Addison’s disease in dogs is a serious health problem, and it can also hit humans as well as canines. Addison’s disease (hypoadrenocorticism) occurs when the body’s regulation of adrenal gland hormones is altered, because the brain is unable to release adequate amounts of ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone), or because the adrenal glands do not release their […]
Cherry eye in dogs is the layman’s term for prolapse of the gland of the nictitating membrane. In this condition, the protruding mass in the third eyelid is swollen and irritated. It is a pink bulging mass in the corner of your dog’s eye. This is not a life threatening condition but if left untreated, […]
Beyond the Iconic Hair Style. Poodles are one of the most popular dogs not only in terms of households that own them but also as an icon. It’s significant in pop culture being prominent in 50’s fashion. It unfortunately suffers from a preconceived notion that it is a beautiful dog that lacks brains however that […]
Pekingese are a fairly popular dog breed as pets and companions, but like other pets, they need to be trained and housebroken. However, because of certain unique qualities that this breed possesses, dog training can be difficult and it is quite hard to housebreak them. They are often described as lion-like and regal. Despite their […]
Pekingese, like other dog breeds, are proven to be wonderful companions to their owners. It even comes to a point where these pet dogs are treated as family. It is because of this that pet owners always watch out for any dog illness symptoms such as Cushings disease and do their best to protect their […]
Pekingese dogs are a small breed of dogs which are popular among pet lovers. They have a long double coat with a lot of fur on the back of the legs. This type of dog breed also sheds greatly. Because of this, Pekingese usually need to be groomed regularly. For Pekes, dog grooming should be […]
Pekingese – What You Need to Know about This Breed The Pekingese (otherwise known as “Lion Dog”) is a breed that came from China and once was a favorite of the members of China’s Imperial Court. The name of this breed is derived from Peking City, where the Forbidden City is located. The Peke is […]
Any dog owner will tell you their pet loves to bark, but small breeds tend to exhibit dog barking even more than larger ones. There isn’t a conclusive cause for why breeds like Papillons and terriers bark more—maybe it is just to get your attention. Maybe it is to make them seem bigger than their […]
Papillons are a tiny and precious dog breed. And they are almost as healthy as they are adorable. However, like every other dog breed, they have their own particular set of health challenges. Just as large dogs are more susceptible to bloat and hip dysplasia, these small dogs are susceptible to dog eye infection and […]
All dog breeds have distinct personalities but breeds often have behavioral commonalities. Papillons are lovely, loyal dogs as a rule. Fortunately, dog obedience training is not a problem as they are comparatively easy to train. This petite dog breed, originally from France hundreds of years ago, is known for its distinct butterfly ears and large, […]