Doggy Sense

A Nice Car Ride?

2011-07-12T08:12:00.000-07:00

Wiener dog is suspicious... I can't say I blame em...

Roofing

2011-06-22T11:16:00.001-07:00

Bath Time

2011-05-24T16:23:00.000-07:00

Seems more like a cat then a dog... I thought all dogs loved water?!

First Person To Fall Asleep Gets It

2011-04-17T11:08:00.000-07:00

I knew he shouldn't have been hitting that Jack so hard... He passed right out lol

I Didn't Do It

2011-02-08T14:38:00.000-08:00

I don't know... He looks awful guilty...

Happy New Year!

2011-01-02T19:00:00.001-08:00

Looks like it was a serious bash...

Zombie Dog

2010-12-23T11:20:00.000-08:00

One of those pictures taken at just the right time...

O Dear!!

2010-12-03T17:06:00.000-08:00

I can't believe Ms. Bridges did THAT!!!

Coming Back To Life

2010-10-15T15:45:00.000-07:00

In Redford Michigan owner comes home from work to find his dog alive after being put to sleep.

1 minute 20 seconds

Take That!

2010-09-16T12:00:00.001-07:00

Dog rule! Let's face it folks!

What Are You Looking At?

2010-09-01T10:35:00.000-07:00

Poor puppy : )

So How Do You Want This Thing Prepared?

2010-08-21T13:17:00.000-07:00

For some reason the cat doesn't seem to mind... Might not know what is for dinner?

Scardy Dog

2010-08-08T17:38:00.000-07:00

Poor guy just saw what happened to Old Yeller...

One Stair Case At A Time

2010-07-20T06:55:00.000-07:00

1 minute 9 seconds

Beagle Puppy Vs. Rottweiler

2010-07-14T17:10:00.000-07:00

Lucky for the little dog this rottweiler is a nice one...

When ya gotta go, ya gotta go...

2010-06-24T06:29:00.000-07:00

Show Off!

Nut Shot

2010-06-21T17:04:00.000-07:00

Poor dog shouldn't have jumped at that moment...

Greatest Cupcake Ever!

2010-06-12T11:21:00.001-07:00

Can I have it?! Can I have it... Please!!!

The Saddest Dog In The World

2010-06-11T17:53:00.000-07:00

Poor guy just hates sweaters...

Are They Done Yet?

2010-06-08T17:09:00.000-07:00

Poor dog is skin and bones... Need Food... NOW : )

Talented Terrier

2010-06-05T14:59:00.000-07:00

At first I thought this video was a joke but this Jack Russell Terrier does some pretty cool tricks.

3 minutes 4 seconds

These Dogs Ain't From Around Here?

2010-06-01T18:46:00.000-07:00

I thought this was Hilarious!

Dog Surprises Officer After Being Freed From A Fence

2010-05-29T12:20:00.000-07:00

This poor dog gets caught in a fence after trying to jump over... Watch what happens next : )

Aww... Can You Feel The Love?

2010-05-25T12:03:00.000-07:00

I believe that is a White Pitbull and a Siberian Husky being nice to one another.

Here is a deaf White Pitbull below who still knows her tricks.

29 seconds
One way to find out if your dog is deaf is to see how it reacts when it is sleeping. If you've noticed that when calling it's name you are not getting any response. Try calling its name in a dark room. If your dog still does not respond turn on the light, if it's ears and or head perks up. Your dog may be deaf.

To Taco Bell!

2010-05-22T13:34:00.000-07:00

And make it quick!!!

3 Boxers

2010-05-19T02:59:00.000-07:00

All in the fam, a few of my friends dogs together again.

This Dog Loves A Good Vacuum

2010-05-12T16:57:00.000-07:00

That is one dusty dog!(knee slapper)

42 seconds

Undercover

2010-05-08T12:27:00.000-07:00

Does it get any cooler than these two dogs... I think not...

