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How to Teach a Dog to Heel (03 Sep 2006) If you are a dog owner and would like to train your dog, one of the simplest and easiest commands for the dog to learn is the "heel" command. What is to heel for the dog? This means that when successful, the dog will walk alongside its owner at a proper.......
How to Teach a Dog to Fetch (02 Sep 2006) Dogs are considered to be man's best friend. This household pet loves to grab things such as food on the table to plastic toys found in the yard. Instead of letting the dog chew this to bit, why not teach the dog to fetch so this can be returned and throw.......
Teaching a Dog to Come When Called (02 Sep 2006) Every dog deserves a name. It will be silly not to give it one because someone else in the neighborhood might lay claim to that pet. But there should be more done than just giving it a name. The owner should teach the dog to come when called so that th.......
Teaching a Dog to Roll Over (02 Sep 2006) There are lots of different tricks to teach a dog. One that is very popular to those who love to play often is known as rollover. This will make the pet go round and round in the ground that could be dizzy for the one who is doing it. There are two wa.......
Do I really need Pet Insurance? (01 Sep 2006) Pet owners are at serious risk of underestimating the time and expense that having a sick or injured pet can have on their lives as fees for vets are expected to continue to rise by 20 per cent over the next three years. It has been estimated that 40 .......
What You Should Avoid When Teaching Your Puppy To Come (01 Sep 2006) The best time to start training your dog is when he is still a puppy. Puppies, like people, absorb programs and behaviours from a very young age. Except for the ages of 8 to 11 weeks of age, give your puppy the benefit of meeting people, other dogs, and t.......
Signs You Might Be A Cat (01 Sep 2006) You can get cuddles whenever you want them. You yowl loudly if your litter box is not clean. You yowl loudly at the full moon. You yowl loudly for no reason. Floor swimming! Ping Pong balls! You find yourself bathing Daddy every da.......
Dog Travel Tips for Dog Owners (31 Aug 2006) Dog travel is a big concern of many vacation seeking dog owners. As leisure travel picks up this month, Americans more than ever are letting their dogs travel with them. Here are 5 practical dog tr...
Cat Litter Problems: Litter Box of Glass (31 Aug 2006) One major problem you encounter as a cat owner involves your cat's use (or non-use) of her litter box. This is probably one of the most frustrating issues that arise in caring for your new cat. You buy a litter box, often an expensive one, fill it wi.......
Learn The Secrets To Keeping Your Dog Healthy And Safe (31 Aug 2006) Copyright 2006 The Pet Med Site Dogs have long been known as "man's best friend". If you own a dog, you've likely already discovered the truth of that statement. Our dogs bring us hours of joy and companionship, provide unconditional love, and ask .......
Dealing With House Training Your Dog (29 Aug 2006) House training is one of those issues that every dog owner must grapple with. In most cases house training is the first major milestone in the relationship between owner and dog, and it can sometimes...
Choosing A Good Dog Breeder (29 Aug 2006) Are you planning on getting a dog? If you are, then you really need to read this. There are things you need to consider before getting a dog. Of course, you don't want a sickly and ill-tempered dog, ...
Don't Be A Dog Butler - Get A Dog Door!! (29 Aug 2006) INTRODUCTION The main benefit of a dog door is obvious: with the addition of a simple flap to your back door, your dog will be free to come and go from your house. With a dog door, you will no longer...
Keep Your Dog Safe And Happy With A Dog Fence (28 Aug 2006) INTRODUCTION Every dog needs exercised to be healthy. A dog chained in the backyard will not grow into the happy pet that you want. For this reason, it is important to use a dog fence to provide a se...
Hot Tips On Dog Training (28 Aug 2006) INTRODUCTION Dog training is one of the most important things you can do for your pet. It will greatly improve the relationship between you and your dog. Dog training will give you a means of communi...
Dog Training The Gentle Way – The Sit Command (28 Aug 2006) Dog Training using positive reinforcement techniques is the gentle and humane way to teach your dog the rules. You will be fostering a loving relationship with your dog instead of intimidating and sc...
The Best Dog Training Books (24 Aug 2006) Why is it that my neighbor can't seem to figure out that when he locked his untrained payout and goes off to work all day that the dog does nothing to bark, bark and bark. What an idiot, a neighbor I...
Are You a Pet Lover Yet? (24 Aug 2006) Are you a pet lover? If not, you should be! Pets have been best friends with humans for almost forever! They're always there for you, whether it was to cheer you up, or to just being a loving compani...
Simple Method To House Train Your Dog (23 Aug 2006) How long should it take to house train a dog? It depends on several factors; your dedication, and the time you are willing to put into the training process. Other important factors include your dogs ...
Dog Earrings: For the Dog Lovers (23 Aug 2006) Dog earrings are well loved by all dog lovers. If you are looking for a gift to get that dog lover in your life, you should give her earrings with dogs on them. If you can find earrings with a dog on them that looks like a dog she has, all the better. She.......
