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Border Collie by Jerry Mace |
Topic: Breeds of Dogs |
| The Border Collie has been bred for over 100 years with functionality as the number one priority. These sheep herding dogs were abundant in Great Britain during the 1800s, however they were made up of different types |
| Published: Saturday 20 December, 2008 |
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Boston Terrier by Jerry Mace |
Topic: Breeds of Dogs |
| Boston Terriers are extremely devoted to their owner and are very sensitive to the atmosphere and mood around them. This dog can sense whether its owner or other people are feeling upset, happy, or angry |
| Published: Saturday 20 December, 2008 |
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Boxer by Jerry Mace |
Topic: Breeds of Dogs |
| The Boxer is considered to be an all-time favorite breed among dog enthusiasts. They were formed as a result of breeding two specific European breeds that no longer exist today |
| Published: Saturday 20 December, 2008 |
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Bull Terrier by Jerry Mace |
Topic: Breeds of Dogs |
| Sometime during the early 1800s, there was a cross between the old English Terrier and the Bulldog. The result was a dog which was known as the “Bull and Terrier”. Soon enough, the Spanish Pointer was added to the mix in order to give more size to the animal. |
| Published: Saturday 20 December, 2008 |
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Bulldog by Jerry Mace |
Topic: Breeds of Dogs |
| The Bulldog is one of those breeds that carries a mean looking facial expression, but is actually a delight to have as a pet. This dog was originally bred to attack bulls, literally |
| Published: Saturday 20 December, 2008 |
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Bullmastiff by Jerry Mace |
Topic: Breeds of Dogs |
| The Bullmastiff is mistakenly thought of as one of Britain's oldest dog breeds. However, it is actually the Mastiff that is the oldest breed. The Bullmastiff, on the other hand, is a fairly new dog breed that has recently developed |
| Published: Saturday 20 December, 2008 |
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Canine Cardiac Disease – How Common Heart Murmurs In Dogs Could Be The Result Of CCD by Jerry Mace |
Topic: Dog Health |
| According to the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, a heart murmur results from blood flow running through the heart that is abnormal. Some heart murmurs are perfectly normal while others, similar to those heard in aging dogs, may be a sign that some type of heart disease is prevalent... |
| Published: Wednesday 22 July, 2009 |
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Canine Hip Dysplasia (1) by Jerry Mace |
Topic: Dog Health |
| This disease was first described in the United States back in the 1930s. Research has produced abundant information on hip dysplasia, but many questions still remain unanswered. It is one of the most popular topics discussed among owners, breeders, and veterinarians. |
| Published: Thursday 23 July, 2009 |
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Canine Hip Dysplasia (2): Treatment & Prevention by Jerry Mace |
Topic: Dog Health |
| One of the most difficult tasks facing a veterinarian is how to manage hip dysplasia. There are several modes of therapy available, but only the most commonly accepted techniques will be discussed. |
| Published: Thursday 23 July, 2009 |
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Canine Hip Dysplasia: The Cause Is Still A Mystery To Veterinarians by Jerry Mace |
Topic: Dog Health |
| In the early seventies, many young dogs were put to sleep after being diagnosed with hip dysplasia. It was practical choice in the old days and dog owners would agree with the decision from the veterinarian due to the understanding that “the dog would be crippled in time, for the rest of his life, o... |
| Published: Thursday 23 July, 2009 |
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