Pool Side Doggy

2010-04-15T20:09:00.000-07:00

This dog is having the time of its life going down the slide. Dogs do get Swimmers ear just like humans so beware of that. This video is just 24 seconds long.

Certain dog breeds with long, floppy and hairy ears like schnauzers, cocker spaniels, retrievers are more likely to get Swimmers ear.
Canine ear infections can be caused by water (which of course means that dogs who enjoy swimming are more likely to get them), allergies, excessive buildup of ear wax, or foreign bodies like seeds in the ear. Another common cause is parasitic insects such as ear mites. It is safe to use human solution in your dogs ear.
When infected, your dog’s ear will become inflamed and may discharge a black or yellowish fluid. There may also be a foul odor. Ear infections can be irritating and painful; your dog may show his discomfort by obsessively shaking his head, scratching his ears, or rubbing them against furniture or even sometimes your leg.
Common symptoms of dog ear infections can be
frequent scratching of ears and shaking of head,
possible whining, obvious discomfort,
A foul-smelling, pus-filled yellowish or dark discharge.
Dark-colored debris in ear, similar to fine coffee grounds.
You can treat an ear infection at home using a herbal product called Echo Gold. It has an effective natural antibiotic and anti-inflammatory action that fights a dog’s ear infections. It also helps the dog relax.
Want to know how to rid your dog of ear mites? Click here!

Dogs And The Silly Things They Do

2010-04-02T09:13:00.000-07:00

Another video to brighten up your day!

1 minute 30 seconds

I like the skydiving dog.

Music by Queen "Your my best friend"

Communication Is Key?

2010-03-25T18:16:00.000-07:00

Are You Having A Bad Day?

2010-03-20T10:56:00.000-07:00

They Got The Blues

2010-03-17T10:58:00.000-07:00

At least they have someone to cry to...

Funny Dogs

2010-03-15T13:37:00.000-07:00

This should get a laugh out of ya, or at least a smile!

1 minute 20 seconds

Who Doesn't Like Peanut Butter?

2010-03-07T10:00:00.000-08:00

Caught red handed!

Epic Dogs In Slow Motion

2010-03-03T07:49:00.001-08:00

Even if it is a commercial it is still pretty cool... Everything is better in slow motion, even dogs...

The Puppy Transporter

2010-03-01T07:32:00.000-08:00

Every mother's dream!

This Dog Is Ready For The Streets

2010-02-24T14:58:00.001-08:00

That is one cool doggy!

Funny Dog Sign

2010-02-20T15:26:00.000-08:00

Dogs And Polar Bears?

2010-02-17T05:20:00.000-08:00

2 minutes 18 seconds
This is incredible! Dogs and Polar Bears frolicking about and getting along with each other. It's really fantastic to see these enormous Polar Bears playing with these tiny dogs which in essence could crush and kill on a whim but instead they long for attention from the dogs and have fun with it. I assume the Polar Bears are well fed. Although the dog at the end of the video appears a little uncomfortable considering the situation it is in. I still thought it was interesting.

Happy Valentine's Day From This Husky

2010-02-14T19:52:00.001-08:00

Watch as this amazing husky says "I love you", just in time for Valentine's Day!

German Shepherd Rescued From The Los Angeles River

2010-02-11T17:31:00.000-08:00

In case you missed this story like I did, here it is. Last month 50 firefighters responded to a German Shepherd trapped in the Los Angeles River. Lowered in by a helicopter U.S. Firefighter Joe St. Georges risks his own life to save this poor K-9 from the river.

Officials sate that the male dog nicknamed "Vernon" is doing fine.

After the rescue...

1 minute 29 seconds
Vernon is a little shaken up but I'm sure he is relieved to be rid of that situation. Found with no tags and no microchip the owner is unknown?
I for one do not agree with implanting dogs with microchips. It seems a bit inhumane and unnecessary doesn't it? What do you think?

