Golden Retriever

The Golden Retriever is a medium-sized breed of dog. They were historically developed as gundogs to retrieve shot waterfowl such as ducks and upland game birds during hunting and shooting parties. They were named retriever from their ability to retrieve game undamaged and have an instinctive love of water. Although they need lots of outdoor exercise, they should be kept fenced in because of their instincts as hunting dogs. The Golden retriever’s intelligence gives them the ability to be versatile and play a variety of roles including guide dog for the blind, hearing dog for deaf, hunting dog, illegal drug detector, and search and rescue participant. Because of their loyal and gentle temperament, golden retrievers are also popular family pets. Golden Retrievers possess a friendly, eager-to-please demeanor, and are the fourth most popular family dog breed in the United States, the fifth most popular in Australia, and the eighth most popular in the United Kingdom. The Golden Retriever is calm, naturally intelligent and biddable, with an exceptional eagerness to please.

For more information on Golden Retriever’s, follow these links:
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WHAT TO DO FOR AN ITCHY DOG

Has your dog been itching lately, for seemingly, no reason? He or she doesn’t have fleas but they continue to itch. Here are some of the reasons why dogs do this and what you can do to help. Persistent itching in a dog can be caused by Eczema. Eczema is a medical condition in which patches of skin become rough and inflamed, with blisters that cause itching and bleeding, sometimes resulting from a reaction to irritation, but more typically having no external cause. Dogs are prone to having this and can actually lose fur as a result. Your dog could be allergic to something and that is what is causing them to itch. Narrowing down what they are allergic to can be quite the task. There are certain plants and grasses, chemicals that are sprayed on gardens and park, as well as being allergic to the food they eat. A poor or unbalanced diet in a dog can lead to a dog itching. The skin has a very delicate balance and, if disrupted, can cause dry, flakey patches to occur. This, again, can also be because of the food they are eating is causing an allergic reaction. Having a dirty coat can bring about itching. Dogs love to roll around on the ground causing them to get dirt, grass, twigs, bugs and other items that will make your dog itch.

     Grooming your dog, making sure your dog has a good and well balanced diet; a clean coat of fur and possibly medication can help with your dogs itching. Make sure to brush your dog after every bath you give him/her so that all the soap and excess fur does not create an irritant. The better they eat, the better they feel, so make sure you are feeding them something they are not allergic to. Bathe your dog as often as possible as not to have a buildup of dirt, hair and dog smell. If itching persists, see a veterinarian. 

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Komondor

Komondors can be good family dogs if they have owners who know how to display a natural, firm authority over the dog, are socialized, trained thoroughly, and raised with children from the start, but they are not recommended for most families. The reason behind this is that they are bred to be fiercely protective, and confident, as they watch over their charges.

A Komondor is an independent thinker and can be stubborn or domineering. It is not for meek owners who can be dominated. This dog is not to be mistaken for a herding dog. This dog breed was bred to protect rather than to herd. Their hair must never be brushed or combed. It is divided into cords and trimmed. Needs frequent bathing and takes a long time to dry. It sheds very little if any.

 If you want to know more about Komondor’s, follow these links:

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/komondor.htm

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What is Alpha?

All dogs have some sort of relationship to a wolf in their “family tree”. All wolf packs have an alpha male. This wolf controls everything the pack does. He eats first, has his pick of the ladies and he is not to be questioned. as he is the leader of the pack. 

If you have a dog you must assume the position as the “alpha dog”. If a dog growls at you while he is eating, you are not showing that you are the alpha dog; he is telling you that he is the alpha dog and he is not done eating.

Who is alpha?

If a dog leans on you, puts his paw on you or any other form of him touching you, he is asserting his dominance over you. In the wolf world, a show of space is regarded as a high form of respect. You are to touch and pet him first. Let him know, also, that once you are done petting him he will not be receiving anymore pets, until you want to pet him again. You must stop petting your dog if your dog becomes too excited, anxious, or anything but submissive. If you hug your dog, hug him from above. Bending over him is a sign of dominance but also a display of affection if you are hugging him.

Another thing you need is a dog bed, a place for your dog to sleep, his own special place in the house. The living room is usually the best place, somewhere where everyone gathers for the majority of the day. If you let your dog sleep in your bed, he begins to think that your bed is his or her place in the house.

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Yorkshire Terrier

The Yorkie was created by working men of north England, who developed the breed for catching the terrible rats and mice that infested clothing mills and mine shafts. These hunting dogs could penetrate into badger and fox burrows. The breed is not very old, but its origins are not entirely certain. Yorkshire Terriers seem oblivious of their small size. They are very eager for adventure. This little dog is highly energetic, brave, loyal and clever. With owners who take the time to understand how to treat a small dog, the Yorkie is a wonderful companion! Affectionate with their master, but if humans are not this dog's pack leader, they can become suspicious of strangers and aggressive to strange dogs and small animals. The Yorkie is a good dog for apartment life. They are very active indoors and will do okay without a yard. The Yorkie is sensitive to the cold and prefers warm climates.

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