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General Information

The origin of the canine can be traced back with some certainty to the Eocene Miacids that existed nearly 55 million years ago. The modern day dog evolved from the Canoidea line (a coyote type of dog) that existed around 38 million years ago, which again evolved into a fox-like animal (the Leptocyon) and then into a wolf-like animal (the Tomarctus) about 10 million years ago. The Tomarctus was apparently native to the North American continent, and from there began expanding throughout the various parts of the world. The dog like Tomarctus was a dog-like carnivore that eventually evolved into the modern day dog.

Modern day evidence suggests that the dog is the closest relative to the wolf - experts have deduced this information based on genetics and behavior patterns.

These wolf like animals became domesticated as humans began raising the wolf pups as tame and social animals. Humans probably interacted more with these animals because of the shared interest in the same types of prey and habitats. Eventually these pups became dependent on the humans for food and adapted to living with humans. The modern day domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) is a descendent of these early wolf-pup domestications beginning around 10,000 BC.

Scientific Information

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Subphylum: Vertebrata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Carnivora
Family: Canidae
Genus: Canis
Species: C. lupus
Subspecies: C.l. familiaris

Character Information

The dog has long been considered as "Man's best friend." When dogs are properly cared for from the time they are puppies, they will grow to live a good healthy life. Proper care and attention will earn you undying loyalty from your canine friend.

Dogs are primarily different from other household pets for two main reasons: social attachment to humans, and physical temperament

Dogs are social creatures - they bond they form with humans is uncommon to other domesticated animals. Their friendly and protective natures make them ideal companions to humans.

Dogs are varied in their temperaments and have been bred to enhance specific characteristics. Because of their varied physical sizes and temperaments, it is very common for a pet owner to find a type dog that meets their emotional needs - there is pretty much a dog for any type of personality out there. 

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General Care Information

• Puppies should begin training at approximately 10 weeks of age
• Dogs need plenty of daily exercise - three times a day is recommended
• Dogs should be checked frequently for ticks, fleas and other parasites
• Dogs should be bathed with dog shampoo and not human shampoo (baby shampoo ok for washing the head)
• Dog ears should be cleaned weekly
• Dog teeth should be brushed at least twice a week - dog biscuits between brushing will help keep teeth clean and breath fresh.
• Dry dog food is recommended, supplemented with a high quality vitamin
• Dogs should take a heartworm pill once a month
• Dogs should visit their veterinarian once a year for an exam and regular vaccines

Feeding Information

Provide your dog with dog foods that are high in nutritional value, with 80% of the dogs diet daily diet coming from dry dog food. A quality dry dog food should contain varied ingredients with sufficient amounts of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins (amino acids). Table foods can cause gastrointestinal distress and load the dog's food with unnecessary fats and sugars. Always consult with a veterinarian about the best dog food for your dog and about any supplements that may be necessary.

Dry Dog Food

A quality dry dog food should contain approximately 10% water and contain a mixture of soy, meat products, grains, vegetables, animal fats, and added vitamins and minerals. These types of dry dog foods are coated with a meat flavoring to encourage consumption. Smell and taste the animal fat on the food and will eat until they are satisfied. In addition to nutritional value, dry dog foods provide a rough texture to help clean the dog's teeth and gums.

Unless specified as a dietary precaution by the dog's veterinarian, the dog's food bowl should be kept full at all times to encourage healthy eating.

Canned Dog Food

Canned dog food is generally not recommended as a regular dietary item. Although dogs will prefer the taste of canned foods, canned dog food is mostly water (nearly 80%) and does not help promote good health for the dog's teeth and gums. Care should be taken that dogs do not over eat when fed canned food.

Semi-Moist foods

These types of dog foods are created to look and smell like meat, but are generally made of soy, cereal grains and meat by products - they are also heavy in preservatives. These foods contain 25 - 30% water and are high in proteins. While not recommended as the primary source of nutrition in a diet, semi-moist foods are a great supplement to a diet and are a great reward for dogs.

Grooming

Taking a dog regularly to a professional groomer can be very expensive. While an occasional trip to a professional groomer may be necessary, simple care and grooming can be done at home.

If you plan on grooming your dog regularly at home, it's important to start early when they are puppies. Puppies that get used to being handled during grooming, will grow up to be much more well adjusted dogs during the grooming process. Although puppies require a lot of patience, the learning will pay huge dividends throughout your dog's life.

