If you feed your dog a healthy, balanced diet, then s/he should not need any multivitamin supplements. Homemade dog food is also great but unknowingly you might skip certain nutrients. Insufficient nutrients will eventually lead to deficiency. Mild inadequacies might not be seen immediately but over a period of time, you will start noticing signs Continue Reading
Welcome to DOG IDEAS – Find Your Perfect Dog
Hi fellow dog lovers, thanks for stopping by!
This place is here because we love our furry little friends and we want the absolute best for them.
If you feel the same (I know you do!) then stick around and become the best dog parent ever.
You will learn all about your new dog and create a wonderful companionship that will last a lifetime.
You are probably here because you:
Are looking for a new dog but need help figuring out which breed is right for you
Have just found the most fantastic puppy but need help finding a cute name for it
Want to learn more about your puppy and what you can expect during puppyhood
Need to know how you can keep your dog safe, healthy and happy during its life
Want to find the right type of food and most delicious treats for your best friend
Have trouble with a misbehaving dog and want to learn exercises and commands
Like to know how you keep your dog clean without traumatizing it in the process
Want the best products on the market that are perfect for your dog and yourself
Teacup Dog Breeds – Are They Right for You?
When we talk about dog breed classification, we often use terms like sight hounds, blood hounds, terriers, etc. In this case, the classification is done on the basis of dogs sharing common characteristics. The teacup and toy group include dogs with one overriding characteristic-they are all small despite the variety in their shapes and Continue Reading
Dog Conjunctivitis – How to Treat It Naturally at Home
Many factors can cause canine conjunctivitis including distemper, viruses, allergies, dirt, trauma, dry eye and chronic illness. KCS or kerato-conjunctivitis in dogs is the dry inflammation of cornea and conjunctiva, usually seen in small breeds. Today, we will be discussing dog eye infection symptoms as well as some home remedies to treat dog Continue Reading
Newborn Baby and Dogs – What to Expect and How to Prepare
Many pet owners give up their pets after they have had a baby. You hear them justify their action by saying things like “Oh, our dog was obsessed with the baby,” or “the dog peed every time we would give our attention to baby-it was getting too much!”, or that the “dog was aggressive towards the baby”. These situations can totally be avoided. Continue Reading
Luxating Patella in Dogs – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Luxating patella in dogs is a painful knee condition; it is also known as trick knee and can come on rather suddenly. This oft-congenital condition is more common in small and miniature breeds and usually becomes prominent in the age of 3 to 4 years. Lhasa Apso, Bichon Frisse and Toy Poodles are known to suffer from this problem. Certain cat breeds Continue Reading
Portuguese Water Dog – The Fisherman’s Helper
Dogs are popular pets and with more than 300 different varieties to choose from; one is literally spoiled for choice. One of the popular breeds is the Portuguese water dog breed. Once obscure, this breed is now an important part of show rings and American households. Thanks to the Obama family, these hypoallergenic dogs are highly coveted by Continue Reading
Spitz Dog Breed – Meet The Smiling Dog
Spitz dogs are of several types- American Eskimo Spits, the Japanese Spitz, Finnish Spitz and even the Italian or German Spitz. A distinguishing characteristic of the Spitz dog breed is its ‘smiling mouth’ and long lifespan; Japanese Spitz dogs are known to live up to 16 years. Let us study the characteristic features, prices, temperament and other Continue Reading
The 20 Most Expensive Dog Breeds in the World
Dog prices vary depending on the country you live in and the breeder from whom you buy your puppy. Costs also depend on the breed. Puppy mills sell puppies priced between $50 and $200 for most breeds but the same puppy would cost $500-$2000 at pet stores. The right price for most puppies is between $300 and $600 for most breeds but some rare breeds Continue Reading