Beagle

2010-02-09T20:31:00.000-08:00

Beagle's are small to medium sized dogs. Which are my favorite kind of canine. Big dogs can be harder to handle and can cost a lot more to maintain and feed.
Beagles have been around for what is said to be over 2,000 years but the more modern breed, came from Britain around the 1830's including the Talbot Hound,the North Country Beagle,the Southern Hound and possibly the Harrier.
Beagles are intelligent, but as a result of being bred for the long chase are single-minded and determined, which can make them hard to train. They are generally obedient but can be difficult to recall once they have picked up a scent and are easily distracted by smells around them. They do not generally feature in obedience trials; while they are alert, respond well to food-reward training, and are eager to please, they are easily bored or distracted.
Although Beagles are bred for hunting, Beagles are versatile and are nowadays employed for various other roles in detection, therapy, and as family pets as well.

Beagles are used as sniffer dogs for termite detection in Australia and have been mentioned as possible candidates for drug and explosive detection.Because of their gentle nature and unimposing build, they are also frequently used in pet therapy visiting the sick and elderly in hospitals. In June 2006, a trained Beagle assistance dog was credited with saving the life of its owner after using his owner's mobile phone to dial an emergency number! In the aftermath of the 2010 Haiti Earthquake a Beagle search and rescue dog with a Colombian rescue squad was credited with locating the owner of the Hotel Montana who was subsequently rescued after spending 100 hours buried in the rubble.
Beagles have an expectancy of 12-15 years which is typical for a dog it's size.

Regulate what you feed a Beagle for it will eat as much as it can handle and can cause health problems and become overweight.
Beagles may be prone to epilepsy(which can be controlled with the right meds), Hypothyroidism, hip dysplasia, immune mediated polygenic arthritis(which can be fixed with steroids).

Their long floppy ears can mean that the inner ear does not receive a substantial air flow and the moist air may become trapped. This can lead to ear infections for other dogs with the same long floppy ears. Beagles may also be affected by a range of eye problems; two common ophthalmic conditions in Beagles are glaucoma and corneal dystrophy. "Cherry eye", a prolapse of the gland of the third eyelid and distichiasis, a condition in which eyelashes grow into the eye causing irritation, sometimes exist; both these conditions can be corrected with surgery. They can suffer from several types of retinal atrophy. Failure of the nasolacrimal drainage system can cause dry eye or leakage of tears onto the face.
Beagles may exhibit a behavior known as reverse sneezing, in which they sound as if they are choking or gasping for breath, but are actually drawing air in through the mouth and nose. The exact cause of this behavior is not known, but it is not harmful to the dog.
The Beagle has an even temper and gentle disposition. Described in several breed standards as being "merry", they are amiable and generally neither aggressive nor timid. They enjoy company, and although they may initially be standoffish with strangers, they are easily won over.
Beagles are excellent with children and this is one of the reasons they have become popular family pets, but they are pack animals, and can be prone to separation anxiety.

Alongside the Bloodhound, the Beagle has one of the best developed senses of smell compared to any dog. In the 1950s, John Paul Scott and John Fuller began a 13 year study into canine behavior. As part of this research, they tested the scenting abilities of various breeds by putting a mouse in a 1-acre (4,000 m²) field and timing how long it took the dogs to find it. The Beagles found it in less than a minute, while Fox Terriers took 15 minutes and Scottish Terriers failed to find it at all. Beagles are better at ground-scenting (following a trail on the ground) than they are at air-scenting, and for this reason they have been excluded from most mountain rescue teams in favor of collies, which use sight in addition to air-scenting and are more biddable. The long ears and large lips of the Beagle probably assist in trapping the scents close to the nose.

Golden Retriever Saves Young Man From A Cougar

2010-02-04T14:52:00.000-08:00

Amazing story of a kid and his dog "Angel". 11 year old Austin went out for fire wood and was nearly mauled by a cougar. Instead his trusty dog Angel defends his owner by getting in between the cougar and the 11 year old Austin. He is lucky to be alive! If it wasn't for his dog Angel, who knows what could have happened?

6 minutes 33 seconds

On The Way To The Vet

2010-02-03T11:00:00.000-08:00

This German Sheppard really doesn't wanna get fixed! Can you blame him?

