Articles by Lea Mullins
The Three Different Types of Poodles -
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Lea Mullins
Poodles are divided into three different varieties, the standard, miniature, and toy. The American Kennel Club, a leading authority on dog breeds , delineates the varieties by size. Standard poodles must be over 15 inches at the highest points of their shoulders. Miniature poodles are...
Hunting Instincts in German Shorthaired Pointers -
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Lea Mullins
German Shorthaired Pointers are prized hunting dogs, known for their intelligence and hard-working nature. But apart from that, they are also known for being friendly, outgoing, loyal, and dependable dogs. German Shorthaired Pointers were originally bred from English Foxhounds, English Pointers, and Old Spanish Pointers....
Exercising Your German Shorthaired Pointer -
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Lea Mullins
German Shorthaired Pointers are a rather intelligent, happy and quite energetic. They aim to please their owner and enjoy the family environment. Due to their active nature exercise and training of this breed is extremely important in order to avoid unwanted behavior. They need ample...
Docking the Tail in a Rottweiler -
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Lea Mullins
Tail docking, also known as cropping or bobbing has been a practice that's been around since as early as the 1700s. This procedure typically done to hunting and herding dogs is the act of removing portions of the dog's tail. It is believed to enhance...
5 Tips for Selecting A Rottweiler Breeder -
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Lea Mullins
Watch out for warning signs. A clear sign of unhealthy breeders are those who tend to have more than two different breeds. Usually, those who have multiple dogs breeds intend to sell their dogs to stores. Such breeders are what most people know to be...
Labrador Retrievers - The Most Popular Dog in America, Year After Year -
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Lea Mullins
With a Labrador Retriever, you can never go wrong. As it turns out, Labrador Retrievers are the perfect mix of positive qualities anyone would expect from a pet. Their gentle and outgoing nature comes hand in hand with an eagerness to please their masters. They...
Doberman Training—Train Your Dog for Obedience -
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Lea Mullins
Doberman Pinschers are good pets and protectors when they are well trained. The breed is known for its loyalty and when a Doberman understands that the alpha member of the family is a human being, he or she will be happy in the knowledge of...
Health Concerns in a Golden Retriever -
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Lea Mullins
Dog owners can take all possible measures to care for their pets in the best way that they can, but the truth is some dogs' health concerns are simply genetic. Some illnesses that are quite common to the Golden Retriever breed are hip or elbow...
What Makes Golden Retrievers So Popular -
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Lea Mullins
The initial first impression, when you see a Golden Retriever adult or puppy for that matter is attractiveness, highly affectionate and friendly as well as boisterous, especially when young. They are exceptionally loyal and are eager to please their owner, very playful and are quite...
Eye Stains in Shih Tzus -
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Lea Mullins
Most Shih Tzus have hair that rests around their eyes. This breed, amongst others has been known for tear stains, which is caused by the hair from around the eyes that absorb moisture from the eyes. This generally causes decolonization of the hair from under...
Socialization and German Shepherd Training -
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Lea Mullins
Assuming that all German Shepherd dogs are simply aggressive is perhaps the greatest misconception. While it is true that dogs of this breed have a natural tendency to assume control over situations, people must realize that with proper training, German Shepherds can be taught to...
Is a German Shepherd for You? -
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Lea Mullins
Choosing the right pet for your family takes a lot of planning and adjusting indoor layouts that will puppy proof your home. When looking for the ideal German Shepherd most breeders and other owners believe temperament is the key. They have a balanced temperament which...
Grooming Needs of a Lhasa Apso -
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Lea Mullins
Grooming your Lhasa Apso need not be a challenging task when you start grooming them from a young age. This way they become accustomed to it as a part of their life. Although puppies don't need a lot of grooming but it is useful to...
How To Stop Your Blue Heeler Puppy From Biting -
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Lea Mullins
Blue Heelers come from a long line of Australian Cattle Dogs. In fact, many would find it interesting to know that the name "heeler" comes from their habit of nipping at cattle's feet while herding them. Although Blue Heelers are more commonly known today as...
The Single Most Important Factor For Chihuahua Training -
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Lea Mullins
The most important factor in Chihuahua training , or, for that matter, dogs of any breed, is consistency. Decide upon a training plan early and stick to it. If your dog is not going to be allowed onto the furniture, then he or she should...
Australian Shepherd Training: Common Behavior Problems -
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Lea Mullins
Most people experience some behavioral challenges with their dogs from time to time. The good news is, with a bit of understanding and patience, these issues can be resolved with some Australian Shepherd Training . Aussies are genuinely loyal, alert, extremely intelligent, hardworking and energetic...
Why Should You Dress Your Yorkie? -
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Lea Mullins
Yorkshire Terriers have lived in houses as companion dogs for many years, so these dog breeds are not adapted to living outside in harsh weather any more than their owners are. On a day when you need a warm coat, it's best to put something...
Traveling With Yorkshire Terriers -
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Lea Mullins
Yorkshire Terriers are compact little dogs that make for fantastic traveling companions. Although they are now bred mostly for companion pets and are classified by the AKC (American Kennel Club) as a Toy Breed, the Yorkshire Terrier does have its roots in the Terrier Group....
The Attitude Of A Yorkshire Terrier -
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Lea Mullins
Yorkshire Terrier is one of the most appealing of the small toy dog breeds . They are charming, intelligent and considering their size they are courageous and will defend their territory decisively against much larger dogs. They are highly inquisitive in nature and extremely energetic....
