Do Humans and Dogs Have an Innate Bond?

Do Humans and Dogs Have an Innate Bond?

Humans and dogs have been living together for a very long time, ever since dogs became the first domesticated animals around 15,000 years ago. Today, both populations are exploding, and the number of stray dogs has become increasingly problematic. Scientists estimate that there are 300 million stray dogs on the planet. Remarkably, these strays know…

What Should I Consider When Getting a Pet Dog?

What Should I Consider When Getting a Pet Dog?

Having a dog can be a rewarding experience for you and your family. At the same time, your adorable canine companion could turn out to be a living nightmare. Remember that a dog’s life spans over 15 to 20 years, so getting one requires a lifelong commitment. Consider the following factors before you decide: 1….

How do I Sponsor a Dog?

How do I Sponsor a Dog?

The first step that a person needs to take to sponsor a dog is to find a shelter, rescue group, rehab center, or program for pets that need the support of individuals. Individuals can often select the dog they would like to sponsor. Most places that receive donated money have paperwork or an application that…

Why Is a Dog Named Hachiko a Symbol of Loyalty in Japan?

Why Is a Dog Named Hachiko a Symbol of Loyalty in Japan?

Dogs might be man’s best friend, but an Akita in Tokyo also proved to be one man’s most loyal commute companion. Most folks in Japan know the story of Hachiko, the pup who waited at Shibuya Station every day for his owner, university professor Hidesaburo Ueno, to return home – and kept doing so for…

Are Dogs Any Good at Psychoanalysis?

Are Dogs Any Good at Psychoanalysis?

Therapy dogs might seem like a recent innovation, but one of the world’s greatest psychologists understood the potential benefits of having a puppy tend to patients. Sigmund Freud, the Austrian “father of psychoanalysis,” sometimes allowed his pet Chow Chow, Jofi, to hang out in his office when he was treating patients. While Freud thought the dog…

What is a Dog Run?

What is a Dog Run?

A dog run is either a private or public fenced off area in which a dog can be kept confined and get exercise. Since most dogs will get into just about anything, a private area keeps them safe from potential hazards such as poisonous plants, chemicals, or the street. A public dog run, on the…