After I was talking about Gracie visiting the dog breeder recently, we found some tips for anyone who wants their dog to have a litter:

The top ten tips for dog breeders

Dog breeding is not a simple job. If you are looking for ways that would help you in breeding happy and healthy puppies, then you have come across the right resource. Though dog breeding involves a lot of work and is an expensive job, it will only help if you follow some simple tips: Read more »

This week I have been to the railway station every night to meet Dad when he comes off the train. We usually stand on the opposite platform to see if we can spot him inside the carriage, then when everyone comes over the bridge Mum asks me if I can smell him yet. People seem to cheer up when they see me waiting, and then Dad gives me a big cuddle. Yesterday we walked back to the car and there was loads of noise and baning in a car parked next to us. Inside was an Airedale, as big as my dear departed friend Oscar. This dog had seen me or smelt me, and he was desperate to come out and say hello. His tails was baning aginst the windows as he wagged it fiercely. His owners were a bit po faced as they just got in and drove off with their LCD mount. Shame.

I have one positive thing to report abut my health lately, as I have not had any of that awful itching that i usually get in the summer. We are not sure why this has happened, it could be because I have been drininking that special Willow Water, or maybe cos I have beef jerky for my treats. Who knows? My coat is thick and shiny with none of those bald patches that a dog gets when he scratches a lot. And the bis bonus - I do not have to wear tee shirts or body stockings to protect my skin this year.

Gracie, that flirty little English Bulldog across the road, is going to have puppies soon. Mum was talking to Gracie’s parents and they said that she was being put to stud with a dog that her breeders have found for her. Gracie is the dog who would not stop giving me butt sniffs when she came to visit, so they will have their hands full with her. They are hoping for eight puppies and Gracie’s Mum has to watch her closely when the pups are born to make sure she does not sit on them! Anyway that is what it says in the books.

5 Puppy Training Tips for a Better Dog

Who doesn’t love a puppy? They are cute, fluffy, and playful. However, don’t let those innocent puppy eyes fool you - all puppies grow up to be dogs, and puppies growing up without the benefit of puppy training often grow up to be bad dogs. Here are some easy tips for puppy training to make the transition from puppy to dog easier on both of you. 1. Puppies grow up - act accordingly. Many puppy parents hold off on puppy training because, after all, they are just puppies. They think that puppy antics are incredibly cute. However, every time your puppy does something, remember how big your puppy will be as an adult. While a 10 pound lab puppy might be cute playing tug of war with your pant leg, chances are it won’t be nearly as cute when your 100 pound adult lab does the same thing. Basic puppy training means setting guidelines about appropriate behavior from the first day home. Read more »

Protecting your pets from poisonous household substances

It becomes our responsibility to take proper care for the pets when we bring them into our house. The guidance and help of veterans is a must to provide them a safe, loving and healthy environment to live in. They are best possible pals and become a part of our lives with growing years. But on a sad note, there are a large number of pets that suffer or even die every year due to poisonous substances present within our households. Read more »