For Cesar Millan, host of the Emmy-nominated show “Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan,” no dog is a hopeless case. Dogs that are too spoiled, dogs that are too frightened and dogs that are too territorial have all been saved by his seemingly simple mantra – “Exercise, discipline and affection.”

When tackled in exactly that order, according to Millan, dogs are in a better position to learn and owners have better established themselves as pack leader, which is vital if any dog is going to be a well balanced member of the family. What is Cesar Millan Secret…

Who Should Own A Newfoundland?

It might be a giant, but despite its large size, the Newfoundland is one of the friendliest of all dog breeds, loving both its family and any other pets that might live in its home.

The breed is patient and loving with children, and as long as visitors are welcome, the Newfoundland is quick to make friends with guests, as well. But its huge size makes the gentle giant a great guard dog, and if the family it loves is threatened, the Newfoundland will be quick to come to the rescue, placing itself between its family and what it perceives as danger. Mother Teresa, was she a Newfoundland…

Who Should Own A Maltese?

Although the tiny, furry Maltese makes an adorable, intelligent companion, there are some things a pet owner should be aware of before bringing home this lively little breed.

The Maltese is one of the most vocal of all dog breeds, and its talkative nature has led it to also become one of the most rejected dogs breeds, even as it retains a place as one of the most popular. A good dog for apartment dwellers (it can be paper trained, eliminated the need to outside potty breaks, which can be dangerous for the easily overheated Maltese), the lap-sized breed is loyal and loving, although its tiny size makes it somewhat nervous and snappy around young children. Who left Maltese, Trouble a hefty $12 million dollar trust fund…

Who Should Own A Golden Retriever?

One of the most popular breeds in the United States, the Golden Retriever is both intelligent and gentle, making it an ideal choice as a pet for families with young children.

But those looking for a dog to guard their home should consider a less genial breed, as the outgoing Golden is as likely to show affection toward a stranger as its owner, making it fairly ineffective as a guard dog. Too, those who live a less active lifestyle would be better off choosing a less athletic dog, because the Golden loves to run and swim, and would be thrilled living near the beach or somewhere with a big back yard with room for lots of games. Golden Retrievers and secret recipe for baked beans of Bush family…

Who Should Own A German Shepherd?

There’s a reason why so many police dogs are German Shepherds. Long considered among the smartest and most loyal of breeds, the German Shepherd has earned a revered position throughout history as a hero of both war and peace.

Legendary German Shepherd Trackr, who passed away in April of 2009, located the last survivor amid the rubble of the toppled Twin Towers after 9/11, after only minutes on the job, and television and movie hero Rin Tin Tin, the world’s most famous German Shepherd, has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame to commemorate his star power. Find out why German Shepherd is the world’s most clone-worthy dog…