105 articles on "breed"

Finding A Dog Breeder

Finding A Dog Breeder by: Kirsten Hawkins If you’re in the market for a purebred dog, you’ll need to find a breeder from which to purchase the animal. This can often be as easy as opening the classified advertising section of your local news...

Five ways to keep your dog healthy

As any pet owner knows, the secret to keeping your dog happy is to keep it healthy. Here are five easy steps to ensure that your dog remains, healthy, happy and full of life. Exercise: All dogs need regular exercise. Depending on the type of dog thi...

Otterhound - Facts You Must Know Before Adopting Ottenhound

Breed Description The Otterhound is a large, rough-coated breed with an imposing appearance. Originally bred to hunt, these dogs are powerful and strong with amazingly long striding steps. These large dog breeds weigh between 66-115 pounds, and stan...

Whippet Dog Breed Description, History, Grooming, Health Issues and Living Conditions

Description: The Whippet is a sight hound of medium size. The dog is 19-20 inches in height, and the bitches' height is 18-21 inches. Their weight is 25-45 pounds this breed looks similar to their cousin, the greyhound. The Whippet has a long sk...

Breeding Discus – 3 Ways to Encourage Spawning

Breeding Discus – 3 Ways to Encourage Spawning by: Rob Clarke So you have a mature pair of discus fish that have shown an interest in each other but there not laying any eggs. The most important factor in discus breeding in the water quality, ...