The Alaskan Malamute is a medium-large to large dog that weighs between 70-95 pounds and measures up to 25″. They are best known as sled dogs and are used to hard work. They ideal for cold climates or homes that will keep them cool and hydrated in hot summers. The Alaskan Malamute has a thick, coarse outer coat and wooly, dense undercoat. They are dressed for cold weather. If you own an Alaskan Malamute and live in a warmer climate, you need to make sure that they have a place to get out of the sun and plenty of water.

They come in a variety of colors including solid white, shadings of light to medium gray, black, sable, and red. In animals with shadings, parts of legs, feet, the underbody, and part of face markings are predominantly white. The AKC does not recognize any other solid colors than white. Read the rest of this entry »

There is an endless list of things to make your Chihuahua dog’s life happy as well as healthy. Some of these things are really necessary while some are just mere decorations. The market for dog stuff is getting bigger and bigger as the demand for these things are increasing. It is important that you are well aware of what comes first in making your Chihuahua dog really happy.

Dog bed

To us humans, our bed is one of the most comfortable places inside the house. Same with dogs, their bed is something they can call their own and where they are safe. When purchasing a dog bed, make sure to consider your dog’s size. Decorations and style doesn’t really matter when choosing which one is right for your dog. Choose one that perfectly fits your dog, not one that is too small for him. Read the rest of this entry »

Training aggressive dog is a thorny issue and has gotten many dog owners vexed over it. Dog aggression can be a serious problem as there are laws and by-laws in different states that demand the punishment of dog owners in the form of court charges. At the same time, should your dog happen to attack and injure anyone, your poor dog would be put down. That said, with proper dog aggression training, the aggression in dogs can be curbed so that they do not turn on strangers and your closed ones. Are you ready to start learning some ‘training aggressive dog’ tips?

Training aggressive dog first requires some basic understanding of why dogs become aggressive. There could be several reasons that accounts for your dog’s aggressive behavior. He/she are territorial animals and may feel that their territories are compromised. Read the rest of this entry »

Keeping track of your dog when it is off it leash can be nerve racking at best. One minute the dog is at your side and the next it is gone. You call but the dog does not return. Panic sets in and you rush about looking everywhere. If you are adjacent to large tracts of wild lands it may take you some time to locate your dog and in some case your best friend is never found. For many people this is like losing a child with all its grief and anguish. Hunting and large dog breeds must be allowed to run. Keeping them on a lead all the time is at best cruelty. New technology in the form of a GPS dog collar that tracks your dog may be the answer.

If you own a hunting dog like a beagle or bear hound that ranges miles from you it can be hard to hear the cry of the chase especially on windy days or if the dogs are in heavy cover. Read the rest of this entry »

An Akita will always make a memorable lasting impression. The combination of size and elegance makes this dog truly distinctive.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The Akita is a large powerful dog: the male is 26-28 inches tall and weighs between 100-125 pounds. The female is a bit smaller. She is 24-26 inches tall and weighs about 70 to 100 pounds.

*Color: No particular color. Akitas can even be pure white. Read the rest of this entry »