We all know the signs if a woman are pregnant or not. After the day they contact, we just have to wait if there will be a regular period following a month, the feeling of nausea which will force you to vomit, the bloating of the lower part of your stomach, gaining weight and more. But what signs do we have for dogs? After my dog, which was a Golden Retriever (Belle rip) was stud to another same bred male dog just in time after her period, we all assumed that she’s conceiving because she gained weight and got a bloated tummy. But we are wrong. In the same scenario but this time with a mongrel, in time days after her period she was positive to be carrying puppies.

This is the second time our dog (chuchay) gave birth. The first time was untimely and she was just 8 months, to immature to handle case like this so the outcome was the babies were immature and didn’t survive and chuchay even ate some of the parts. But this second time was a success, after almost 60 days. Chuchay got 1 dozen of healthy puppies from their father who is a Siberian Husky. Yes, 12 puppies!

That night when she’s starting to whelp she was so irritated and can’t stay in one place. We got all the rugs and used dirt blanket for thee babies to arrive. And there they are. You have to make sure that they will get their first meal from their mom. You may call in your vet and bring the mom and her puppies to vet to check their health including the mom’s. Expect now that chuchay will be producing some brownish odourless discharge.

Have a safe pregnancy to all your dogs.

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I am currently having some problems in the apartment that I am living in… the super keeps on nagging about my dog because he said she is always leaving furs on his door and he said he always have to clean it up whenever he leaves his room. While that is true and my dog is a little bit guilty about it, it was also the super who said the first time that I had my dog when it was still a puppy that we could always bring in some pets and he doesn’t have a problem with four legged animals because he loves seeing “those little critters running around”.

Now, all of a sudden, he changed his tone, when the fact is, it is quite normal for my dog to shed fur because she is a shedder type. Even though I try buying the best shampoos, there is no way to keep a chow from shedding every now and then. I am currently looking for some possibilities of moving to the Asheville private community and get my own place. I just can’t stand all the naggings anymore and I already contacted some agents for a real estate in Asheville. –>

I don’t know but for some reason, I can’t seem to get enough of mongrel or mixed breed of dogs, when the fact is, it is not exactly the best breed of dogs there is on the planet. What fascinated me most specifically are the ones coming from the Philippines, the ones that they call Askal, or in a more politically correct term, Aspin. What got my attention here is that no matter how many studies were conducted, there is no way to know the mother breed of this type of dog, and I’m talking about only one dog here… the origin is really blurry that no science can determine its ancestors and every single Aspin has its own characteristics that can be found in all other breeds. I guess if there would be a generic breed, Aspin would be it. Another interesting fact… even though the breed came from all different kinds of breeds, there is a very distinct behavior among all Aspin dogs, and that is its loyalty to its owner. Studies show that this is the most loyal companion that you can ever find, more loyal than a Labrador retriever and an American Pit Bull Terrier combined. This is also the breed that doesn’t know how to complain. One thing I’ve noticed is its ability to look for its own food, unlike with the pure breeds that would get your attention or bark very loudly whenever it gets hungry or thirsty. An Aspin would not do such ruckus, instead would do something about its predicament instead of disturbing the peace of its master. It is basically something that will never be evident to any pure bred or half bred dogs.

Last time I heard, they are actually being trained nowadays to become K9 units since they are low maintenance (would actually eat anything) and doesn’t require too much attention because, as I have mentioned above, of its high level of loyalty to its owner.
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One of the most, if not the friendliest dog I’ve known and ever pet for, Golden Retriever. GR is a breed of dog developed to be a gundog for hunting and also known to love water that is also a part of a Labrador retriever family. They are friendly, easy to please, intelligent, confident, playful and very patient. According to a world survey, they are one of the most popular family dogs registered. GR are also famous for movies like Fluke, Air bud, and other animal movies which will show their soft heart. Soft coated, square face, medium to large, colours vary from orange to golden furs is how their physical trait looked like depending also in which line or country they originated. Most people will have the first impression of fear because of their large structure but once you get the trust of this canine, it will be hard to let go of them.

Golden Retrievers are not advisable to be a guard since they can be easy to please. They are not just kind, there are also some who are really active and playful even at their early stage as a puppy, that even a ball thrown at them would signify that you are playing with her. If they are poor for being a guard dog, they are best as working dogs especially for adult GRs that will focus with the assigned task to them.

When it comes to maintaining a Goden retriver, even if they say they don’t need much attention, it is advisable to have their regular exercise since they are active dogs and there are some that are prone to obesity. It is also better that you comb their hair regularly to maintain their shiny coat and there’s a time of the year where they shed too much.

Like any other canine, GR are very much loyal to their human or owners that leaving them would make them depressed and some will get sick and distressed. Span life of this breed is 10-12 years.

Dedicated to Belle
2004-2008
We miss you

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Getting your pet checked-up regularly is very important, especially if you keep a close contact with your pets. Domesticated animals like cats and dogs, have different treatments when it comes to diseases, the most common disease in dogs may differ from the diseases common in cats. Canine distemper is a major disease in dogs but this doesn’t include cats. Taking in account and getting familiar with your pets biological circle is a good practice, if you want your pet to be really healthy and not just look good outside but feel good from inside, you must make sure that what you are giving them is what they really need. Having healthy pets will reduce the risk of spreading diseases to other animals or even to their masters.

Preparing a cocktail of prescribed vitamins can also help the condition of your pets. Like hair loss and swelling, this is caused by lack of proper vitamins. Make sure that the vitamins that you give your pets are prescribed by a licensed veterinarian, because giving the wrong medications can cause trouble and even make your pets sick. And also keeping them clean is the most important thing that you have to do; giving them weekly or even twice a week of bath will help their hygiene and keep them smelling great.
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