![Facts Of Earthdog Breeds Training, Trails And Test [Expert Advice]](https://www.puppiesdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Earthdog-Breeds-Training-768x505.jpg "Facts Of Earthdog Breeds Training, Trails And Test [Expert Advice] 1")
Earthdog trials have been around since the early 1980s to test dogs’ instincts for going underground and hunting quarry. These exciting events allow dogs to showcase their talents in simulated underground tunnels while their handlers evaluate their working abilities. Dogs as small as 10 pounds up to 20 inches tall can compete, including Cairn Terriers,…
Schutzhund (German for “protection dog”) is an advanced 3-phase canine sport focused on developing dogs’ obedience, tracking, and protection work. Also known as IGP (Internationale Gebrauchshund Prüfung) and previously IPO (Internationale Prüfungs-Ordnung), Schutzhund/IGP originated in Germany in the early 1900s as a test for the German Shepherd breed. Today, many dog breeds can participate in…
Lure coursing, a motorized lure made of plastic strips, travels 500-700 yards along a fenced track at speeds up to 40 mph. Your dog races after the lure, propelled by their desire to capture this ‘prey.’ With their athleticism on full display, dogs can reach top speeds of 30+ mph during a coursing run. Some…
Search and rescue (SAR) dogs are four-legged heroes who save lives daily. More than 300 specially-trained canines across the U.S. are ready to be deployed immediately when disasters strike. Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds, and Belgian Malinois are the most popular breeds for SAR work, making up 45%, 32%, and 10% of working dogs, respectively. SAR…
![Coping With the Loss of Your Dog [Finding Comfort When A Pet Passes Away]](https://www.puppiesdiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Coping-With-the-Loss-of-Your-Dog-768x494.jpg "Coping With the Loss of Your Dog [Finding Comfort When A Pet Passes Away] 5")
The loss of Your Dog can feel like losing a family member. According to a 2019 American Pet Products Association survey, 67% of U.S. households own a pet, with 63.4 million homes having a dog. When one of the estimated 76.8 million pet dogs in the U.S. dies, it’s normal to feel heartbroken. Research shows…
Caring for female dogs and newborn puppies is a responsible task. What to expect when your female dog becomes a new mother? Female dogs often need special care and attention for 2-3 weeks to ensure they and their puppies thrive. Caring for a Female dog after giving birth The Female dog who gave birth to…
