5 Fun Facts About Pit Bulls

5 awesomely adorable facts you may not have known about Pit Bulls. Did you know...Pit Bulls were originally bred in England in the 1860s to be used as herding dogs 5% of all dogs registered in the US are Pit Bulls, but 20% of dogs in shelters are pit bulls :( According to the American Temperament Test Society Inc, Pit Bulls pass their test 87% of the time. That ranks them as 4th best of 122 breeds tested! You are 240 times more likely to die in a texting-while-driving accident than from a Pit Bull attack. You are 18 times[...]

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How to Introduce a Nervous Pup to Visitors

Dog stands on the wooden floor staring at the guests

You and your dog are the classic odd couple. You are a vibrant socialite who loves nothing more than to invite friends and family to your house for potlucks and sporting events. But your doggy – well, she is shy around new people. She might even spend the evening hiding under coffee tables, whimpering and counting the seconds until your guests leave. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be this way. By correcting a few behaviors and providing structure, you can put your pet at ease when visitors come into your home. Discipline for the Door Dasher Of course, it’s not[...]

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3 Lifestyle Changes to Expect When You Get a Dog

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If you’re thinking about expanding your family by one furry member, it’s necessary to consider all that will change after the new pup crosses his adorable little paws over your threshold. There will be another mouth to feed, more bath times, more exercise—but there will also be a whole lotta love! Like with anything, making the decision to adopt a puppy is a significant one; dogs, much like children, demand excellent care if they’re to thrive. After bringing your little one home and getting him situated with vet appointments and adorning him with his personalized and oh-so-cute dog ID tags,[...]

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Top 7 Best & Worst Dogs For Apartments

Just because you live in an apartment doesn't mean you must forego canine companionship. More and more apartments are allowing their tenants to keep pets, and dedicated dog parks are now found in almost every city in the country, making it easier than ever to get your cooped-up dog some exercise. But the key to success lies in breed selection. While some dogs adapt very well to apartment life, others require more exercise than the average apartment dweller is willing to provide. Great breeds for apartments are typically somewhat small, have relatively low energy levels, require only modest amounts of[...]

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