Working With Timid Dogs
For a dog owner or trainer, trying to train a timid or shy dog can be challenging. There are many reasons why a dog may be timid Dogs with this type of temperament could have had a background that includes being isolated during puppy hood, having been taking from its mother too soon or being abused by its prior owner. Until becoming acclimated with their new families, …
Curbing Excessive Barking
Without a doubt one of the most annoying issues for owners is a dog that is a chronic barker. These dogs seem to bark at anything and everything and do not stop barking even when the threat or event is over. While chronic or excessive barking is often associated with small dogs all sizes and breeds of dogs may become chronic barkers under the right set of conditions….
Shopping From A Breeder – The Absolute Best Places To Find A Professional Breeder
What should be done when deciding on who and where to purchase a new puppy from when giving the little pup as a holiday gift or a birthday present?
The first thing is to make certain that the individual or family really and surely wants a new puppy, and is completely prepared to assume the burden. The second…
Total Puppy Care Considerations Before Selecting A Puppy
He won’t be quite as pricey as your new car and probably will not last as long as your house, but a puppy is likely to be more a part of your everyday life than anything you can imagine.
The beautiful, healthy, well-behaved dog that you have adored on TV, at the local dog show, or at your neighbor’s, did not get that way by chance….
Mutts, Purebreds or Designer Dogs? It’s your choice
There are many different choices out there when you decide to get a dog. You can opt for the old-fashioned mutt. You can decide to spend the money and buy a purebred. You can also select one of the many designer dogs available on the market. The choice is all yours (and your family’s) to make. Below is a basic look at the pros and cons o…
Inside Or Outside – Caring For Your Dog
Considering a dog’s personality and its physical condition, as well as the ideal environment for which you will keep the dog, are important considerations when purchasing a new dog for your home. For instance, some dogs are companion dogs and thus require constant contact and attention. These types of dogs are thought of as housedogs and keeping them …
Special Diets For Dogs – The Fat Dog
“Should I put my dog on a diet course?”
The answer to that question is Yes, however only if your doctor recommends it. The same care, thought, and advice should be taken when your dog needs to be put on a special diet program, as you yourself would get from your personal doctor if you were put on a diet. You cannot diet your dog correctly without e…
Origins Of The Dog
The origins of the dog go back many thousands of years. There are archeological sites in many areas of the world that have lead to the discovery of dog bones scattered among human remains. This does enhance the theory that dogs lived with man since the time of organized tribes or basic habitations by humans.
Dogs are, of course, very similar in appearance to wolves, coy…
Clicker Training – What is it?
Although it has been in existence for numerous years, clicker training, also known as, operant conditioning is viewed by many as an innovative way to work with dogs. Animal and behavior trainers, as well as, scientists and therapists have employed clicker training for centuries. It is based on the concept of placing a desired behavior with a positive outcome for…
Nutrition For Active Dogs – Supplements To Help Your Working Dog
Not all commercial dog food contains essential elements that are necessary to sustain the lifestyle of an active dog, even the best brands.
An active dogs’ diet must contain 40%-45% of fat and 50% protein in every meal. They need this boost of nutrition to help support their very active lifestyle.
Extra supplements also…
How to Crate Train Your Puppy
Crate training your dog has many advantages and should never be utilized as a punishment mechanism. One advantage of using a crate for your dog is that you can use it when you travel with your dog. It can be taken in cars and on airplanes. Crates help to keep your dog safe and calm while en route. Thus, crate training is one of the best things that you can do for…
How to Select the Perfect Dog
When you make up your mind to introduce a new puppy in the house, choosing the perfect dog requires a good amount of serious thought and careful consideration. The right fit will be a companion and member of the household for the better part of two decades. The wrong choice, however, may add to the load of the local shelter.
There are several hundred kinds o…
Deadly Plants Dogs Should Avoid
Many dog owners do not realize that the plants they have around their house could be harmful or lethal to a dog if ingested. In general, plants that are poisonous are more lethal to smaller puppies, but poisonous plants ingested in could be deadly to any dog. By becoming familiar with which houseplants are poisonous, you could save on trips to the vet and avoid…
Led by the Nose
Your dog’s nose is a treasure. It can smell things with an intensity you could never imagine. Its nose is a miracle of olfactory receptor cells supported and heightened by miniscule hairs called cilia. A final coating of mucous makes them capable of trapping every scent imaginable and some not.
There is little contest between a human’s and a dog’s nose. People only h…
Coat Care For Dogs
Gone are the days when dogs were simply bathed in a tub in the backyard with a bar of hand soap. Now there are shampoos, conditioners and coat care products designed to help your dog have a healthy, clean smelling and shiny coat. It is important to note that dog’s hair has a different pH than human hair, and products designed for us will not work as well on dogs and can, …
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Teach Heel And Take Control Of Walks
Does your dog take you for a walk or are you in full control when you are out on your daily strolls? If what you experience is a pulling canine that is wheezing breath as he is desperately trying to move you forward faster, you are not in control and need to teach your pet how to heel.
The Heel command is not difficult to put into practice but it does req…
Bearded Collie
Story and origins: Believed to be one of the oldest herding breeds in Scotland, the Bearded Collie was bred in 17th and 18th century England and Scotland. This type was used for herding sheep and cattle droving. His weather- resistant fur allows him to withstand cold, wet climates.
Description: The Bearded Collie stands 20 to 22 inches at the shoulder and weighs between 45…
Health Issues For Senior Dogs – Arthritis
As your dog becomes a senior, it is important to know what health issues he or she may face. A senior dog has special needs. Some are breed specific, many are the result of something called old age. In either case, you need to recognize the indications and be prepared to deal with these potential health problems. If you understand the issues, you will…