Welcome to Dan's Pet Care's Glossary! Here you can find definitions and explanations of pet care terms and breeds. Our glossary covers everything from A-Z, so simply select the letter that corresponds with the term you are searching for, to get a full definition and explanation.

Basenji

The Basenji is a medium-sized dog breed that originated in Central Africa. It is known as the "Barkless Dog" because it does not bark, but rather it makes a yodeling sound. The Basenji is also known for its intelligence and independence. It has a short, smooth, glossy coat and is usually a red, black, or brindle color.

Basset Hound

The Basset Hound is a loyal, lovable, and affectionate dog breed. Their short legs, long bodies, and droopy ears make them one of the most recognizable breeds in the world. With a bright and friendly personality, they make excellent family companions.

Bathing

Bathing is an essential part of pet grooming and care. It helps to keep the pet’s coat and skin healthy, free from parasites, and looking good. It also helps to reduce odors and maintain the pet’s coat’s sheen. Bathing should be done on a regular basis, depending on the breed of pet, the season, and the pet’s lifestyle.

Beagle

The Beagle is a medium-sized, active, and friendly dog breed. With its signature brown eyes, signature black and tan coat, and signature floppy ears, the Beagle is sure to draw attention wherever it goes. It is known for its playful, yet independent, personality and its intelligence.

Beauceron

The Beauceron is a large and handsome breed of dog originating in France. They are very intelligent and loyal, making them great family and companion dogs. They are often used as herding and guard dogs due to their protective nature.

Bedlington Terrier

The Bedlington Terrier is a small, muscular breed known for its unique appearance. It has a soft, wooly coat and is most often seen in shades of blue, sandy, liver, or blue and tan. The face of the Bedlington Terrier is short and round, with a long, pointed muzzle, small, dark eyes, and a long, narrow head. Its ears are folded back against its head, and it has a short, straight tail.

Behavior Modification

Behavior modification is a process used to change unwanted behaviors in pets. It is typically a positive reinforcement-based approach, which means that the pet is rewarded for desired behaviors, while undesired behaviors are ignored or even corrected. This can involve a variety of techniques, such as clicker training, shaping, and counterconditioning.

Belgian Malinois

The Belgian Malinois is a beautiful and intelligent breed of dog that is known for its loyalty and hardworking nature. This breed is a medium-sized dog, typically weighing between 40-80lbs and standing about 24-26 inches at the shoulder. They have a short, thick coat that is usually fawn or mahogany in color, although some have a black mask across their face.

Belgian Tervuren

The Belgian Tervuren is a medium-sized dog with a long coat of fur. They are a herding breed that originated in Belgium, and are related to other Belgian herding dogs such as the Belgian Malinois and Belgian Sheepdog. The Tervuren is a highly intelligent, alert, and active breed, and can be an excellent companion for active families.

Bernese Mountain Dog

The Bernese Mountain Dog is an elegant, large-sized breed that is often described as being both beautiful and dignified. With their distinctive tri-colored coat and striking good looks, it is no wonder that they are one of the most popular breeds of dogs.

Bichon Frise

The Bichon Frise is a small yet sturdy dog breed with a fun-loving and playful personality. Their white, fluffy coats make them an adorable and popular choice for pet owners. They have the perfect balance of energy and affection, making them a great companion for any home.

Biting

Biting is an unfortunately common problem among domestic pets. It happens when an animal bites either out of fear, aggression, or play. It can be a sign of a larger problem, like anxiety or aggression, or it can be a reflexive reaction to something the animal doesn’t like or doesn’t understand.

Black and Tan Coonhound

The Black and Tan Coonhound is a large, strong-boned, and powerful breed of dog. The breed is a descendant of the English Foxhound, and it was developed in the United States for the purpose of hunting raccoons. Its coat is short and coarse, and it is typically black and tan in color, hence its name.

Bloodhound

The Bloodhound is a large, loyal, and gentle dog breed that is known for its exceptional sense of smell. They have a long, wrinkled face with droopy ears and a strong, muscular body. As the name implies, they have a strong, deep bark that can often be heard in the distance.

Bluetick Coonhound

The Bluetick Coonhound is a large and active hound dog breed that is known for their friendly, loyal, and playful personality. This breed is a great family pet, as they are eager to please and love attention. The Bluetick Coonhound is a robust and muscular dog with a short coat that is black and tan in color with a blue ticking pattern.

Boarding

Boarding is a type of pet care service in which a pet owner pays someone else to provide temporary care for their pet when they are unable to do so themselves. This can be due to going out of town, having a busy schedule, or any other reason that might prevent the pet owner from being able to take care of their pet.

Boerboel

The South African Boerboel is a large, powerful, and loyal mastiff-type breed that originated in South Africa. Boerboels are the result of crosses between native African dogs and European breeds such as the Bulldog, Mastiff, Great Dane, and Bloodhound.

Bombay

The Bombay is a striking and elegant cat breed that is sure to capture anyone’s attention. This breed is a medium-sized, muscular feline with a glossy coat that is typically black in color. Their heads are rounded, with a short muzzle, and wide-set eyes that are typically deep copper or yellow in color.

Border Collie

The Border Collie is a highly intelligent and active breed of dog. This breed is characterized by its agility and grace, as well as its strong desire to please its owner. Border Collies are known for their loyal, devoted, and hardworking personalities, making them an ideal companion for active families.

Border Terrier

The Border Terrier is a small, active, and affectionate dog breed. Originally bred as a working terrier in the border counties of Northumberland, Durham, Cumberland, and Westmorland in England, this breed has a distinct personality and is known for its loyalty, intelligence, and strong work ethic.