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Why should pooches have to suffer with just a mat or rug on the floor while their owners are cuddling up in a posh bed with fluffy pillows and down-topped mattresses? Doesn’t man’s bet friend deserve some considerations?

Now your pet can sleep in style, as well, with a number of upscale dog beds on the market. What kind of bed you should get for your pooch depends on their needs.

If you have an older dog that’s starting to creak and hurt in his old age, there are upscale dog beds designed to make them a little more comfortable. If you live in a colder climate that is uncomfortable for your pup, you can consider a heated pet bed that will keep their muscles and joint from tightening up. Another great upscale pet bed for older dogs is an orthopedic dog bed. Dogs are like people when it comes to old aching body parts as they age. A dog orthopedic bed has 8 or more inches of supporting foam, with a layer of fleece on the top for comfort, then a headrest pillow, so they can enjoy a great sleep.

If your pet hasn’t gotten to the age where they need that kind of support yet, you may just want to let them show off a bit with fun, upscale dog beds. Some of the simple designs are large cushion or pillow beds that are personalized with the pooch’s name on them. Others have even more style.

Some upscale dog beds are made to look more like people furniture than pet furniture. These upscale dog beds may look like sofas, albeit smaller than the one in your living room. These doggie sofas have cushions and look like the real thing, but have enough space for your dog to stretch out and be supported by thick foam. Additionally, you can select colors of these sofas to match your home in shades from terracotta to cool sky, silver and even Wedgewood.

For some pampered pooches, good upscale dog beds are all about the material. From microvelvet to suede and fleece, there are materials to meet even the most discerning pup’s preferences.

If you have a dog that likes to get away from the public you can let them create their own little world in upscale dog beds that are designed like a pouch. Your pet can crawl inside and feel safe in their own den.

For the traveling hound, there are even upscale dogs beds to make sure they are cozy on the road, with a sleepover travel bed that rolls up and has shoulder straps for easy carrying, by a human. When you roll out the bed, it’s not just some tired sleeping bag, but three layers of fiber filling for comfort, and inner cushions with fleece.

No longer do dogs have to be left with boring beds, the world of upscale dog beds has come a long way and has something for every k-9 taste.

Boxer Dogs

Boxer Dogs were created in Germany; Boxer is a breed of stocky, short haired, medium size dog. There can be different kinds of color of a boxer; brindle, fawn with or without white markings. The boxer was bread from the English bulldog and is now part of the Molosser group, which used to be the Bullenbeisser which is now extinct. Boxers have broad yet short skulls, as well as a square muzzle with an under bit. They have very powerful jaws which allow them to hang on to their prey.

Boxers were first discovered at a dog show back in Munich in the year 1895. According the American Kennel Club, boxers dogs are now the sixth most popular dog in the United States for the second year in a row. They used to be the seventh most popular dog dating back from 2002. There are approximately 33,550 new dogs resisted every year.

Boxer Descriptions.

Boxer dogs have the most unique feature as the head is very distinctive. Boxers were originally a “docked and cropped” breed. This is somewhat banned in the United States as many animal rights groups as well as the general public have banned this technique. The do still cut their tails but the crop of the ears has died down. Adult boxer dogs can usually weight between 55 to 70 pounds. Adult’s males are usually a lot taller and weigh more than females. Males can be any where from 22 to 25 inches tall, as females are about 21 to 23 inches. Boxers will either be fawn colored or brindle colored or they can be almost all white. Many boxers have white patches throughout their bodies.

Boxers have extremely shot hair with shiny smooth coat that is extremely tight to their bodies. Boxers can only be bathed once or twice a month to since their hair is so short. Each boxer is unique in its own personal way. .

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As a general rule, if a Mastiff is well socialized as a puppy, then it will get along well with other dogs as an adult. It should be as calm and patient with other dogs as it is with children. In fact, most Mastiffs love playing with small dogs. The Mastiff is peaceful and tolerant, and usually will just turn its back even if attacked. It will rarely fight unless it has to in order to protect itself or a member of the family.