Dogs should be taught to sit or stand as still as possible during grooming.

Caring for your dog's coat

Your dog's coat should be brushed daily - frequent and regular brushing will help to remove loose fur and loosen pet dander. The fur should always be brushed in the direction of the fur.

Dogs should be shampooed with a shampoo that is meant for dogs. To give your dog a bath, place him in a tub of warm water and use a cup or hand held shower head to wet him. Rub the shampoo in evenly over the entire dog, paying particular attention to the legs, underbelly and paws. If you are concerned about getting shampoo in the dog's eyes, you can always use baby shampoo on the dog's head. Be sure to rinse thoroughly.

After taking your dog out of the tub, towel dry the fur and use a brush to smooth out the fur and prevent knotting.

Trimming your dog's nails

To trim your dog's nails, purchase a set of nail clippers that are meant for dogs at your local pet store. Scissors generally do not work well, and can cause unneeded discomfort for your dog during clipping.

Begin by holding your dog's paw in one hand, and the clippers in the other. Place the clippers over the nail and clip only the tip of the nail. Be careful not to clip too close, as cutting off too much will damage and expose the vein. As the vein can be difficult to see, begin by clipping off a bit at a time. If the vein does accidentally get cut, apply pressure to the wound with a clean gauze pad until the bleeding stops.

Cleaning your dog's teeth

When brushing your dog's teeth, do NOT use regular toothpaste as it isn't safe for dogs to swallow. Use a medium to heavy bristle toothbrush or a rubber "finger brush" to gently rub on your dog's gums and teeth.

To open your dog's mouth, hold its mouth open by lifting the loose skin at the sides of his mouth. The teeth should be brushed in the direction that they grow. Choose a special doggie toothpaste that comes in a flavor dogs prefer.

A dog's teeth can also be cleaned by providing it with a dog biscuit that is designed for keeping tartar off your dog's teeth.

Dogs teeth should be checked and cleaned during it's annual visit to the veterinarian.

Cleaning your dog's ears

To clean your dog's ears, lightly dampen the end of a cotton tip swab. Do not stick the swab directly into the ear, as you may inadvertently damage the dog's ear drum. Use the damp swab to gently clean the exterior areas of its ears. Mineral oil should never be used to clean dogs ears - the oils tend to remain in the ear causing hearing problems.

Frequent ear scratching generally means ear mites. Dog's ears should be checked annually during their regular visit to the veterinarian.

If you encounter difficulties in grooming your dog, take him to a professional groomer and watch to see how it is done. The dog groomer can also give you advice and more tips on how to deal specifically with your dog.

Housing

When choosing a location for a dog's bed or living space, it's important to remember that dogs are creatures of habit -where you start out your puppy is probably where your grown up dog will end up sleeping. If the dog will be an indoor dog, choose an out of the way location that is cool and well ventilated. Puppies that are allowed to sleep in the owner's bed will grow into large unwelcomed sleeping partners later in life.

Outdoor dogs should be sheltered in a dog house that will prevent wind and rain from getting inside. The house should be big enough to allow the dog to enter completely, and turn in a full circle before lying down. During the winter months, a heavy cloth should be hung over the door to keep in heat and prevent wind and moisture from entering. Dogs prefer loose bedding, generally a couple of warm blankets work best. Make sure to clean the dog house regularly to keep the dog healthy and comfortable.

Exercising

The amount of exercise required by dogs varies from dog to dog - smaller dogs get plenty of exercise just playing with a ball in the family room, while larger dogs need room to run and stretch their legs. But regardless of how much exercise a dog needs, it's important that they a get regular, daily opportunity to run. Just like humans, dogs need plenty of water and intermittent rest during exercise, especially on hot days.

Sometimes the best exercise for dogs is to allow them to play with other dogs in the neighborhood. As outdoor dogs get more exercise just doing their normal routine, indoor dogs can be encouraged to exercise by providing them with toys.

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Medicine Information

Pilling your dog

The easiest way to give your dog a vitamin or pill is to hide it in food. Cheese, meat, or other favorite food items can be used to bury the pill. To ensure that the dog swallows the pill, the pill or food item should be placed as far back in the dog's throat as possible. Hold the upper jaw by both sides with one hand, and lift it up, holding the lower jaw with the other hand, and using your first finger and thumb to place the pill quickly in the tongue's base. Keep his mouth close, lifting the head a bit, and rubbing the throat to encourage him to swallow.

