Chondrodysplasia is a genetic deformation disorder which can result in crippling deformities in dogs. Sometimes mislabeled as “dwarfism”, this condition is actually presented as abnormally short and deformed limbs. In some breeds, such as dachshund and basset hound, these leg formations are “normal.” Alaskan Malamutes and Havanese seem to have a higher incidence of this […]
We sometimes think of dogs who are difficult to train and ignore us as being either dumb or impossibly stubborn. Nothing could be further from the truth. Thousands of years have gone into training dogs to willingly and happiily obey our commands. Different breeds have been used for different jobs, but obedience has been bred […]
SuperZoo, The National Show for Pet Retailers, opened registration for the trade show being held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center Sept. 13-15, 2011. SuperZoo attendees can now register to attend SuperZoo as well as register for SuperZoo University, Groomer SuperShow Seminars, and Groomer SuperShow Grooming Contests. Produced and managed by the World Pet Association […]
