Here you will find Great Dane information such as its personality traits, favourite activities and the breed’s history. Facts Personality: Great Danes are lovable giants which love human companionship. Mature Danes enjoy nothing more than a snuggle on the couch or a slow stroll around the block. As long as they are with you they […]
Facts Personality: The Greyhound is a quiet, unassuming and gentle dog. It is very laid-back and is tolerant of strangers and children. It is a loyal and loving companion to its owners and should be taken in as one of the family. Favourite activities: Despite its racing dog image, this pooch loves nothing better than […]
Facts Originating in the area known as Lapland, which incorporates Sweden, Finland and parts of North Russia and Norway, the Sami people used dogs of the same type as the Finnish Lapphund as reindeer herders, watchdogs and family companions. Although used as a working dog by the Sami people for centuries, it has only been […]
Facts Care and exercise The Field Spaniel is a small-medium sized dog with no exaggerations and has no special care requirements other than normal exercise, ideally including retrieving games. Coat maintenance consists of regular (preferably, but not essentially, daily) brushing, bathing as required, and trimming of feathering for neatness. Hair between the toes should be […]
What do you do when you or your child is allergic to a much-loved family member the dog? Rachel Belshaw investigates ways to overcome problems and allergies to pets associated with children and asthma so that you and your pooch can live in sneeze-free harmony. Are you or your family allergic to your dog? Before […]
A small, active breed with a fox-like face, the Schipperke makes a wonderful (and different) family companion. By Melinda McHugh.
Facts Personality: Active, alert, friendly and intelligent breed. Both Rough and Smooth Collies need regular physical and mental stimulation to ensure they grow into happy and healthy adult dogs. Suitablity: People who accept them as part of the household and have the time to train their dog. Collies enjoy spending time with their family and […]
It’s not just us that are celebrating Christmas day, dogs are also taking part and ending up at vet hospitals around Australia. Alexandra Lazcano investigates what the most common reasons are for pooches ending up in Doggy ER. The weather Fortunately for us, we don’t have to huddle into our homes for a white Christmas; […]
Facts Care and exercise This breeds unique coat needs special care. It is never combed or brushed, as this can make the close, crisp curls frizz out, and it is bathed as seldom as possible, since this can remove the oil. Coat-care instructions should come from the breeder along with feeding notes, etc. The Curly […]
Facts Personality: This gentle and noble dog makes a fantastic addition to any family. The breed is very adaptable and gets on extremely well with all family members, especially children. As long as your pooch is given a good dose of daily exercise and taken in as one of the pack, you will have an […]
