Furminator Ruins A Dog’s Coat? Or Should You Use It?
If you have a dog that has a lot of hair and does a lot … Read more
Dog Resources
Dog Pulling On Leash & Now Coughing – Is It A Collapsed Trachea?
We’ve all been there – you’re out walking your pup and he gets excited or … Read more
Does Home Depot Allow Dogs Inside? Is It Dog-Friendly? (Store Pet Policy)
Many dog owners treat their pets just like family. They like to take them as … Read more
How Do You Find Responsible Rescue?
If you’ve landed at NCRAOA because you’re looking for a purebred, your best bet is … Read more
The Critical Stages of Puppyhood
Definition, a critical stage: A short period during which a relatively small amount of effort … Read more
How To Read & Understand Dog Food Labels
We all want our dogs to live long, happy, healthy lives. We know that good … Read more
The Myth of Over Population in Regard to Shelter Animals
There are dogs, puppies, cats and kittens killed every week in this country’s animal shelters. … Read more
Behavior ~ HOUSETRAINING Solve the Problem by Understanding the Process
by Ian Dunbar, PhD, MRCVS This article is copyrighted by the AKC Gazette. Permission must … Read more
How To Stop Your Dog From Jumping on You
One of the reasons most often given for surrendering a dog to a shelter is … Read more
New Puppy Training Checklist (15 Tips For New Dog Owners)
The best time to start training your puppy is when you bring it home. Puppies … Read more
What Should I Know About Boarding My Dog?
I have owned/operated a small boarding kennel exclusively for dogs almost eighteen years. During that … Read more
Accepted Standardization Of Dog Breed Height/ Weight [Quick Reference Guide]
The following list is in alphabetical order by breed as a quick reference for adult … Read more