The German Shepherd Is Also Known By These Other Names: Alsatian, Deutscher Schaferhund, GSD. German Shepherd Dog Temperament The German Shepherd is among the most intelligent dogs and its versatility and excellence in performing all kinds of activities has ensured its eternal position in the hall of fame when it comes to police functions, search…
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The Beatles – Songs released in 1964
Songs released by The Beatles in 1964, listed alphabetically. The Beatles released two official albums in the UK in ’64: A hard day’s Night & beatles for sale. You will see below that while Paul McCartney was writing some great songs during this period, John Lennon was the biggest creative force in 1964. As things…
An exciting story: Robin and the drug dealers
The Master of the House, Mr. Trevor John, addressed all the boarders gathered in the school grounds of Daly College, the first residential school established for the English in Indore. Well boys,” he said, “today is checkout day.” Any older boys who wish to book can give their names to the house prefect. But remember…
Dog allergy symptoms: does your dog have an allergy?
Canine allergy symptoms often tend to be similar, distinct from the cause of the allergy, and this doesn’t help when it comes to figuring out the cause of the problem. However, there are small indicators to be aware of if you think your dog has an allergy, and these can be used to determine a…
Puma – What’s in a name?
I used to hate the term “Cougar” for all the obvious reasons. First, she conjured up images of Mrs. Robinson in a girdle and garters, smoke billowing around her alcoholic head as she seduced a vulnerable (but willing) Benjamin. She fast-forwards to leopard-clad women over 40 showing too much cleavage, sporting 4-inch stilettos, hanging out…
The Language of Dogs by Sarah Kalnajs
The “Language of Dogs” DVD is a very useful video that is suitable for owners who want to study and understand their dog’s body language. Although Joyful Doggy is more of a website that teaches the basics and fundamentals of clicker training, I believe that understanding what your dog is trying to tell you is…
Tips to make professional dog training successful for you and your dog
Have you ever wondered what your dog needs from you? Do you think a trainer will solve all of your canine’s behavior problems? To understand your furry friend, you need to know that much of the dog’s behavior can stem from body language that your dog picks up but you’re not aware you’re projecting. Read…
Interesting Desmans Facts: Feeding Behavior, Nest Building, and Habitat
Desmanes exhibit a very different way of life, of which there are two species. The Pyrenean desman Galemys pyrenaicus is confined to the fast-moving, permanent streams of the Pyrenees mountain range and parts of northern Iberia, the Russian desman Desmana moschata is found only in the slower-moving waters and lakes of western and central Iberia….
Use of visual aids and props to give more powerful presentations
Visual aids and props can go a long way in lending interest and depth to your presentation. Many people are very visual in nature. “Did you see that!” Audiences tend to remember visually presented information with greater clarity and detail. If you’re still a little nervous, a little “accessory” will help keep your hands “busy”,…
History of the Golden Retriever
Have you ever wondered where the magnificent breed, the golden retriever, came from? This relatively new breed has a wonderful history. The origin of the breed dates back to the 19th century in Scotland. The breed was developed by Lord Tweedmouth, a British nobleman who wanted an agile hunting dog that was equally good to…