Dogs Are Man's Best Friend
Excerpt : Dogs are believed to be descendants of wild wolves. They were the first wild animal to be tamed. Ancient man probably brought home cub wolves to raise as pets. The pet wolves were also useful in
Dogs are believed to be descendants of wild wolves. They were the first wild animal to be tamed. Ancient man probably brought home cub wolves to raise as pets. The pet wolves were also useful in driving away bears and other wild animals. One of the oldest known breed of dogs is the Salukis, which were bred by Egyptians thousands of years ago as hunting dogs. Greyhounds and Dalmatians are also among the oldest breeds
Buy this Art Print at AllPosters.com
Also see :
The Gifts We Give Our Dogs
Whoever coined the phrase, "It's a Dog's Life" wasn't familiar with 21st century dogs. Time was when the average canine slept outside, ate...read more
Dogs And Kids In Hot Cars
On a 78-degree day, the temperature inside a shaded car is 90 degrees, while the inside of a car parked in the sun can reach 160 degrees in...read more
|
documented.
Over the centuries, people have found many ways for dogs to be useful. Dogs helped to pull loads, herd cattle and sheep, and guard their master and the master’s property. The Ancient Greeks developed tiny lap dogs, which were meant to be held in a lady’s lap to help keep her stomach warm. Bulldogs with huge jaws and short noses were developed so they could hang onto the throat of a bull and still be able to
Buy this Art Print at AllPosters.com
breathe. In more recent years, dogs have been trained as seeing eye dogs for the blind. Dogs have also been recruited to work with law enforcement to detect drugs and explosives.
Today many dogs, such as the Poodle or Chihuahua, no longer resemble the wolf. Other dogs, such as the Siberian Husky and the German Shepherd still show a strong resemblance to the wolf. There are many different breeds in existence today, from the
Buy this Art Print at AllPosters.com
short haired Beagle and Boston Terrier to the long haired Cockers and Scotties. The Beagle may be better suited to live in the city, while Setters or Collies may be more comfortable in the country. The tallest dogs are Great Danes and the Irish Wolfhound. They would probably be more comfortable in a place where they had a lot of room to run and play.
In the United States, one out of three families owns one or more dogs. Most
Buy this Art Print at AllPosters.com
Also see :
Rescue Dogs
We have all grown up with at least one hero in our life, but how many people can call their hero Duke or Kiva? The answer- anyone who has had their...read more
Dog Training: How To Understand Your Dog's Mood
Make you puppy training easier and more fun by understanding that your puppy is trying to communicate with you in other ways than barking...read more
|
dogs live anywhere from eight to fifteen years. When dogs are one year old, they are as physically mature as a 15 year old human. Dogs can see some color but not as vividly as humans, thus they are considered color blind. Yet, dogs can see much better in dim light than us. Dogs have us beat in the category of smell, also. Their sense of smell is up to one million times greater than humans!
Regardless of which kind of dog
Buy this Poster at AllPosters.com
you choose- big, little, smooth haired, shaggy, fast, slow, playful or dignified, dogs make wonderful companions. Enjoy their companionship and remember they need plenty of love, attention, and petting to be happy!
Published by: Wendy Yeager
http://www.wenmarcorp.com/dogs-go2
mjy222@hotmail.com
More Dogs Articles
What You Should Know About Your Dog's Sleeping Habits
It’s important to understand your dog’s sleeping habits and how they influence its behavior, particularly when your dog gets disturbed. You see,...
Defense Against Dogs
As a dog trainer and handler many times I get questions from people about how they should defend themselves against a dog attacking them....
Buy this Photographic Print at AllPosters.com
For Dog Lovers Like You and Me
|
sitemap
Partners :
Adsense Paying Keywords | Anime Downloads | WoW Gold | Retro Jordans | Broadband
copyright www.knowaboutdogs.com 2006
|
Recently Added Dogs Articles
Thyroid illness in cats and dogs
Common clinical signs of hypothyroidism in dogs include weight gain, lethargy, reduced exercise tolerance and poor coat quality. However, the disease...read more
Dogs - The Best Tracking Systems
Tips on Choosing the Best Dog Tracking System
Dogs are man's best friend, and this is not an understatement.
This is because man and dogs find...read more
Dog Emergencies - 3 Tips to Help You Save Your Dog's Life
Dogs can also suffer injuries or get sick from a number of diseases, and it can happen at times when a veterinarian is not available and you...read more
The Flea Allergy In Dogs And Cats
Dogs and cats can suffer allergies due to the presence of fleas. The identified cause is the saliva of the fleas, especially when the flea has...read more
Care for your Dog's Ear Problems.
Regular ear care for your dog Routine ear care is very important to the health of your dog. Perform regular checks and cleaning between visits to...read more
.gif)
Flea Control for Dogs
There are many different methods of flea control. If you have a dog, flea control is an important part of being a responsible owner. After all, no...read more
Chocolate and Your Dogs Health--What you should Know
Who can resist Chocolates for Valentine's Day? Your dogs health depends on it! (resisting, that is). We humans get to indulge because most of us know...read more
Pet Nutrition Basics for Dogs & Cats
Good Nutrition is just as essential for your pet’s health as it is for your own health. Your pet needs a balanced diet to help keep him healthy....read more
Hepatitis In Dogs
Hepatitis, a disease of the liver that is seen in several animals, including humans, is caused by a viral infection. Canine hepatitis is caused by...read more
Allergies in Dogs
Does your dog have allergies? It is interesting how dogs experience many of the health issues that humans do, including allergies.
Dog allergies...read more
Some News About Dogs
|
