ALL ABOUT THE BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG

If you have done your research and are sure a Bulldog is the one for you, you have two options: A reputable breeder or a rescue. A reputable breeder is a dog fancier who shows their dogs, does health checks for heritable conditions, is a member of the breed club, and has a genuine interest in improving the breed. Their dogs should have show titles, health clearances, and be registered with the AKC.

The breeds that do best in performance events, and therefore are thought to be the smartest, are not necessarily so. A different perspective on canine intelligence.

We all know what bloating is. It is basically an abnormal accumulation of air in the stomach after having a heavy meal. For us, feeling bloated is just feeling physically uncomfortable, but it is also an inconvenience of our own. However, bloating in dogs is completely different. In fact it is a serious condition that requires immediate treatment and possibly the number one cause of death to many dog breeds. When a dog is bloated, the stomach twists, and the dog tries to vomit but it can’t expel the air. This is a condition that leads to death if left untreated.

We have often wondered if dogs can see in color or is it only in black and white? Well, veterinarians used to believe that it was only in black and white, but recent studies have shown that dogs do have some vision in color. They are unable to see as brightly and as much of a variety as we are, but they do have 20% of the cone photoreceptor cells that humans do.

There are a lot of people who take regular vitamins and supplements to keep up with their recommended allowances. However, there are also a number of pet owners who are looking into giving their pets vitamins and other supplements to help keep them as healthy as possible. When you have a dog that you are caring for, it might be in your best interest to learn a lot more about the different supplements, natural additives and multivitamins for their overall health.