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"In dog years I'm dead." – Unknown

"Dog does not eat dog"

Dog lovers are usually divided into two types - those who love big dogs and those who love small ones. Small dog lovers admire the ease of maintaining and caring for a dog who eats less (and presumably poops less!) and who doesn't take up much space on the couch. Big dog lovers however, claim that they're not as yappy as the small dogs and are generally more lovable and enjoyable to be with.



Regardless of which camp you're on, the battle seems to be going in favor the latter. While small dogs are very popular, the most popular dogs seem to be the bigges - German Shepherds, Labs and Golden Retrievers. They are the top three on the American Kennel club's list.

That trend may be changing however. As more of the world moves into apartments and smaller houses, the small dogs will probably see an increase in their numbers - keep a look out!

We all know that dogs can hear better than us. Try sneaking up on them and you'll find how difficult it is unless they're distracted, or there is another noise in the distance. This fantastic hearing isn't merely because their ears are more sensitive. There is another mechanism that makes a dog able to not only detect sounds, but also figure out where they're coming from.



Humans are notoriously bad at figuring out the location of sounds. We are easily distracted by sight first and sound later. Dogs however, have ears that move around or swivel as most of you might has seen. This movement acts as a sort of radar that allows the dog to display a comprehensive awareness of the source of sounds.

Of course, the time in which this happens is also important. In the case of humans, our typical reaction time is 2/3rds of a second. A dog however, can locate the source of a sound in as little as 6/100ths of a second! A remarkable ability and just another reminder of how talented our furry friends are.

These days, the number of vaccinations given to dogs is enormous. Vaccinations exist for just about every contingency possible. And they're not restricted to one time pokes. Most of these vaccinations are yearly. But it's all worth it right?

The Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has come to the conclusion that we might just be overvaccinating our dogs by our persistence in injecting them with 16 different shots a year. Evidence shows that this treatment can lead to a wide variety of side effects including skin rashes, allergies and something called an auto immune disease.



No one is suggesting that we should get rid of vaccines. Rather, the article urges readers to rethink the necessity of vaccinating dogs yearly for non life threatening diseases as most vaccines confer protection of longer periods of time - in many cases upto seven years.

So when you take your pooch for his or her next shots, think about what is necessary - and what isn't.

"The more people I meet the more I like my dog." - Unknown

"A good dog deserves a good bone." - US Proverb

When was the last time you told yourself you needed exercise? When was the last time you thought your dog needed exercise? If you can't see where I'm going with this, let me spell it out for you - go jogging with your dog!



Seriously though, it's a great way to give yourself and you dog some much needed exercise. It can also promote a stronger bond between the two of you as you cruise down the jogging track. There are some tips however. Consider getting your dog to run on grass if you can. This will prevent their paws from getting bruised on concrete or too hot (the surface can really heat up). Also, make sure there is enough water to go around.

Also, take care that you're not overstretching old dogs or those who are out of shape. You need to be sensitive to whether they are exhausting themselves. Start of small and light, and it should be good fun for the both of you!

It's an open secret among dog lovers and dog breeders that smaller breeds generally outlive larger ones. Why this is so, is not generally known. In accordance with this trend, the diminutive Chihuahua is the longest living breed of dog!



The breed standard specifies that they can live from 11-18 years of age. However, there are people whose Chihuahuas have lived for over 25 years! This is quite astonishing in the scheme of things. It's equivalent to a human living till they're 125 years. Chihuahuas are therefore long term companions and will grow along with your children till they are well into their teens.

However, this breed of dog suffers from certain breed specific health problems. Also, they are the only dog breed born with the dog equivalent of a "fontanelle". These holes in the skull when they are born, close up with time, but for the first 6 months of their existence, great care needs to be taken over them.

Chihuahuas also enjoy each other's company over that of other dogs. Not surprising really. If I was 6 inches tall, I would seek out my own kind too!

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In the movie "Best in Show", Winky the Norwich Terrier wins the prestigious show. The movie chronicles the adventures of five dog owners and their dogs and their dog show experiences from start to finish. The film ranked at #38 on Bravo's 100 funniest movies.


Norwich Terriers come in all shades of red, wheaten or black and tan. Their terrier origins are betrayed when they chase small animals as if they were prey! They live for longer than average (around 12 to 16 years) and love the company of humans. For this reason, it is advisable not to keep them in kennel houses or place them in other situations where they would be kept away from humans as it could distress them greatly.

