Sunday, January 06, 2008

Having A Chihuahua Dog

Article Title: Having A Chihuahua Dog
Author: Sandra A Dean

Individuals must know what to expect from Chihuahua dogs before
they bring them home. Although they are the smallest breed of
dog, they still needs lots of space to run and play. Individuals
wanting a personable dog should choose Chihuahua dogs as they
greatly enjoy being around people and other Chihuahuas.
Chihuahua dogs are very possessive of the individuals who
primarily care for them, which is why it is important for people
to understand their traits and behaviors before adopting or
buying them.

Due to limited living spaces many individuals choose to adopt
Chihuahua dogs and make them their pet. These animals are the
smallest breed of dog in the world, and many individuals assume
they don't need much space to live. This is not true though, and
this emphasizes why it is so important for individuals to gather
lots of Chihuahua information and learn what to expect before
bring a Chihuahua home.

Although Chihuahuas are very small they actually need quite a
bit of space when they want to run and play. In fact many
experts recommend that you provide your Chihuahua with a
fenced-in backyard that allows them to run around freely. If you
live in an apartment or condo where this isn't possible, you can
still provide your Chihuahua with room to run around by taking
them outside on an extended leash. This allows them to run
around fairly unrestrained while you still maintain control of
them.

Chihuahuas are also dogs that enjoy being around people. They
are highly interactive and get lonely rather quickly, thus it
may be best for you to place your Chihuahua in doggy daycare if
you are away at work all day.

Chihuahuas also enjoy being around other dogs, so it may be
advisable for you to purchase another Chihuahua to keep the
first pet company. Having two Chihuahuas together can provide
some relief if the dogs are left alone all day while you are at
work if you choose not to put them in doggy daycare. Due to the
fact Chihuahua dogs enjoy being around other dogs, you should
have your pet fixed as soon as possible. They are the smallest
breed of dog, which makes them very vulnerable to attach if they
get out when they are in heat. Dogs that want to be left alone
will have no problem providing serious injury or death to your
Chihuahua.

One thing that many individuals and families don't expect with
Chihuahua dogs is their possessive nature. Chihuahuas have the
ability to develop a special bond with people they are
frequently around such as their owners or caregivers. They often
bark, growl, snip at, bite or attack individuals that appear to
be invading their space and their bond. This is why Chihuahuas
will even attack fellow family members that live in the same
house. Before you purchase or adopt a Chihuahua it is important
you are fully knowledgeable and aware of their possessive
behavior since it is one of the main reasons individuals get rid
of them after only having them for a few months.

Even though they may be possessive, Chihuahuas can make great
pets for individuals and families. They have a lot of desirable
qualities and are quite intelligent. However, you should become
fully knowledgeable about Chihuahuas and know what to expect
before you bring one home.

About The Author: Being a lover of all dogs, Sandra Dean
particularly enjoys Chihuahuas due to qualities such as their
intelligence. In order to ensure a
http://www.thechihuahuaguide.com/ Chihuahua is right for your
home, you should know what to expect before you purchase or
adopt them. This article can provide you
http://www.thechihuahuaguide.com/Chihuahua.php Chihuahua
information about the behaviors and traits of this breed so you
know what to expect when they become your pet.

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Don't Be Afraid Of The Big Bad Rottweiler

Article Title: Don't Be Afraid Of The Big Bad Rottweiler
Author: Sharon A Davies

One of the most popular breeds of dogs in both Europe and
America has been the Rottweiler. In America, the Rottweiler has
been one of the ten most popular breeds of dogs for about twenty
years. Part of the reason for their popularity is that they make
great guard dogs. They are suspicious of strangers, but loyal
and kind to the people and property they are protecting. They
are highly trainable, extremely intelligent and look like they
can easily rip a burglar's leg off. What's not to love?

In the past, Rottweilers were used as battle dogs, draught
animals, and to round up and guard livestock. They have received
a lot of press about being attack or guard dogs. Just like the
German Shepherd, the trainability and size of the dog,
unfortunately, makes for an animal that in the eagerness to
please his master will rip somebody's leg off if told to. These
are not dogs for first-time dog owners, anyone with health
problems or apartment dwellers. They are bold, active dogs that
need a lot of interaction with you and a lot of play.

