Dog Articles

What can Labradoodles Eat – 10 Questions Answered

A Labradoodle is a crossbreed between the Labrador Retriever and the Standard, Miniature, or Toy Poodle. They’re generally healthy dogs and a single pup can cost anywhere between $500 and $3000. And their lifespan is around 12-14 years, especially if they lead a healthy life. In this article, we’ll talk about the diet of a … Read more

Are Labs Hypoallergenic?

Are Labs hypoallergenic? Today’s question, that we’re going to answer for you, is whether Labrador Retrievers have any qualities that might make them appropriate for owners which have problems with allergies. Are Labs Hypoallergenic? I don’t want to keep you waiting and reading an entire article, so I will give you the short answer now. … Read more

Labradoodle Adoption – 5 Reasons To Do It, Info on Adoption Fees and More

If you’re in the market for a new dog, then we here at SpockTheDog are big on adoption and we recommend you consider that option as well. A mixed breed pup can offer you just as much happiness as any purebred, and while there are some cons as well to this type of choice (unknown … Read more

Turkish Recycling Bin Machine Feeds Dogs With Kibble

The stray dog problem is common in a lot of countries, with no easy solution in sight, though at least one company is trying. I’m talking about Pugedon, a company from Turkey, which tries to help both humans and strays from Istanbul. They’ve placed boxes in the city, which act as recycling bins with rewards … Read more

8 Brilliant Hacks That Any Dog Owner Should Know About

As any dog owner knows, raising a puppy to become an adult comes with a certain set of problems. While it doesn’t compare to having a kid, it’s still a major responsibility. You will read here about a few tips you can implement, to make your life easier, along to that of your dog’s.

1. I’ll get the ball rolling with a tip that every dog owner can use at some point, especially before the pets are house trained. Whenever a dog pees in your house, use some vinegar and the urine will go away quickly.

Spock, the German Shepherd, the dog that inspired me to start this blog, is now 1 year, 1 month and 15 days old. He turned out to be a beautiful dog, incredibly playful and active, and a barker. He’s also not a small dog anymore.

When I got him he had 7 pounds (3 kg), while at his age he was supposed to weigh 22 pounds (10 kg). Took me a couple of months, but he finally reached a normal weight, and now he looks like any other German Shepherd. The picture below is taken a few months ago, at 7 months I believe.

Socializing your dog at a dog park is beneficial to your pet and yourself… you’re giving your dog the opportunity to socialize with his own kind. It goes without saying that all dogs must be accompanied by their owners. Your responsibility does not end there, however. Some owners mistakenly think that once they’re within the dog park, they can just sit on a bench until it is time to gather their pets and go home. But sitting on the sidelines disconnects yourself from your pet… and you are missing out on the opportunity to reinforce obedience etiquette for your pets.

If you’re looking to buy a new dog for your family, chances are that you’ve considered pretty much every breed out there. There is one possibility that a lot of people don’t consider though, and that’s getting a hybrid dog, a mix between two purebreds, which might come from a rescue, or it might come from a breeder that specializes in these breed combinations.

Many people who want dogs overlook the most important question – “Why?” Yet the answer colours all other considerations. Getting a dog is not like getting a new couch: you are not buying a possession but inviting a living being into your family. The new arrangement should be an improvement for everyone, including the dog, so be aware of how your personality affects the dynamics.

People have loved dogs for centuries. And why not? Dogs have provided warmth, protection, and loyal companionship while labouring alongside man. Almost every culture boasts its own breed. There’s the Egyptian Pharaoh Hound, the Tibetan Spaniel, the English Foxhound, Germany’s monkey-faced Affenpinscher, and the Chinese Shar-Pei, to name but a few.