Bulldogs have a long and illustrious history and are one of the most popular dogs in the world. Because they have such an interesting story, we’ve made them our breed of the month. But how much do you know about bulldogs? Popularity Bulldogs are the 6th most popular breed in America and French bulldogs are […]
By Cesar Millan Fans of mine know how important positive reinforcement is to me as a behavior modification technique. Positive reinforcement might not always mean treats you can eat, but they are one of the most popular tools for both dogs and owners. Giving dog treats is more than an expression of love for our […]
By Joe Wilkes Bulldog Thoughts I love bulldogs. I don’t own one myself, but I have lots of friends that do. In Los Angeles, where I live, they were named the most popular breed by the American Kennel Club, and I can see why. They have lots of personality, are very calm, and don’t require […]
Por César Millán Llevar a tu perro de vacaciones contigo es divertido y alivia la preocupación de no saber lo que se pasa con él mientras estés afuera. Pero, hay que hacer las cosas bien. Los aviones y los autos no están diseñados para perros. Además, hay que saber lo que espera a ustedes en […]
I’m meeting some amazing dogs on my four-month cross-country RV trip with my dog, Casey. This week I’d like to introduce you to one who came to life when his owners finally started speaking her language. Can Dogs Be Bilingual? When Cary and Mike—a couple from Sarasota, Florida—adopted a stray black lab a few years […]
By Nicole Pajer First impressions are important and, like it or not, how your dog behaves is a reflection on what type of person people view you as. Often, when a stranger comes across your pup, he or she will recognize certain behaviors in your dog, which they will link up to you. Here are […]
La buena noticia para los perros es que no suelen tener tantas caries como los seres humanos. Pero, a pesar de la vieja sabiduría popular de que la boca de un perro está más limpia que de un humano, los perros pueden tener problemas como la acumulación placa y la gingivitis. No solo debemos preocuparnos […]
By Cesar Millan I was very honored to have been asked to be the ambassador for World Stray Animals Day and I wanted to take a moment to explain why it means so much to me. People see stray animals going through garbage on the street looking for food and they would just rather not […]
Picture Courtesy of San Diego Zoo By Nicole Pajer When you look into the cheetah habitat in the San Diego Zoo, you’ll see a cheetah…and a dog. No it wasn’t an accident and the dog didn’t sneak in there. This was done intentionally as part of the zoo’s Animal Ambassador program. The San Diego Zoo’s […]
Signs and Symptoms of Joint Discomfort in Dogs As the Pack Leader you must know if your dog is uncomfortable because of joint issues. Typical signs include: Trouble getting up and down Slow or stiff when moving Difficulty climbing stairs Joint swelling Excessive panting Limping Frequently holding a leg off the ground Favoring one leg […]
