“Dog Breed of the Week: Shetland Sheepdog” plus 1 more |
| Dog Breed of the Week: Shetland Sheepdog Posted: 20 Oct 2010 02:31 PM PDT Meet the Shetland Sheepdog, this week's featured dog breed! Also known as the Sheltie, this breed looks like a small version of the Collie. In fact, the Sheltie is very closely related to the Collie, but was bred down in size over time and is now a distinct breed. However, many of the Collie's traits have remained. The Sheltie is a wise, gentle soul that is intensely loyal to its owner. The breed is an excellent competitor in obedience, agility and herding. The Sheltie is also a wonderful dog for kids! I have always found Shelties to be affectionate, sensitive dogs that make lovely companions. Do you have a soft spot for the kindly Shetland Sheepdog? Please share your thoughts: Talk about your Sheltie! Photo © John D. Sims About the Photo: Champ is a 12-yr old Shetland Sheep dog ("Sheltie") and is my closest buddy. When we go for a walk, he generally stays close to my left heel. We talk to each other, and he's always close by when I need him. - John This entry passed through the Full-Text RSS service — if this is your content and you're reading it on someone else's site, please read our FAQ page at fivefilters.org/content-only/faq.php |
| October is National Pet Wellness Month Posted: 20 Oct 2010 02:09 PM PDT It's October again, my favorite time of year. The weather is usually perfect for dog walking and other outdoor activities. Plus, we celebrate Halloween, dog adoption and pet wellness. October is National Pet Wellness Month, an annual event that promotes year-round pet wellness and owner education. Sponsored by the American Veterinary Medical Association and Fort Dodge Animal Health, the National Pet Wellness campaign allows pet owners to obtain valuable information from their veterinarians regarding wellness and prevention. This month and every month, take steps to keep your dog healthy. Pledge to bring your dog to the vet for a wellness check-up twice a year. Contact your vet at the first signs of illness. Our dogs cannot speak for themselves (at least not in words), so we owe it to them to become their advocates. By educationg yourself about pet health and communicating with your vet, you can take the right preventive measures to avoid illness and injury. After all, we want our furry companions to be with us for a long, long time. Photo © Steven Puetzer/Photodisc/Getty Images This entry passed through the Full-Text RSS service — if this is your content and you're reading it on someone else's site, please read our FAQ page at fivefilters.org/content-only/faq.php |
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