Our Doberman is now a little over 6 months old. I would like for her to start being a little aggressive around strangers. What is the best and safest way to initiate this behavior?

She was weaned by her own mother who simply stopped feeding her pups at an early age. The older couple that we purchased her from then had their hands full raising a litter.

We have a 2 & 3/4 lb. female chihuahua. She will be 3 years old this month. We got her at age 6 weeks. Ever since we got her-she chooses a certain stuffed toy to becom...

Just a matter of personal preference really. I like the cropped ear look.

Clueless (about what my name is-I thought it was Shadow!)
Jinx
Jeepers
Hex
Carlos
Darwin
Iggy

The best dog that I ever raised with my children was a Rottweiler-no kidding! And, the second best was a Pittbull. We have had a lot of different dogs over the years and those were the best with young kids.

Well, we have a 6 month old female. She weighs closer to 65-70 pounds. At 8 months I wouldn't worry. I would think he has yet some growing to do. And, 53 pounds is not really small. If you wanted protection, he should grow to sufficiently provide jus...

We have a brother and sister from the same litter - Rott/Pit mix. Overgrown babies! Good temperament.

Sounds like you like the same type books that I myself enjoy. I also enjoy Kay Hooper's novels. You may like them, too.

Lately my 5 1/2 month old Dobe has been exhibiting stiffness in her back end. I am concerned that this may be early warning of hip dysplasia although I'm hoping it is a minor injury due to rough play. I will have to get an x ray. Has anyone had exper...