Administering liquid medication

Liquid edication is generally easier to give to dogs than pills. Place the liquid into a paper cup and pull the dogs lip out to form a pocket to receive the liquid. Pour the liquid into the dog's mouth in small amounts at a rate that allows the dog to swallow evenly. To prevent the liquid from entering the dog's air passage, the nose of the dog should be elevated only slightly.

Vaccinations

Information from The Humane Society

Distemper - an airborne viral disease of the lungs, intestines and brain.
Hepatitis - a viral disease of the liver.
Leptospirosis - a bacterial disease of the urinary system.
Parainfluenza - infectious bronchitis.
Parvovirus - a viral disease of the intestines.
Rabies - a viral disease fatal to humans and other animals.
Corona - a viral disease of the intestines.
Bordetella - a bacterial infection (kennel cough)

Puppies - 6 weeks to 1 year
6 to 8 weeks - First puppy shot (DHLPP) + Corona
11 to 12 weeks - Second puppy shot (DHLPP) + Corona
15 to 16 weeks - Third puppy shot (DHLPP) + Corona
Over 4 months - Rabies (repeat l year later)
7 to 9 months - First heartworm test

Adult Dogs - After 1 year
DHLPP - Yearly
Heartworm test - Yearly
Rabies - Every 3 years (after second Rabies shot)
Bordetella - Yearly

Note: Some states have their own laws regarding the frequency & requirement of certain vaccinations. When in doubt, always ask your veterinarian or local humane society.

Emergencies

Pet First Aid

Injured dogs will react to pain by experiencing fear and panic. It is common for dogs to be uncooperative during treatment, even going so far as to try and bit or scratch the caretaker. When dealing with a frightened dog, it's important to secure the dog so it calms down and doesn't aggravate the existing wound or cause additional harm to itself. It may be necessary to muzzle the dog to protect the caretaker. To muzzle the dog, use tape or a cloth to loop around the dog's mouth and then tie off the material behind the dog's ears.

Treating injuries is done through basic first aid. A simple pet first-aid kit should consist of scissors, tape, bandages and basic medications such as milk of magnesia, antibiotics, mineral oil and a common antidiarrheal formula - milk of bismuth.

Poisoning

It is not uncommon for dogs to get into baits (such as rat poison) or chemicals that are harmful to their system. A dog exposed to a poison may react in various ways, including, but not limited to, paralysis. Veterinary help should be sought immediately. To purge the dog's system of poisons, you will need to induce vomiting by feeding the dog small amounts of hydrogen peroxide. Give the dog about a tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide about every 10 minutes for a maximum of 30 minutes.

Puncture wounds

From time to time dogs may encounter barbs, thorns or fish hooks that puncture and embed themselves in the dogs skin. If your dog gets a deep puncture wound, seek out a veterinarians help before attempting to remove the item. Veterinarians can provide the dog with pain relievers and anesthesia to relax your dog and provide the veterinarian with the best possible situation to remove the hook or barb.

If the hook or barb is only slightly embedded in the skin, be sure to cut off the sharp barb before attempting to slide it out. To remove a thorn use a needle and tweezers as you would for a sliver in your own hand or foot.

With any puncture wound, it is important to use a good antibiotic and to cover the wound with a bandage until it's healed.

Broken bones

Bone fractures in dogs will require the help of a veterinarian. Before moving the dog, be sure to secure the broken area by wrapping the injured area with a towel or blanket. Use rope or some type of cloth to tie the wrap to hold it in place. In addition to wrapping the wound, cover the dog with blankets to keep the dog warm as such injuries generally induce shock.

Heat Stroke

A dog experiencing heat stroke will become disoriented and eventually lose consciousness. To treat heat stroke, immediately begin cooling the dog by running a hose over the dog - continue dousing the dog for several minutes. If after several minutes the dog does not revive, take the dog to a veterinarian as soon as possible.

To prevent heat stroke, make sure dogs can find shade and have adequate air circulation. In hot climates dogs should not be left outside in the sun during the heat of the day.

