Archive for the 'Dog Facts' Category
Dog Facts: Descendents Of Spacedogs Roamed The White House
May 6th, 2009As the Cold War raged, Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev sent a gift to young Caroline Kennedy in the form of a small mixed breed dog named Pushinka. Pushinka was a pup of Strelka, who was one of 2 of the first dogs sent into space that returned to earth alive (her predecessor, Laika, did not [...]
Dog Fact: Dogs ARE Part Of The Family
April 29th, 2009The numbers don’t lie – about 70% of owners include their pet’s name when sending cards for holidays. 58% of owners include their pets alongside their family in their holiday photos! Dogs ARE part of the family! Photo by kasiaeryn
Dog Trivia: Dogs Descended From What Creature?
April 17th, 2009Question: Dogs Descended From What Creature? No, you’re not going to get away with the simple answer you were all thinking. I’m not looking for “wolves”. What prehistoric animal are dogs believed to have evolved from? The answer is below the cut….. Photo by mphoenix
Breed Profile – Spotlight On The Bernese Mountain Dog!
April 7th, 2009The charming face of a Bernese Mountain Dog is a tough one to resist! This furry working breed may be a good choice for families who are looking for a large, gentle companion. Read on to find out what you need to know about Berners! Photo by castacant * The Bernese Mountain dog is one [...]
Dog Language: What Does It Mean When My Dog Circles Before He Lies Down?
October 26th, 2008I find a great deal of amusement in watching Reef get settled down for the night. She has a bunch of comfy beds, but she insists on making them “comfier”. She turns in rapid circles, rotates in both directions, picks up her bed with her paws, fluffs it, fluffs it again and finally settles down [...]
