Purebred vs. Mixed Breed: Do You Have a Preference? There has been a long standing debate about the health of purebred vs. mixed breed herding dogs. Which breed is better? The argument is mostly fueled by two factors: the…
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Shetland Sheepdog, Adopted by Loving Family, Unknowingly Holds Former Owner’s Information in Microchip A few months ago, a Las Vegas family unexpectedly got the best – and most surprising – holiday present ever when they were reunited with their Shetland…
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Discover New Ways to Strengthen the Bond You Have with Your Dog Our history with dogs is long and extensive. Many scientists and historians believe that our connection with dogs began approximately 30,000 years ago, while many researchers believe that…
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Help Herding Dogs, Stop Animal Cruelty The bond between a dog and his owner is a strong one, built over many years. It is an attachment that might only be understood by those that have experienced the unconditional love and…
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Overcome Behavioral Issues Adopting a new, four-legged companion from a shelter is a rewarding experience that will change the lives of both you and the dog. Many people, however, get caught up in the excitement and overlook the fact that…
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Part One: What to expect when adopting and tips for an easy transition Whenever we make the choice to adopt a dog that has previously been neglected or abused, we need to fully understand what we are getting ourselves…
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Want to know how to choose the perfect dog for you? Humans are so silly about falling in love at first sight, especially when it comes to our dogs. But when we choose a dog solely because of beauty instead…
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A Border Collie Makes A Great Pet, Not Gift The name “Border Collie” was first coined in 1915 and the breed has been around even longer than that. They’ve long been popular as herding dogs and are known to be exceptional…
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Deadly Toxins Are Closer Than They Appear Many of us know about common household pet poisons like mouse bait, antifreeze and chocolate. But did you know that our carpets, grassy lawns and even our pet’s bedding are also teeming…
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There are many trainers in the world that are punishment-based, meaning punishment makes up the majority of their training techniques. Then there are balanced trainers who use punishment and positive reinforcement to train dogs, meaning they’ll use a correction (verbal…
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