Heat Brutality – Heatstroke
Every summer it happens. People go off into the malls or stop “briefly” in a grocery store. They have just stepped away from the car for a “minute.” This would be fine, but they leave behind their dog. He or she is left sitting as the temperature in the vehicle rises. The ultimate result may well be heatstroke and a dead dog.
Causal Factors of Heatstro…
These Emergency Life Saving Techniques May Save Your Dog. Part 2
The worst has happened. Your beloved companion is hurt. You need to act and act quickly. In this article, we look at 2 possible techniques you can use to save your dog’s life. They cannot replace the intervention by a qualified Vet. They are meant to help you and your pet survive until you can reach the vets.
As mentioned i…
These Emergency Life Saving Techniques May Save Your Dog. Part 1
We do not want to think it would ever happen. Your dog is hit by a car; your favorite canine stops breathing. What to do. Yes, you can and must get your animal to a vet. Yet, there are also several things to do to help your dog survive the emergency.
The first thing you must do is remain calm. I know this easier said than do….
The Good and The Bad of Exercising with Your Dog.
People and dogs can both benefit by exercising together as it is a way for both to stay in shape and to spend some time together. People and dogs do not always have the same level of exercise needs, thus, it would be a good idea for a dog owner to make some adjustments in the exercise routing that will be beneficial and appropriate for the dog…
Locating A Good Groomer
An important part of caring for your dog is choosing a friendly, professional dog groomer. Since your dog groomer may be alone with your dog when it is being groomed, it is essential to know how they will treat your dog. It is imperative to know in advance if they will contact you with problems with your dog or if they understand how to groom you breed of dog.
Many…
All The Right Food, Meeting Your Dog’s Nutritional Needs
While it is true that most dogs will eat just about everything, it is not equally true that eating everything is good for them. Your dog requires a balanced diet of healthy food to be healthy, happy and fit. It is up to you to ensure he or she is eating a properly balanced meal.
What is the Proper Diet For Your Dog
The right diet fo…
My Dog Has Allergies? Really. Part 1
Your pet consists of muscle, bone, tissue, glands and other physical components comparable to yours. He or she can catch similar diseases. One of the growing recognizable health issues among dogs today is allergies. Your pet can be allergic, like you, to food, mould, dust bunnies and pollen. How your pet reacts, however, is different. The symptoms of canin…
Useful Dog Training Resources
If you need help with dog training, you may be wondering where you can turn to receive the assistance you require. What you will discover is that there are many different resources readily available to you that can provide you with the guidance and support you are looking for. You may find that some of them will prove more useful than others but what you deem ben…
Make It Puppy Proof Part 1 Inside
Having a puppy is a big responsibility. You have to meet all the little creature’s physical needs. You need to provide him or here with the right nutrition, the correct type of exercise. You have to keep him or her warm and safe.
Keeping puppy safe means you have to puppy-proof your entire home. You have to go through it inside and out. You will need to …
Coprophagy In Dogs
If there is one habit owners all agree is unpalatable, it is coprophagy. Coprophagy is the eating of stools. Dogs will happily devour the feces of rabbits, deer, geese, horses, cats and other (or their own) species. While there is no real danger from eating the stools of many animals, danger does lie in sampling from the kitty litter box and dining on doggy doo doo. Dog and…
Dog Beds
Dogs are very important members of our family, our special companions that give us unconditional love and affection. Because we want only the best for our pets, it is our responsibility to provide them with a home, food, security and warmth. Just like us, dogs love to be comfortable especially when they sleep. We would never consider making them sleep on the floor. Furnishing you…
Dog Art 101 -Part 1
Every year, during the Westminster Dog Show, Bonham’s in New York holds a sale of dog-related art. Here, collectors and specialized buyers come to purchase the very best in this particular field of art. The popularity of this and other sales focusing on dog art work, proves the interest in this specialized area has not waned over the passing years. From original oil pain…
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Does A Dog Learn Through Repetition?
At a glance, it appears that a canine takes many repetitions to understand a lesson. According to common belief, a canine has to practice a behavior over and over until the lesson seeps into his limited mind. Then it becomes so ingrained in the dog’s brain that it becomes a habit. That dogs require repetition to learn is particularly obvious when we are tr…
Stay In Control with the Come Command
Teaching your dog to Come is very important because like the Stay command it helps to keep him safe and you in control. The goal is not to simply have your dog understand what the Come command means, but to have him return to you every time he is called. It will take many training sessions before this is achieved but your patience and consistence will make…
source: www.thedogscene.co.uk/details/why-a-looser-dog-leash-gives-you-more-control-2106.html For dog owners who have a dog that pulls all the time when walking, the idea that a looser leash will give you more control may seem laughable, but as ever with most things to do with dog training, the logic is there…
source: www.dogtraining15minsaday.com/dogarticles.html It is important to feed your Labrador retriever a healthy diet that consists of regular daily feedings at about the same time every day. Once you have set up a schedule for your dog’s feedings you will also want to have a specific location…
The Truth about Chocolate
I have a confession. I feed my dog chocolate. I know. I can just imagine the horrified looks across the faces of dog lovers everywhere. But, it is true. In fact, I have fed all my dogs chocolate, at one time or another. Furthermore, I rarely eat cheap chocolate. I eschew the commercial bars with their additives and fillers. I prefer the dark, expensive kind.
No, my …