Breed Basics – This week’s featured breed – Borzoi

Posted by Goldie on May 6th, 2013 under Behavior, Breed Basics, Miscellaneous, Pet of the Week!!!!, Random Dog Information • Comments Off

  Borzois were created to hunt wolves, fox and hare on the open plains of Russia.  Previously known as the Russian Wolfhound in the United States, Borzoi are sight hounds, meaning they hunt by sight instead of by scent.  Russian hunts frequently included 100 or more Borzoi at a time.  Their hunting instincts require that [...]

Breed Basics – this week’s featured breed – Border Collies

Posted by Goldie on April 29th, 2013 under Behavior, Breed Basics, Different Pet Days/Months, Pet of the Week!!!!, Random Dog Information, Uncategorized • Comments Off

  Border Collies have been a recognized breed for more than 100 years.  Historically they have always been working dogs and this trait remains unchanged today.  As part of the herding classification of working breeds, Border Collies will herd nearly anything that moves including people and objects that it encounters.  For this reason, families with [...]

Breed Basics – This week’s featured breed – Bedlington Terriers

Posted by Goldie on April 25th, 2013 under Behavior, Breed Basics, Different Pet Days/Months, Miscellaneous, Random Dog Information • Comments Off

  Bedlington Terriers are known for their lamb like appearance.  Often dark coated as a puppy, their wool like fur fades with age.  Grooming maintenance is high and requires the experience of a professional groomer to keep their coat trimmed and healthy.  Known for their gentle temperament and big hearts, Bedlingtons are family friendly dogs. [...]

Breed Basics – This week’s featured breed – Basenji

Posted by Goldie on April 15th, 2013 under Behavior, Breed Basics, Random Dog Information • Comments Off

  A sophisticated hunting dog native to Africa, the Basenji is agile and muscular.  Commonly considered the “barkless dog”, a Basenji is not incapable of making noise as they will often make a yodeling sound when they become excited.  Coloring varies from chestnut to black or brindle; however all have white feet, chest and tip [...]

Have a most happy Friday everyone!!

Posted by Goldie on April 12th, 2013 under Friday Funnies, Miscellaneous, Uncategorized • Comments Off

Dog training – A life saving practice

Posted by Goldie on April 11th, 2013 under Behavior, Community Updates, Doggy Daycare, Health Concerns, Miscellaneous, Random Dog Information • Comments Off

  Dog obedience is more than just good manners for your four legged best friend.  It can be a matter of saving your pet’s life.  In the event that your pet gets free from its’ leash, a dog failing to obey commands given by the owner can be the difference in their safety, as well [...]

Breed Basics – This week’s featured breed – Alaskan Malamute

Posted by Goldie on April 8th, 2013 under Behavior, Breed Basics, Different Pet Days/Months, Random Dog Information • Comments Off

  The Alaskan Malamute is a Nordic sled dog which descended from the Arctic Wolf.  They were actually names after the Mahlemuits which were an Alaskan Inuit Tribe who bred and cared for these dogs.  The Alaskan Malamutes were used 2,000 to 3,000 years ago by these people as their only form of transportation.  These [...]

Our New “Comfort” Room…. Onie’s Place

Posted by Goldie on April 4th, 2013 under Miscellaneous, Random Cat Information, Random Dog Information, Uncategorized • Comments Off

This comfort room is lovingly dedicated to Dr. Stroberg’s companion of 14 years, Onie, who sadly left us on April 2.  We have created a place that feels like home rather than clinical, where a family can take their time to say their goodbyes to their best friend.  Soft lighting, the sound of chirping birds [...]

Breed Basics – This week’s featured breed – Affenpinscher

Posted by Goldie on April 2nd, 2013 under Breed Basics, Different Pet Days/Months, Health Concerns, Miscellaneous • Comments Off

  The German translation for this breed is Monkey-Terrier and derives from the monkey like behavior and facial features of the Affenpinscher.  Serving as ratters and companions, Affenpinschers are small, fearless dogs.  They tend to be mischievous and fun-loving in personality; however quite demeanor quickly fades when threatened or attached no matter the aggressor.  Children [...]

Pet Pictures with the Easter Bunny (Westminster)

Posted by Goldie on March 27th, 2013 under Holiday Information, Miscellaneous, Random Cat Information, Random Dog Information • Comments Off

  Bring your pet to have their Easter picture to Benefit the Ellie May Fund! The Ellie May Fund was started to help provide care for pets whose family has financial hardships. A 5.00 donation for a 4×6 A10.00 donation for an 8×10 Animal Central 8308 Church Ranch Blvd 303-469-7387 Friday 3pm to 5pm Saturday [...]