Archive for the 'Research' Category
Dog News: New Study Shows Dogs May Be Smarter Than Toddlers
August 9th, 2009A new study shows that even the most average of canines has the approximate mental capacity of a 2- year-old child. Stanley Coren, a canine expert at the University of British Colombia conducted a series of tests including math, social skills and problem solving and discovered some very interesting results. While the average [...]
How To Read Pet Food Labels - What Are You Really Feeding Your Dog?
October 1st, 2008Did you know that there are specific regulations for labeling dog food by the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA)Center for Veterinary Medicine? Also many dog food companies now have chosen to abide by the AFFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) standards of regulations as well. However, let me be clear when I [...]
Fantastic Frenchies! 18 Facts About French Bulldogs!
July 22nd, 2008I have been a little obsessed with French Bulldogs for the past 10 years or so. I’m not sure if it’s their stocky looks or their snorting, clownish appeal that draws me in, but something about these little bulldogs is so completely comical - I can’t help but love them. The breeds popularity [...]
The 3 Most Aggressive Dog Breeds Revealed! - Pit Bulls? Rottweilers? You’ll Be Surprised….
July 8th, 2008With Breed Specific Legislation acts being brought forward in more and more areas across the country, dog like Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers and other “scary” looking breeds are in danger of loosing their homes and even their lives. These breeds are often touted as being extremely aggressive - however a new study released [...]
In Honor Of Memorial Day - 7 Famous Dogs Of War
May 26th, 2008In every Military conflict in our nation’s history, you will find stories of canine heroes. Dogs have played vital roles as mascots, guards, trackers and even mine detectors - saving thousands of human lives.
During the Vietnam War approximately 4000 U.S dogs served in the conflict - at the time the Military viewed Dogs [...]
