New DNA evidence seems to point to the fact that both dogs and wolves have evolved from large wolf-like canines that have been extinct for thousands of years. This could mean that while they are related, the dog’s ancestor is not the wolf. Dogs have been domesticated for thousands of years. They’ve been bred by […]
Invermectin Sensitivity is a disease is which dogs become overly sensitive to certain drugs including invermectin which is found in some heartworm and mite preparations. Certain breeds are particularly prone to this disease: collies, Australian Shepherd Shetland Sheepdogs, Old English Sheepdogs and English Sheepdogs. In other breeds, excessive doses (10-20X the recommended dose) are dangerous. […]
Dogs often warn their family of a fire in the home, but sadly are often left behind. They sometimes are too fearful of leaving the place they think of as a safe haven no matter how dangerous it is in a disaster. Just as you train your dog to sit, come, stay, etc. you can […]
