Uterine inflammation is common in female dogs. The medical term for inflammation of the uterus is pyometra. It is a potentially life-threatening emergency that you, as the owner, must take seriously and have treated by a vet.Find out why uterine inflammation occurs in dogs, what symptoms it causes a..
A sexually mature female dog that has not been neutered and can therefore become the mother of puppies is called a bitch or a dam. For you as a dog owner, this is of course an exciting time, during which you have to consider a few things. In the following, we expla..
The Leonberger is a large dog breed from Germany, for whose breeding Newfoundland, Bernard and Pyrenean mountain dogs were used. The FCI leads the Leonberger in group 2. Thanks to his stately size and his loud Gebells the Leonberger was a popular watchdog for a long time. Characteristics of the L..
The poodle is a French dog breed, which is bred in four different sizes. The FCI lists the poodle among the companion and companion dogs in group 9, section 2. Originally the intelligent four-legged friends were bred as retrieving dogs for water hunting. Today, however, the poodle is pr..
If a dog gets panostitis, it means that the tissue of its bones becomes inflamed. The bones of the elbow and upper arm are particularly affected. However, inflammation of the tissue in the shins and thigh bones can also occur. This is of course extremely painful for affected quadrupeds. W..
Sighthounds are different breeds, which are characterized by their slim physique and an extremely low body fat percentage. The sighthounds originally used for hunting are excellent sprinters. Thanks to their loving nature, they are also excellent as family dogs. History of th..
The Border Collie is one of the big dog breeds. As a classic herding dog it is led by the FCI in group 1. The Border Collie is intelligent and willing to learn and needs sufficient mental and physical activity. Features of the Border Collie The body structure of the Border Collies is harmonious...
Raspberries are generally considered very healthy and regularly appear on many people's plates. But what about dogs? Are dogs allowed to eat raspberries or should owners instead do without the small, red fruits when treating their four-legged friends? We will give you the answer to this ques..
Mantrailing is the search for people with the help of a dog. Mantrailing is an important part of the training of rescue dogs, but is also becoming more and more popular as a dog sport. Below you will learn exactly how mantrailing works, why this type of activity is so suitable for d..
The Bull Terrier has its origin in Great Britain and is classified by the FCI in group 3. The medium sized breed is also suitable as a guard dog, but despite its bad reputation it is also a loving and playful family dog. Characteristics of the Bull Terrier The life expectancy of ..
The Maltese is a small breed of dog which has its origin in the Mediterranean area. The FCI guides the Maltese dog in group 9. Characteristics of the Maltese Dog The life expectancy of the Maltese is about 12 to 16 years, so the breed can become relatively old for a dog. With a height at withers o..
We live in the era of globalisation. Day in, and day out, endless streams of goods are moved all over the globe. Foodstuffs for humans and dogs are no exception. Long transportation routes are generally the norm. In this article, we explain why we have consciously rejected this trend at Bellfor, ..
If you are looking for nutritional supplements for your dog's joint health, you will inevitably come across the term MSM. What is behind this abbreviation and what effect MSM has on dogs is explained below. What is MSM? MSM is the abbreviation for the organic sulphur compound m..
The Bernese Mountain Dog is a large breed of dog that originated in Switzerland. The FCI has the Bernese Mountain Dog in Group 2. The breed was originally bred as a draught animal and guard dog and is characterized by a balanced and self-confident nature. Characteristics of the Bernese Mountain Dog..
It is not uncommon for a dog to snore. In most cases, the cause is harmless. Sometimes, however, snoring in dogs can indicate health problems. Find out why dogs snore and when to worry about it below. Some dog breeds snore particularly often Put simply, if your dog snores, it is because..
Overweight is unfortunately very widespread in dogs. For affected quadrupeds the excess kilos can have serious consequences in the long run and cause massive health problems. In this article we will explain how dogs become overweight, the consequences of obesity and what you can do about it. Cause..
The Doberman is a German dog breed, which is led by the FCI in group 2. The large dog breed was originally bred as a utility, working and guard dog and is characterized by vigilance and intelligence. Dobermans are still common today as service dogs for customs, the German Armed Forces and the poli..
The Dalmatian is a medium-sized dog from Croatia. The FCI lists him among the running and sweaty dogs in group 6, section 3 (related breeds). The breed should be known practically all over the world, especially because of its characteristic coat pattern. ..
The giant schnauzer is a large dog from Germany. The breed is one of the recognized service dog breeds and is listed by the FCI in group 2, section 1 (Pinscher and Schnauzer). The Giant Schnauzer is characterized by physical robustness and a courageous and reliable character. Alth..