Scuba Doggy

2010-02-01T20:35:00.001-08:00

This dog is ready to go diving ASAP.

Puppy Power!

2010-01-31T10:09:00.000-08:00

German Shepherd playing with puppy.

48 seconds
I believe the puppy may be a Teacup Chihuahua but I'm not positive?

German Shepherd

2010-01-27T12:54:00.000-08:00

The German Shepherd was the first dog ever to be used as a guide dog for the blind. German Shepherd Dog also know as Alsatian,Berger,Allemand,Deutscher,GSD,Schäferhund and Schäfer.

Today the German Shepherd is one of the most popular breeds in the world. This breed was developed in the 19th century by Max Von Stephanitz.
The German Shepherd can weigh anywhere from 65-95 lbs. Males grow 24-26 inches in height and females anywhere from 22-24 inches. The jaws are strong, with a scissor-like bite.

They are very alert,energetic,curious, very intelligent(considered to be third among the smartest of breeds),bold, hard working,highly adaptable and extremely agile with great stamina and endurance. Although they are very weary of strangers. The German Shepherd does not like to be left alone for extended periods of time. They learn quickly but do not respond well to harsh training. Like many dogs you just have to be patient.
Daily brushing is encouraged to prevent the dog from shedding especially during certain seasons.
They are exceptionally talented in tracking, schutzhund, agility, obedience, fly-ball, and ring sport. The German Shepherd is often used in police work, search and rescue, as a guide for the blind, and military work.

They get along great with other animals and children when raised with them. Take note though, an Australian report from 1999 (over ten years ago) provides statistics showing that German Shepherd Dogs are the breed third most likely to attack a person in some Australian locales.
In the United States, one source suggests that German Shepherd Dogs are responsible for more reported bitings than any other breed, and suggest a tendency to attack smaller breeds of dogs. Take into consideration though that the German shepherd represent a higher proportion of the population than other breeds and because of the use of German Shepherd Dogs as protection, may sway the numbers a bit.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which advises on dog bite prevention and related matters, states "There is currently no accurate way to identify the number of dogs of a particular breed, and consequently no measure to determine which breeds are more likely to bite or kill."
German Shepherds are prone to such health issues as blood disorders, chronic eczema,
digestive problems, elbow and hip dysplasia,
epilepsy, flea allergies .

Teaching Your Dog To "Leave It"

2010-01-26T14:43:00.000-08:00

I think teaching your dog to leave something alone is a pretty important. So here is a video that may help you.

5 minutes 13 seconds

Dog Attacks It's Own Foot

2010-01-24T12:11:00.000-08:00

If you have not seen this than your in for a real treat. This Golden Retriever must be playing around because it tends to think it's paw is trying to take it's bone away? Makes me laugh every time!

Balancing Act

2010-01-22T06:40:00.001-08:00

This dog can balance the ball pretty well on his snout. Sure he may need the fence a couple times but does fairly good in my opinion.

33 seconds

Guilty Dog

2010-01-20T11:12:00.000-08:00

I don't know what this dog did... but I am gonna find out!

Rid Your Dog From Ear Mites

2010-01-19T03:40:00.000-08:00

7 minutes 26 seconds
It is recommended to see your Vetinarian for these kind of treatments, although we all know how expensive that can be. The way she explains it in this video seems to be pretty simple. She says almost everything twice and in great detail. Do not use a Q-tip on your dogs ears for this procedure or while cleaning the dogs ears(My personal recommendation). Make sure the dog does in fact have mites. Of course be gentle and be careful.

Worthless Laptop

2010-01-15T12:30:00.000-08:00

I thought this was pretty funny, lady finds some kind of use for her previous laptop.

1 minute 35 seconds

Skidboot The Amazing Dog

2010-01-08T21:17:00.000-08:00

From charity to performing on the Oprah show,Jay Leno, this dog gets around. Leads horses around but there is a down side to this story, Skidboot is going blind.

