Titan, a senior Weimaraner, just turned thirteen years old last month.  We believe he still has a good quality of life.  He loves going for walks, a short walk around the familiar neighbourhood is enough for him now.  He ignores all the distractions that might entertain a young dog, he is content to keep his nose to the ground and take in all the scents.  With his wisdom he knows more about the neighbourhood dog gossip then we see.  Titan pays no attention to the eager dogs lunging towards him wanting to engage Titan in play.   Read more...

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(Veterinarian Caring for Dog.  Image previously retrieved from photobucket.com)

The best thing you can do for yourself, your dog and your pocket is just find a reliable veterinarian with an upfront, honest practice.  Good veterinarians use intuition and keen inductive reasoning skill to diagnosis and treat your dog.  They don’t jump to performing invasive, expensive tests right away, unless it is truly an emergency situation.  So how do you know how to find a good veterinarian?  Read more...

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(Veterinarian Caring for Dog.  Picture Retrieved From Photobucket.com on April 19th, 2012)

To understand why veterinarian insurance companies exist and their business is successful we need to look at veterinarian practice and how it has changed over the years.

Veterinary practice unofficial started around 1900 BC in Egypt when people took an interest in the health and well being of their animals and used what resources they had to nurse them back to health.  Because they needed the animals to work, to help them build things and transport items.  And sometimes just for the companionship.  Read more...

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Considering Veterinarian Insurance For Your Dog?

“Insurance” is such a reassuring term…  Companies create policies that promise to protect you or your loved ones and now, even our animals.  But it’s easy to get swallowed up by what these companies have to offer, and not look at the big picture, read the fine lines and analyse the legalities of their policies.  Read more...

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 (Catahoula Leopard Dog.  Picture retrieved from Photobucket.com on January 30st, 2012) 

The Catahoula Leopard dog was bred for hunting and originated in the Catahoula Parish of Louisiana.  This breed may be the oldest surviving dog breed in North American.  They are very agile and require plenty of exercise!

Read about other rare breeds

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(Titan’s eye 12 weeks after surgery.  Normal recovery time is 4-6 weeks.  Note the redness and pink tinged clouding over his cornea)

Titan has mostly recovered from his meibomian wart removal surgery.  However, his left eye has still has a pinkish tinged cloudy hue to it.  The veterinarian says this will takes weeks to heal completely, but that Titan should make a full recovery.  Not bad for a Weiminaraner that is almost 13 years old!  Read more...

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(Whippet Dog Breed.  Picture from Google Images)

Classification: Hound Group

Height: 17.5-22.5 inches (44-57cm)

Weight: 6.8-14kg (15-30lbs)

Life Span: 12-15 years

(Whippet Puppies at Play.  Picture from Google Images)

Whippets and Children  Read more...

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Does My Dog Have A Belly Button?

(Dog Rolling on Grass.  Picture Retrieved from http://www.mooseyscountrygarden.com/cats-dogs/dog-tummy.jpg)

Yes.  All dogs have belly buttons.  In some dogs the belly buttons are harder to notice because of fur.  In dogs with less furry tummies you will notice a belly button that looks different than a person’s belly button because dog’s belly buttons don’t heal as “innies” or“outies”.  Read more...

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(St. Bernard and Young Boy at Christmas.  Picture from Google Images) 

Classification:  Working Group

Height: 27.5 to 35.5 inches (70-90cm) at the shoulder

Weight: 64-120kg (140-264lbs)

Life Span: 8-10 years

(St. Bernard and Chick.  Picture from Google Images)

What a St. Bernard Adds To Your Family?  Read more...

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•  Since our dogs give unconditionally all year – Let’s give something in return
•  Dogs celebrate Christmas too!  80% of us dog owners buy our dogs gifts during the holidays.  And why shouldn’t we?! – Dogs are part of our family! 
• 78% of dog owners sign cards with their pets name for other people! 
•  Since I am about to celebrate Titan’s 12^th Christmas, I know a few great Christmas gift ideas for dogs.

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