First of all, the site looks great Gary. This is Tonedog from back in the day. I decided to just randomly see if molosserdogs was still around, fearing the worst, but wow, looks good.  Maybe some controversial debate will help liven the place up a bit? lol Over the last few years I've been continuing my recreational research into dogs and dog history (which has now spanned many decades), and I've stumbled onto a realization that "mastiffs" basically don't exist and never did.   Hear me out...  I believe the mastiff category is merely comprised of retired dogs from various other functional types. They have no real genetic foundation making them a group and no real ancestral function. If you n

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The Calgary Model   The animal control bylaw in Calgary, Alberta, Canada has been hailed by many as a HUGE success.  While other cities and provinces in Canada are banning breeds, Calgary is choosing education program and stronger enforcement.  What's the end result?  By all accounts, reports and statistics, the bylaw is working!   Not only that, the bylaw works so well and the results are so highly praised, Calgary is inspiring animal control officials outside of Canada to use the bylaw as a model for their own animal control ordinances.     The following is written by Dana Grove:   The bylaw officers in Calgary have taken a stand against breed banning, and responded to dog bite concerns w

From signs and symptoms to what to do if your dog's been diagnosed, get the important dog cancer information you need.Posted: May 29, 2014, 2 p.m. PST While too many dogs still get diagnosed with cancer each year, new research and treatments are helping increase the quality and quantity of life for dogs with the disease. Education also works as a powerful tool in preventing and dealing with canine cancer. In observance of Pet Cancer Awareness Month in May, the staff at The Veterinary Cancer Center in Norwalk, Conn., offers information on the disease that can benefit both you and the dogs in your life. Do Dogs Get Cancer?Answer By Gina Olmsted, D.V.M.Not only do dogs get cancer, but cancer is

These 33 Dogs With The Most Unique Coats On Earth Took My Breath Away. My Favorite Is #7! These amazing dogs have such unusual colors and markings that once you see them, you’ll never be able to forget them. Some of these markings are a result of a rare genetic variations or conditions, but all of these dogs are undeniably beautiful. Of all the adorable and stunning dogs on the Internet, Reshareworthy.com collected and specifically chose the following 33 as the dogs with the most memorable and gorgeous markings!   This sweet husky has a natural little mask. This puppy also wears a mask! Everyone *nose* that this puppy has a lot of love to offer! This is Puck. He’s beautiful A

Beware! Plants Poisonous to Dogs Know which plants and foods are no-nos for your dog. By DC Editors | Posted: Mar 19, 2013, 3 p.m. EDT People are often surprised to learn that there are actually hundreds of plants potentially poisonous to dogs many of which could be in your home, or yard. The following is a list of some plants, trees, flowers, and foods that are poisonous to dogs: American bittersweet roots, leaves, berries Apple seeds, in large amounts Apricot seeds Autumn crocus -  Its active ingredient, colchicines, triggers an anti-metabolic effect that can cause rapidly dividing cells, shedding of the gastrointestinal tract, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting. Learn more>> Avocado l

June 14, 2011 The Science Diet website now has a page titled “The Truth About Pet Food Ingredients Pet Food Myths Answered with Facts”.  Here’s what Science Diets says and of course I have some follow up… The Science Diet webpage starts off like this… “The TRUTH about pet nutrition.”  They go on to say “It’s important to understand what is myth or fact when making choices about what you feed your pet.”  I agree Science Diet, it IS important for pet parents to understand what is myth or fact when making choices about pet food.  So, let’s see what Science Diet’s myths and truths are… “Myth 1:  Corn is just filler.”“Fact:  A filler is an ingredient providing no nutritional purpose.  Corn is NOT

There are those that believe that everyone should not use any aversive when training a dog or doing behavioral modification.  They believe operant and classical condition is the only way to go. Others prefer to use force corrections. They use tools like check chains, pronged collars, e-collars, etc. There are also those that call themselves balance trainers. Instead of trying to train a dog or modify its behavior by force only or positive reinforcement only they believe nature teaches us that you need to have a balance between both in when dealing with dogs. I'm curious as to what other preference are? Where do you stand on this subject. I won't condemn anyone for their methods of choice

Guardian of the WildernessIn the heart of the dense forest, where moonlight filtered through ancient pine trees, there existed a bond forged by wilderness itself. Lily, a petite woman with a spirit as fierce as the wolves that roamed the woods, embarked on a solo camping trip. Her only companion was Luna, a majestic Belgian Malinois—a guardian dog with eyes that held secrets of forgotten battles.Luna had been trained for protection, her loyalty unwavering. She sensed danger before it materialized, her instincts attuned to the rhythm of the wild. As Lily pitched her tent near the murmuring creek, Luna circled the perimeter, her ears alert, and her nose catching scents carried by the wind.On t

Title: "Guardian of the Night"In the quiet neighborhood of Willowwood, where the moon cast its silver glow upon the cobblestone streets, there lived an elderly man named Mr. Samuelson. His days were spent tending to his garden, sipping tea on the porch, and sharing stories with his loyal companion, a German Shepherd named Max.Max was no ordinary dog. His eyes held ancient wisdom, and his heart beat in rhythm with Mr. Samuelson's. They were inseparable, bound by a bond forged through years of shared laughter and quiet moments. Max had seen the seasons change, watched the leaves fall, and felt the warmth of the hearth on cold winter nights.One fateful evening, as the clock struck midnight, the

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"Alaska's Arctic is a brutally cold environment with North American record-breaking cold temperatures and fierce wind. Within this landmass of over 94,000 square miles, that is larger than several countries, is a vast wilderness that encompasses The Brooks Range which is the world's highest mountain range within the Arctic Circle. It extends 600 miles west to east across Alaska and into Canada. This region of jagged mountains, canyons, and rivers reaches widths of 200 miles and heights of 8,500 - 9,000 feet. Arctic Alaska is like no other place on earth.To quote Joe, "I've mushed tens of thousands of miles in Alaska's arctic and have only seen a portion of it. It would take two-hundred years

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"Large brachycephalic dogs — those with shortened snouts, like the Rottweilers, pit bulls and bulldogs — tend to have a biting advantage over the longer-snouted and smaller breeds. The study's authors believe the advantage could come down to the tasks the dogs were bred for:"Most of the large brachycephalic dogs are historically dedicated to the protection of humans (such as the rottweiler), whereas small brachycephalic dogs are dedicated to companionship, and mesocephalic or dolichocephalic dogs are dedicated to herding or hunting. For skills such as protection or attacking, breeders try to improve biting or gripping ability. Thus, it is not surprising to observe relatively higher bite forc