Hybrid dogs are also referred to as designer dogs. They are the results of controlled breeding of two purebred dogs. Compared to mutts, hybrid dogs have purebred parents and were deliberately bred to each other to create the desired hybrids that possess the positive traits of two distinct breeds of dogs.

However, there is no guarantee that the offspring of breeding two purebred dogs will be the same each time. Not all designer dogs contain 50% of each breed. Only the first generation hybrid offspring are 50/50. There is really no guarantee that the offspring will possess the desired trait.

Designer dogs don’t come cheap, being often as expensive as purebreds. In fact, some can be more expensive than their purebred counterparts. If you want to have a hybrid dog, how about first considering dog adoption? There are many hybrid dogs in rescue shelters waiting for somebody to brin ... Read more »

With so many pet food ingredients considered unwholesome and unhealthy for pets, many pet parents choose to feed dogs with homemade diets. Whether you are cooking or raw feeding your pooch, you should read up about pet nutrition and ask for your vet’s guidance in formulating a nutritionally balanced diet for your pet.

Before deciding to switch your pooch to a homemade diet, you should be fully aware that preparation will take time, commitment, and research. You should have enough time to prepare your pet’s diet and be ready to commit to the regimen for the rest of your pet’s life.

Homemade diets also tend to be more expensive than many commercial pet food products, but you can never compromise quality for quantity when it comes to your pet’s dietary needs. What you spend on quality nutrition will eventually lead to long-term savings because you make lesser v ... Read more »

Your Perkasie veterinarian knows that you want to spend as much time with your pet as you can, and sometimes this means bringing him along when you travel. While every pet will have his own challenges when it comes to meeting their needs on the road, there are some things that should be address across the board. As a pet owner, you should be aware of your pet’s likes, dislikes, and care requirements at all times. If possible, try to keep your pet on the same schedule as he is at home so there will be some sense of familiarity for your pet to hang on to. Remember, when heading into unfamiliar territory, your pet will probably be a bit scared and will need your reassurance. If he has any comfort items, bring them along for the ride as well. To read more, please visit this website Ark Animal Hospital of Souderton.

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