December, 2006
Dry Dog Food for Senior Dogs
Wellness Dry Dog Food Super5mix Senior >>> 
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As dogs mature, changes occur in the way their bodies function.
Health issues in your aging dogs may include a tendency for weight gain, decreased immune system function, more frequent intestinal problems and decreased mobility.
Every ingredient in Wellness Super5Mix Senior is carefully chosen to add quality to the life of your senior canine companion.
This unique blend provides the reduced calories and phosphorus, increased fiber and moderate levels of protein and fat needed by aging dogs.
In addition, Green Lipped Mussel and Sea Cucumber and supplemental Glucosomine and Chondroitin help to soothe and replenish your senior dogs’ joints.
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Characteristics of the Dachshund
Dachshund - The facts every owner of this dog breed should know
by Robert W. Benjamin
Dachshund (pronounced DAK sund) originated in Germany, during the 18th and 19th centuries, to hunt badgers. In fact, Dachshund means, ‘badger dog’ in German.
Their unique size and shape made them the perfect hunting dog. Their small legs allowed them to burrow into the ground and their narrow bodies made it easy for them to capture prey.
There are three varieties of Dachshund, Standard, which reaches an average height of 14-18 inches and average weight of 20 pounds; Dwarf, with an average height up to 14 inches and weight of 9 pounds; and rabbit, reaching an average height of only 12 inches and weight up to 8 pounds. Dachshund coats also come in three varieties, shorthaired, wire-haired and longhaired.
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Gourmet Dog Treats
Pet Treats Go Gourmet
It’s not enough to throw your dog a few scraps after dinner anymore. Today, as a growing trend sees pets being treated like part of the family, gourmet dog treats are becoming more popular.
Many of today’s pet owners see their dogs in human terms and want them to be happy. And this means that the standard, run-of-the-mill dog biscuit just isn’t cutting it anymore.
Indeed, there’s a virtual cottage industry of businesses that cater to pampered pooches with delicious, high-quality treats, ranging from organic cookies to custom-made birthday cakes.
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Pick the Best Dog Food
How To Pick the Right Dog Food
As the pet industry becomes larger, so do the pet owner’s choices in dog food. So, how do you know if the dog food you choose is right for your pet?
If you are like most dog owners, your goal is to keep your pet healthy while satisfying his appetite. But just like no two dogs are the same, there is no such thing as an ideal canine diet. Instead, owners should take a studied look at their pets.
Things such as species, activity level, age, and whether the dog is undergoing any physiological changes such as growth, pregnancy, or nursing should all be considered when deciding upon dog food.
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Dog Carriers
Dog Carriers: There’s One That Works for You!
If you travel with your pet, you need a dog carrier. But which kind should you get? Carriers come in all different sizes. Some are rigid, and some are soft and pliable. The type of dog carrier you buy should depend on the size of your pet and the kind of traveling you do.
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Characteristics of the Deerhound
The Decorative Deerhound
by John Ugoshowa
The Deerhound is one of the most decorative of dogs, impressively stately and picturesque wherever he is seen, whether it be amid the surroundings of the baronial hall, reclining at luxurious length before the open hearth in the fitful light of the log fire that flickers on polished armour and tarnished tapestry; out in the open, straining at the leash as he scents the dewy air, or gracefully bounding over the purple of his native hills.
Grace and majesty are in his every movement and attitude, and even to the most prosaic mind there is about him the inseparable glamour of feudal romance and poetry.
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Is a Dachshund Right for You?
Why The Dachshund Isn’t Your Average Hot Dog
by Richard Cussons
Dachshunds make an affectionate and faithful family pet when you know how to look after them…
The Dachshund (pronounced “Dacks-hund”) commonly known as the “wiener dog” because of their elongated body, is a wonderful companion with a keen sense of smell. Dachshunds have impeccable smellers because they were originally developed in Germany in the 15th century to track badgers. In fact, the name Dachshund is German meaning “Badger Dog”.
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