Ever wonder how little puppies take care of themselves when it's cold?
LONESOME
Little Puppy, sitting there
In the field mid daisies fair
wary eyed you look at me.
Are you lost? Or could it be
someone put you in this place
all alone this to face.
Soon the sun will fade from sight
and the day will turn to night.
You have no drink or food to eat.
Come---I will take you home with me.
Little things need loving care.
Perhaps that is why
God put me here.
She purchased "Bianca Romijn-Stamos" from a breeder in 2002. The Bulldog is noted for it's spirit and strength, and is frequently used to Symbolize Churchill for these very qualities. The breed has many wrinkles, especially over the face that must be cleaned regularly.
Over the years, the aggressive elements of Bulldogs have been reduced by selective breeding, and they are widely considered friendly pets who are good companions. Do you want to see some gorgeous bulldogs?
Each Tuesday we will share a photo we received claiming to be the World's Largest Dog. A lot of you might have seen these photos. We couldn't verify the source so we leave it up to you to believe it or not. Photoshop can make look anything big. Let us know what you think. Have you seen any of these dogs in person? Do you have a photo that you want to share with us?
1) The Largest Great Dane:
It is a harlequin Great Dane. According to the breed standard Great Danes' shoulder height is between 71-86cm or 28-34 inch. While they are huge and can easily be as high as the woman in the photo, it looks fake. The hind legs are way too long, longer than the back line.
Choke chains are a useful way to teach your dog that straining harder is not the right way to get what he wants. Instrumental as it is in training, remember that they can get 'caught' easily.
What this means is, that after being pulled taught, the chinks in the chain can become entangled so as to prevent the chain from loosening again. This is even more likely to happen with rusted chains. So make sure that you don't leave your dog chained up and unattended with a choke chain around their neck. They may actually get chocked.
We all know that our beloved dogs age faster than we do. While we live on, the world whizzes by for them at a speed several times faster that it does around us.
Like the Elves in Tolkien's mythology, who saw the men (the atantari) grow old and die in dismay, we feel a pang of regret as we watch the nose of our dogs slowly turn white, and their energy drop. We remember the time when they used to whizz around non stop after a ball, or with us, tirelessly.
Some say that a single year of a dog measures upto 15 years for humans. The oldest dog in the world was "Bluey" - an Australian cattle dog who was put to sleep at the age of 29 years!
The average life span of a dog is 13-15 years. Here are some of the factors that a dog's life span depends on:
1) Smaller dogs typically live 1.5 times longer than larger dogs.
2) The diet - A healthy diet with proper nutrition makes a difference. There is insufficient evidence showing that either a purely vegetarian or non vegetarian diet has a significant effect. Vets are unanimous however, in recommending a balanced diet.
3) The Genes - Certain dogs like the Miniature Poodle have longer life spans.
4) Spayed or neutered dogs tend to live slightly longer as well.
5) Female dogs seem to once again (Just like in humans) have a life span advantage over their male counterparts.
If you're reading this article, and have a tip as to what affects a dog's life span, please tell us! We would love to know.
The 13 year old Labrador Retriever has sure seen some things in his time. He is the most decorated dog in the world, and has received the People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) Gold Medal for Animal Gallantry and devotion to duty.
Endal can respond to over a hundred verbal commands, and several hundred signs. He has also been awarded the Gold Blue Peter Badge, which has only been awarded to one other dog in History.
Every week Euro Puppy showcases a dog lamp. Is it tacky or wacky? We will leave it up to you to decide. While having our own beliefs, we would love your comments...Enjoy....
The Santa Dog!
This ceramic Santa Dog is sure to be a merry gift for Christmas. This Night light works by having the little red balls on the wreath light up.
It's nine inches tall and is powered by two AA batteries.
It amazes me how some people feel that when they come to our house, they object to our dogs sitting on the couch, or the bed.
It doesn't occur to them that the house belongs more the dogs who have stayed here all their lives, than to them, who are just guests!
This poem is for them...
DOGS LIVE HERE
If you don't want to be greeted with paws and swinging tails don't come inside because dogs live here.
If you don't like the feel of a cold nose or a wet tongue, don't come inside because dogs live here.
If you don't want to step over many scattered toys, don't come inside because dogs live here.
If you think that a home ought to smell of perfume, don't come inside because dogs live here.
If you don't mind all of this, you will be instantly loved when you come inside, because dogs live here.
Even though the big difference dogs have from hamsters, these two popular pets still have some common characteristics which make them similar! Both dogs and hamsters have long hair coats. One may find different long haired dogs and also long haired hamsters which are called “Teddy Bear Hamsters”. Both long haired dogs and hamsters need grooming.
Grooming a long coated dog:
Lift the outer hair and start by brushing the undercoat on the back legs with a body brush. Brush the top coat down with a bristle brush and then comb the coat from the roots to the tips of the hair. Brush the undercoat on the front legs with a body brush. Brush the top coat down with a bristle brush and then comb the coat from the roots to the tips of the hair. Supporting the dog’s head to keep it out of the way, brush the neck and chest. Use the bristle brush, gently brush along the dog’s stomach without tickling it. Using a body brush, groom the undercoat across the shoulders and along the back. Gently comb the hair around the ears and face. Gently comb the tail, taking care not to tug at any tangles. Wipe away any staining and loose hair using a damp cotton wool/absorbent cotton pad for each eye.