Rottweilers have docked tails for reasons unknown. No source of
Rottweiler information has ever come to a consensus on why the
docking of tails began. Perhaps it was just to make the dog look
fiercer. Perhaps it was because the naturally long tails might
get caught up in harnesses (they used to pull wagons). England
and Wales have now banned the docking of tails for all pet dogs
and hopefully, more countries will follow their lead.

The expression on a Rottweiler's face is in direct contrast to
their powerful, tank-like bodies. Their eyes (always brown) look
curious and full of wonder. Their ears are floppy, like a Jack
Russell's. Some heads are rounder than others, and some are
quite blocky with a Boxer-blunt muzzle. In pet quality or show
quality Rottweilers, the jaw must be strong and look like it
could easily rip off limbs. The jaw is square and the teeth
should meet evenly. No overbites or under bites are allowed.

Rottweilers have to be shown with docked tails. According to
Rottweiler information, the docked tail "honors the breed's
special character". They are chopped off by the breeder and
usually not by a veterinarian when the Rottweiler puppies are
two or three days old, when the bones are still soft. In
England, all Rottweilers born after April 2007 must be shown
with natural, long, curving tails, as docking has finally been
banned.

Rottweilers are alert, curious and highly trainable. They will
eagerly try anything you want them to do, from guard work,
catching a tennis ball to acting in movies. When they are not
overfed and under-exercised, they are calm characters, as steady
as the black and tan rocks they look like. It is important to
keep them exercised. A good Rottweiler is a tired Rottweiler.
They also are calmer, healthier and less likely to roam or pick
a fight with another dog if neutered.

About The Author: Sharon Davies has written hundreds of canine
related articles, including many on Rottweilers. It is hoped
that the http://www.officialrottweilerguide.com/ Rottweiler
breed standard will be changed to ban all tail docking.
http://www.officialrottweilerguide.com/Rottweiler.php Rottweiler
information is readily available in the library and on the
Internet.

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What Your Beagle Breeder Hopes You'll Ask

Article Title: What Your Beagle Breeder Hopes You'll Ask
Author: Michelle A Adams

There are many advantages to getting your Beagle from a Beagle
breeder rather than a pet shop. The biggest is that you can get
answers to all kinds of questions about your puppy, the puppy's
parents and Beagle information in general. You need to ask
Beagle breeders about the puppy's health, about guarantees and
if everything will be put in writing. You need to visit the
Beagle breeder to see that it is a good place for dogs. Be sure
to visit the kennels and meet the parents. Ask any and all
questions about any aspect of Beagle information to the Beagle
breeder – including if you can return the pup and any point
during his or her lifetime if you can no longer care for the
dog.

If you remember nothing else from this article, remember this –
NEVER buy puppies from a pet store or an Internet site! They
always get their puppies from one of the barbaric puppy mills in
the country. Not only is this practice unnecessarily cruel, you
usually wind up with sickly, mental and not-so-purebred
purebreds. Because of the popularity of the Beagle, there are
many Beagles suffering in puppy mills.

If you can't go to a pet store, go to one of the many fine
Beagle rescue centers that have purebred and Beagle mixes for
adoption. The only reason you should buy a Beagle puppy from a
Beagle breeder is if the breeder is in the local area or if you
plan on showing and breeding Beagles. Beagle information sites
usually don't mention the long wait and high cost of getting a
Beagle puppy. However, you are assured of a healthy, sane,
purebred puppy with "tech support" from the breeder.

With great Beagle breeders, you should not just drive up, pluck
a pup, hand over the cash and drive off. It should be a long
process to assure not only a healthy pup, but for you to know
what you are getting yourself in for. Perhaps the pups are not
even born yet, and then they won't be ready to be weaned until
they are two months old. They should have their first shots and
first wormings paid for by the breeder.

Great Beagle breeders will give you an extensive health
guarantee, in writing (yes – you need a contract!) about the
health of the puppy they are selling. It is illegal for them to
misrepresent the health of any puppy they sell. But great Beagle
breeders will not stop at just health – they will also socialize
the pup, let the pup know what a house and home living is like
and will even start housetraining them.

