30 Sep Ultimate Dog Resource Guide

Dogs are known as man’s best friend for a good reason. They are a great source of fun, love, devotion and happiness. The joy that a dog or a puppy can bring into the life of an individual or a family is endless. A canine companion will always be there to chase away the loneliness, bring about laughter with its silly antics and always have enthusiasm to play with the people it loves. Dogs can be a great responsibility, but the positive impact a dog can have on a person’s life is worth it.

Dog Breeds

• Choosing A Family Dog – Advice about choosing the right dog breed for your family
• Guide Dog Breeds – Different breeds used popularly as guide dogs
• World Wide Web of Dogs – Guide to all dog breeds on the web
• Dog Genome Project – Genome Project of the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
• Lines of Evidence – Artificial Selection Dog Breeding
• Hypoallergenic Dog – An article about special breeding by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Nutrition For Dogs

• Nutrition For The Adult Dog – Recommendations by Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine
• Skeletal Diseases of the Growing Dog – Nutritional influences and the role of diet
• Animal Nutrition Handbook – Information about nutritional needs for dogs as well as cats and fish
• Canine Feeding and Nutrition – Information about nutrients and a diagram of a dog’s digestive system
• Feeding The Dog – An article from the University of Missouri that discusses all aspects of canine nutrition

Exercise Needs

• Canine Exercise and Socialization – Policies of the IACUC of exercise required by canines
• Dogs Take A Hike – A guide to taking your dog along on hiking and camping trip
• Preventing Canine Behavior Problems – Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine’s exercise recommendations
• Playing Games With Your Dog – Dr. P’s Dog Training talks about how to get your dog to hunt and/or play Hide-n-Seek
• Alternative Medicine For Dogs – Talks about the benefits of regular exercise for dogs and different methods of exercising
• Exercise For Dogs And Their Owners – Recommendations from Kansas State University about exercising for dogs and humans

Health Problems

• Pet Health Topics – Advice from Washington State University about pet health including dogs and cats
• Common Dog Diseases – Descriptions of common dog health issues and prevention methods
• Free Animal Health Resources – Resources provided by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
• Canine Spine Disorders – Resources on disorders of the back and spine of dogs
• Small Dog Health Concerns – Special things to consider when owning a small dog

Training

• Dr. P’s Dog Training Library – Comprehensive resource for all aspects of dog training
• Dog Training – A student from California Polytechnic Institute and her guide to dog training
• Pomeranian Training – A cute resource for Pomeranian lovers to learn how to train their dogs
• Dog Obedience Training Page – Training materials taken directly from personal experiences
• Beginning Training Tips – From leash training to basic sit and stay commands

Dog Shows

• Westminister Kennel Club Dog Show – World famous dog show
• Eukanuba Dog Show – A world famous dog show in partnership with the AKC

Canine Organizations

• American Kennel Club – America’s number one source for dogs and dog registries
• United Kennel Club – Largest all-breed performance dog registry in the world
• Continental Kennel Club – Dog registry services
• American Rare Breed Association – Protects rare breeds of dogs
• American Field Sporting Dog – Pedigree and stud services
• North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association – A registry for hunting dogs
• Fédération Cynologique Internationale – The world canine organization

Dog/Puppy Fun

• Daily Puppy – A new puppy every single day!
• Dog Fun Facts and Cool Links – Facts about dog history, breeds and jobs
• Amazing Dog Traits – Information about the senses of the dog including smell, sound, and sight.
• Dog Scouts of America – Scouting adventures for humans and dogs alike!
• Animal Planet – Ideas for fun things to do with your dog