Owners And Their Dogs

2009-12-28T09:16:00.000-08:00

55 seconds
Except for the last one, thats not a dog!

Dog Slide

2009-12-27T17:02:00.000-08:00

Either this dog likes to scratch it's back or loves sliding down this hill.

19 seconds

Christmas Dogs

2009-12-24T15:47:00.000-08:00

The Salsa Dog

2009-12-22T15:19:00.000-08:00

1 minute 27 seconds
This golden retriever is impressive and funny!

Tillman The Skatebording Bulldog

2009-12-19T17:13:00.000-08:00

Somewhere in California. This dog loves to skate and I think he may be better than me!

1 minute 28 seconds

Two Legged Tricks

2009-12-18T14:46:00.000-08:00

This Border Collie pulls off some pretty good tricks. Especially near the end of the video.

1 minute 52 seconds
I like how the dog can go backwards on it's hind legs.

Puppy Tries To Mimic Owner

2009-12-14T13:17:00.000-08:00

This puppy does a pretty good job duplicating the sounds of this owners whistle.

31 seconds

French Bulldog

2009-12-13T16:20:00.000-08:00

This cute little French Bulldog can't roll over and get up on all fours.

50 seconds
I kept expecting a hand near the end of the video to help the poor puppy.

Poor Doggy

2009-12-10T11:25:00.000-08:00

It is kind of cute though.

Before And After

2009-12-06T23:28:00.000-08:00

Dry or wet, the difference is clear and kind of funny.

Teach Your Dog How To Ring A Bell

2009-12-03T10:59:00.000-08:00

Teaching them to ring a bell letting you know that they need to go outside is a great trick.
To teach a dog to do anything is usually is quite the task but as long as you don't give up, you should be fine. Patience and persistence is needed while training any dog. So good luck!

4 min 31 sec

Grease Dog Show

2009-11-28T18:02:00.000-08:00

I thought it was great when the dog walks backwards! Amazing. Well trained dog. John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John song from the movie Grease "Your the one that I want"

Boxer

2009-11-28T16:39:00.000-08:00

By both the public and the veterinary associations, cropping of the ears and docking of the tail is prohibited in many countries around the world. It's like getting your cat declawed or having them neutered or spayed. Unlike the late Bob Barker which was famous for his saying on the show The Price Is Right "Help control the pet population. Have your pets spayed or neutered". I don't believe in this practice. Unless it is absolutely necessary. Just my feelings on the whole issue.
The Boxer typically is a short-haired breed, with a shiny, smooth coat that lies tight to the body.
They have broad short skulls and their most distinctive feature is their head. With a square muzzle which is in perfect proportion to the skull. Folds are always present from the root of the nose running downwards on both sides of the muzzle, and the tip of the nose should lie somewhat higher than the root of the muzzle. The lower jaw of a Boxer should protrude beyond the upper jaw and bend slightly upwards in what is commonly called an underbite or undershot bite.
The name Boxer is said to be derived from the breed's tendency to play by standing on its hind legs and mimicking a boxing motion with their front paws.
Health issues include cancer,heart conditions,Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (Boxer Cardiomyopathy),hip displasia,degenerative myelopathy,epilepsy,gastric dilatation,torsion,intestinal problems. Boxers also get allergies which could be caused by a bad diet.
Entropian is another problem that faces Boxers which is a malformation of the eyelid requiring surgical correction, can be occasionally seen, and some lines have a tendency toward spondylosis deformans, a fusing of the spine or dystocia.
It is said to be a bad idea to exercise Boxers too much when they are younger. It may cause damage to growing bones. Although it is important to keep them in shape, just don't over do it.
Because of their brachycephalic head, they do not do well in certain conditions where there is intense heat or humidity. It is not recomended to exercise in these conditions.

Dog Takes Matters Into His Own Paws

2009-11-27T13:08:00.000-08:00

This is crazy. The dog jumps into the water to attack a shark that his owner had just caught and tries to drag it ashore.

