laws...
Diabetes is a serious metabolic disorder that can affect your dog's health and lifespan. Dogs of all breeds can get diabetes, but some pedigree dogs are more likely than others to become diabetic.
According to DogBiteLaw.com, over 1,000 Americans are treated each day for dog bites, and children account for more than half of those treated. At the same time, the insurance industry is trying to ban dog bites from coverage under homeowner policies...
When it comes to man's best friend, a healthy diet is extremely important. As with humans, a healthy sustained diet can increase the life of your dog. It will stay healthier with few health problems. In addition, the dog will be much more active into the...
For pet owners trying to enjoy a pleasant summer day with man's best friend, it only takes minutes for beaming rays of sunshine and humid conditions to spell disaster. It's important to act fast when signs of heat stroke in dogs emerge. Overlooked cases...
Pemphigus foliaceus is an autoimmune disorder that causes the dog's immune system to manufacture antibodies against a compound naturally found in the skin called desmoglein I. The results are multiple pus-filled blisters that form all over the dog's body...
Hi! I’m Dr. Adrienne Mulligan and I am the owner of Camp Verde Veterinary Clinic and I am here on behalf of Expert Village.com to talk to you today about caring for kittens. So as our kittens grow up just a little bit and they get to be about 3...
The miniature poodle is one of three types of poodle breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club. The other two breeds are the standard and the toy. While all three poodle breeds have some degree of similarity, the main differences come in size and...
Canine diabetes (diabetes mellitus) causes a dog to have sensitivity to or deficiency of the insulin hormone. Chow dogs are particularly susceptible to diabetes, and mix-breed Chow dogs also are susceptible. Fortunately, canine diabetes can be managed...
Dysplasia comes from the Greek words for abnormal and to form. There are many types of dysplasia including canine follicular dysplasia, retinal, tissue and uterine. The most common dysplasias in dogs are elbow and hip.
Methods for collecting and classifying records on dog bites show controversial findings. Breeds responsible for incidents ending in death are most often American pit bull terriers, rottweilers and German shepherds. German shepherds may be included...
Meal worms are the most common food alternative to crickets when it comes to feeding leopard geckos. There are advantages to both, but meal worms are much easier to house because of their inability to jump, chirp, and infect the gecko. The key is knowing...
The diet of domestic cats has changed radically along with that of modern man. Cats are carnivores, thriving on animal meat and its byproducts. Low quality, highly-processed foods contribute to poor health, including skin disease. Improving the diet is...
The white-tailed deer is the most commonly found in North America. While they are herbivores, they have a widely varied diet, so it is easy to find something tasty for them to enjoy, whether you want to observe these peaceful creatures or photograph them...
Potbellied pigs are clean, smart and make excellent pets. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation about potbellied pigs, including how to care for them and how large they get. They do not stay small forever. Many potbellied pigs are abandoned...
Dog bites have become a serious concern for home insurance providers, and many have identified a list of potentially dangerous dog breeds. If you own a breed of dog that has been identified as a dangerous dog by your insurer, your premiums will reflect a...
Dogs develop some cancers at a very high rate. Mammary cancer is four times higher, bone cancer eight times higher and skin cancer 35 times higher than in humans. Often the cause for cancer is not known.
Here at The Daily Puppy, we love puppies of all shapes, sizes, breeds, and colors. We encourage visitors to browse our puppy picture archives to look at all the adorable photos of past daily puppies, and to bookmark this page and visit often to see what cutie-pie graces the front page. Want us to run a feature of your special little puppy? We are always looking for submissions of the cutest puppies on the planet.
Puppies | Dogs | Unsubscribe | Contact Us | Advertise With Us | Frequently Asked Questions | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Community Guidelines | Sitemap
