Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-29 | Word Count: 409 | Views: 57 Grooming is essential to a healthy cavalier King Charles Spaniel. In addition to looking good, regular grooming keeps your Cavalier clean, healthy at the same time prevents problems caused by fleas, ticks, matted hair, uncleaned teeth, excessive buildup of earwax, dirt and bacteria. Grooming a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel may not be very difficult given the fact that these little creatures are extremely social and enjoy constant companionship from humans and other dogs alike.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-26 | Word Count: 393 | Views: 8 Just like humans, there are things a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel needs in order to grow healthy as well as happy. While fashionable clothes and elaborate collars are a great way to pamper your precious pooch, bear in mind that these things come after the most important - healthy diet, regular exercise, proper grooming and care and more importantly, love and attention.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-26 | Word Count: 391 | Views: 25 Despite of this breed's noble history as well as remarkable characteristics as family pet, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can suffer from a number of diseases. In order to avoid or at least lessen the occurrence of any of these diseases, every dog owner should make extra effort to care for this breed so as not to risk their health and longevity in general.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-22 | Word Count: 390 | Views: 53 What comes into your mind when you think of cavalier King Charles Spaniel? When we speak of this breed, what comes first into the minds of most listeners is its origin; given the name King Charles. Indeed Toy Spaniels have been in existence for many centuries and even until now they are still gaining popularity as household pets among many families.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-21 | Word Count: 349 | Views: 75 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - the name seems to sound ancient and noble, right? It was centuries ago when Toy Spaniels became popular pets, especially pets of the royal family. A Blenheim-coated spaniel was the children's pet in the household of Charles I thus named King Charles Spaniel.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-18 | Word Count: 397 | Views: 37 Puppy toilet training is one of the most important trainings in every dog’s life – as well as yours being a dog owner. Having a dog that is not successfully toilet trained means having a poop-scooping and pee-cleaning life. Considering these facts, you indeed have to do something to avoid urine stains in your expensive carpet or piles of poop somewhere under your bed. What you have to do is train your puppy to eliminate at the right time at your designated spot.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-18 | Word Count: 369 | Views: 105 Summer is a great time for you and your family and even your Toy Poodle to go out and have fun under the sun. There are lots of activities you can do to make summer with your dog a memorable one. You and your proud Toy Poodle can conquer the woods together or chill in a family park nearby. Your dog will also love to spend a day with you in the beach - running along the shore as his paws enjoy the coolness of the seawater.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-18 | Word Count: 375 | Views: 81 You wouldn't want to see your Toy Poodles sick, would you? Just like a mother to her a child, every dog owner wants only the best for his dog - proper diet, exercise, regular grooming and protection against diseases. Immunizing dogs against various diseases seem to be a simple and insignificant process. In fact, many dog owners chose not to vaccinate their dogs thinking that the animals will do just fine even without vaccines.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-11 | Word Count: 401 | Views: 125 You consider your house as the safest place for your Toy Poodles but sometimes, dangers can be just right within your pet's reach. Unknowingly, the things you are fond of and you consider of great value and use can cause your dog's life. What I am trying to say is that, household items such as antifreeze, household cleaners and detergents as well as household plants such as chrysanthemum, poinsettia, asparagus fern and daffodil are not safe for your dogs.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-11 | Word Count: 443 | Views: 126 If you enjoy eating chocolate, probably you will remember to give your Toy Poodles their own share of the sweet goodness chocolates offer. A very small tidbit of chocolate won't kill a dog neither cause serious harm to his health. But take note, once your Toy Poodles have tasted chocolate, they will definitely want some more. However, too much chocolate is not good for your dogs - it's bad actually.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-07 | Word Count: 408 | Views: 98 Many people and families consider having Toy Poodles to share their life with. But every owner or soon-to-be owners of dogs should realize that dog ownership requires ten to 15 years or more of commitment. Just like humans, Toy Poodles as well as other dog breeds, need food, water, shelter and nurturing to survive.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-05 | Word Count: 425 | Views: 33 Toy Poodles, along with other Poodle varieties are notable for their keen sense of instinctual behavior such as marking. You may have successfully house-trained your Toy Poodles but at some point in your life, you might see one of your beloved pets lifting his leg and hallowing the furniture. He's not urinating actually, but rather urine marking.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-04 | Word Count: 389 | Views: 145 Based on surveys, the leading causes of death among Toy Poodles are old age and kidney disease. Yes kidney disease! While it affects lots of people around the world, kidney disease is also common in dogs such as Toy Poodles. The kidneys are organs that filter blood to maintain the balance of chemicals, remove the waste products and eliminate them as urine. The kidneys also regulate blood pressure, regulate the production of body fluid and produce hormones that stimulate the production of red blood cells.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-08-04 | Word Count: 394 | Views: 106 It is not unusual to see Toy Poodles dressed in fashionable clothes with fashionable accessories. Nowadays, it seems that everywhere you go, you can see little dogs such as Toy Poodles, Chihuahuas and the likes of these treated as though they are humans. Are you thinking of ways on how to pamper your Toy Poodles? Below are a few great ideas to help you make your pooch feel like little prince or princess.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-07-31 | Word Count: 394 | Views: 72 If you are considering breeding your Toy Poodle or perhaps a breeding does take place without you realizing it, it is important to know the signs of pregnancy to help you determine if Fido is indeed in the family way. Early signs include behavioral changes. Behavioral changes can be noticed in pregnant dogs. These changes include nesting behavior (attempting to make a nest by tearing up papers, blankets, etc.), mothering activity (mothering of shoes, toys, etc.) or an expressed desire to be left alone.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-07-29 | Word Count: 396 | Views: 158 If you are contemplating of having a Toy Poodle in the near future, you should remember that you will be committing to the entire life of your dog. Take note that a Toy Poodle can live for up to 14 to 15 long years. If you are ready for this commitment, then you are indeed ready to welcome Fido as a new member of your loving family. But sadly, based on surveys, more and more dogs have been abandoned every year.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-07-29 | Word Count: 397 | Views: 107 So you want a Toy Poodle, huh? Well, who wouldn't want to own an elegant, lively, small dog with dense yet well-groomed coat? Owning a Toy Poodle can be made through many ways. The first option is usually to purchase a puppy from a Toy Poodle breeder. To ensure high quality puppies, potential owners must remember to purchase from a reputable breeder - not from puppy mills. Another option, considered the most loving option is to rescue or adopt from dog shelters and volunteer groups.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-07-29 | Word Count: 408 | Views: 102 Are you in search of a healthy Toy Poodle? Finding a healthy Toy Poodle is easy provided you know the signs to watch out for. Learn what are these signs... The Toy Poodle should not be more than ten inches at the highest point of the shoulder and weighs six to nine pounds. However, a dog that seems healthy may still be over or underweight.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-07-25 | Word Count: 416 | Views: 55 Owning a Standard Poodle can be a challenging task. It requires a lot of time to care for and groom considering this breed's dense coat that grows on and on just like the human hair does. Besides that, you also have to provide proper nutrition, exercise and training to keep your dog in shape in addition to increasing prices of pet supplies and products. But if you have decided that you are in for a new dog, you have to take careful considerations in choosing your perfect canine friend.
Expert Author: Richard Cussons | Category: Dogs Submitted: 2008-07-24 | Word Count: 352 | Views: 72 Any Standard Poodle will definitely enjoy having a lot of toys to play with. Toys come in all shapes, sizes and materials, that is why choosing the right one can be a challenging task especially if you are not aware of what is good and safe for your beloved Standard Poodle. Before you go out to hunt for that perfect toy to make Fido happy, consider the factors below...