Bleeding

When a dog is cut and begins bleeding the wound should be immediately covered with gauze or cloth and moderate pressure should be applied. Hold the dressing over the wound for at least five minutes - do not pull the gauze or cloth back to peek and see if the bleeding has stopped. If after five minutes the bleeding has not stopped, take the dog to a veterinarian as soon as possible.

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Parasites

Mites

Mites, like Fleas are external parasites that live in the ears of dogs as well as on the surface of their skin. Mites can be transferred from dog to dog and will cause the dog to scratch and claw at its skin due to the skin irritation.

To cure mites, use a mineral oil to daily clean the dog's ears and use common flea powders over the ears and body of the dog.

Fleas

Fleas are small, wingless, external parasites that live off of the blood of mammals and birds. Dogs in humid climates are generally more affected by these types of parasites. Reactions may vary from dog to dog, but most reactions result in a rash on specific areas of the dog.

To control fleas, keep the dog's living area clean and use commercially available powders, sprays and dog collars.

Lice

Another common parasite, lice can cause intense itching and skin irritation in dogs. Lice eggs are typically found on the dog's hair and adult lice close to the dog's skin.

To control lice, use commercially available flea powders and sprays regularly. Eliminating lice can take several weeks.

Ticks

Ticks are small to microscopic parasites that burrow their heads below the surface of the dog's skin causing disease and irritation. Ticks are common in almost every part of the world, but are especially prevalent on beaches, in open fields and in wooded areas. These parasites are typically found between the toes and in the ears of household pets.

To remove a tick, cover the back of the tick with oil or alcohol and wait for the tick to back out of the skin. If using tweezers, make sure that the entire tick is removed and that the head of the tick is not broken off under the skin. Never use a hot match to remove ticks.

Diseases

Cancer

Dog Cancer is defined as any type of tumor or growth that invades healthy tissue. Just like humans, dog experience tumors that, unless properly removed, can experience death. Not long ago, cancer was considered to be an uncommon disease in dogs, but as the average life span of dogs has increased over time, so have the incidences of cancer. Cancer is a highly variable disease that has no specific source and can spread quickly causing death before it is detected. Possible sources include genetics, diet, environment, exposure to harmful chemicals, etc.

Older dogs should be checked regularly for abnormal growths. Dogs that experience fevers, weight loss, lethargy and loss of appetite should be taken to a veterinarian for an examination. Once cancer forms it can exhibit itself as an open sore (that bleeds or causes abnormal discharge), lumps under the skin, bulges in the throat (causing difficulty breathing and eating), abnormal bowel movements, etc.

Heartworm

Heartworm is caused by the Dirofilaria immitis parasite. This parasite lives in the heart and blood vessels causing the heart to weaken resulting in death. Although most common in dogs, other animals can also contract this parasite.

Heartworm is transmitted from animal to animal by mosquitoes that bite infected dogs and then inject a healthy dog with the parasite. Once infected, dogs will begin to be affected by the parasite in about 6 months. As the parasites mature and begin occupying the right chamber of the heart, the dog will begin to experience reduced blood flow to its major organs.

Prevention is the best approach. Dogs should be given a heartworm pill each month and have regular visits to the veterinarian.

Rabies

Rabies is a virus that can cause a wide variety of symptoms in dogs. Once bitten by a rabid animal, dogs will develop a nasty and irritable temperament within days and usually die with in a week of the first signs. As the virus progresses, the dog will eventually experience paralysis of their lungs and throat causing the animal to suffocate and die.

Rabies is a virus that can be prevented through vaccination every three years. As rabies is common in both domestic and wild animals, most states in the US require dogs to have rabies shots.

Once contracted, rabies is usually fatal. This virus attacks the central nervous system, starting at the brain and radiating throughout the body through the nerves.

Rabies is transmitted from animal to animal or from animal to human through a bite wound that breaks the skin. The virus can also be transmitted through saliva.

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Puppies Information

Puppies, as playful and as carefree as they seem, learn and develop habits quickly. Before bringing a puppy home, it is important to plan out how the puppy will interact with you and your home - where it will sleep, what rooms it is allowed in or not allowed in, etc. When a puppy is first brought home, it is common for the puppy to miss its mother and whine or cry during the night. Until this new addition to your family bonds with you and becomes accustomed to its surroundings, whimpering will probably be the norm. Although this whimpering may cause several sleepless nights, it's important that you do not teach the puppy that if it whimpers you'll come to comfort it. Like a young child, the puppy does not have control over its emotions but learns very quickly the results of making the whimpering sound. If you feel it is necessary, you can comfort the puppy with soothing sounds and a gentle touch - although picking up the puppy to cuddle it will reinforce its desire to whimper in order to be cuddled.

