Breed name: German ShepherdOriginal breed name: Deutscher SchaeferhundAKC list of the most popular dogs: 2FCI Classification: Group I – Shepherd Dogs and Livestock Dogs (except Swiss Shepherd Dogs)Origin: GermanySize: Medium dogAverage life expectancy: 11 – 14 years. German dogs belong to the most widespread breeds, both in the world and in our country. In addition to the already known characteristics such as home guards, they are also very common in the field as rescue dogs and search dogs. If you are planning to have a dog that will be your housekeeper and loyal pet, if you take a German Shepherd,…
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PREPARING YOUR DOG FOR BABY – Just as the arrival of a baby in the house causes a change in habits and the establishment of some new rules between mom and dad, so the addition also affects the change in the way pets behave. Believe it or not, pets (especially cats and dogs), as well as older children, have a period of getting used to the baby, which you all have to go through together in order to overcome the lack of attention, jealousy or depression as painlessly as possible. In the following text, we will try to point out…
HOW DO PET BIRDS COMMUNICATE – Birds communicate with each other through body language and voice, but also with their owners. If we observe the position of the tail, eyes, beak and wings, we can find out what the bird wants to tell us. EYES It is a known fact that birds, unlike humans, have the ability to control the dilation and narrowing of the pupil of the eye. In case the eye flickers with the rapid expansion of the pupils at the same time, it means that the bird is very excited and interested in what is in front…
HELP DOGS STAY COOL – All dog owners are well aware of the fact that a dog cools down through its tongue, that is, that like most animals with fur, it cannot sweat, and therefore cannot cool the entire surface of its body. That is why pets tolerate heat and high temperatures much shorter than humans. Cooling with the help of the tongue can work for a while, but when high temperatures are present, caution is necessary so that the health of your pet is not endangered. In case your dog has spent a long time in the sun and…
You must have noticed a cute detail in your dog when you say something to him. Most dogs in this situation tilt their head to one side, as if trying to understand what we are talking about. However, it is not exactly known why they do that, and experts have several different interpretations. One part thinks that dogs do it because we like that action. Dogs are able to understand very quickly when some of their behavior arouses joy or satisfaction in us, so they will repeat such behavior in order to get their treat. The most popular explanation for…
Dog training – in order to make it easier for yourself and your pet to train, it is very important that you do not take for granted all the advice and comments you come across. We recently wrote about basic tips when it comes to dog training, and read below what are the biggest misconceptions when it comes to this endeavor. Even in adult dogs with the problem of unruly pulling of the leash, the best way to get rid of it is to simply bury yourself in the place and pretend to be a tree.If your dog peed on…
Some cat owners claim that their pets like ice cream or similar sweets, but what do scientists say – can cats taste sweet at all? Experts have long claimed that cats can distinguish three types of tastes. These are sour, salty and bitter. But what about the sweet? Can’t cats enjoy sweets? It is true that they can taste sweet, but to a very small extent. This conclusion was reached by examining genes. Namely, two genes are responsible for the taste of sweet. Cats do not have one gene at all, and the other is not sufficiently developed. Another question…
HOW MUCH WATER SHOULD A DOG DRINK – The dog can last three weeks without food, but when it comes to water, not even a few days. Although this seems like a not so important fact, it is still very important to take care of it, especially in warmer periods. A dog, like a human, in order to regularly perform all its vital functions, must take enough water. It is crucial for regulating body temperature, digesting food, separating nutrients from unnecessary ones… Thanks to water, they circulate in the dog’s body and supply the cells with the necessary energy. According…
HE DIDN’T GIVE UP – You should never give up, and an true example of that is a small dog that could not move its hind legs or wag its tail. Regardless of that, he was always cheerful and tried to walk on his front legs, while he dragged his hind legs behind him. They tried acupuncture, after which the tail played a little, then auxiliary wheels instead of hind legs, and then physical therapy. This puppy now walks and runs and does not take off the “smile off his face”.
Breed name: Tibetan MastiffOriginal breed name: TIBETAN MASTIFFAKC list of most popular dogs: 131FCI Classification: Group 2 – Pinschers and Schnauzers, Molossians and Swiss Shepherd DogsOrigin: TibetSize: Large dogAverage life expectancy: 10-12 years The Tibetan Mastiff is considered one of the oldest and most expensive dog breeds in the world. A specific look that resembles a lion’s mane due to its thick fur. Extremely brave, loyal to his human family and an excellent guardian. It barks a lot and requires early training and socialization. ORIGIN The Tibetan Mastiff is one of the oldest breeds of dogs. Evidence of their existence…