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The Labrador Retrievers are an iconic, all-around family and working dog. Their good nature, even temperament, and eagerness to learn make them ideal companions for almost any task. The breed was among the canine heroes that joined in the search for survivors and casualties of 9/11. They are everyday heroes to many people as they perform therapy work or greet their best friends at the door after a hard day of work

Dogs bite. It’s a known fact. They are fully equipped with forty-two teeth and are capable of biting if injured or provoked. A dog bite can be damaging and potentially fatal to children and even adults. No one wants to be responsible for their dog injuring another person. Dogs raised in homes without the presence of children may actually be more likely to injure a child. Dogs raised around children learn how to tolerate them. Dogs raised away from children don’t have the proper knowledge on how to act around children appropriately. Fortunately, an owner can take steps to improve a puppy’s tolerance of children before the puppy reaches adulthood.

As a pet parent, you probably feel like your fur baby hung the moon. However, if you have a service animal, then you truly understand how extraordinary these angels on four legs can be. But you don’t have to already have a service animal in your life to appreciate them. This article describes some of the most interesting but relatively little-known considerations of service animals.

Originally a variety of German Spitz, the American Eskimo dog shares the same history and lineages as the German Spitz varieties that include the Keeshond, Pomeranian, and Volpino Italiano.

Dogs may be our best friends, but our neighbors may not always share the sentiment. There are some things you can do to keep the peace. Use these suggestions to make sure your pet doesn’t become a neighborhood pest.