Find helpful, easy-to-understand ideas and suggestions on everything you want to know about selecting and understanding your dog and providing the best possible care at every stage of his life.  Discover real answers from basic dog training, feeding, exercise, breeding, solving health and dog behavioral problems to handling the special needs of puppies and older dogs.

Dog Care


Yes...owning a dog is a big responsibility. Dogs need to be walked—rain or shine—fed, exercised, housebroken, trained and taught proper doggie manners. And, yes, you will need to give up life as you new it before “Fido” to provide the care and support he will require. He will look to you for love, affection and discipline.  You are, in effect, your dog’s pack leader. He will want to be wherever you are to watch every move you make.

Cases of unintentional acts of neglect, abandonment and improper care of a dog are often traced back to owners who selected dogs who were inappropriate for their lifestyle or too much trouble to deal with.  If you are thinking of bringing a new dog or puppy into your life, let

We will provide you with the pertinent dog details you need to know, so you can make a well-informed decision when choosing the right dog for you or your family.

Other considerations to review are overall cost of owning a dog. Dogs require occasional veterinarian visits, toys, food, and several other miscellaneous pet accessories. If all of these obligations are making you a little squeamish, then perhaps you should consider getting a fish, a cat or a pet rock. Some people are just not cut out to be dog owners once they find out all that is involved to care for a dog.

If, however, you are ready to take the plunge into the world of dog ownership or have taken the plunge already, you will find RUDogLover.Blogspot.Com an invaluable resource site for you. Our primary goal is that of promoting responsible dog ownership. We show dog owners all over not only what contributions they can make to ensure their pet dog lives a happy and fulfilling life as possible, but also how to build a healthy, trusting and long-lasting relationship with their canine buddy.

The first part of caring for you dog is ensuring that his daily basic needs are met. This includes providing a bed, food, exercise, and proper dog healthcare. Pet accessories, readily available at your favorite local or internet pet store, help simplify the task of caring for your dog. Ensure you have some of the following dog accessories to help you in caring for your pet friend: food and water bowls, id tags, leather and nylon leashes and collars, pet beds or bean bags, baby gates, safe chew toys, dog grooming accessories and shampoos, pet deodorizers, cleaning solutions for “accidents” (even mature dogs can have while acclimating to their new environment) and a kennel crate.

There’s no doubt, taking care of a dog is hard work and a huge commitment—but, if you are patient, you'll be rewarded with a loyal, smart and loving friend for life.