Ever get that gut
feeling that something is wrong? If your dog is plagued by bouts of these
gastrointestinal maladies: sloppy looking poop, diarrhea, or nasty gas
attacks-- chances are the intestines are battling an unhealthy mix of bacteria.
Reasons for this can range from food intolerances or allergies, repeated
exposure to antibiotics and other medications, and poor digestion. In fact,
the gut is often the first to send out the alarm: something is rotten here!
To understand how important a healthy gut is to your dog's overall health, let's
begin with some basic gut stuff that impacts us humans as well.
A new look at two old natural health superstars: Enzymes and Probiotics
Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) has infected the minds of legislators and insurance companies all across our country. This deadly dog virus targets lazy lawmakers and greedy insurance companies.
Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) has infected the minds of legislators and insurance companies all across our country. This deadly dog virus targets lazy lawmakers and greedy insurance companies.
Zephyr - photo by Roger Rowlett
Frankie - photo by JAH
Ringer, Owner: Dave Stone
Ringer is a rescue from WI Border Collie Rescue. He is a flyball champion and has earned is working toward his AKC Master Agility and Master Agility Jumpers with Weaves titles.
Bena © Emma Reeves 2006
Harlow photo by Joseph Abken
Training and intelligence
They take to training well. They are very intelligent, and enjoy activities that challenge their mind such as obedience, agility etc. German Shepherds are able and willing to serve in a huge variety of roles, but positive, reward based training methods will get the best results.
Temperament
German Shepherds are loyal, brave and protective. They can be wonderful family dogs, but children must be taught to respect them.
Attitude towards strange dogs and people
Eddy - photo by Hodges family
Oliver
Otis, photo by Jessica Shaver 2006