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Earthdog Test
The purpose of non-competitive earthdog tests is to offer breeders and owners of small terriers and Dachshunds a standardized gauge to measure their dogs' natural aptitude and trained hunting and working behaviors when exposed to underground hunting.
COURSING ABILITY TEST II
After first witnessing Dino chasing the lure, Phillips became so interested in coursing that she formed her own all-breed lure coursing club in northern California where she resides.
COURSING ABILITY TEST
The Coursing Ability Test (CAT) is an introductory event fashioned after the sport of lure coursing. It tests a dog’s basic coursing instinct or hunting-by-sight ability. The dog chases an artificial lure and the test is a non-competitive pass/fail event
GETTING STARTED SHOWING YOUR DOG, AKC
You have purchased an AKC registered purebred dog, an addition to your family that has brought a new dimension to your life.
Cryptorchidism in Dogs (Retained Testes)
The testes normally descend into the scrotum while an animal is very young. For dogs, the descent to the final scrotal position is expected to be complete by the time the puppy is two months old.
Why Does My Dog Drool So Much?
Remember the slobbering Saint Bernard from the movie Beethoven? OK, maybe your dog doesn’t drool that much! But is it still a problem? There’s normal, healthy slobber that helps your dog eat and digest. And then there’s Niagara Falls.
Diarrhea in Dogs: Causes and Treatment
Diarrhea in Dogs: Causes and Treatment What Causes Diarrhea in Dogs? What Are the General Symptoms of Diarrhea? How Do I Treat Diarrhea? When Should I Take My Dog to the Vet? What Can I Expect at the Vet’s Office?
Why Is My Dog Dragging Its Bottom?
It's not something any of us wants to see -- the beloved family pooch scooting his bottom along the grass, ground, or carpet.