Animal Shelter Daily Pet Tip Archive

Alaskan Klee Kai

Alternative Names: AKK, klee kai

Country of Origin: U.S.

History: The Alaskan klee kai was developed as a companion dog during the 1970’s through crosses of Alaskan husky, ...Read More...

The Ainu

Alternative Names: Hokkaido-ken, Hokkaido-inu, Hokkaido, Ainu-ken

Country of Origin: Japan

History: The Ainu was bred by the indigenous people of ...Read More...

The Akita

Country of Origin: Japan

History: The Akita is the tallest of Japan’s native breeds. It is believed to be about three hundred years old and was developed as a fighting dog and hunter of large game, as well as a home guardian. In Japan, its image is often used to ...Read More...

Both kids and dogs love to play. It is double the fun when they play together. Here are some simple games that children and dogs can enjoy together while also reinforcing appropriate behavior for both of them: ...Read More...

Canadian Eskimo Dog

Alternative Names: Canis borealis, Qimmiq, Eskimo Dog

Country of Origin: Canada

History: The Canadian Eskimo dog is believed to be an ancient dog that has been used by the Inuit of Canada’s ...Read More...

Looking to start a dog park? Here are some tips:

• Strength in numbers: Form a group with other dog owners. Establish the group as a non profit corporation to demonstrate your commitment.
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You probably play Frisbee with your dog in the backyard, you may not realize that Frisbee is also an organized sport nationally and internationally. The experts call it canine disc, and Frisbee loving dogs are known as disc dogs. Usually ...Read More...

Canine freestyle is a new sport in the dog world. It is also known as dancing with dogs or canine dressage, it consists of a dog and his handler performing a routine choreographed to music. The two main organizations that promote canine ...Read More...

Obedience training can be the tricks and commands you teach your dog in your home. Obedience trials are a popular sport with dogs competing on the regional and national levels. Obedience training is the building block for all other ...Read More...

Conformation shows, also knows as dog shows, started in the UK in the 19th century. The first dog show in the U.S. was held in 1877. Conformation shows are the best known of dog activities. It is a popular participant and spectator activity due ...Read More...