Grooming a long haired hamster:
You may groom a long haired hamster especially when bedding gets stuck in her fur. You may buy a brush for hamsters to groom it or else you can use a soft bristled toothbrush. Hamsters will also enjoy a sand bath which will also help keep their coat clean. Chinchilla sand is best used for this, but you must make sure it is sand and not dust as this is too fine for hamsters. Place a small amount in a dish and place it in their cage, the hamster will slowly walk up to and will probably start to dig in it at first. They will then usually start to roll around in it on their back.
Both dogs and hamsters need exercise. Exercise can be described as the key to a dog’s and a hamster’s healthy appetite, as it burns off much of the energy supplied by food. It also helps to maintain its interest in life, a dog and a hamster which are always confined with no freedom become fat and poorly conditioned. Play is essential for exercise. There are many special dog and hamster toys available and plenty more that can be homemade. A ball is a traditional favorite to a dog. Make sure that the ball is too big to be swallowed and cause choking. Frisbees are also popular and dogs have proved to be immensely skillful in twisting and jumping up to catch them! Hamsters enjoy hamster balls, wheels, tunnels, tubes and ramps.
Homeopathy treatment is both used on dogs and hamsters. It is a treatment of disease with a substance that has the power to produce, in a healthy body, signs and symptoms similar to those displayed by the patient. Homeopathy treatment addresses the whole organism, rather than simply treating only the specific ailment or disease. It is a very gentle form of treatment to which both dogs and hamsters often respond positively. Herbalism is also used on these two types of pets. Dogs and hamsters have always sought out specific grasses when they feel ‘off colour’ and herbalism could be seen as merely an extension of this. The ability of herbal remedies to be used in a wide range of conditions has contributed to its recent increase in popularity.
All of us have had the frustrating experience of our dog rushing out of the gate before we can stop them. More likely than not, your attempts at chasing him or her down will fail. They'll just keep running further and further when they see you coming.
What I have found, is that the best way to get them back, is to walk towards them, as if catching them is the last thing on your mind! Look at the sky, the trees...hum to yourself. If they bolt a bit, and look back, pretend not to have noticed. And when you catch up to them, don't grab them...not yet.
Go a little ahead so that you cut off the escape route, THEN chase them down. They will run towards your home, where another member of the household awaits them!
Legend has it, that when Odysseus came back from the Trojan war 20 years later, he had to disguise himself so that no one would recognize him. He had to do this since his life was in danger, and he wanted to see what had happened during his absence.
The Goddess Athena helped him to disguise himself, and it was such a good disguise that absolutely NO ONE recognized him......
No one except his dog. Argos. Like in the picture above, Argos waited patiently for his master to return. When he saw Odysseus, no disguise kept Argos from remembering him. He joyfully went upto him, wagged his tail one last time....and died.
Every week Euro Puppy showcases a dog lamp. Is it tacky or wacky? We will leave it up to you to decide. While having our own beliefs, we would love your comments...Enjoy....
Porcelain Lamp with an Afghan Hound
Designed by Vladimir Tzenov exclusively on Rosalinde Porcelain, this "Best of show" line features 115 dog breeds. The Piece is 27 inches tall, and comes along with a harp and finial.
After having graduated from Bradford College 10 years ago, Darren Baker exhibited in London at the age of 23.
Image Credit: www.collect-art.com
His painting is characterized by marvelous attention to detail, in addition to being left in a natural state. His preference is for Still Life. Darren Exhibits locally as well as nationally.
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Welcomes Guests of all Kinds –
Even Four-Legged Friends
The word ‘vacation’ typically means one thing for Americans; it is a time to kick back, relax and enjoy. But for pet owners, vacation often means confronting the detested task of finding a suitable environment for the family pet – bridled with the guilt of leaving him or her behind. Now, the new Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel is offering pet owners the opportunity to enjoy a much needed break and they can travel with their favorite four-legged friend.
“At Sheraton we believe that people are at their best when they are connected to their family members and loved ones - including those with four legs,” said Director of Sales and Marketing Steve Spivak.“ By opening our hotel to pets, we’re giving guests the option to include their most loyal companions in their travels, removing the worry factor of leaving them behind.”
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel is scheduled to open in October 2008 and plans to pamper pooches by offering guests luxurious custom pet beds and other amenities, such as floor mats, food bowls, ID tags, and more. All guests checking in with a pet will receive a “welcome kit” to include information on nearby areas for exercise and other goodies to help make traveling with pets more enjoyable.
“As Arizona’s largest hotel and the largest hotel with a pet friendly policy, we are positioning downtown Phoenix as a major destination for animal lovers,” Spivak said.
