Dogs (Animals & Pets)
Obnoxious Barking Dog Behavior – Part 2 How To Stop Your Dog From Blowing A Gasket Every Time The Door Bell Rings - Eric Letendre
First, let’s cover what you should not do: Why You Should Not Use Pinch, Choke, or Shock Collars to Control Unruly Behavior When the Doorbell Rings Negative Reinforcement has side effects. Many dog trainers will try to control the behavior by putting a choke, pinch, or shock collar on... Submitted 4 years 363 days ago.
Puppy Housebreaking Does Not Have To Be All That Hard - Debbie Ray
Puppy Housebreaking / Housetraining Procedures and Methods Puppy housebreaking should start just as soon as you bring your new puppy home - and it is the best way to teach your new puppy to go outside when it has to relieve itself. How long does it take to do puppy housetraining? The easiest... Submitted 5 years 7 days ago.
Help! My Puppy Won’t Stop Biting Me And It’s Starting To Hurt! - Eric Letendre
Dogs are not born with soft mouths, but they can learn to bite softly if taught properly, which means plenty of information and communication from you and from other dogs. Interacting with other dogs is critical to teaching your puppy bite inhibition. When two dogs play together and one bites... Submitted 5 years 13 days ago.
My first Wire Haired Fox Terrier was a male named Jock. At that time I was raising show quality Bantams (a specialty breed of poultry, rather small in size) and was having terrible trouble with rodents killing my chicks. After talking to an Exterminator, he suggested that I get a Terrier-type... Submitted 5 years 33 days ago.
About the Chinese Crested Hairless, Hairy Hairless and PowderPuff Dogs - fairyworks
The Chinese Crested Dog is not only a very sensitive and warm creature in heart and soul, but they are quite physically warm to the touch as well. With skin almost baby soft and smooth, they communicate their tenderness with a unique wholeness. Being odorless, they will keep themselves very clean... Submitted 5 years 33 days ago.
Why Raw Food (BARF) is better for your Canine or Feline Companion - fairyworks
We all realize and respect the fact that both dogs and cats, in their “natural" state, i.e. the wild, capture, kill and consume raw meat as their main food source. As a civilized society, we have taken our canine and feline friends far from their original standard of living. Has this been good... Submitted 5 years 33 days ago.
Pets Can Have The Same Territorial Feelings As People - Susan Thom
I have a border collie, a snake, three teenagers, three adults, and a puppy in my home. We just recently had to put our black lab to sleep. Last July, I was turning fifty, and something went a little haywire in my brain. (Of course, I might have been blaming it on my impending birthday!) I... Submitted 5 years 34 days ago.
What Is a Labradoodle You May Ask...and Would It Be a Good Pet For Our Family? - Lori Killinger
A Labradoodle is a cross between a Standard Poodle and a Labrador Retriever, producing and taking the best traits and qualities from each of the two breeds. Some people label them as a Designer - Dog. But they are so much more than that. Labradoodles were first bred in Australia, some thirty... Submitted 5 years 35 days ago.
Chocolate Lab Names And Others Perfect For Your Labrador Retriever -
- Richard LivitskiLooking for ideas for Labrador Retriever names? Lets face it, this breed is one, if not THE most popular dog breed in the world. And because of this it deserves a name that's as special as the dog itself. Sure, you could come up with any dog name, but why not try to find a name that actually... Submitted 5 years 67 days ago.
After a Pet Dies – Dealing with Guilt and Filling the Void - Danny Davids
Several months ago I wrote an article about our dog Cinder. The Malamute/Retriever mix changed my life; her death in August of 2005 affected me profoundly (and still does). But the story doesn’t end there. Let me continue…. By Labor Day 2005 we were moved (but definitely not settled) into our... Submitted 5 years 217 days ago.
My first dog was a mutt. Actually all my dogs were mutts, but since I am Croatian and Irish with a smidgeon of Polish ancestry in me, I suppose I also am a mutt. I don’t find any necessity in having purebred dogs as pets. I’m not against that practice. I just don’t see any requirement for a dog... Submitted 5 years 264 days ago.
Choosing the Right Breed of Dog for You - Siri McGuire
You've made the desicion that you want to buy a puppy. But what breed of puppy? The breed of puppy you choose should depend on your living conditions,personality,and family. *Consider your living space. If you live in a smaller space, it is probably best you do not get a dog that requires a... Submitted 5 years 266 days ago.
