Japanese Dog Breeds That Are Popular in America...

Japanese dog breeds such as the Shiba Inu, Japanese Terrier, Japanese Spitz, Hokkaido, Japanese Chin, and Akita Inu are very popular in America. Americans were introduced to Japanese dog breeds in the early part of the twentieth...

Best Dogs for Kids – Breeds that Parents Should ...

If you are a parent and wish to become a pet parent by bringing home a dog then the first question you should ask yourself is – what are the best dogs...

Basenji – A Dog Breed That Does Not Bark!...

The Basenji is a barkless dog; it does not bark it “barroos”; yes that is the kind of sound that comes out of its throat when it attempts vocal communication. The breed’s origin can be traced to Central Africa – the Congo region to be precise, where it was used to hunt in old thick forests with dense undergrowth. One theory as to why the Basenji does not or cannot bark is that this and similar breeds were...

Top 10 Most Dangerous Large Dog Breeds...

In a study that was currently carried out, it was determined that there were up to 4.7 million dog bite cases in every given year in the US. Another study confirmed that at least a thousand Americans are treated on daily basis in emergency rooms from dog bites and sadly, a greater portion of these victims were children who were mostly injured on their faces. In the year 2006, 30 persons were reported to have died of fatal...

Pet Dog Safety Tips For Air Travel...

At the very outset of this article, we must be clear that pets are best kept away from air travel – it’s no different for pet dogs. Inspite of our best intentions and preparations, every year pets suffer stress and injuries when traveling by air and commercial airlines accept absolutely no liabilities. If at all you have to transport your pet dog by air, be sure to take all the necessary precautions. This article focuses...