Livestock Guards are dogs that prevent predators from attacking their charges. These are usually large dogs able to fight off predators of any size. Although sometimes confused with herding dogs (also called sheepdogs), they protect the flock from outsiders, as opposed to sheepdogs who control the movements of the flock. Sheepdogs work with the shepherd, […]
A female dog can come into heat as early as 6 months old. The heat period lasts about 3 weeks and occurs usually every 6 months. If you plan on breeding your dog, it’s best to wait until at least her 2nd heat when it will be healthier for her and the puppies. Here are […]
Lots of people enjoy boating these days and it’s not unusual to see pets accompanying their humans on the water. Boat shows even have dog competitions. The Seattle Boat Show tests dogs‘ water skills and awards the title “Super Boat Dog” to the winner. Some breeds of dog take naturally to the water: Labrador Retrievers, […]
