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     Longest Living Dog Breeds Maltese Females of this breed tend to live one year longer than their male counterparts, but all Maltese pups are expected to have long lifespans since they suffer from few serious genetic diseases. Average lifespan: 15 years Beagle The oldest known Beagle was named Butch, who lived in Virginia and died at the ripe old age of 27 in 2009. Average lifespan: 15 years Australian Shepherd Aussies are known for their excellent herding ability, intelligence, and high energy — and they’re also one of the larger dogs on this list. Average lifespan: 15 years Shih Tzu These “lions” were sweethearts of the Chinese Ming Dynasty, and today they live long lives as companion animals throughout the world. Average lifespan: 15 years Lhasa Apso The oldest Lhasa apso on record lived a whopping 29 years and passed away in 1939. They’re known as good indoor watch dogs since they tend to be suspicious of strangers. Average lifespan: 15 years Cockapoo This is a hybrid breed — a

 What are steroids? Corticosteroids  (commonly referred to as  steroids  or  cortisone ) are a class of steroid hormones that are naturally produced in the adrenal glands. Corticosteroids are involved in a wide range activities in the body, including the stress response, immune system response, control of inflammation, nutrient metabolism, and maintenance of blood electrolyte levels. The adrenal glands produce two forms of corticosteroids: Glucocorticoids  such as  cortisol.  These control carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism and reduce inflammation through several different mechanisms. Mineralocorticoids  such as  aldosterone.  These control electrolyte and total body water levels, primarily by causing sodium retention in the kidneys. Why are corticosteroids prescribed? Because of their anti-inflammatory properties, corticosteroids are a valuable class of medications. They are commonly used to treat mild inflammatory conditions and/or to suppress the inflammation associated with

  Indoor Dog Games To Help Your Pup Run Off His Energy 1. Tug of war Not only is playing tug a great source of exercise, but this game also helps  reinforce the bond between you and your pet , according to The Spruce. Ropes like this one are durable, so they'll last for many games and satisfy even the most aggressive chewers. 2. Agility Course Building an  indoor agility course for your dog  can be quick and simple. Animal Wellness Magazine has ideas for how to set up tunnels, hurdles, and more using only household objects. 3. Treasure Hunt The AKC notes that dogs have 45 times more scent receptors than humans, which means  games that take advantage of their sense of smell  will be particularly engaging. One idea is to hide treats under objects like boxes or containers, and give lots of praise when your pup uncovers each one.   4. Bubbletastic Dog Bubbles Dogs loves bubbles and will get plenty of exercise chasing them around. Better yet, these bubbles are bacon-scented to ensure yo

Ideally, puppies are socialized early in life by being exposed to as many new experiences as possible before they reach twelve weeks of age. Sometimes, however, you're faced with the task of socializing an older dog. Perhaps you've adopted an older dog that was never properly socialized, or circumstances beyond your control prevented you from being able to properly socialize your young pup. Maybe your adult dog simply needs a refresher course after being away too long from other people and/or pets. Whatever the reason, socializing adult dogs is quite a bit different from socializing puppies. What is Dog Socialization Dog socialization is the practice of acclimating your dog to other people and pets to help him better behave in these types of situations. In this process your dog will spend time with new groups of people (including children) or other pets and getting him more and more comfortable being in these types of situations. Spending time immersed in situations that cou Si

  In certain breeds of dog, there is a coat pattern known as ‘merle’. It is sometimes referred to as a color, but is in fact due to a gene that alters the way pigment appears in the dog’s coat. The merle coat pattern is popular because it is unusual and very unique, with each merle dog having a different coat pattern. Unfortunately, there are health problems associated with the merle mutation and the risk of these problems occurring increases when two merle coated dogs are mated together. The resulting litter of puppies has a high chance of containing ‘double merles’ or ‘lethal whites’, dogs that have very little or no colour to their coat at all. Double merles are highly likely to suffer from eye or ear deformities (in some cases both), which at the most extreme can result in complete blindness and deafness. Needless to say, the deliberate breeding of double merles causes a lot of controversy in the canine world — certain official bodies (such as the Kennel Club in the UK) have clampe

  Above Image: merle gene pitbull Top 10 Most Expensive Dog Breeds We all know dogs are man’s best friend but in some cases canine companionship doesn’t come cheap. So how much are people paying for a pricey pooch? 10. Irish Wolfhound | $1,500 – $2,000   9. Akita | $1,500 – $4,500     8. Saluki | $2,500 – $5,000 7. Pharaoh Hound | $2,500 – $6,000   6. Tibetan Mastiff | $2,200 – $7000     5. Rottweiler | $2,000 – $8,000     4. Lowchen | $5,000 – $8,000     3. ChowChow | $3,000 -$8,500       2. English Bulldog | $2,500 -$9,000       1. Samoyed | $4,000 -$11,000 Based on global date. Source:  Outside Online