Introduction Skin problems Dogs can be represented in different forms. Skin parasites, such as fleas, ticks and lice can cause follicular alopecia – hair loss, mainly in the area between the front and rear paws, granuloma caused by constant licking of wounds, dermatitis caused by licking, and dandruff. Problems with the thyroid gland can also lead to problems with hypothyroidism, which, in turn, can lead to dry skin, itchy skin […] Introduction The eye is the most vulnerable organ of this breed and can be damaged very easily. It is very hard to discover a certain eye disease in your dog; that is why you should be very attentive when you are checking your pet for any kind of illnesses. If you have noticed any sign of inflammation, you should immediately visit a veterinarian. Symptoms of Eye Problems Among the most […] Introduction Having a new dog is always a good thing and picking a name for him/her is a very important moment because the name of the dog can describe his/her character. Dogs are individuals and do not forget that they may or may not like their names as well. While looking for a name for Jack Russell Terrier it will be a good decision to take into consideration dog’s specific […] Choosing a dog is a big responsibility and there are many factors which may influence the choice. Picking a beagle means taking into consideration many things and one of them is life expectancy. Of course, different breeds have different average lifespan. Usually beagles’ average lifetime is between 12 and 15 years. But the important point here is that life expectancy can be influenced by different factors. These can be genetics, […] Introduction Shedding is one of many biological processes that occur inside a dog’s body, and in this case, it goes throughout the year. There are a couple of reasons behind dog shedding, which are quite logical and self-explanatory. For example, every 2 times a year they either gain more fur or lose it to keep up with the weather effects (temperature, humidity, etc.). This can also be seen as a […] Introduction 5-months age is marked by the beginning of “transitional period” for a puppy: though playful and cute, a small creature begins to show first traits of stubbornness, filwulness and rebellious character. During this time a dog owner should pay attention to moderate training and puppy’s socialization among other dogs and people. Size 5-months Labrador retriever is already a big and large dog by its size: its average weight is […] Introduction Beagle is a perfect hunter that is able to trace small or medium-sized wild animals and lift birds after they have been shot by a hunter. As a rule, people who keen at chasing wild animals, are prefer to by a young Beagle who is already trained with basic hunting skills. But how to train a small Beagle puppy if you want to use it as a hunting dog? […] Picking a dog may become a serious challenge and in order to make the right choice you will have to think about all possible consequences in advance. If you think that Jack Russell Terrier is a suitable dog for you, you have to find out about some specific features of this dog. Jack Russell Terrier has been created as a special breed 200 years ago in order to hunt fox. […] Size and Weight The mix of Beagle and Jack Russell Terrier is also called Jack-A-Bee. It is a small to medium seize dog with the height being up to 16 inches and weight being from around Jack Russell’s 13 to Beagle’s 30 pounds weight borders. Temperament and Lifespan As usual, the mix cobines the psychological traits of pure breeds. For the Jack-A-Bee the mix derives intelligence, independence from both pure […] Introduction 4 month old Labrador retriever is a cute, active and very curious puppy who keeps on to discover the surrounding world. A Labrador retriever of this particular age needs special and careful attention from a dog owner: well-balanced diet, moderate training and in-time vet examinations should be a must. Size and Weight As a rule, 4-months old Labrador puppy is rather big and heavy dog: it’s average size is […]