Housetraining Schedule – Housetrain a Puppy in Less than a Week
It is normal as a new puppy owner to feel clueless about housetraining a dog. Many new dog owners make the mistake of scolding their dogs when they make a mess inside.
I made this mistake with my first Chihuahua. Every time she went inside, I would take her over to the mess, scold her with a commanding voice, and occasionally …
Basic Disease Glossary Part 1
During his or her lifetime, your dog might be affected by any of several common ailments.
Fortunately, there are vaccinations for many of these problems. The type of care you will seek is preventive. This is better than reactive treatment. There is more than a little truth in the old adage: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
There are man…
Keep It Inside – Indoor Fun For Your Dog Part 1
In the world of dog, the sun is shining every day. The bunnies and other cuddly creatures are always up for a big game of chase. And the temperature is always perfect. Unfortunately we live in the real world with out pets and have to deal with real weather. Some days out of the year your dog must be inside, due to temperature or severe weather.
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Foods Dogs Should Avoid
We all love our pets and keeping them safe, healthy and happy is extremely important. It is very hard to resist giving them whatever we are eating when we see them watching us and waiting for a treat. Unfortunately, many of the foods we eat and love are potentially very dangerous to our dog’s health. Most of our canine companions act as garbage disposals and eat a…
Socializing Your Puppy – Is It Important?
Virtually all breeders, trainers and dog lovers agree the single most important factor in having a well-adjusted and calm dog or puppy is to provide appropriate socialization experiences starting at the youngest possible age. These socialization experiences need to be done on a daily basis, especially with the more aggressive or timid breeds to preven…
Take It Inside – Indoor Fun For Your Dog Part 2
No matter what the weather is outside, you can always find something to do inside. You can play with your puppy or dog. You can also work on improving his or her skills. You can play indoors with your dog, have fun, but still have a purpose in mind.
Playing Indoors With A Purpose
If you wish, you can play indoors with a specific purpose in…
The Fashionista Puppy – NOT
There are two types of people: those who dress their dogs up and those that do not. Admittedly, lines blur when a holiday comes around and the non-dressers place a cute hat or reindeer horns on the puppy’s head. They, and everyone else in the room, pronounce it cute. Yet, that is a seasonal aberration. It will not manifest itself into a daily fashion parade. On t…
Designer Dogs – What are They?
If you are an avid dog lover, or follow the recent trends in dog breeding, you have heard the term, “designer dogs.” This term identifies a dog that comes from a mixed breed that is crossed to produce a specific look. This designer dog would be easily recognized as a cross between the two dogs from which it was bred.
Below are some of the more familiar d…
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Adding To Your Dog’s Health. Nutritional Supplements Part 2
Keeping your dog healthy is one of the goals of being a successful dog owner. Providing your beloved pet with the best possible nutrition is one way to do so. Yet, while your choice of food may fulfill all the basic requirements – or even succeed them, you may find your dog requires more. In this instance, you may want to consider …
Top Dogs – Dog Film Stars Part 2
Hollywood has produced many great dog actors. Among the many dog actors, only a few have risen to star status. Some, now dead, are still remembered for the roles they played. Here in part 2, are further testaments to the power and longevity of dogs and the media of film.
• Higgins/Benji ( – 1975)
Higgins was a true trooper. He was also a mixed breed…
Make It Puppy Proof Part 2 Outside
Having the responsibility of taking care of a puppy is a serious matter. You need to provide a safe and secure environment for the animal. While many people take care to secure the inside of their home, they may forget to take care of the outdoor space. You must be comprehensive and inclusive in your protective measures. In this article, we look at puppy pro…
Keeping Down Winter Weight Gain
Winter is often the hardest time for both dogs and their people to keep in shape. All the summer fun has gone. The incentive to look good has often vanished for the human. It was never really a concern for the dog in the first place.
There are many reasons why winter is a difficult season. This may not apply to regions where balmy weather is common all year…
Pet Burial Options
The loss of a beloved dog is a tragedy. When your friend and family member passes on, you need to decide what best method of disposal. There are many different options. You can cremate, bury, stuff, freeze dry and even wear your pet’s remains. Your dog will not be able to make up his or her mind on this important issue. You will have to do it on your own.
Burial
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The Sport of Dog Tracking
If your dog is full of energy and loves to sniff this may be a new sport for you and your dog. Tracking is a competitive and recreational dog event. It is easy to understand for you and your dog. Your dog must follow a human scent trail in order to reach its goal. The dog must remain on a long leash. When your dog has found the scented item he must mark the object. They…
Dogs And Their Parasites
You will do everything you can to prevent it but chances are you will find one of these pests on your dog. Parasites love dogs because they can hide under their fur and find places to latch on where the dog can’t reach to get them off. Obviously you don’t want fleas and ticks on your pet or the diseases they tend to carry. This article discusses the best way to prevent a…
Dog DNA Testing
A new field in the scientific world is dog DNA testing. Professional breeders, vets, and dog owners use this tool for research on dogs. DNA provides information on the dogs ancestry as well as medical information.
Reasons To Put Your Dog To The Test
The most common reasons why you might seek canine DNA testing are
• to check the health of the dog on the genetic level.
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