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What you need to know about American Pitbull Terrier

March 12, 2016 admin 0

Despite the common opinion about the American Pitbull Terrier being vicious and blood-thirsty, this breed is very friendly and reliable. Once used for dog fights, Pitbull Terriers of today are very communicative and playful. It took great efforts of devoted breeders to get rid of the aggression typical of the ancestors of modern Pitbull Terriers. A well-bred and properly trained Pitbull Terrier kept together with the family is a funny and merry companion with no hint of viciousness. This breed retains its energy, power and spirit to battle with other dogs, but attacking people is not typical of the Pitbull …

German Shepherd Breed Types

October 19, 2015 admin 0

The German Shepherd, as its name implies, has its origins in Germany. In Germany, German Shepherd breed types have split into two distinct bloodlines-the Working Bloodlines and the Show Bloodlines. The official of this breed is GSD, or German Shepherd Dog.

Among dog breeds, the German Shepherd is a relative newcomer, having originated only in 1899. They were originally developed for sheep herding but are now used the world over as the most preferred breed of working dogs in the military, search-and-rescue, police, and as guide dogs. This is due to their qualities of intelligence, obedience and strength as well …

How To Be Smart In A World Of Dumb Pet Owners

May 26, 2014 admin 0

If you ask people if they’re confident they can choose the best pet for them and their family, I think most people would say “Yes”.

I call BS.

On them AND myself.

Based on the number of animals that end up in shelters every year –about 5 million, of which 3.5 million end up getting euthanized – I’d say we’re not as good as we think we are when we attempt to choose the best pet.

We all know there are countless things to think about when we choose a pet and I know the more responsible pet owners …

Cats vs. Dogs: Which One Makes The Best Pet?

March 3, 2014 admin 0

The controversy about the selection between cats and dogs has averse with for several years. This is ever since their domestication period. However, there are still a lot of individual who ask the same question, which among the two makes the best pet? The answer greatly depends on the personality and requirements of the owner for animal companionship. If you have owned both forms, you may create your own observations depending on your experiences.…