What is the best food to feed a dog? Every day veterinarians are asked that question by dog owners. It’s a sincere question because most dog owners want to feed the best dog food regardless of price or convenience.
Good pet health begins with proper nutrition.
Making the right choice starts with reading the label’s list of Ingredients. By law the ingredients must be listed according to weight of the ingredient added… Read the rest
I found this page posted on a Goldendoodle breeders site, Tropoco Kennels and found that it had a lot of really useful information for people looking to buy a Goldendoodle or any breed of puppy for that matter..
Check this out: Buyers Beware
Below is an excerpt from her post:
“Just because you find a breeder on a so-called “Premium Breeders List”, doesn’t mean all the breeders on there are ethical. The breeders all pay to advertise. Last I
Cassie the Golden Doodle learned how to skateboard after less than a week of training. Cassie’s owner Richard Maguire has been training animals for over 35 years. She loves to skateboard and is getting better each day. Watch both videos!
It is official we’ve started out breeding program. Daisy our beautiful chocolate standard poodle was bred to a champion AKC Golden Retriever, “Lucky” and we will be having a litter of Goldendoodles the first week of August.
I’ve started a website for our breeding program called Dreamydoodles.com.
Please feel free to visit and watch this amazing journey of life. I will be posting pictures as we go through the pregnancy, delivery etc..
Daisy and Lucky on their way… Read the rest
Reduce brushing out time and add luster to your pet’s coat with the GloCoat Conditioner. It is a leave-in conditioner and
I just finished watching a documentary called Earthlings that contains the most abominable acts of cruelty towards animals that I have ever seen. It is horrible.
It’s hard to believe that this important documentary has been available for more than a year on DVD. I am so thankful to have come across it, and I hope that all of our readers take time to view it.
To view the entire feature length documentary, narrated by Academy Award nominee Joaquin… Read the rest
Victoria Stilwell and Cesar Millan are currently two of the most popular dog trainers in America, if not in the world. Both of them have their own tried and true methods of training. There is a lot of debate online and in the media on whether Cesar Millan’s methods are outdated and cruel.
So the questions is, If you had a dog with behavior issues who would you call?
So, this… Read the rest
Here is an adorable dog breed that looks A LOT like a Doodle. The Lagotto Romagnolo has hair not fur.. so like the Poodle they DO NOT shed. You just Gotta Love a non-shedding dog! This breed was recently featured on
Dogs 101 – Rare Breeds click to watch the video at Animal Planet.
This rare breed is so cute, cuddly and great with kids. The Lagotto Romagnolo is so rare, there are only about 500… Read the rest
A Goldendoodle enjoying agility with his owner
It’s a proven fact that all dogs are better behaved when they are involved in activities. Activities to exercise both their minds and their bodies.
A BORED dog is often a mischievous dog, and some can even become destructive dogs. Chewing, digging and barking are common outlets for bored dogs.
You might want to take a look at the list below to see if there’s a dog sport or activity that… Read the rest
Chaining is not only inhumane for dogs, but has taken a severe toll on this nation’s children as well. In the period from October 2003 through August 2009, there were at least 277 children killed or seriously injured by chained dogs across the country.
I still ask, why even have a dog if you’re not going to make it a part of your family? They are not lawn ornaments. If you want a dog for security, don’t you… Read the rest
Yes, dogs (just like people) can get nasty yeast infections. Many times they get them in their ears. You see, yeast thrives in warm and moist environments, and your dog’s ears are no exception. So, if you’re concerned that your pooch may have a dog ear yeast infection and you want to learn all you can about it, as well as examine medical and holistic treatments, then you’ve come to the right place.
Is he moping, shaking his head, whining, or rubbing his ear? Do you observe… Read the rest
To learn how to stop dogs from digging holes it is crucial to determine the reason why your puppy or older dog is digging in the first place. Below is a list of the most common reasons your dog may be digging:
British filmmaker Jemima Harrison spent two years investigating the horrific health problems that decades of calculated inbreeding have created in many dog breeds.
WATCH THIS VIDEO!
Documentary – BBC – Pedigree Dogs Exposed
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I found this documentary about Pure breeds so sad that I cried. If this doesn’t give you… Read the rest
Socialization is most critical for young dogs from 4 weeks to 4 months. However, maintaining your
dog’s socialization is a life-long process.
To socialize your dog is to help them have positive exposure experiences with all sorts of people, environments, different looking dogs, other animals, etc.
Socialization is accomplished by gradually allowing your dog to investigate these new stimuli and
associate them with something the dog likes, like treats or play.
It is critical that the dog… Read the rest
Without frequent and new experiences, your dog can become timid and skittish when introduced to new things outside their immediate familiarity.
It’s so important to socialize your dog to tons of new dogs and new people. It makes for a calmer more friendly dog.
Socialization is a very lengthy (life-long) desensitization process of exposing your dog to every new sound, sight, and situation possible. To… Read the rest
Apple Cider Vinegar, that wonderful old-timers home remedy, cures more ailments than any other folk remedy.
You can find ACV with the ‘Mother’ in your local health food store or online, at HerbalRemedies.com!
ACV can benefit both people and their pets and has been reported to be a successful cure for allergies (including pet, food and environmental), sinus infections, acne, high cholesterol, flu, chronic fatigue, candida, acid reflux, sore throats, contact dermatitis, arthritis, and gout.
As… Read the rest
The Toy and Miniature Australian Shepherds (Aussies) and Aussiedoodles (Aussiepoo) can have a severe reaction to Ivermectin which is in many of the Heartworm Medications. Interceptor is the only safe (so far) Heartworm Medication for Aussies, Collies, Border Collies and many other breeds.
IMPORTANT
We HIGHLY recommend Interceptor Heartworm Preventive for all our dogs!!! Some Dogs are more sensitive then other breeds, Herding dogs Can be sensitive to Ivermectin, as well as other prescribed Meds!!! It is… Read the rest
These videos deals with how important it is to establish pack structure with the family pet. They demonstrates how aggressive even small puppies can be when they establish rank within their litter (family pack).
Videos
The website for the second video was a huge GOLDMINE of info! Ed Frawley is a dog trainer who has been producing dog training material since 1982! http://leerburg.com/
Seriously you MUST visit
I recently did an exlusive interview with Nancy from Doodlesville.com. Nancy has been breeding Goldendoodles, Labradoodles and Aussiedoodles since 1999. She’s a very easy going, down to earth woman who was very knowledgable and easy to talk too. Please read Nancy’s interview below:
How did you become a breeder?
I started showing dogs when I was in high school, and I also started working as a Vet Assistant in a local vet hospital. I worked as Vet Tech most… Read the rest
