Dog Articles

As you all know I am the Chief Canine Officer for my dad’s company, Flexcin International, in the FlexPet division. We love to hear from our canine customers about how well FlexPet is working for them. Of course the feedback tends to come from their humans, but we think it’s important to share their stories […]

Viyo is a prebiotic drink that helps to reinforce the natural resistance of cats and dogs. Viyo can be best compared with Actimel or Yakult for humans. As with humans, 70% of the natural defence system of a dog or cat is located in the intestines. Healthy intestinal functioning is therefore crucial to strong resistance. […]

Edinburg Castle comprises a large part of the city’s skyline. Completed in 1588, it is a major tourist attraction. There is much to see in the castle and surrounding grounds including the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny, both used for coronation ceremonies. The Scottish National War Memorial commemorates the Scots who fought […]

Some people are naturally “dog people” or “cat people,” meaning that they naturally gravitate to one or the other. Others may like both equally and be unsure which would make a better pet for them. This article analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of cats and dogs so you can make a decision based on your […]

If you had to pick between a dog or a child what would you decide to bring into your family? Read this quick study and tell USA Today what you think. People who responded to a survey run by Flexcin International, which operates the FlexPet Shelter Program to assist the adoption of older dogs, said […]

Belton – colored and white hairs intermingled Black and Tan – Body is black with tan on cheeks, eyebrows, lower legs and feet Blue – Gray Brindle – Dark hair overlaid on lighter hair Grizzle – Gray or black hair intermingled with white hair or a pattern with a dark body, lighter legs, chest and […]

Most dogs have been bred to assist man at work, hunting, guarding, herding, transporting humans and their goods, as service dogs, companions – the list goes on. The nature of dogs is to please their humans and they respond to the tasks given to them eagerly. Sled dog breeds include Alaskan Malamutes, American and Siberian […]

Contents 1 History of hunting dogs 2 Types of hunting dogs 3 Controversy surrounding the morality of hunting with dogs 4 Household pets History of hunting dogs Prehistoric man discovered the usefulness of dogs in hunting for food. Ancient cave paintings have been found which depict humans and dogs hunting together. At first, dogs were […]

The ASPCA defines a puppy mill as a large-scale commercial dog breeding operation where profit is given the priority over the well-being of the dogs. Dogs and puppies in this environment most times live in small wire cages stacked on top of each other. The cages are unsanitary as they are not cleaned often and […]

Amputation is considered one of the oldest medical procedures, even for animals. In ancient times dogs were not kept as pets, only as working animals. Depending on their jobs, tails and ears were docked, dewclaws removed and castration performed. Often these surgeries caused severe infection. If the dog could no longer perform its duties, it […]