Everything You Need To Know About The Family Dog

If you're thinking about a new dog, start with a checklist: Apartment or Estate size? Long coat or easy groom?  Low Allergy?  High energy?  Are there seniors in your family?  Who will take care of the dog?  Kid's pet or guard dog?

Finding the right dog takes planning because the last thing you can afford is a bargain that is chronically sick or mentally unstable. Make your decision wisely because most people don't know puppy factories churn out "purebred dogs" for shelter sales.  Wow!  If it sounds like all these decisions could give you a headache, don't worry...

The FAMILY DOG SECTION is like aspirin in advance...

Getting a dog is a wonderful experience that helps children learn and accept new responsibilities.

Did you know that kids who grow up with dogs are less prone to allergies?  There are so many things that carry over from our pets to us, did you know how important sunlight is to you and your pets? What about homeopathic medicine? Check out HEALTHY PETS & PEOPLE because "There is NO PLACEBO effect in animals!"

The world's first "DogSite" helps you find, train, and care for a family pet!

Maybe you want to explore your options first.  You aren't sure about veterinary or grooming expenses.  You've heard some breeds have more health problems than others.  True.  Perhaps you want a breed that needs less grooming than the Collie you grew up with?

GALLERY OF DOG BREEDS

Explore! Learn what makes a Basenji not a Beagle and why a Wolfhound isn't suited for homes with toddlers.  Find out which breeds are best for high-rise living (and why Border Collies aren't), which breeds really are best with kids, or learn more about the guarding and personal protection breeds.  All the dog breeds are there including some of the rare breeds.

THE KID'S PLACE

Unites the family, teaches patience, responsibility, and a new understanding of other beings needs and feelings.  Children of any age can take part in training the new dog and in so doing, they learn all the values that you want them to carry forward into their lives.  There are lots of carefully chosen stories, some are written by our own Dr. Lee, a radio and television show psychologist who coached kids from elementary school to college.

Learn about your dog with quick but insightful Tips And Tricks

DOG NUTRITION INDEX

Makes feeding your dog simple, inexpensive, and healthy for a carnivore.  Learn about BARF (bones and raw foods) nutrition.  It doesn't have to be one way.  Mix and match home cooked and the right commercial pet food. Feeding your dog is easy; people have done it for thousands of years!

The first two weeks are critical for you and your new dog so be sure to see this section on DOG DILEMMAS

Curl up with a great book and a devoted dog at your feet. Explore DOG BOOKS or enrich your soul with classics by famous poets and original works by award-winning writers.  Nobody knows dogs like we do! Read and share DOG STORIES and POETRY!

OBEDIENCE & GOOD MANNERS make him a pleasure to live with and the envy of your friends.  It's never too late for basic training!

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