By far, the people in the United States have more pet dogs than any other population in the world — more than twice as many, in fact. There are more than 60 million pet dogs in the US; the next highest ranking country is Brazil, with about 30 million. There are an estimated 400 million pet dogs…
The Komondor is the dog breed that has the heaviest fur, with a coat that weighs about 15 pounds (6.8 kg). Within the first two years of the dog’s life, this breed generally develops long cords of hair that make it resemble a mop. Komondors have historically served as protectors of sheep and cattle flocks,…
Police dogs can be trained to detect a variety of items through smell, depending on the needs of the specific law enforcement department in which the animals work. Common things that these dogs can be trained to sniff out include narcotics, explosives, blood, weapons and dead bodies. In 1997, the US Secret Service trained its first canine…
Cat owners are statistically more likely to have a college degree than dog owners. In fact, households with at least one degree-holder are about 1.5 times more likely to own a cat than a dog. Despite the education level of their owners, dogs are actually better at reasoning than cats, according to some tests. More…
Dogs chase cats for multiple reasons, including instinct, boredom, annoyance and bad moods and protection of their space, possessions or owner. People often can teach them not to engage in this behavior using positive reinforcements, although it does take a big time commitment. The breed of the animal affects their tendencies and is a consideration…
Most experts think that dogs chase their tails — also known as whirling — for multiple reasons, including boredom, hyperactivity, litter experience and the desire for attention. Other theories assert that the activity comes from the prey drive, stress, discomfort, medical problems or genetics. Much more research is necessary before professionals can say for sure…
Exasperated dog owners often ask this question. Multiple dog owners are just as perplexed as to why one or two of their dogs eat their own poop regularly while the other dogs in the pack never do. Unfortunately, the typical answers usually bring little satisfaction, much less help in getting their dogs to stop eating…
Squeaky toys are a popular gift item for dogs, even if their popularity does not always extend to dog owners. There can be no doubt, however, that most dogs like squeaky toys, especially the ones which resemble real life prey. The idea of capturing and ultimately dispatching a rubberized mouse, complete with squeaks, has an…
Raising a dog, assuming an average life span of 14 years, can cost anywhere between about $4,300 U.S. Dollars (USD) for very basic care to $38,905 USD for super-pampered pets. On average, a well-cared for dog will cost about $12,500 USD to raise. The average figures don’t take into account serious illnesses requiring expensive surgeries,…
When choosing the best dog comb, you should keep in mind what type of fur your dog has. Short bristled combs should be used on dogs with short hair, for instance, while long bristled combs should be used on dogs with long hair. You should also purchase a dog comb that is made from a…
