read the phrase in the title somewhere, and even though it is a blatant rip off of a line from Forest Gump, I thought it was a pretty appropriate way to describe the world's oldest water retriever, circus performer and truffle hunter. Poodles are lively and active dogs, are very loyal and absolutely love (crave.) attention. The life span of the Poodle is about 12 to 15 years or more, with some that I've heard of living up to 18. They are a very smart dog - one of the smartest by any method you care to apply

Dental care is important responsibility for pet owners, but too many owners are not familiar with the steps to maintaining the dental hygiene of their dog. Your dogs’ mouth is a breeding ground for bacteria, and even though their natural defense systems are very effective, certain issues can spiral out of control if not recognized and treated. Most diseases of the mouth start with the formation of gingivitis. This is a reddening or swelling of the gums that is often caused by a buildup of plaque and tarter on the teeth. While the initial stages of gingivitis are easy to treat, more advanced complications include tooth loss and jaw bone infections

Long before winter's blustery chill begins to sting the bones, plans are being made by people in Canada, the Northeast and Midwestern United States to seek the warmer climes of the south. It's an interesting phenomenon that occurs each year and mimics the migration ritual of our feathered friends. These "snowbirds" (as they are affectionately called) flock to Arizona, Florida and other places along the Sunbelt to avoid winter's bite and inconvenience. Northern Europeans also are known to head to warmer places in the U.S

Dressing up your dog is not something new. Some of us used to dress up our dog when we were kids and take them for walks in our strollers. They were our fur-babies, and we played with them, like other children would play with dolls. When we grew up, we did not loose that sense of whimsy and still love to dress up our dogs. It is like having a large furry Barbie to play with

So you think your pet dog Rascal is going to be Hollywood’s newest animal sensation. Well, if you believe your pet has what it takes to become the next best pet star the world will ever see, then go ahead and give it a try. Before you rush to the nearest pet agent or start calling casting directors to book your pet on the next commercial or photo shoot, there are a few things you might want to consider though. Almost every single pet owner sees some potential in their pet and see a star in their beloved little doggies, and rightfully so. Since you do love your pets, you do see the best in them and wish them to have the best of everything, including fame and fortune