Because of the culture of the people who utilize the strength of the breeds, sled dogs often end up with very cultural names. Most sled dog names will come from Inupiaq, the language used in the North Slope or in Central Yup’ik, the language spoken by the greatest number of native Alaskans. There are also…
Rescue dogs are trained as heroes, and often times, they achieve goals that humans can only dream of. These dogs have many abilities, including finding lost individuals based on a scent, leading people out of tunnels, and helping people out of other sticky situations where, many times, other people can’t go. For this reason, rescue…
Because of the line of work, police dogs have a need to be viewed as tough, strong, and somewhat aggressive. They must also be intelligent and easily trained. Most of the time, German shepherds and Doberman pinschers are the chosen breeds for police work, though Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, and Brestons are also popular for…
For ages, dogs have been used by hunters to assist in sniffing out prey, finding animals that have been shot down, and tracking burrowing animals. Especially breeds like pointers and hounds were bred for this purpose. In wanting to appear tough, many hunters will choose hunting dog names for their pets, hoping to instill fear…
Much like the Irishmen, Scots like to stick to tradition, in both cultural occurrences and identification. For this reason, many Scottish families choose to pass on Scottish dog names to their beloved friends. Many Scottish names are derived by determining ancestry or occupation, and the same can be said for Scottish dog name, especially in…
Make Your Pup Feel Safe Your puppy’s first night alone can be a terrifying one for both you and your dog. There are several things that you can do to make sure your new friend’s first night by himself is a safe, comfortable and secure one. The best thing to do is ease the transition…
Week 1-3 From the time your puppy is born until about the third week, there is not much socializing that can be done with your pet. At this period in its life it has barely opened its eyes and can’t regulate its body temperature. In this stage, all they can do is cry when separated…
When bringing home a new puppy it is always a good idea to introduce him to your vet. It is good to have him meet your vet before an actual vet visit, as this will help your puppy be less afraid when you do bring him in. Your puppy should feel comfortable at your vet’s…
If you are planning on purchasing or adopting a new puppy, you will need to consider a few things first. Besides the basics, such as how the puppy will get food and water, bathing, and playing with the puppy, you will need to consider how your puppy will adapt to your home. Is your home…
There are many ways you can help your new puppy to get used to his collar. It is important that you utilize these techniques rather than just placing the collar on your puppy’s neck and ignoring him until he gets used to it. With your help and guidance, the amount of time it takes for…