Joseph Sabol

Is the BARF Diet Better For Your Dog?

It used to be simple to feed your dog. You would buy some kind of dry dog chow and throw in some table scraps. As veterinary science became more advanced, veterinarians began to study nutrition. They realized that, just as for people, diet has a big impact on overall health. It became clear that grain based, processed dog food was not adequate to support a dogs health. There are now many high quality, meat based... (posted by Joseph 2 years 266 days ago.)

The Dog Days of Summer - Vacation With Your Pooch

Its that time of year again, time for Summer vacation! Summer vacation means something different for all of us, but we all look forward to getting away from work and our everyday routine. Whether your family plans to go camping in the mountains, hit the beach, or fly across the country to visit family, you are probably thinking about bringing the family dog. At one time, this would not have been an... (posted by Joseph 2 years 273 days ago.)

Shocking Dogs - Electronic Dog Collar

So, you have a dog with behavior issues. You've tried everything, but nothing has worked to keep your pooch from chewing the furniture or hosting doggy parties when you're not home. You may have heard about electronic training collars, and you are wondering if this might be the answer. You may figure that an electronic collar may do a better job of getting your dogs attention and making a lasting impression.... (posted by Joseph 2 years 285 days ago.)

Awesome Dogs of the United States Military

After the attack at Pearl Harbor, in 1942, the U.S. Military joined with the American Kennel Club to establish Dogs for Defense. The American Kennel Club recruited dog owners to donate quality canines to the military. The Quartermasters Corps was responsible for supplies, food service and materials management. On March 13, 1942, the Quartermaster Corps of the army took charge of turning these pets into soldiers.... (posted by Joseph 2 years 356 days ago.)

OFA Certification and Hip Dysplasia

If you own a larger breed of dog or are looking for one, you may have heard the term OFA Certified. This refers to the dog's hip joints and is an indicator of potential problems for your dog. Hip problems for any active dog will cause pain and discomfort that will get progressively worse. The unstable hip joint will lead to osteoarthritis. So, what is OFA certification? The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals is... (posted by Joseph 3 years 3 days ago.)

Is a Doberman a Good Family Pet?

Before you decide to add any dog to your family, you need to have a family discussion and determine if you are able to commit the time and energy to your newest member. Any puppy requires a lot of work and you must remember that your puppy will grow up and be with you for many years. If you are thinking about getting a specific breed, chances are, if you have children you wouldn't consider a Doberman Pinscher. ... (posted by Joseph 3 years 41 days ago.)