Published on Monday, January 25, 2010 by admin Dobies are generally healthy, but like all breeds, they're prone to certain health conditions. Not all Dobies will get any or all of these diseases, but it's important to be aware of them if you're considering this breed. If you're buying a puppy, find a good breeder who will show you health clearances for both your puppy's parents. Health clearances prove that a d...

Published on Monday, January 25, 2010 by admin DILATED CARDIOMYOPATHY Dilated cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle in which it becomes progressively weaker and enlarged. Eventually affected dogs die from heart failure. Early signs might include depression, coughing, exercise intolerance, weakness, respiratory distress, decreased appetite and even fainting. Sudden death may be the first clue that some...

Published on Monday, January 25, 2010 by admin There are three typical styles of Doberman Ear Cropping, these include military, medium, and show dog length. The shortest cropping is the military cropping which features the smallest ears with the widest base. The second style is slightly longer than the first and resembles more of a bat shaped ear. The show dog style is both the longest and narrowest of the thre...

Published on Monday, January 25, 2010 by admin Doberman Pinschers or Dobie, which have been know as excellent guard dogs for many years, are listed on the American Kennel Club's list of top twenty dog breed in the United States. The popularity of this beautiful, intelligent breed of dog has put it on this list for many years. Although Doberman pinschers are very popular, they are also generally a very healthy bree...

Published on Monday, January 25, 2010 by admin By Jean Dodds I would like you to be aware that all 27 veterinary schools in North America are in the process of changing their protocols for vaccinating dogs and cats. Some of this information will present an ethical and economic challenge to veterinarians and there will also be skeptics. Some organizations have come up with a political compromise suggest...

Published on Saturday, January 23, 2010 by admin So you want to put your dog through guard dog training? What kind of dog do you have? Some breeds are better suited to be a guard dog than others. A chihuahua, for example, wouldn't be the best candidate; it's too small and weak to be truly intimidating. But a Great Dane on the other hand, wouldn't be a great candidate either; despite their great size, they're gentle ...