Your Dog's Anal Sacs (Glands) - Sandra Riordan
My Personal Experience with Anal Sacs! Well, I know from an up close and personal experience that anal sacs are smelly when expelled! My sister-in-law and I had the unpleasant experience of having them expel, or should I say explode all over us! One Christmas, we decided to go look at... Submitted 5 years 268 days ago.
Adopting A Pet is Harder than Adopting A Person - Deirdre Reilly
There are some things you just have to have in this life, and for me, it’s a dog. I’m a dog person. My husband, however, is a sanity-person. So naturally, our two personas are at odds with one another. Also, he feels he has done his time – we had a dog for thirteen years, so he knows... Submitted 5 years 283 days ago.
Bathing Tips For Dogs - Sharon Stajda
Is your dog's skin overly dry or flaky? Is its coat dull, and lack luster? Are there any problems that should be taken into consideration, such as lesions or rashes? Does the dog scratch, and bit areas of its body? Is the dogs coat matted, hard to groom after bathing or perhaps you are one of the... Submitted 5 years 290 days ago.
The West Highland White Terrier - Sharon Stajda
So you have decided you are going to buy a West Highland white terrier, otherwise known as a Westie. Westies are great little light-hearted dogs. They are quick to learn, and as a rule they are very self sufficient, and have wonderful, unique personalities. Most Westie owners will tell you that... Submitted 5 years 304 days ago.
Maltese Dogs: Qualities and Characteristics of the Maltese - Cory Willins
Man’s best friend comes in all shapes and sizes from massive Great Danes to microscopic Teacup Chihuahuas. It pays to be educated about the breed of dog you’re considering. Here are some things to take into account about the Maltese. The Maltese is a member of the toy class, usually weighing... Submitted 5 years 331 days ago.
How to Begin a Dog Training Career - Katie Brandt
Do you love dogs? Do you find yourself automatically trying to train each dog you come across? Would you like a fun, satisfying career that revolves around working with dogs? Then starting a dog training career could be the best career option for you. As a dog trainer you will be able to work... Submitted 5 years 340 days ago.
Natural Instinct?: The Truth about Scent Tracking Dogs - David C. Chase
Often in extreme heroic or tragic situations you see & hear about a scent tracking dog in the newspaper or on the local TV news. Have you ever watched in awe and thought to yourself, my dog can do that! While it is true that a trained scent tracking dog can be any breed or mix of dog that has the... Submitted 6 years 11 days ago.
Dog Health Tips – Care For Your Dogs at Home - Adrienne Davis
A guide to dealing with minor dog ailments as a form of Dogs’ First Aid. Everyone with pets, whether dogs or puppies, needs to have a veterinary surgeon to turn to in an emergency. They do a wonderful job, and you should never ignore an animal’s suffering. However, it is a waste of money to... Submitted 6 years 13 days ago.
Before Buying a Designer Dog - Mike Mathews
Most of you have heard about, read about or seen the new designer dogs. Some of you are probably wondering what the hype is all about. Some of you think they sound and look kind of cute and trendy. A few of you may actually be in the market to buy one of these new dogs. You have heard all the... Submitted 6 years 68 days ago.
Puppy Training, a Positive Introduction to Basic Obedience Exercises - Pat Nolan
Learning How to Learn Pups are learning all the time and there is no reason to wait for them "to grow up" before you begin training. You can start your pup's first lessons at seven weeks. Doing some early training will turn on circuits in his brain that will make all later training easier. ... Submitted 6 years 125 days ago.
Introduction to the Water Whether your pup is headed to the duck blind or you just want to teach him to swim for fun and exercise the techniques are the same. Dogs are land mammals and are not born knowing how to swim. Occasionally a young dog will wade right in and go, but most need... Submitted 6 years 125 days ago.
The Versatile Golden Retriever - Mike Mathews
The Versatile Golden Retriever So you are interested in acquiring a Golden Retriever because you think it is a friendly and good looking dog breed and you have heard that it behaves well with children. Well you are right in that the Golden is one of the best family-oriented dogs in the world as... Submitted 6 years 130 days ago.
How To Control Flea Infestation On Dogs - bodyhealth
If you were asked if your dog is healthy and happy, how would you respond? A dog can’t speak for himself and relies on you to be his eyes and ears for everything in his or her world. That means everything, from what is the best diet to reading the signs of illness. How can you control flea... Submitted 6 years 145 days ago.