Be sure to provide your puppy accommodations that are comfortable and that makes them feel safe. A snug, warm area, like a travel crate can provide the needed comfort a new puppy desires. Place a warm, loose blanket on the bottom of the crate so that the puppy can burrow into a comfortable sleeping position. If your puppy is having a hard time learning to settle down at bedtime, place a light sheet over the opening of your puppy's sleeping space. The puppy will come to learn that when the sheet is over the opening, it's time to go to sleep.

When picking up your puppy from the breeder, ask the breeder for a cloth or toy that has been with the mother and that carries the mother's scent to provide additional comfort during the separation phase.

If you choose to let your puppy sleep in your bed with you, remember that this habit will be extremely difficult to break as the dog gets older. Puppies that are allowed to sleep in the owner's bed will grow into large unwelcomed sleeping partners later in life.

Puppies are inherently mischievous and extremely determined. In an effort to contain their enthusiasm, puppies will need a safe place to play and explore during the hours of the day when they are unattended. Make sure to keep small objects that they may choke on out of reach, as puppies are not afraid to try chewing or picking up a new or interesting object with their mouths. Just like children, puppies must be watched closely and protected from household dangers.

When leaving your puppy outdoors during the day, make sure it has plenty of food, water, shade and a comfortable place to stay. Lonely puppies will find trouble and develop bad habits of digging, barking and destroying things around the yard. The more time you spend with your puppy, the quicker they will learn what is and is not acceptable behavior and become a wonderful, integrated part of your family.

Potty Training

Potty training can be a difficult and frustrating experience, but following a few simple rules will make the process easier.

Puppies should begin potty training as soon as they are brought home. Like children, puppies usually need to go potty when they wake up, after they eat, and after they play. Take the puppy outside at these times and be patient in waiting for them to accomplish the task. Always praise your puppy when it goes potty outside at the appropriate time. If your puppy does not go potty while outside, take him inside so that he'll quickly associate outside time as potty time.

When it is not possible to supervise your potty training puppy, the puppy should be tied up close to its sleeping box or placed in a small kennel. Dogs have a natural instinct to keep their living space clean and will not go potty when confined to a small space, especially near their sleeping area.

Watch for signs that your puppy needs to go potty - sniffing, scratching at the floor, or circling. If your puppy does have an accident indoors, show them the accident and tell them "NO!" It is not necessary to rub your puppy's nose in the mess. Take your puppy immediately outside and clean up the mess inside. Make sure to use an ammonia based cleaner to eliminate the smell completely - any remaining scent in the house will only encourage future accidents.

Spaying and Neutering

Males: Neuter at 6 months old - delaying neutering beyond 6 months increases the likelihood of testicular and prostate cancer.

Females: Spay before the puppy's first heat cycle - delaying spaying beyond the first heat cycle increases the likelihood of breast and uterine cancer.

Puppy Names

The name you choose will say something about your puppy. Playful puppies grow up to be playful dogs, so choose a name that will best fit it's personality. Not only should a name reflect your puppy's personality, but it can also be a statement about your relationship with your dog. Choose a name that best describes your relationship. Have fun naming your puppy!

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Breeds

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Miniature Sized Dogs

Affenpinscher
Brussels Griffon
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Chinese Crested
Dachshund
English Toy Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Maltese
Miniature Pinscher
Papillon
Pekingese
Pomeranian
Silky Terrier
Tibetan Spaniel
Toy Fox Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier

Small Sized Dogs

Australian Terrier
Beagle
Bichon Frise
Border Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Cocker Spaniel
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Havanese
Italian Greyhound
Lakeland Terrier
Lhasa Apso
Lowchen
Manchester Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Norfolk Terrier
Norwich Terrier
Pug
Schipperke
Scottish Terrier
Sealyham Terrier
Shetland Sheepdog
Shih Tzu
Skye Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier

Medium Sized Dogs

Airedale Terrier
American Eskimo Dog
American Staffordshire Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Basenji
Basset Hound
Bearded Collie
Bedlington Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Border Collie
Boston Terrier
Brittany
Bulldog

