Category: Pets

Pet Profile: The Confident Rottweiler

Do you need a protective dog that is intelligent and devoted to its owners? If so, you may want to consider buying a Rottweiler. These big dogs were bred to be very versatile working dogs. They guard their homes and families, excel in agility training, and think that they are tiny lapdogs when they are …

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Pet Profile: The Clever Miniature Pinscher (Min Pin)

If you love the sleek, muscled appearance of the Doberman Pinscher, but you don’t want a big dog, you may want to consider a Miniature Pinscher, Zwergpinscher, or Min Pin. These dogs are very similar in appearance to Dobermans, but are almost one hundred pounds lighter. The Miniature Pinscher may look like a miniature Doberman, …

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Pet Profile: The Tenacious American Staffordshire Terrier

Since the American Staffordshire Terrier is famous for its fighting ability, it is no wonder that this powerful breed has a muscular build. However, there is much more to this breed than its unfortunate heritage as an aggressive fighter. Many Staffordshire Terrier lovers praise this breed’s affectionate and loyal family nature. The Staffordshire Terrier was …

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Pet Profile: The Keen Bull Terrier

The Bull Terrier is a good dog that has developed a bad reputation. This dog was created to fight and when a Bull Terrier is mistreated, it can be made into a dog that is quite aggressive, even vicious. With proper care and training, a Bull Terrier puppy can grow up to be a sweet …

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Pet Profile: The Gentle Bulldog

A Bulldog is much more than a pair of sad eyes and droopy jaws, but this dog’s appearance is a major reason for its popularity. The other reason these dogs are so popular is that they have a sweet and gentle nature. This breed was originally created to help butchers slaughter bulls. Some people used …

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Pet Profile: The Steady Komondor

The Komondor was originally brought to Hungary by nomads to guard their sheep and is still used for that purpose today.  The earliest account of this breed is from the 16th century. The dog is said to be related to some Russian breeds and is a descendent of Tibetan dogs. The Komondor is still used …

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Pet Profile: The Graceful Greyhound

The Greyhound is a breed with the ability to run fast, and unfortunately often valued solely for their racing abilities, as many Greyhound owners use their dogs to compete in races and put them down when they lose too many races. However, these dogs can also be wonderful pets and many of them are rehabilitated …

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Pet Profile: The Reliable Golden Retriever

So, you read THE WATCHER a dozen times, you’ve seen Golden Retrievers working as guide dogs, and now you want to buy a Golden Retriever puppy of your own. However, before you bring one of these cuddly yellow fuzz balls home, you need to be sure a Golden Retriever is really the right dog for …

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Pet Profile: The Powerful Bull Mastiff

The Bull Mastiff is a cross between a Mastiff and a Bulldog. Originating from England, the Bull Mastiff was developed to work with the law to track down, tackle and hold poachers. The dogs are fierce and threatening to criminals. The Bull Mastiff was also prized as a hunting guard and as an aid in …

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Crochet Card Project: Loss of Pet Sympathy Card

A sympathy note will always be welcome.Take the time to send a card to let someone know you’re thinking of them.This card can bring comfort for the loss of a cat or dog.Linda ❤️ Supplies 5½ x 4¼ card Paw Print Scrapbook Paper Solid Color Scrapbook Paper Yarn: #3 lightweight yarn in dk gray or …

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