David Beart
David Beart is the owner of the Professors House. Our site covers family related issues from raising children to dog training, relationships to cooking.
Articles by this Author
Feeding a Puppy
- By David Beart
- Published 11/28/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
You are bringing your new bundle of joy home finally You have done your research, know you have the right breed and you have complete faith in the breeder of your new pup
Mastiffs
- By David Beart
- Published 11/26/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
There are several breeds of Mastiff in the dog world but when standing alone it normally refers to the English Mastiff These shouldn’t be confused with American, Spanish, Tibetan, Neapolitan or Bull mastiffs
Basset Hounds
- By David Beart
- Published 11/26/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
The sad eyes and the long ears endear a Basset puppy to people everywhere Used primarily to hunt rabbits his low to the ground body along with the hound nose and ears make for a good dog for those without a lot of room
Bichon Frise
- By David Beart
- Published 11/26/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
A little white dog with a big heart wrapped in a coat that can vary from pet to show dog, the Bichon is a study of contrasts in some ways They are a smaller dog but active
Siberian Huskies
- By David Beart
- Published 11/26/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
This is a dog that lives to work He was developed to work and he maintains those unique characteristics that allow him to thrive in cold, snowy weather
Miniature Pinschers
- By David Beart
- Published 11/26/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
This is a unique small dog breed often called a “miniature Doberman” They are a unique breed in their own right
Great Danes
- By David Beart
- Published 11/22/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
The Great Dane is a big dog that often has no concept of his size One family fashioned a cowbell on their Dane so they could hear him coming
Pembroke Welsh Corgis
- By David Beart
- Published 11/21/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
They are small in stature but big in heart Developed to work on farms the Pembroke Welsh Corgi retains their herding instincts but can do more than herd
Shetland Sheepdogs
- By David Beart
- Published 11/21/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
A Shetland sheepdog is not a “mini-collie” but a distinct separate breed that actually has roots in the Border collie A native of the Shetland Isles in far northern range of Scotland he was a dog developed to help on crofts, or small farms, where there wasn’t much food to be had
German Shorthaired Pointers
- By David Beart
- Published 11/21/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
The German Shorthaired Pointer was developed as a hunting dog and today he still excels in that capacity This is a breed that is more than just a hunter, but those wanting “just a pet” would do well to remember their hunting heritage
Maltese
- By David Beart
- Published 11/21/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
The Maltese is seen as a ball of hair Glamorous, difficult and dainty
Tips For Saving Your Money
- By David Beart
- Published 10/12/2008
- Finances
- Unrated
Saving money certainly is not easy, especially when there are so many different ways out there to spend money Whether you are trying to put back money for a special purchase, a rainy day or just to make your money stretch a little bit further it is important to understand that there are many ways in which you can cut back to save money
What is a Trial Separation
- By David Beart
- Published 10/12/2008
- Break-up
- Unrated
A trial separation is a period of time during which a couple separates without becoming actually divorced In some instances, a trial separation does result in divorce, but that is not always the case
Selecting Wedding Photographers
- By David Beart
- Published 10/12/2008
- Marriage
- Unrated
The selection of a wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions that can be made during the planning of a wedding Long after the flowers have died, the last piece of wedding cake has been eaten and the band has stopped playing, the photographs of this most special day will remain
Tips For Planning a Wedding
- By David Beart
- Published 10/8/2008
- Marriage
- Unrated
Planning a wedding is certainly exciting It can also be overwhelming for many couples
How to Protect Yourself From Identification Theft
- By David Beart
- Published 10/8/2008
- Finances
- Unrated
Identification theft is a problem that affects numerous people every year Unfortunately, many people believe they could never be a victim of identify theft until it actually happens
