Worms are a common concern for dog owners. They can cause ill health in your pet, so regular treatment is essential to keep them under control.
However when it comes to dog worms symptoms are so much worse if your children become infected.
When choosing a dog it is always important to take your family’s lifestyle into consideration. Just like people, every breed of dog has different behavioral temperaments, personality traits and characteristics that will determine whether or not it is a good match with your family. Read more »
With children, allergy problems related to dogs can become a real source of grief when your kids are begging you for a puppy. Kids and dogs go together so naturally it seems almost unfair to deprive your child of a pet just because of allergies. Fortunately, there are number of “hypoallergenic” dog breeds (also called low-allergy dogs or allergy-friendly dogs) available so your child can enjoy the companionship of a dog without added health problems.
Now that Barak Obama is moving into the white house, he will need to continue the tradition of a White House dog. With a couple of months before they move into their new home, there is plenty of time to choose a canine companion.
The internet is abuzz with what breed the Obama dog will be. With daughter Malia suffering from allergies, this will be a major influence on their choice.
Well, it’s official…the best dog for children is the ever loyal and gregarious Portugese Water Dog! At least its the best dog for Malia and Sasha Obama… Read more »
Kids and dogs are one of those things that just seem to go together, and as anyone who has experienced this unique type of friendship will tell you, there is nothing in this world like the loyalty of a good dog. Read more »
So you have made the all important decision to bring a dog into your life and family! Choosing a dog can be very exciting—but have you decided whether a puppy or older dog would be best for you and your children? Read more »
Children and dogs can be great companions, but what if your dog makes your child itch andsneeze? You can still own a dog in spite of your children’s allergy, but you just need to be more selective on what breed to choose.
The cause of your children’s allergy is usually either the dog’s saliva, hair or dander. Dander is the skin flakes and scurf that’s constantly shed from a dog’s skin. Symptoms of allergy to dogs include red and itchy eyes, a runny congested nose, sneezing and wheezing.
When you ask people what breed of dog they feel is best for a family with children, you will find a good percentage will smile and say, Golden Retrievers. Golden retrievers were not always known as a family companion or as the best dog for kids. Read more »
