“Get Active with Your Dog” plus 2 more |
| Posted: 02 Mar 2011 02:22 PM PST Spring is coming up, but it just can't get here soon enough! Your dog is probably aching to get outside and expel some energy, and he wants you there with him. Participation in dog sports is a wonderful way to get active and connected with your dog. While many require agreeable weather, other dog sports and activities can be enjoyed indoors. Agility is one dog sport can be done indoors or outdoors. Perhaps you are looking into a sport for you and your dog. Or, maybe you are just curious about canine athletes. Check out today's top dog sports. There is pretty much something fitting for any dog/owner team. Got a great story about your dog's accomplishments? We would love it if you share your story. Photo by Doug Pensinger/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 |
| Dog Breed of the Week: English Setter Posted: 02 Mar 2011 02:19 PM PST  The English Setter is one of the most beautiful and family-friendly dogs around, yet it seems to be a bit underrated. Take a moment to look at the sleek frame, lovely feathered hair and noble features of this skilled sporting breed. Get to know one, and you'll understand why English Setter lovers are so dedicated to the breed. The English Setter is quite gentle and affectionate. The breed is devoted to family and work alike, and can go back and forth between playful and cuddly. The English Setter is also quite smart and very patient, typically getting along very well with children. Learn more about this agile, graceful and affectionate companion - perhaps the English Setter is the right breed for you. Are you enamored with this lovely breed? Tell us why. Photo © jpre86 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 |
| Westminster 2011 Photo Galleries Posted: 02 Mar 2011 02:07 PM PST  The 135th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show took place just over two weeks ago. For the first time in the show's history, a Scottish Deerhound took best in show. Did you want to attend the show but couldn't make it? No worries - the highlights (and much more) have been featured by About.com Guide to Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Janet Crosby. In her Westminster 2011 photo gallery, Dr. Crosby takes you on a full tour on the show, from in the ring to behind the scenes. It's the next best thing to being up close and in-person at the show. Possibly even more entertaining and educational is the photo gallery of Westminster 2011 Veterinary Professionals and Service Dogs, where you can learn the real-life stories of Westminster participants in the veterinary field as well as some wonderful tales about inspiring service dogs. Did you attend Westminster 2011? If so, tell us about your experience. Photo by Spencer Platt/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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