If your Mastiff was unlucky and not well socialized as a puppy, then it may be aggressive toward other dogs. In this case, it is best not to place such a dog in the same family as another dog of the same sex. When your puppy matures, the two dogs will fight for dominance – it is just in their nature to behave this way.

If you are find that your Mastiff is overly aggressive, you have several options:

– Check with a dog trainer if your mastiff can be retrained – Have your vetenarian check for physical problems that could affect his behavior – If he/she is constantly fighting other dogs, consider getting the dog spayed or neutered – Try a lower protein diet no more than 18% protein

One thing you should never do is get between fighting dogs. If your Mastiff does get into a fight, the best option is for the respective owners to grab each dog by the rear legs and drag them away from each other. Naturally you would not want to try this with any strange dog. Where you have managed to separate two fighting dogs, turn your dog’s face away from the other dog ‘ if they catch sight of each other, the fight will flare up again.

The Mastiff dog breed will normally will live peaceably with other animals, even though his ancestors may have been hunters. That’s not to say that your Mastiff won’t chase a rabbit, squirrel, or cat if given the chance. However, it will quickly learn the difference and distinguish between a squirrel in the back yard and a fellow pet in its own household.

As is the case with other dogs, how your Mastiff reacts to other animals depends almost entirely on how well socialized he was as a youngster. You will soon find that you Mastiff has a unique personality, and that two puppies given similar backgrounds will still show different levels of tolerance towards other animals – some may love to chase cats; others tolerate or ignore them. A Mastiff who grows up around other animals, whether a cat in an apartment or a chicken on a farm, will likely get along well with all other animals.

So if you are bringing a Mastiff puppy into a household where there are no other animals, you should make extra efforts to visit friends and locations where you know he will meet a variety of dogs and animals. When you are looking to acquire a mature Mastiff, from a Mastiff rescue, perhaps, or a Mastiff kennels, you must verify for yourself that he knows how to behave in the company of other strange dogs and animals. Good Mastiff breeders will understand your concern.

You simply cannot afford risks to the public or other animals when you take him out in public, so before you purchase be absolutely certain that your Mastiff can behave in public.

Dog Parks and Starting One in your Community

Dog Parks are becoming more and more popular. They are not only fun for our dogs but , are also a great place for humans to interact. They provide a place for dogs to run off leash and socialize with other dogs, as well as allowing for owners to socialize at the same time.

Unfortunately not all communities have Dog Parks available for our canine friends. If your community does not have a Dog Park available to you here are some guidelines on getting a park started.

First off do some research.

Is anyone else developing a Dog Park in your area. Find out about rules and regulations that pertain to your community. Can local parks or recreation departments be of any help. Talk to people in your community and get some feedback about opening a park in your area. When planning park keep in mind traffic patterns, neighborhoods, noise, etc Set up a liaison with city, neighborhood, and dog owners Assign someone to monitor use Set up times that park will be available for use. Rules for using the Dog Park

Present you Community with the benefits of having a Dog Park.

Dogs can socialize and exercise in a safe environment. Helps to promote responsible pet ownership Will help to promote public health and safety Provides a meeting place for dog owners to socialize. Provides access for people with disabilities to exercise their pets.

Dog Park should include:

At least 1 acre or more of ground and be surrounded with a 4′ to 6′ fence. The entry should be gated Regular maintenance should be performed (cut grass, waste clean up, etc.) Wheelchair access Plenty of shade and water A separate parking area Station to dispose of waste Benches, tables, trash cans, etc Complete set of rules for using the Dog Park

With this general guideline you will be well on you way to developing a Dog Park in your area. We hope to see your Dog Park up and running soon.

Article written by Kevin Gawricki

Kevin is owner of Dog Gone Good Stuff which he founded because of the need for a place that caters specifically to dogs and their owners specific needs. Please feel free to visit Dog Gone Good Stuff for all your dogs needs. Web address www.doggonegoodstuff.com