Norwich Terriers have had a history of tail docking. In the US, when they are entered as show dogs, a dock tail is preferred, whereas in other countries, it is illegal to dock non working dogs.

It's not often that we mourn over a puppy. Sure, when a whole lot of them are born together, it's not unusual for there to be a few fatalities. But what really hurts us is when an accident or disease claims the life of a young pup who has been with us for a while. It's heartbreaking because we have seen life blossom up so quickly. And what better figure for blossoming life than a puppy?

The poem below tries to explain why this happens....

Given the number of things that we humans conjure up, one wonders what a dog thinks of it all! Look at the vacuum cleaner. It makes noise, sucks things up and you have to stay out of it's way. What does that mean to a dog? Pure evil!

If you're a dog owner with multiple dogs in the house, you know that they will inevitably fight. This doesn't have to imply any deep enmity. Animals are after all animals and there will be outbursts of temper. Of course, there may be deep enmity between two dogs and then it's always dangerous to let them into the same room together.



The situation is much more complex if you have multiple dogs. I once stayed in a house with 10 dogs and when they started to fight, it required many people to break it up. Most of the time, the fight is so fast and furious that you can't get close enough without being accidentally bitten.

However, if there are just two dogs, then what you can do is to pounce on the stronger one and with a heavy heave, pull them off the weaker one. If you do this early in the fight, there is a chance that the stronger dog wouldn't have got his teeth into the weaker one. Don't lift the dog off the ground, as this will tempt the other dog to bite the lifted dog where he or she can't defend themselves - or you lift them up so high that they can't be reached.

Sometimes, you can bring out something that your dogs are afraid of like a stick (provided they are afraid of it) and this breaks up the fight. Generally anything that can distract their attention.

It isn't often that a dog outshines his master - especially when the master is a celebrity in his own right. Yes this was precisely the situation with Christopher Richard (Rick) Stein and his Jack Russel Terrier Chalky.

Rick was a famous chef and TV personality, who had Chalky as part of his show. Due to his hilarious antics, Chalky eventually arrived at a place in the public's heart that even his master could not reach. When Chalky died, a motion was tabled in parliament honoring his death.



Jack Russell Terriers are extremely intelligent due to the important role they play in hunting where they are required to hold quarry down in it's hole until it can be excavated. This also explains the fact that they are extremely vocal.

It is commonly accepted that Jack Russells need adequate stimulation in order to be mentally happy. Without this, they can become destructive.

Jack Russell Terriers are also extremely long lived. This is due to careful breeding. Indeed, Chalky - the dog we met at the beginning of this article was almost 18 years of age when he passed away! He continued filming with his owner till the last month of his death.

Many people will tell you that it's a very bad habit to let your dogs get
into your bed. They say that it allows them to feel that they're the boss
and makes them push. Or they say that it's just bad manners.

However, it's a great way to lower your heating bills! Eskimos frequently
sleep with their dogs to keep warm. In fact, when the Eskimos want to call
a particular night really cold, they call it a "Three dog night!" meaning
that it takes three dogs to keep them warm!

There is some truth however, in the sayings of those who advise owners not
to let their dogs sleep with them. It really depends on the relationship
between owner and dog. Anxious, or neurotic dogs are spoiled by allowing
them on the bed at night, and in other cases, it may be just fine.

There's considerable debate over this issue, with some claiming that close
contact with pets is hazardous, and others claiming that it boosts your
immune system. My personal opinion is towards the latter, but you can never
tell how others are going to react.

As long as you know who is in charge!

Dogs have been with us for so long that they have become part of our vocabulary. Phrases like "Dog Tired" and "Dog-eat-dog" are commonplace and reveal the extent to which our canine friends have invaded our lives and pervaded our history.



It's interesting to note that the phrase "Raining cats and dogs" has a somewhat unfortunate origin. In old England, when it rained, several dogs and cats used to get trapped and drown. This caused their bodies to go floating all over the place after it rained making it look as though it had rained them.

The phrase originated from there and has been with us since. A grim reminder of the conditions our beloved animals have lived in throughout time. One can take comfort i the fact that our society is gradually becoming more and more humane, leading to better treatment of our four legged friends.