48 seconds

This Dog Is Awesome

2009-11-26T01:00:00.000-08:00

1 minute 54 seconds
This video was not what I thought it would be but it is entertaining and sort of funny.

Bloodhound

2009-11-24T18:52:00.000-08:00

Bred originally to hunt deer and wild boar these dogs are used now to track human beings by their scent. Bloodhounds are known for their special ability to follow scents for hours, even a full week over great distances. Commonly used by police and law enforcement all over the world to track escaped prisoners, missing persons, and even missing animals. Other breeds of scent hounds are English Foxhound, American Foxhound, Coonhound, Swiss Jura Hound, Bavarian Mountain Hound and many others.

A common misconception is that bloodhounds run in packs tracking down the scent. Sometimes this may be the case in places like England but in North America bloodhounds are used as solitary trackers. When Bloodhounds are on a trail they usually are silent and do not bark or howl as other scenthounds. The original use of the bloodhound as a leash-hound is to find the scent but not disturb animals or let prisoners know that the Bloodhound is on their trail. This requires silent trailing.

The bloodhound can follow a scent left several days into the past. Under optimal conditions, a bloodhound can detect as few as one or two cells. The bloodhound's nasal chambers larger than those of most other breeds. The large, long pendent ears serve to prevent wind from scattering nearby skin cells while the dog's nose is on the ground; the folds of wrinkled flesh under the lips and neck are called the shawl and serve to catch stray scent particles in the air or on a nearby branch as the bloodhound is scenting, reinforcing the scent in the dog's memory and nose.
Bloodhounds can weigh anywhere from 33 to 50 kg (80 to 110 lb), although some individuals can weigh as much as 72 kg (160 lb). They stand 58 to 69 cm (23 to 32 inches) high at the withers.
I think owning a Bloodhound would be a good idea, it would be great to have a Bloodhound around in case a loved one turned out to be missing!

The Pool Playing Dog

2009-11-17T17:31:00.000-08:00

I bet your dog can't do this... Hell he might even be better than me at pool!

Dog Is Happy Soldier's Home!

2009-11-13T15:44:00.000-08:00

This dog just can't contain its excitement after seeing his owner return from the war in Afghanistan. Very heartwarming video...

Don't Let Another Dog Be Put To Sleep

2009-11-12T17:04:00.000-08:00

Visit your local Humane Society today and help dogs like this one live another day...

Well Trained Doberman

2009-11-10T06:00:00.000-08:00

This child is actually able to take food from it's bowl and the Doberman does nothing about it. This is a very good dog.

29 seconds

Dog Show bei der Privathengstschau Verden 2009

2009-11-07T08:34:00.000-08:00

This video is more uplifting than the last. This trainer has fun pleasing the crowd with the tricks he has taught his dogs and makes quite a show of it. Absolutely fantastic,funny and clever! Enjoy...

5 minutes 25 seconds

Narcolepsy In Dogs?

2009-11-04T11:36:00.000-08:00

Poor dog. I feel sorry for it.

1 minute 48 seconds
I didn't know dogs could have narcolepsy?

Cute Chihuahua Puppies

2009-11-03T01:06:00.000-08:00

These Chihuahua puppies might be mixed but I'm not really sure with what? 22 days old and they are beginning to wobble around and walk.

2 minutes 37 seconds
I love puppies, it's when they get big that I just want the puppy back. But it's all worth it when it's over.

Happy Halloween!!!

2009-10-31T00:00:00.000-07:00

Great Halloween costumes for these very patient dogs. Just getting them to wear these costumes must be a task in it's self?

3 minutes 21 seconds

Funny Laugh!

2009-10-29T23:22:00.000-07:00

Shows it's evil Grin the best it could. I think the owner just couldn't take it and busted out laughing. I still think it's funny though. It at least puts a smile on my face.

9 seconds
Nice teeth!

