Papillon puppies and adult dogs actually have extremely large ears that spread out like the wings of a butterfly. This is how we get the Papillon name for this breed, the word…
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For my mother, Maria
My mother, Mary, passed away suddenly on August 22. The following is the eulogy I delivered at his funeral mass that Saturday. Many of my friends and family have asked me to…
How to care for a long-haired Jack Russell Terrier
The Jack Russell Terrier breed has a double coat of thick hair that requires regular grooming. Also known as a Parson Russell Terrier, dogs can have rough, smooth, or torn coats. The…
How the Australian Labradoodle Was Born
The Labradoodle is a special and independent breed that combines the best traits of the Labrador Retriever (such as temperament and loyalty) with the hypoallergenic coat of the Poodle. The original goal…
How do turtle eggs breathe?
A sea turtle nest has the advantage of being between several inches (15 cm or more at the top) and a yard (1 meter) below the surface of the sand. Temperature moderates…
15 ways to become a pack leader
A dog that does not know who is the leader of the pack is a confused dog and can exhibit many unwanted behaviors because of him. Your Great Dane is a herd…
Dachshunds and cats
Dachshunds and cats Oh my gosh! We have had our male dachshund, Julian, for four years and our female, the princess, for three. If that wasn’t enough, my wife, Charlotte, and my…
Oh Yorkies! Common Yorkie Health Disorders
Yorkies are susceptible to a number of disorders that any serious buyer should consider. Although many Yorkies with disorders live long and healthy lives, some can be expensive. It is better to…
Italian Greyhound Dog Breed Height, Weight, Color, History and Description
Description: The Italian Greyhound has wonderful fine bones and is slim. The head is thin but long. The muzzle is long but still at the height of the dog. The nose is…
Understanding and Controlling Prey Drive
Prey drive is the “buzzword” among dog people these days. Its textbook definition states that it is the instinctive behavior of carnivores to chase and capture prey, but it is commonly used…