Matt Jackson

Corgis, especially popular with Queen Elizabeth II, are herding dogs. They are surprisingly energetic, given their somewhat squat stature, and they enjoy havin…

By Matt Jackson

Originally introduced as a means of testing the working capabilities and, therefore, breeding eligibility of German Shepherds, Schutzhund has developed into a…

By Matt Jackson

Dogs are amazingly adaptable, and it is surprising how well most dogs do when they have a leg amputated or removed. They learn to balance and can walk and run…

By Matt Jackson

Resource guarding is when a dog protects something it views as being its property. It might guard against you, family members, visitors, or even other dogs and…

By Matt Jackson

Anxiety is an uneasy feeling of nervousness. It can be caused by specific situations or events, or sometimes, it can come on with little to no warning. In dogs…

By Matt Jackson

When I’m walking my dog on roads and most public places, she is walked exclusively on a leash. She is still young, and I don’t want her running into traffic. S…

By Matt Jackson

When the sun is out, and your dog seems hot and is shedding hair everywhere, getting the clippers out and shaving them to keep them cool and comfortable can be…

By Matt Jackson

While most of us think of dogs as being loving companions and members of the family, dogs were first domesticated to work with humans, and they are still used…

By Matt Jackson

Occasional stress or fear is normal and natural in dogs, but problems occur if a dog exhibits high levels of anxiety or anxiety over a prolonged period. Anxiou…

By Matt Jackson

Carbohydrates are sugars, fibers, and starch. Strictly speaking, dogs technically do not need carbohydrates in their diet, but because carbs produce energy, th…

By Matt Jackson