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Bull Terrier
Clumber Spaniel
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Field Spaniel
French Bulldog
Glen of Imaal Terrier
Harrier
Irish Terrier
Kerry Blue Terrier
Kerry Blue Terrier
Manchester Terrier
Norwegian Elkhound
Parson Russell Terrier
Pharaoh Hound
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Petit Basset Griffon Vend?en
Poodle
Portuguese Water Dog
Puli
Samoyed
Siberian Husky
Smooth Fox Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Sussex Spaniel
Tibetan Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Welsh Terrier
Whippet
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Large Sized Dogs

Afghan Hound
Akita
Alaskan Malamute
Bernese Mountain Dog
Black and Tan Coonhound
Bloodhound
Borzoi
Bouvier des Flandres
Boxer
Briard
Bullmastiff
Canaan Dog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chinese Shar-Pei
Chow Chow
Collie
Curly-Coated Retriever
Doberman Pinscher
English Foxhound
English Setter
Finnish Spitz
Flat-Coated Retriever
German Pinscher
German Shepherd
German Shorthaired Pointer
German Wirehaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Golden Retriever
Gordon Setter
Great Dane
Great Pyrenees
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Greyhound
Ibizan Hound
Irish Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Irish Wolfhound
Komondor
Kuvasz
Labrador Retriever
Mastiff
Neapolitan Mastiff
Newfoundland
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Otter Hound
Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Pointer
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Rottweiler
Saint Bernard
Saluki
Scottish Deerhound
Shiba Inu
Spinone Italiano
Vizsla
Weimaraner

Breeds Resources

Register Your Dog

American Kennel Club (AKC)
51 Madison Ave.NY, NY 10010
(212)696-8200 (headquarters and library)
(919)233-9767 (registration)
(300)AKC-TELL (hotline to report dog-related legislation)

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Products

Dog Formula

Dog formula products contain real meat, whole grains, rice and vegetables in a taste that dogs love. These nutritious treats offer complete and balanced nutrition that help defend against environmental toxins. Dog formula treats also strengthen the immune system and supports the specific lifestage requirements of adult dogs.

Collars

High quality dog collars come in top-quality leather, buckles, and metal tuck loops. To determine your dog's collar size, measure the neck and add 2 inches.

Collar charms

Add a little bling bling to your doggy's collar with dazzling, gem-studded charms. Customize your pet's collar with your pet's initials, nickname, or fun shapes by sliding on one or more of the charms. Perfect for small dogs and phat cats.

Doggie Diaper Garment

Keep your dog and home clean with these cotton fabric, Velcro adjustable diapers. These garments are designed for puppies, incontinent dogs and females in season. Can be used with or without additional absorbent liner pads (sold separately). Machine washable and line dry.

Pet Pen

Keep your dog safe and secure with a mobile pen designed with sturdy wood and a metal frame, removable plastic pan with snap-lock latches, and lockable caster wheels for mobility.

Dog Chews

Cornstarch-based dog chews satisfy your dog's hunger, are odorless and will not stain the carpet. Dog chews have a grooved surface to help maintain good oral health through vigorous massaging of the gums.

Pet Odor remover

Pet ordor removers keep carpets, floors, furniture, clothing, cages, litter boxes, bird cages, and all pet living and sleeping areas smelling fresh and clean without perfume cover ups. Eliminates stains and odors to restore colors to floors, carpet and upholstery.

Rawhide Bones

Rawhide bones help remove plaque and tartar from your dog's gums and teeth. These flavorful treats satisfy your dog's cravings and are perfect rewards for good deeds and obedience.

No Bark Collar

Water-resistant No Bark collars respond to your dog's bark and not to ambient noise - creating efficient training for your dog. High quality No Bark collars offer seven levels of adjustable stimulation so it can be used for dogs of all sizes. The correction stimulus gently encourages your dog to not bark.

Dog Carrier

Dog carriers are perfect for the traveling pup and should be rated to meet domestic and international airline safety rules. Many airlines will allow certain pets in bags to ride in the cabin. Before purchasing a carrier for in cabin travel, check with your carrier for specific rules and any fees that may apply.

Dog Flea collar

Dog collars offer your dog five months of protection from adult fleas and ticks. The collar begins working right away and continues even when wet. Find the right sized collar for your dog to ensure proper flea and tick control. Never use a flea collar on dogs younger than 12 weeks old.