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The World Dog Games are set to kick off on October 31 and last until November 1. The event is being held at the Acer Arena in New South Wales, Australia. Exclusively selected dogs and their partners will compete in four sports - Agility, Flyball, Dock Jumping, and Disc Dog. Not only this, but attendees will also be able to attend lectures and various dog-related showcases on the weekend. The World Dog Games is a great event for anyone who part...

You need to take some safety precautions when cycling with your dog. Fatigue and Heat Exhaustion Paws Traffic Laws Harness vs Collar Other animals Fatigue and Heat Exhaustion Always keep a close eye on your dog while cycling to make sure that it does not become fatigued or get heat exhaustion. Watch closely for the following signs of fatigue and exhaustion: Rapid, heavy panting Dripping mouth Glazed-over eyes Staggerin...

It is estimated that 44% of dogs in the U.S. are overweight or obese. Keeping your dog in prime physical condition can not only greatly extend its lifestyle and quality of life, but also save you thousands of dollars in vet bills. Let's take a look at some of common health problems obese dogs may face. Joint and Bone Damage Overweight and obese dogs put more strain and pressure onto their bones and joints than they were designed to carry. Havin...

Some people don’t feel safe cycling while holding their dog’s leash or tying it to the handlebars or seat, nor is it a good idea for some dogs to cycle off leash (and this isn’t a good idea for any dog when you’re cycling in built up areas with cars around). Here are some bike attachments that you can use to keep your dog and yourself safer when cycling if leash-holding or off-leash cycling isn’t for you. Springer BikerDog K-...

So you’ve decided that you’d like to start cycling with your dog. First, let’s take a look at some basic factors which will influence your and your pooch’s cycling. Your dog’s breed and size Your dog’s fitness level The temperature/weather Your Dog's Breed and Size A pug will never be able to run as far or as fast as a border collie. Whereas some dogs (such as herding breeds) tend to need a large amount of exercise other ...