Posted on January 17, 2011 by WayCoolDogs
According to Mayo Clinic, there is no such thing as hypoallergenic cat or dog breeds, as tiny pet dander (skin cells) from animals is the main cause of all pet allergies—not the type of breed or fur the animal has on them.
Posted on November 06, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
Recently, I was inspired to find a dog of my own when I saw a hiker with his Siberian Husky bounding along a narrow trail, both man and animal in perfect harmony, lapping up every step and strain of movement with pleasure. (Guest Post)
Posted on October 28, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
When looking to buy or adopt a dog, something that should definitely be considered is how dangerous a specific dog breed is as some dog breeds are more prone to violence than others.
Posted on September 23, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
The mysterious White Shaker Dog Syndrome is a full body condition that dog owners are unaware of until they observe it in their little white adult dog. It primarily affects white small breed adult dogs, even though it occasionally affects the Australian Silky Terriers, Miniature Pinschers, or Yorkshire Terriers of various colors. Veterinarians and dog [...]
Posted on June 12, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
Located in northern Romania, Transylvania is a land of myths and legends, famous as the home of Dracula. The town’s namesake, the ancient Transylvania Hound of Romania, is a rare dog breed that has only recently been imported into the United States. One of the world’s oldest breed of scent hounds in the Group 6 [...]
Posted on April 28, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
Some of the most popular puppies on the dog market today are the little Yorkshire Terrier puppies for sale, with their miniature cuteness and sassy attitude – and a heart as big as gold. They do not shed much having little dander, making them an excellent pet for those with allergies. Their small size overwhelms [...]
Posted on April 27, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
One Alaska man is truly grateful for his best friend, after his German Shepherd ‘Buddy’ saved his life – with the help of a state trooper who was quick enough to recognize the animal’s signals. And now Buddy the dog has been honored for his quick thinking and absolute determination to ensure his owner was [...]
Posted on April 26, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
How to care for a Golden Retriever properly will give you many years of a loving companion. The gentle and incredibly sweet Golden Retriever is one of the most even-tempered dogs to use as guide dogs, assistance dogs, hunting dogs, companion pets and for professional search/rescue. A very active and friendly canine companion, the Golden Retriever is worth every minute of owning this intelligent and pleasant dog.
Posted on March 24, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
The top issues of this breed are the coat and skin issues, especially those who have problematic breeding backgrounds and genetic issues. This focuses on: (1) too many Shar-Pei breeders raising low-quality breed lines; (2) the first Shar-Pei dogs to arrive in the US were of low quality, and (3) the mass production of the Shar-pei breed led to high numbers of poor breed specimens. The Chinese meaning of “Shar Pei” means “dog with sandy coat” because of the skin’s roughness and prickly feeling, which is the source of the skin and coat problems. Knowing about the Shar-Pei issues in advance will help its owner be prepared to handle any health situation that arises.
Posted on March 11, 2010 by WayCoolDogs
To most dachshund owners, it comes to no surprise that this little “weiner dog” was ranked #8 as AKC’s most popular dog for 2009. A mischievous and loving little dog who belongs to the hound group, the short-legged dachshund has been one of the most popular breeds since the early 1900s. Dachshund as playful pets [...]
Posted on September 15, 2009 by WayCoolDogs
A new DNA dog test that owners can do at home has been developed from Mars Veterinary ™ as a comprehensive mixed-breed DNA cheek swab test to better explain the ancestry of individual pet owners’ mixed-breed dogs. Considered one of the top canine genetic breed identification markets in Mars ® Incorporate, Mars Veterinary ™ is [...]
Posted on September 13, 2009 by WayCoolDogs
A Tibetan mastiff called Yangtze River Number Two is believed to have broken the world record as the most expensive dog, having been sold to a Chinese woman for a reported four million yuan (£350,000). In keeping with its status the dog — 18 months old and 80cm high — arrived at its new owner’s [...]
Posted on September 06, 2009 by WayCoolDogs
Two things make a big difference between a loved pet and an abandoned shelter dog—physical characteristics and behavioral traits. Animal buyers prefer the physical characteristics first, with incorrect behavioral traits being the reason the dog is abandoned and placed in shelters, or simply mistreated or neglected. Science and breeding studies at the Monash University have [...]
Posted on September 02, 2009 by WayCoolDogs
As subscribers to Dogster, we have read their latest article online in regard to some of the myths surrounding pit bulls and greyhounds–myths which have placed a huge number of unnecessary pit bulls in shelters and unfortunately with most never adopted out and having to be euthanized. Pit bulls, like any dog, need to be [...]
