Morkie

Rambo is a Maltese/Yorkshire Terrier mix. The people who were having lunch with Rambo told us this mix is called a Morkie. Rambo is 6 months old and very friendly. Rambo was socializing with tourists and locals, while waiting for an outside table at a Mexican Restaurant in downtown Huntington Beach. Copyright 2008 by Linda Shortell

Catahoula Leopard Dog at Dog Beach

The Catahoula Leopard Dog was adopted as the Louisiana State Dog in 1979. The breed was named after the Parish of Catahoula in Louisiana. This dog excels at rounding up and herding semi-wild cattle and pigs. This is a great hunting dog as well as a herder.

The Catahoula Leopard Dog is also called the Catahoula Hog Dog. They weigh 40 to 50 pounds and are 20 to 26 inches at the shoulder.

Dog Beach is a great place for this dog to run. This is an active working dog that requires plenty of exercise.

Bassett Hound at Dog Beach

Bassett Hounds like to follow tracks. This dog is following the tire tracks of a lifeguard truck.

Yorkshire Terrier on Cliffs by Dog Beach

The Yorkshire Terrier is confident and intelligent. This dog was bred in Great Britain to hunt rats. Most "Yorkies" weigh less than 10 pounds. The coat on this dog can grow very long. The Yorkshire Terrier requires regular grooming.

Brindle Boston Terrier

Brindle and white Boston terriers are not that common. Most Boston Terriers are black and white. Boston Terriers are tough little dogs that enjoy playing with the big dogs.

Great Swiss Mountain Dog

This Great Swiss Mountain Dog is wearing a halter while walking in Mile Square Park. Walking a large dog with a halter is like walking a horse with a halter. This is a gentle way to guide an animal. Leading a large animal with a face halter is a lot easier than trying to use a neck collar.

Dogs may take a little while to get use to the halter on their face. Dogs that like to pull may not like the halter. Keeping another collar on your dog while using a halter is a good idea. Dogs may slip out of halters that are too loose.

Saint Bernard/Australian Shepherd Mix

This beautiful and unique dog is a Saint Bernard/Australian Shepherd Mix. She was adopted from the Orange County Animal Shelter. This is a well mannered Orange County House Dog that was enjoying the warm weather at Mile Square Park in Fountain Valley, CA. She loves people and other dogs.

One of the nice things about adopting a mixed bred dog from the pound is that you may be able to find a unique dog, such as this beautiful girl.

Dresses For Dogs

Dog Clothes are becoming more popular. Dogs used to only wear sweaters or raincoats to protect them from harsh weather. Now, all kinds of clothes are available for dogs.

The Terrier in the picture is wearing a dress, or maybe it is a swimsuit. She was acting like a little princess in her fancy clothes at Dog Beach. She did not go swimming. She was friendly, but only a few little dogs dared to approach her. She spent most of her time posing and hanging out with people.

10 Reasons People Love the Basenji

1. The Basenji is intelligent, fast,and a good hunter.
2. The Basenji is a quiet breed that does not bark, but is not mute.
3. This quiet breed makes a sound similar to a yodel.
4. Basenjis love children and can play for hours without getting tired.
5. This breed is as clean as a cat and keeps a fussy housekeeper happy.
6. The Basenji is an obedient dog who is anxious to please.
7. Basenjis are content to lie at the feet of their owners when not working or playing.
8. The coat of the Basenji is silky and shines in the sun.
9. The Basenji is not too big. This breed usually weighs less than 25 pounds.
10. This courageous dog was bred to hunt vicious reed rats that weigh up to 20 pounds.

Bizzard & Stormy from Huntington Beach

Blizzard and Stormy are Samoyeds from Huntington Beach. Blizzard was adopted from the animal shelter on Newland Avenue in Huntington Beach about 10 years ago. Blizzard needed a friend, so his people adopted Stormy from Samoyed Rescue.

There are many wonderful pets at animal shelters waiting to be adopted. Beware of pet store puppies. Many pet stores purchase their puppies from puppy mills in other states. Puppy mills breed for profit only, and they do not care for their dogs properly. When you purchase a puppy mill puppy you are supporting this cruel industry, and you may get a dog with both physical and mental health problems.

Downtown Huntington Beach

Dogs are not allowed in most shops in Downtown Huntington Beach. This cute little guy is waiting outside while his person browses in the tiny shop. He is able to see his owner, and she is able to keep an eye on him.

Siberian Husky

The Chukchi people from northeast Asia developed the Siberian Husky. They used this breed as their only means of transportation. This medium size working dog is quick, agile, and strong. This sled dog loves to pull.

The Siberian Husky is a clean dog that gets along well with people and animals. They make wonderful pets. This is an active breed that requires regular exercise.

Small Dogs in Costa Mesa

The small dogs in Costa Mesa have their own section of the dog park. This fenced off area is much smaller than the small dog section of the Huntington Beach Dog Park. The small dog section was full of people and dogs. The small dogs run along the fence and play with the big dogs through the chain link fence.

In Huntington Beach the small dogs have an area that is as big as the big dog area, but most of the small dogs would rather be in the big dog section. The Huntington Beach small dog area is often empty.

Bulll Terrier at Costa Mesa Bark Park

The Bull Terrier is a fearless dog with a powerful body. This breed has an oval head, erect ears, and thick neck. The coat is short and flat with tight fitting skin.

This Bull Terrier is 21 to 22 inches at the shoulder and usually weighs between 50 and 65 pounds. Some people say this breed may not get along well with other dogs, however the bitch in the photo was very social at the Costa Mesa Dog Park. She was confident, but not aggressive towards any of the other dogs.

Dog Owners VS. Dog People

Dog owners may love dogs, but they do not understand dog language.
Dog owners think behavior problems are their dog's fault.
Dog owners think punishing a dog will change behavior.
Dog owners may not allow their dogs in their house.
Dog owners may even have problems with one tiny dog.

Dog people speak dog language.
Dog people are able to help cure behavior problems for other dog owners.
Dog people know that positive reinforcement works well with dogs.
Dog people live in the same house as their dogs.
Small people, who are dog people, can handle dogs that are much larger than they are.
Dog people are able to walk three or more dogs, at the same time, without problems.