Pembroke Corgi

2009-10-24T18:08:00.000-07:00

Originating in Pembrokeshire Wales.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is one of two breeds known as the Welsh Corgis.
As far back as the 10th century, corgis were originally bred for herding sheep, bulls, horses and cattle and are the oldest herding breed. The Pembroke when bred correctly have proven themselves to be excellent companions. They are good watchdogs because of their alertness and their tendency to bark. Pembroke's are typically outgoing, friendly dogs that can be good with children as well.
Pembroke's vary in the colors of red, sable, fawn, or even tricolor. Which tricolor is considered black and tan with white makings by the AFC(American Kennel Club).
Low down to the ground they range anywhere from 10 to 12 inches(25 to 30 cm). 12 to 15 inches in length(30 to 38 cm). Weighing about 27 pounds(12 kg) in their peak condition. Females weighing about 5 pounds less than the males normally.
Their undercoat sheds continuously all year round, with extensive seasonal shedding occurring at least twice each year. There can also be extensive shedding of coat in females after the weaning of pups, after a heat, or when a female is spayed.
Popular belief is the volume of shedding fur can be significantly reduced by feeding it quality food and make sure to brush the dog regularly.
Due to the length of it's spine the Pembrokes tend to have arthritis early on in it's life, it especially happens to the ones that are overweight.
Usually are very easy to train. Be careful though, they tend to become overweight easily if not taken care of properly. Feeding and exercising correctly will keep this particular dog in tip top shape.
Ranked #11 In The Intelligence of Dogs and considered to be very good work dogs.
Favored by British royalty for more than seventy years.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are famed for being the preferred breed of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The II.
Typically the Pembroke lives anywhere from 12 to 14 years and possibly longer.
Corgis are at risk of developing a disease called degenerative myelopathy or DM. Research regarding DM is underway, and a test for DM has been developed and is available through the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Don't worry though it is not contagious but it may be passed down to the next generation genetically. There is a free test for dogs over age 10 on the OFA site.
Like most dogs it has the possibility of getting hip dysplasia. It could also have eye disorders,clotting disorder.

Golden Retriever

2009-10-23T12:08:00.000-07:00

These lovable dogs are great for a house pet. Historically developed they were bred to have a soft mouth to retrieve game undamaged and have an instinctive love for water. They are very intelligent and versatile making it easy for them to do a number of things.
They can detect illegal drugs,search and rescue,they can be used for hunting,guide dogs and are the most popular as far as being a great family dog(by registration)in the world. Their eager demeanor and friendly attitude makes them pleasant to have around in almost any situation. Although with their kindness,trusting and gentle disposition they are not very good at being guard dogs.
The typical Golden Retriever is calm, naturally intelligent and biddable, with an exceptional eagerness to please.
Golden Retrievers have been known for their intelligence ranking #4 by Stanely Coren's The Intelligence of dogs. They are one of the brightest dogs ranked by obedience command and trainability. These dogs are also renowned for their patience with children.
Adult Golden Retrievers love to work, and have a keen ability to focus on a given task. They will seemingly work until collapse, so you should take care and avoid overworking them.
When these dogs reach maturity they will be active and fun-loving animals with exceptional patience and can be trusted if trained correctly to sit quietly for hours in a hunting blind.

The original cross was in Scotland at at "Guisachan" of a yellow-colored Retriever and a Tweed Water Spaniel but unfortunately the Tweed Water Spaniel's are now extinct.
Golden Retrievers were first accepted for registration by the Golden Kennel Club of England in 1903.
Then in 1913, the Golden Retriever Club was founded.
In 1920 the name "Golden Retriever" was finally made official.
They are also known to become excellent surrogate mothers to different species. Kittens and even tiger cubs from zoos are well taken care of by golden retrievers. In some cases, a retriever may produce milk for its adopted even though it may not have been pregnant or nursing recently.
They do very well in small living areas of at least 500 sq. feet.While the breed is recognized for its vitality, many retrievers are susceptible to specific ailments. A responsible breeder will proactively minimize the risk of illness by having the health of dogs in breeding pairs professionally assessed and selected on the basis of complementary traits.
Hip Dysplasia is very common with the Golden Retriever.
The first three dogs ever to achieve the AKC Obedience Champion title were Golden Retrievers.
All in all I would definitely recommend buying a Golden Retriever for you and your family.

