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Dog Comedones (Schnauzer Bumps)
Comedone Syndrome, or Schnauzer Comedone Syndrome, is commonly known as Schnauzer Bumps. Comedones or “bumps” are just dog pimples. They aren’t serious and can usually be treated at home. As the name suggests, comedones are mostly seen in Schnauzers and Miniature Schnauzers. But, any breed can be affected by Comedone Syndrome. Table of Contents: What…
Boxer Dog Breed Information
The Boxer is an athletic, short-haired breed that originated in Germany. These fairly large dogs, weighing on average around 70 pounds (32 kg), are intensely loyal to their owners and make great companions for individuals and families. They make excellent guard dogs, though they dislike being left alone. Boxers eventually mellow with age, but they…
Degenerative Myelopathy | Spinal Cord Disease In Dogs
Spinal cord disease in dogs is a serious disease that affects the spinal cord. This disease can limit how a dog walks, his motor control and even the inability to control normal bodily functions. It can be very hard to watch the effects of dogs with spinal cord disease because they might limp or even…
Poodle Dog Breed Information
The term “poodle” refers to a number of breeds of various sizes, from toy to miniature to large (standard), characterized by thick, fluffy fur and pointy snouts. Originally bred as hunting dogs in Germany, their name comes from a word meaning “splash,” owing to their willingness to retrieve game from the water. These dogs are…
I’m a dog. I hate hugs. Get over it!
Some animal studies are lame, like the one that found horses prefer bananas over carrots. Some are inane, like the one that discovered coyotes would indeed kill pet cats they encountered outside. And still, others are not studies at all, but rather one man’s opinion after surfing the internet long enough to look at 250…
Yorkshire Terrier Breed Information
Yorkshire Terriers have an average life span of 12 to 16 years. This breed is susceptible to various congenital and hereditary conditions such as tracheal collapse and portosystemic shunts. There is no way to know for certain if your Yorkie will suffer from any of these illnesses, but the possibility is always there. Every dog…
German Shepherd Breed Information
German Shepherds are amazing dogs, right? All that loyalty and intelligence…what’s not to love? Well, we can think of one thing… The health problems German Shepherds are prone to. These are SERIOUS medical issues that are EXPENSIVE to treat. So what’s a German Shepherd lover to do? GET PET INSURANCE! Table of Contents: Common Health…
Cocker Spaniel Breed Information
Breed Function: Companion, spaniel field trials, bird flushing and retrieving Also known as: Cockers Life span: 10 to 11 years Average Size: 14.5 to 15.5 inches (males) and 13.5 to 14.5 inches (females) Average Weight: 24 to 28 pounds (males and females) Origin: United States (1800s)Read More: Dog Breeds Common Health Issues Temperament Family Cancer…
French Bulldog Breed Information
French Bulldogs originated in France during the 1800s. Most people agree that they were the result of a cross between English Bulldogs and ratter dogs. However, their origin is not clear, some people claim that Frenchies were the result of the cross of a miniature version of the English Bulldog with a French Terrier, while…