Published on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 by katherine Dogs can’t think, correct?  WRONG.  You always knew it, but now there is proof.  Psychologist Stanley Coren has been researching dogs and their behavior, concluding that they are capable of learning words.  One hundred and sixty five, as a matter of fact!  Coren tested dogs with a modified version of a test used to measure language abilities in children.  N...

Published on Wednesday, May 6, 2009 by admin Pomeranian The Pomeranian came from Pomerania in Eastern Germany. It was a larger dog until the 19th century, when the dog was bred to it's current size, from 8 to 11 inches tall. The foxy look of this dog, along with its pointy ears, gives this dog an endearing face. The most common colors are red, cream, orange, black, sable and black and tan. This dog is smar...

Published on Wednesday, May 6, 2009 by admin Keeshond   The Keeshond is smart, a good watchdog and sociable. He is active, fairly easy to teach and enjoys participating in family activities.   Training Train your Keeshond at an early age. Since he is an intelligent dog, teach him tricks and games that keep his mind active. Socialize him at an early age with other puppies and with friendl...

Published on Wednesday, May 6, 2009 by admin Jack Russell Terrier The Jack Russell Terrier is a bundle of energy, and more! This breed is not suited to apartment living or an inactive lifestyle. You need to keep the Jack Russell involved in every activity the family participates in to make him the happiest. He needs lots and lots of daily exercise. A bored Jack Russell can lead to destruction. Do you have ...