Dog Fetus

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The final development of a dog in the mothers fetus 55 days in.

Dog In Seatbelt

2009-10-17T15:18:00.000-07:00

I don't know... I love dogs and all, but isn't this going a little too far?!

Invisible Dog Walk In Brooklyn

2009-10-09T12:59:00.000-07:00

Over 2,000 people walked invisible dogs down the streets of Brooklyn on a Sunday afternoon. The leashes were on loan from the current owner of 51 Bergen Street, the factory where the "invisible dog" toy was invented in the 1970s. Participants of all ages spread out anywhere from Red Hook to Brooklyn Heights, walking their invisible dogs. Hilarious!

Poor Poodle

2009-09-28T18:40:00.000-07:00

Strange haircut and coloring.

Cute Dog

2009-09-27T12:23:00.000-07:00

Did u know that dog don't sweat, they pant which means that this dog is a little warm... I wonder why : )

Detroit Dog

2009-09-25T10:19:00.000-07:00

Nice dog wearing my Detroit Red Wings hat. The owner for some reason named him Demon?

Greyhound

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Greyhounds are known for their speed and agility hence the greyhound bus Co. They are excellent race dogs. They are also good at hunting, sighting, and being watchdogs. Flexible spines that are curved with long sleek bodies. They have dark eyes and small ears that fold back. Greyhounds can run as fast as 40-45 (70 km) miles per hour! They have smooth coats that vary in colors black, white, gray, red, fawn, fallow, brindle, and blue. Short fine coats that are easy to groom combing at least once a week. Rub down it's coat with a chamois cloth to give it an added gleam. Their skin is very sensitive and tears easily so you may want to check with your veterinarian before using flea-killing products on your pet.

Greyhounds are gentle, sensitive, loyal, and brave animals. Great with children and are very obedient. When in public places it's probably a good idea to keep your greyhound on a leash for they are usually tempted to chase things. Easy to train but you do not have to be firm with the greyhound for it to learn. A gentle approach is the best way.
The best way to feed the greyhound is two small meals a day, rather than one very large meal.
Greyhounds are usually prone to bloating and are sensitive to drugs and insecticides.
They may also be allergic to certain anesthetics. Greyhounds are one of the few breeds that typically do not suffer from hip dysplasia. The life expectancy is usually about 10-12 years.
This breed most likely descended from the Middle East or Europe and was noted as an excellent hunting dog.

Alley Oop Dog

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38 seconds

Muddy Dog

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31 seconds

Fishing Dog

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53 seconds

Smart Dog

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1 minute 22 seconds

Dog On The Computer

2009-09-17T09:36:00.001-07:00

I don't know about you, but that dog looks awfully guilty to me...

Doggy Wants To Play

2009-09-16T10:07:00.000-07:00

57 seconds

Amazing Dog!

2009-09-15T10:01:00.000-07:00

16 seconds

Cute

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First Dogs To Survive Orbital Flight

2009-09-13T08:49:00.000-07:00

The first living dogs to survive orbital flight Belka ( Squirrel) and Strelka (Little Arrow) along with 40 mice 2 rats and a variety of plant life.
Korabl-Sputnik-2 (Spaceship Satellite-2) Sputnik 5, was launched on August 19, 1960 by the Russians.
Strelka later gave birth to six puppies, one of which was given to Caroline Kennedy, daughter of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, by Soviet premier Nikita Khrushchev.
Mosscow has a museum called the Memorial Museum Of Astronautics were the two dogs are preserved.

A Dog And Its Toy

2009-09-10T11:48:00.000-07:00

Anyone know what kind of dog this is? I have seen it a million times, but can't seem to remember what it's called!

Here Boy!

2009-09-08T15:54:00.000-07:00

I don't know whether to be happy or start running! That dog has a crazy look in his eyes!