Pets Articles

Pet obesity is on the rise. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, the 2009 population of dogs was estimated at 77.5 million, and an estimated 45% of canines in the United States are considered overweight or obese. A similar study was performed in 2008 by the same organization which indicated that over 40 percent of dogs were estimated to be obese.

A Dog barking can cause stress and distress to the dog itself, understanding the reason's why your dog or a dog that is causing you grief is half the problem solved.

Just as many Americans are becoming more health and weight conscious, pet owners today are becoming more mindful of what they are feeding their furry friends. They are taking note that some of the food we give our pets is contributing to an unhealthy weight gain over the years. And as they gain weight with their age, many times arthritis starts to set in. So some pet owners are looking for better ways to feed their pets healthier foods from the beginning in order to better influence their weight in the long run. We all want our pets to live longer and happier lives, disease free.

A whining Chihuahua is quite common; it is a way for them to communicate with their owners and families.

The most important factor in Chihuahua training, or, for that matter, dogs of any breed, is consistency.

Just like with any other dog, a lot goes into preparing for the arrival of the newest addition to your family.

Owning a well behaved dog is one of life’s greatest joys. Teaching a dog to be responsive to your wishes isn’t hard if you take a smart approach in your dog training.

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Ryan O'Meara, publisher of K9 Magazine, tells us what he thinks about the contentious issues surrounding the Dangerous Dogs Act. The subject of dangerous dogs is in the news again following a recent

If a Blue Pit Bull puppy is the pet that you desire make sure to use a reputable breeder.