And an animal friendly town it is with more than 30 dog parks located throughout the metro-Phoenix region. Pet owners may also enjoy a desert hike with their furry loved one, shop at one of the Valley’s many pet boutiques and bakeries, and even attend Thursday night ‘Yappy Hour’ where pets can meet and mingle at Three Dog Bakery.
But the downtown area is not only a fantastic find for your four-legged friend. The Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel is located in the heart of the bustling Civic Plaza area, minutes away from Phoenix Sky Harbor airport, historic galleries and art museums, exciting shopping, bustling nightlife, and many of the Valley’s most notable restaurants.
So do these perks make Phoenix a pet lover’s heaven after all? You’ll just have to come and let Fido decide.
Most of you will remember the Beverly Hills, 90210 TV show that ran for 10 years from 1990 to 2000. A new spin off is in the works with Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli (Husband and wife).
They have three kids, and probably in an attempt to keep them distracted, they also have two Maltese-mix dogs! Pinkie and Roxy are their names. The Maltese is ideal for apartment living due to the fact that they never shed hair, and their small size!
Many owners of dogs like the German shepherd panic when they find that their puppy's ears are not standing up. Remember that a dog's ears can take even upto a year to stand up. Sometimes, your dog may be so furry that the weight is simply too much for the ear to stand! Some owners take to 'taping' the ears to encourage them, while others shave them. 'Shaving' is recommended for long hair breeds' such as Biewer Yorkie or the Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier). We also suggest that you do not caress your dogs' ears.
Image Credit: This Year's Love
Take plenty of pics when the first ear stands up! You will cherish them forever.
A little advice from a dog lover - This may sound ridiculous, but unless you're planning to enter the dog into a show, love your dog for what they are. They have their own personality, and you can get by with accepting their flaws. After all....they accept yours don't they?
We welcome other useful tips and tricks here!
Did you know that apart from the tail, your dog's nose also indicates their health? Lots of people intuitively feel that if their nose is hot and dry all the time, then it indicates a problem.
Though this has never been proven, I have a secret bias towards this theory myself. That apart, if your dog's nose has changed color, or is flaky, you might want to look more closely for early signs of sickness.
Look at the little guy leveraging on his paws! While his brother and sister bulldogs keep their dignity, this chap's making sure he doesn't miss a thing....Attaboy!
Every week Euro Puppy showcases a dog lamp. Is it tacky or wacky? We will leave it up to you to decide. While having our own beliefs, we would love your comments...Enjoy....
Made out of Rustic Basswood Pine, this Dog Lamp showcases an English Bulldog. You can mix and match the colors, and the wood to suit your liking. Log onto their website to keep your favorite dog in front of you now!
Source://www.k9gifts.com
So? Wacky or tacky? What do you think dear Dog lover?
Check out more wacky and tacky dog lamps that Euro Puppy has collected, under our category called:Dog Lamps
Initially bred as a gun dog, Golden Retrievers were bred to have soft mouths so as to bring back their prey undamaged. A love of water, and a gentle nature characterize their personalities.
Having studied art in Brighton, Carol Gillian loves to use oil paintings for her animal portraits. Often, she will stop dog walkers to get a photograph of their pets to use in her pictures.
In 2006, she won the DeMontfort New Artist competition. She likes to paint her subjects in such way that the viewer is engaged with the animal, and feels a response.
It's really sad when people buy a dog without putting any thought into it. They buy him or her for their kids birthday, and forget that the dog will be their responsibility for well over a decade.
For children, the novelty of a puppy often wears off, and the dog is then exposed to the most harsh of all fates - Emotional negligence. Here is a heartfelt plea from one of our canine friends:
ALONE AGAIN
I wish someone could tell me
What it is that I've done wrong,
Why I have to stay chained up
And left alone so long.
They seemed so glad to have me
When I came here as a pup.
There were so many things we'd do
While I was growing up.
They couldn't wait to train me
As companion and as friend.
They told me they would never fear
Being left alone again.
The children said they'd feed me,
Said they'd brush me every day,
They'd play with me and walk me,
If only I could stay.
But now the family hasn't time.
They often say I shed.
They wont allow me in the house,
Not even to be fed.
The children never walk me.
They always say, "Not Now!"
I wish that I could please them.
Won't someone tell me how?
All I have is love, you see,
I wish they would explain,
Why they said they wanted me
Then left me on a chain.
“Do not waste the dog’s time with minor things. Give him a lion or an elephant to fight.” - King of Albania to Alexander the Great upon giving him a dog as a gift.
It's a great victory for natural justice. When football superstar Michael Vick pleaded guilty to running a dog fighting operation, 50 pit bulls were condemned to die.
However, instead of going by the stereotype of pit bulls, judge Henry E. Hudson decided that each dog will be individually evaluated, to decide it's temperament. On evaluation, only one had to be put to sleep, as it was deemed irredeemably aggressive.
A real ray of hope for those believe in a second chance!
Hector and Johnny, two pit bulls rescued, muzzle each other in the picture.
Check out these cute Havanese Puppies. You get a warm feeling all over when you view these guys. Makes you wonder why everyone doesn't have one of these bundles of joy. Check out the one with the puppies running!
