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Dog Paddling Adventures
A new source of excitement for those who love
the outdoors as much as their dogs! Enjoy the beauty of
Ontario from a canoe, from quiet lakes and rivers to
whitewater. All equipment and meals are included, and
packages are designed for novice or experienced dogs and their people. |
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UberPest’s Journal
Whether you’ve been hiking with your dogs for years or just
getting started, this site can help make your trip both safer and fun,
right down to the nuts and bolts what gear you should use and making
your own collar. Beautiful photos of the dogs having fun! Also covers
other topics like 4-H and Obedience. |
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Canines Cut a Rug
Michael Leahy of the Washington Post introduces us to Caitlin, an Irish
Setter, and friends during a dance workshop called Canine Musical
Freestyle. |
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Getting Started with
Freestyle
By Alison Jaskiewicz. Well written introduction to this growing sport.
Highlights the steps from obedience training to choreography. |
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Inline-Skating with Your Dog
Are you an avid skater? Wishing you could take your dog out with you?
Stop here to see what gear you need to start with, and be sure to read
the online tutorial. Of particular importance, learning how to stop! |
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Canine
Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a condition characterized by seizures brought about by an
"electrical storm" inside the brain. Seizures can range from violent
convulsions, temporary behavior changes, or simple twitching.
Canis
Lupus Familiaris (the Dog)
Basic biological information explains the general reproduction and
behaviors of the dogs. From the University of Michigan.
Developmental
Skeletal Diseases
This article focuses on the relationship of nutrition and the
development of conditions such as hip and elbow dysplasia. Discusses
the role of
several key nutrients in developing dogs.
Diagrams
of Dog Anatomy
View diagrams of the canine skull, abdomen, skeleton, wrist, nervous
system, and the brain.
Molecular
Evolution of the Dog Family
Robert K. Wayne, from the Institute of Zoology, London, uses molecular
genetics to track the evolution of dog-like carnivores. Discusses the
relationship of canids to other carnivores as well as to each other.
Teeth
as a Guide to Your Dog's Age
Many factors influence tooth condition and eruption time. This page
gives a general time-line for the appearance of new teeth in pups as
well as an idea of the wear seen in older dogs.
Temperature
Adaptation in Northern Dogs
The northern dog breeds are designed to conserve heat with their thick
coats. When introduced to a warm climate, these dogs utilize two
mechanism of
heat control.
Wolfdog
Genetics
Molecular geneticist Jody Haynes presents evidence that the dog and the
wolf are in fact of the same species. Her stance is based on the
analysis of
canine DNA.
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