“Dog Breed of the Week: Boykin Spaniel” plus 1 more

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Dog Breed of the Week: Boykin Spaniel Posted: 28 Dec 2010 04:35 PM PST Over the next six weeks, I'll be spotlighting six new AKC dog breeds that will be competing at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show for the first time in February 2011. The first of these is the Boykin Spaniel, a sporting dog that was first admitted to the AKC stud book in 2009. The Boykin Spaniel is a native of South Carolina and has been the South Carolina's official state dog since 1985. The friendly and energetic Boykin Spaniel is both a versatile hunter and an affectionate companion. Weighing in around 25-40 pounds, the breed's medium size is considered ideal for all kinds of situations. This spaniel is a near-perfect fit for most types of active households, provided you have enough time to exercise with your dog daily. Could this breed be right for you? Learn all about the lovable Boykin Spaniel and decide for yourself. Do you already have experience with this dog breed? Tell us all about your Boykin Spaniel! Photo © Luke Faraone on flickr 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 Five Filters featured site: So, Why is Wikileaks a Good Thing Again?.

Is Your Dog Overweight? Posted: 28 Dec 2010 02:30 PM PST Holiday weight gain leads to New Year's resolutions, so we are about to see and hear a lot of ads and discussions about weight loss, gym membership, diets, and so on. However, we are not the only ones who tend to put on a few extra pounds over the holidays - many dogs gain holiday weight as well. Some may think chubby dogs look kind of cute and funny, but canine obesity is no joke. Sadly, weight problems are all too common for dogs these days. Why? I think a large part of the problem is the sedentary lifestyle of so many dogs. There is also the issue of over-feeding and inappropriate eating. The bottom line is this: It's time to take action. It's almost a new year, and what better time to start than the present? Our dogs rely on us to provide a happy, healthy environment for them. Obesity can lead to a great number of health issues, and it can make many existing health problems get worse. We owe it to our dogs to keep them active and healthy. Educate yourself about canine weight management and obesity prevention, talk to your vet, and start a healthy living plan for you and your dog. After all, you want your dog to be with you for many years to come. Have you and your dog conquered canine obesity? We would love to hear about it! Share your dog's weight loss success story with us here. You might be able to help other dog owners conquer canine obesity too. Recommended Reading Canine Weight Management and Obesity Prevention Dog Weight Loss Success Stories Photo © American Images Inc / 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 Five Filters featured site: So, Why is Wikileaks a Good Thing Again?.

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