Beagles are not known for any particular health problems
through genetic disorders. But Beagle puppies do need shots and
worming, and so do their parents. The best Beagle breeder will
also offer a health guarantee and will take the puppy back if
your vet says the puppy has an illness. See how long this is
for. The best Beagle breeders will also take the puppy back
anytime in the dog's life if disaster hits you and you are
forced to give up the dog.

Also ask if the puppies will be registered with the AKC. If
not, then they should be less than $1000. If you still have some
doubts even after your visit, check with the agriculture
department of your state to see if that kennel has ever been
cited for health or business violations. The best Beagle
breeders should also be a good source of Beagle information if
you should have questions months down the line.

About The Author: Michelle Adams loves Beagles and hopes to
spend retirement as a miniature Beagle breeder. In the meantime,
this author writes hundreds of articles a year on dogs,
including about
http://www.beagledogguide.com/Beagle_Breeders/index.php Beagle
breeders. When not on the end of a leash, this author can be
found on a soap box lecturing on
http://www.beagledogguide.com/Beagle.php Beagle information.

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Dog Breeders: Building Your Brand Online

Article Title: Dog Breeders: Building Your Brand Online
Author: C Swarens

Are you a dog breeder? You should know that there are hundreds
of online tools that you can use to grow your customer base. As
the pet market grows, along with the demand for pedigreed dogs
and the use of the Internet as a purchasing tool, you want your
business to be at the forefront. Online tools not only create a
global web presence, they also allow you to network with other
breeders and get a chance to really choose your prospective pet
buyers.

This article can help dog breeders like you learn more about
the various ways to reach a much greater market via the
Internet, so keep reading for some great tips.

Online Pet and Dog Classifieds

A direct method is to advertise your business using an online
pet classifieds website. A great example of this is Find a Pet
Online, which targets pet lovers all throughout North America
and really, across the globe. You can post your information,
business details, pedigrees, upcoming litters and services
through the pet forums and classified pages. Because the site is
so specialized, the users you'll get to interact with are the
very same dog-loving customers you want for your niche market.

Business Review Sites

Every business owner knows that word-of-mouth advertising is
the best kind of advertising. This is where online review
communities like Yelp can really help your dog breeding
business. These are online city guides cum websites that could
help shape the opinion of other people about you. For example,
if a satisfied client of yours leaves a favorable review about
you and your puppies, your business has just been positively
reviewed on a global website with an audience of millions of
potential customers.

Online Pet and Dog Communities

Message boards or online forums are great outlets for you to
make your business known. A lot of pet owners use these web
communities to look for suggestions, feedback and, of course,
helpful tips on where and how to find a dog. Basically, these
pet owners and future pet owners visit message boards actively
seeking referrals. Just imagine how this could work in your
favor if you're already a member of that forum and you also have
good feedback to boot! So, never underestimate the power of
forum marketing – this can lead to good business leads as well
as a positive reputation.

Social Networking

Last but definitely not the least, if you think that social
networking websites such as MySpace, Facebook and LinkedIn are
timewasters, think again! They are a great way to advertise your
pets and services online.

Because a ready network is already in place, you can be assured
that steady traffic can get to view your profile page. Another
way of thinking of it is imagining that your friend's sister's
boss is looking for a purebred Boxers and you posted on your
social networking profile that you breed Boxers. Your friend's
sister sees it, tells her boss about you and all of a sudden,
you have a new customer.

With these four main ways to grow your dog breeding business
online, your market opportunities are endless. With just a
little bit of patience and steady diligence on your part
including time spent joining forums, filling up profiles and
posting ads, your dog breeding business will be well on its way
to success.

About The Author: CS Swarens is the president of Find a Pet
Online. 800 998-7065 For additional information on dogs, cats,
birds, horses, and exotic pets visit the internet's pet resource
including pet classifieds at http://www.findapetonline.com
Research over 430 pet breed profiles
http://www.findapetonline.com/breeds.html

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