It was five in the morning and Timmy wouldn’t stop barking. Timmy is a Jack Russell Terrier and belongs to my mother-in-law. We were watching him over the weekend and his barking was already driving me crazy. I rolled over in bed and informed my wife that Timmy would learn the word “Hush” today. Barking…

Quality management of white-tailed deer hasn’t been around for long, but lately it has taken off across the country. Areas that come to mind include Florida, Kansas, Iowa, the archery mecca of the Northeast, and of course Texas. Deer management has been around since the beginning, as each time an animal is captured, its impact…

Does your dog jump up and immediately start licking your face when you walk through the door? It may not be the loving sign of affection that most people perceive, but it certainly isn’t sinister either. It is a completely natural response to a “member of the family” for the dog. One thing is for…

Some time ago I had a client who had this question for me: “I have noticed that I have had menstrual cramps in the last few months and I usually do not have them. Can you tell me what you think it is?” It was determined, strangely or not strangely enough, that the cause of…

If your feline friend could speak your language, here are some things he probably would like you to know. 1) I am your boss. Get used to it. I decide when I want your company. I am not a dog who trusts you to make these decisions in our relationship. 2) I am a Phoenician….

Today I was reading the newspaper and I came across an interesting article about rescuing a dog. In West Monroe LA, a firefighter performed mouth-to-muzzle resuscitation and revived a small dog he found lifeless inside a burning mobile home. I was very impressed that this firefighter, Stephen “Odie” Odom, walked into the burning house when…

German Shepherds are among the most loyal and intelligent pets. Like all other dogs, they accompany their owners with love and company. Bringing a German Shepherd puppy home is a huge responsibility. You must realize that although you are buying the dog from a breeder, it is not an object. A dog is one of…

We knew it would be cold today. Temperatures were expected to stay in the 40s. And then there was the wind. One of those icy breezes that just blew through your clothes. We take turns sitting in our cars to warm ourselves, and we bundle the animals with wind blocks, keeping the little ones in…

Separation anxiety in dogs can confuse you as an owner. Every time you leave the house, your dog starts barking frantically and scratching at the door. Every time you pick up your keys and put on your coat, your dog will start to become uncontrollable. As you leave, your dog will chew on your furniture,…

Adopting a bichon is a great way to rescue a puppy or dog that has had a difficult life thus far. It is gratifying to know that you have saved a puppy and now have a special dog to raise as your own. Unfortunately, there are some drawbacks to bichon adoption and rescue. These include…