Tag: Puppies

A relatively new breed to the United States, the Tibetan Mastiff has an ancient history in Asia. Marco Polo once described this dog as “tall as a donkey with a voice as powerful as that of a lion.” This large dog has a friendly disposition yet intimidating presence. Find out more about the Tibetan Mastiff in Best Bully Sticks Breed Spotlight on the Tibetan Mastiff!

History & Background: Potentially, Tibetan Mastiffs originated from Molossus breeds, an extinct large breed dog. It is known that Tibetan Mastiffs are an ancient breed that can be traced back to 1100 B.C. China. At a point, these dogs were seemingly isolated in the Himalayan Mountains in Tibet where it developed into the dog recognized as the modern Tibetan Mastiff. 

This dog was used as a guard dog for flocks, homes, tents and more. This breed was sometimes tied up to enhance aggressive tendencies. These dogs are still sometimes used a guard dogs in different parts of the world.

A Tibetan Mastiff was brought to Queen Victoria in the mid 1800s and popularity for these dogs began to rise. More were imported into England and the English began to breed and standardize Tibetan Mastiffs. The breed didn’t gain a lot of popularity in the United States until 1980. The Tibetan Mastiff was recognized by the AKC in 2006 and first shown at Westminster in 2008.

In Asia, the term “mastiff” attached to this dog’s name is somewhat of a misnomer. In many languages, including Nepali, Mongolian and Mandrin Chinese, all translations of this dog’s name simply mean “dog,” “home guard,” or “door guard.” The term “mastiff” was mostly likely used because it meant “large dog” but is suggested that a more correct name for this dog might “Tibetan Mountain Dog.” Read more

Sometimes the excitement of bringing a new puppy home for the first time can cloud your judgment and you can end up spending a lot of money on dog supplies that you really don’t need. You may think that that extra toy is really going to make the difference but in reality, most new puppies don’t actually need a lot of things and you can actually save yourself a lot of money by doing some research before purchasing.

There are some bare essentials that any puppy needs in order to live a happy life in their new home but you don’t need to go overboard. You do need to be aware that some dog supply stores may try and get you to spend more money that you need to and recommend all sorts of things that you really don’t need. If you feel like spoiling your dog then by all means go ahead but if you want to do things on a budget follow this guide for a full list of all the dog supplies you will need.

First of all you need to get your new puppy food and water bowls. These are clearly essential and the best option is to choose one that is stainless steel as it is likely to be durable. Plastic is not a good idea as some plastic products contain a substance that can be toxic to your pet. Ceramic bowls tend to look good but can chip and crack easily and if you want to safe money, choose something that is durable.

Your new puppy will need a collar or a harness. There is a wide range of both but you do need to make sure that you choose something that is suitable for your dog’s size. As a general rule of thumb you should be able to fit 2 fingers under the collar. It is a good idea to check your dog’s collar regularly to make sure it is not becoming too tight or loose. This is one of the dog supplies that you really need to get right so make sure you take your time over it.

Buy your new pet some tasty bite-sized dog treats as these will really make him feel at home and happy. This dog supply is also important when it comes to obedience training and house training. You need to reward your dog’s good behavior in some way and dog treats are the perfect solution.

A retractable leash is a good idea for a boisterous puppy. This allows your puppy to run around freely and get some really good exercise but gives you the sort of control you need to keep them safe. A retractable leash is a better option than a standard leash as your puppy won’t experience the same sort of uncomfortable resistance.

Your dog will need a bed so this is a very important one to add to your list of dog supplies. When choosing the bed you need to make sure that your pet can fit comfortably inside it. Don’t be tempted to get something too big as this can make a dog feel insecure and uncomfortable if they have too much space. Make sure his bed is as comfortable as possible as this is where he will spend the majority of his time.

Chew toys are a great addition to any list of dog supplies. As puppies are well-known for their destructive chewing behaviors and chew toys can stop this problem and keep them entertained. Get as many interesting chew toys as possible as this will greatly reduce the risk of your new puppy chewing your favorite shoes.

Dog supplies for a new pooch don’t have to cost the earth, if you do your research and decide what you need before visiting the dog supply store then you can save yourself some money and kit your new canine companion out completely!

The Shiba Inu Puppy Cam

I can’t help it ….. it’s totally addictive.   I spend hours watching puppies sleep, puppies play, puppies eat and puppies piddle and I’m not the only one.  Over the last month, hundreds of loyal followers have tuned in to watch the every move of Shiba’s puppies on UStream Live TV.

The six Shiba Inu puppies, three boys and three girls turned 4 weeks old on November 4th 2008.  They now have their own collars that help to identify them.

Girls:
- Autumn (Purple collar)
- Ayumi (Yellow collar)
- Amaya (Red collar)

Boys:
- Aki (Green collar)
- Akoni (Black collar)
- Ando (Blue collar)

The feed has had over millions of views and nearly 300 subscribers… all watching these tiny pups grow right before our eyes.

It will be interesting to watch these pups grow and have their first taste of dog food, their first bully sticks and finally find their new owners.

Tune in now and see for yourselves why Puppy Cam is so addictive!