There have been a lot of articles about dog food since the recall of tainted foods began. Many promote the idea of making your dog's food yourself, and include one or more recipes.

Dogs are undeniably the pet of choice for a lot of people. Their combination of puppy-dog eyes and complete willingness to give unconditional love and loyalty create a combination that’s hard to resist. Indeed, many dog owners treat their dogs like they would their own children.

The best dog food for dogs has been a debate that has been going on for years, and I'm sure the issue won't be resolved for quite some time to come! Some people prefer dry, some people prefer wet and some use a mixture of both, just to be on the safe side. There are pros and cons for both, and the choice is generally up to you as a dog owner.

There are many people out there that are interested in getting a new dog or puppy. Many of these people have never owned a dog and are looking into getting a large dog as their first dog. The idea of having a Rottweiler or Doberman to protect their home often intrigues many.

At some point almost every a parent hears the plaintive cry, "Can I have a dog?" Children naturally love animals and want a pet, and there are some wonderful lessons to be learned from having a dog.

Every dog owner at one time or another is going to have to give their dog medicine, whether it is in a pill or liquid form. Many owners find doing this uncomfortable because it can cause anxiety in some dogs as well as themselves.

Dogs are an integral part of our families. Just like our kids, we want to make sure that they are as healthy as possible. There are a number of dog diseases that all dog owners should be aware of. This article will share with you a few of those illnesses so you won't be caught off guard.

Millions of dogs are brought into veterinarian offices every year seeking treatment for illnesses associated with dog food allergy symptoms.

Aggressive dog behavior is unacceptable because it can lead to serious consequences especially if there are children in the home. A dog adopts aggressive behavior to harm or intimidate a person or another animal.

The cost of owning a dog is always changing based on a variety of factors both in and outside your realm of control. How much your dog visits the vet, which food you buy, the breed specific problems or assets, whether or not you kennel your dog, and his activity level all play a role in how much it costs on average to own a dog.

have two dogs, Sam and Bud. A border collie and a golden retriever. The commercial dog food recall this past year has completely redefined my thinking regarding what I feed my dogs. As most people did, I just dumped generic commercial dog food in their bowls twice a day, and that was it. My duties as a pet owner had been done, or so I thought. However, with this pet food recall, I had to throw out the food I had been feeding them, and I went out and bought another brand. However, the next week, the new brand I was using also recalled the food, so I had to throw that food out also.

Do you find yourself wondering about the perfect gift for that dog owner on your list? Then read on to view my top ten for some good ideas this holiday season.

With all of the media attention given to the American Pit bull Terrier, there are a lot of people who think this dog is a "vicious" animal. For those of us who know the truth, I would like to share the little bit of knowledge I have on the breed and help you to make sure your APBT is safe and happy.

Although an estimated 2,851 mail carriers are bitten by dogs every year in the United States, you don't have to work for the U.S. Postal Service to be a victim. According to the "DogBiteLaw" website, nearly five million Americans
are bitten annually. (Keep in mind there are undoubtedly even more dog bites that aren't reported to authorities.) About 800,000 of those victims require medical treatment. Unfortunately, between fifteen and twenty people actually die from dog bites annually. It's for these reasons that you need to know how to protect you and your family from vicious dog bites!

Some people get dogs for protection or work purposes, but the majority of dog owners have their pets simply for love and companionship. Any dog owner will tell you how much they love their dog, and what a great addition that pet is to their family.