Living Within Your Means
- By David Beart
- Published 10/8/2008
- Finances
- Unrated
Living with your means involves cutting expenses so that there is money left over at the end of the month and expenses do not exceed income Careful budgeting can help one to enjoy the benefits of living within your means, including reduced interest rate charges and the ability to save money for emergencies or special purchases
Tips For Paying Bills on Time
- By David Beart
- Published 10/8/2008
- Finances
- Unrated
Paying your bills on time is important to ensure that your good credit stays intact Many people do not realize exactly how damaging it can be to pay your bills late
Tips For Paying Off Credit Cards
- By David Beart
- Published 10/8/2008
- Finances
- Unrated
Credit cards can certainly be convenient, especially during times of emergency, but there comes a time when they must be paid Having a small amount of credit card debt is not necessarily bad
Getting Divorced: Steps to Dissolving a Marriage
- By David Beart
- Published 09/24/2008
- Marriage
- Unrated
Dissolving a marriage is never easy, but understanding the process can certainly help you to feel more informed The actual degree of complexity of divorce will usually depend upon how much money and property is involved as well as whether there are children from the marriage
Disciplining a Teenager
- By David Beart
- Published 09/22/2008
- Parenting
- Unrated
Well, you can’t really spank them anymore, can you It’s a little distressing… disciplining a teenager while you are looking up at them
Staging a House For Quick Sale
- By David Beart
- Published 07/29/2008
- Real Estate
- Unrated
If you’ve watched the news or read a paper, chances are that you know the real estate market is in trouble So what can you do to make your home one of the ones that will actually sell instead of lingering on the market with the others
Relocating to a New City
- By David Beart
- Published 07/27/2008
- Home Management
- Unrated
Moving to a new city, especially one in another state, used to be a much more complicated process But thanks to the Internet, it’s never been easier to make a big move—even all the way across the country
Buying A Home In Today's Real Estate Market
- By David Beart
- Published 07/11/2008
- Real Estate
- Unrated
If you’ve read a newspaper or watched the television news lately, you know that the real estate market is in serious trouble There are many homeowners who are desperate to sell and are in danger of foreclosure
Motivated Sellers Make This the Perfect Time to Become a Real Estate Investor
- By David Beart
- Published 07/11/2008
- Real Estate
- Unrated
If you’ve ever dreamed about investing in real estate, now is the perfect time to make that dream come true It’s a real buyer’s market out there, with many sellers who are desperate to sell and lots of houses to choose from
Buying a New House
- By David Beart
- Published 07/11/2008
- Real Estate
- Unrated
It’s a buyer’s market out there, and many homebuyers are discovering that new construction is no longer out of their price range Many builders who built homes in the last few years when the market was booming are now finding themselves desperate to sell
Hiring a Fitness Instructor
- By David Beart
- Published 07/3/2008
- Wellness, Fitness and Diet
- Unrated
Do you need a motivational boost in your fitness regime Tired of the same old, same old
Selecting Wines at Restaurants
- By David Beart
- Published 06/9/2008
- Food and Drinks
- Unrated
Selecting a good wine off of a wine list can be a real challenge, especially if you have never heard of them before You meal won’t likely be ruined by your wine selection, but you want to be able to enjoy your food and your wine together
Wine Trivia
- By David Beart
- Published 06/9/2008
- Food and Drinks
- Unrated
There are several myths that make good wine trivia These myths and truths are a great way to quiz your wine loving friends and give them and yourself and education at the same time
Types of Wine Glasses
- By David Beart
- Published 06/9/2008
- Food and Drinks
- Unrated
The type of wine glass that you serve your wine in can have a dramatic impact on the flavor and quality of the wine There are many factors associated with wine glasses that may add or subtract from the wine’s flavor, appearance and quality
Training A Dog To Sit
- By David Beart
- Published 05/4/2008
- Pets
- Unrated
Training a dog to ‘sit’ is usually the first command you teach a dog – it is easy for even the youngest of pups to learn and it is the basis for many other obedience commands
Informal training may begin when the pup is only six or seven weeks old and still at the breeders
