History of Australian Cattle Dog breed

It was in the 18th Century when George Hall built two cattle stations in the Upper Hunter Valley. Later on was expanded to Liverpool Plains, New England and Queensland. He has been challenged bringing his herd of cattle to the Sydney market because of unfenced and rugged bush roads. He realized he needed a dog who will drive the cattle. There came the Hall’s Heelers. The dogs has caught the attention of Sydney breeders and eventually changed the name to Australian Cattle Dog.

In the US, it was only recognized by the American Kennel Club in the 1930’s. They are also called Queensland Heelers.

"Dogs Welcome"

I think every human should get a chance to read this!!!!

A man wrote a letter to a small hotel in a
Midwest town he planned to visit on his
Vacation. He wrote: I would very much like
To bring my dog with me. He is well-groomed
And very well behaved. Would you be willing
To permit me to keep him in my room with
Me at night?"
An immediate reply came from the hotel
Owner, who wrote: SIR: "I've been operating
This hotel for many years. In all that time, I've
Never had a dog steal towels, bedclothes,
Silverware or pictures off the walls. I've never
Had to evict a dog in the middle of the night
For being drunk and disorderly. And I've never
Had a dog run out on a hotel bill. Yes, indeed,
Your dog is welcome at my hotel. And, if your
Dog will vouch for you, you're welcome to stay
Here, too."

History of Pug Dog breed

The pug has grown its breed before 400 BC. It is believed that its origin is China. Pugs were known as dear companion of the royalties. The wrinkles in its forehead will be checked if there’s a formation of “W” which means Prince in Chinese characters. The sailors from Dutch East India were the first to bring the breed to Holland.

The breed reached America after the Civil War. By 1885, they are being shown throughout the country. They became less popular as the other imported breeds. The AKC showed that in 1900, only few breeders are coming to register. It was in 1931, finally when a group of breeders from East Coast decided to form a Pug Club and it was then recognized by the American Kennel Club.

History of Brussels Griffon Dog breed

The breed got its name from the capital of Belgium. It was an ordinary practice for terriers to be kept in stables to control vermin population. It was believed that Brussels Griffons came from a blend of the Griffons d’Ecurier (King Charles’ Spaniel), Ruby Spaniel and Pug. From these breed, came two variations of coat types, smooth and wiry.

In 1800’s the breed found its way to the drawing of the rooms of the royalty. The Queen adored the Brussels Griffon and began breeding them. Because of her interest, two clubs were established in the US. After the wars, the breed then became extinct in its native land. The breed was recognized by the AKC.

This breed has never been popular but is continuously making its way nowadays

Owner leaves dog outside the elevator

This video will leave you breathless at first then a sigh at the end...whew! Glad the dog was safe. To all dog owners out there, please be watchful of your dog as they are also watchful in guarding you.

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Does Your Dog Get Along With Other Dogs?

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Many dog owners one day realize their pet no longer seems interested in being with other canines. Their formerly social dog has grown standoffish when other dogs are around.

What happened?

Socialization Is a Lifelong Pursuit

J.C. Burcham, a DVM with a special interest in animal behavior, thinks this widely-reported phenomenon could be the result of a lack of ongoing socialization.

According to Dr. Burcham:

Being polite and friendly takes practice!

Perhaps your dog got along great with other dogs when he was younger -- you took him with you on errands, visited the dog park regularly, and had play time with your friends' dogs.

But then, as time went by, life became more complicated in a way we never quite have the foresight to see, and you were no longer able to take your dog with you everywhere and socialize him all the time.

Dr. Burcham believes even dogs well-socialized as puppies, if not given regular opportunities to interact dog-to-dog as adults, can lose their ability to mix comfortably with others of their species.

Some pets are naturally skilled at dog-to-dog dealings, but many others need regular practice through activities that provide the chance to socialize with unfamiliar people and pets.

Is the Dog Park the Best Place for Your Pooch?

If your dog seems to have lost the knack for being around other canines, there are lots of things you can do to help him regain his social skills.

But before I get into that, I want to caution you not to assume just because your pet doesn't do well at the dog park, he's anti-social or unfriendly toward all other canines. According to Kathy Diamond Davis, author and trainer, writing for Veterinary Partner.com:

It is actually more "normal" for a mature dog to NOT be able to "play nice" with strange dogs in a dog park than it is for the dog to be able to do it! Dogs in the wild are not "social" in the sense of making friends with every dog they meet. This is a human idea, and currently a big fad among people with dogs. It's causing a lot of serious problems.

I encourage you not to use your pet's behavior at the dog park as a gauge of his sociability. Adult canines aren't wired to mix and mingle with large groups of strange dogs, so think of socialization in terms of exposure to other dogs and people through directed activities.

Tips for Keeping Your Adult Dog Well Socialized

• Obedience classes provide an environment where all the dogs are kept under control. This can be very helpful if your pet seems wary around other dogs. Organized classes give him the opportunity to be around other pups, but from a slight distance.

• If you have friends with dogs, arrange play dates with one (carefully selected) dog at a time. Put your dog and his doggy friend in a safe, enclosed area and let them get to know each other. This is another low pressure social situation in which your pup can hone his skills without being overwhelmed by too many dogs or an overly-dominant dog.

• Get involved in dog agility competitions. These events provide a great opportunity for your dog to be around other dogs and people while getting lots of exercise and mental stimulation.

• If agility isn't appealing, there are lots of other activities that might be, including flying disc, dock jumping/dock diving, flyball, herding, hunt and field trials and musical freestyle. Dogplay.com is a good resource for exploring organized exercise and socialization possibilities for your dog.

• A really fabulous socialization activity you can share with your pet, depending on his temperament and personality, is training to be a therapeutic visitation dog.

• Another possible option for socialization and exercise is to enroll your pet in a doggy daycare program one or two days a week. The facility you choose should have a knowledgeable staff, separate play areas for dogs of different sizes and supervised playgroups. Extensive temperament tests should be performed on all dogs to evaluate their behavior in the daycare environment. Introduction to the pack should be gradual for all new dogs.

A word of caution about doggy daycare facilities. Most require at least yearly re-vaccinations for rabies, distemper, parvo and bordetella. This isn't the vaccine protocol I recommend for your pet.

• Last but not least, never underestimate the socialization value of regular daily walks with your dog. You both get fresh air, stress-relieving and perhaps even heart-thumping exercise, and opportunities to encounter old and new two- and four-legged friends.

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Dr. Karen Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian. You can visit her site at: MercolaHealthyPets.com.

Her goal is to help you create wellness in order to prevent illness in the lives of your pets. This proactive approach seeks to save you and your pet from unnecessary stress and suffering by identifying and removing health obstacles even before disease occurs. Unfortunately, most veterinarians in the United States are trained to be reactive. They wait for symptoms to occur, and often treat those symptoms without addressing the root cause.

By reading Dr. Becker's information, you'll learn how to make impactful, consistent lifestyle choices to improve your pet's quality of life.

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History of Basset Hound Dog breed

The breed was developed by the friars of St. Hubert’ths French Abbey. They just want to breed a dog that’s similar to Bloodhound but a little smaller and slower. The word Basset came from the French word "bas" which means low or dwarf. Basset Hounds became popular in France at the beginning of 18th century. History says that Lafayette gave a pair of this breed to George Washington which made him be the man to introduce the dog to North America.

The Basset Hound dog was recognized by the English Kennel Club in 1882 and the American Kennel Club followed in 1885.