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Dog Training - Teaching Your Dog the Basics (12 May 2006) Dog training begins the minute you bring your new dog home. Whether your dog is a puppy or adult dog, you must always stay in control. Start with a good leash and a few basic commands. Introduce him slowly to the exterior and interior of your home while k.......
Interesting Old Dog Tricks: For Dog Owners Looking For Fun & Laughter (12 May 2006) The teaching and training of dog tricks while not a necessary part of a dog's education, is an achievement that offer dog owners and his friends a great deal of amusement and adds materially to the value of a dog. Training your dog tricks can be diffic.......
Dog Training part III - Communicating with the dog (11 May 2006) Fundamentally, dog training is about communication. From the human perspective the handler is communicating to the dog what behaviors are correct, desired, or preferred in what circumstances. From the canine perspective the handler must communicate what b.......
Dog Lover Gift (11 May 2006) There are a lot of dog lovers out there in the world who really love their dogs as members of their families - some as much as their kids. I have known many people who celebrate their dog's birthdays with as great joy and fanfare as others do their childr.......
Dog Training - Does Your Puppy Do This? (11 May 2006) Unfortunately, eliminating problem behaviors is one thing that most dog owners eventually face. This article will focus on a few of the most commonly encountered behavior problems. Problem #1 - Jumping up on people One of the most frequently cited p.......
Five Mistakes New Puppy Owners Make (09 May 2006) You've researched the different dog breeds to find the best one for you and your family, you've taken the time to find out whether the breeder you chose is ethical, and now you're finally bringing that precious new bundle of joy home. The hard part is ove.......
Dog Training part IV - Reward and punishment (09 May 2006) Most training revolves around giving the dog consequences for his behaviour, in the hope of influencing the behaviour the dog will exhibit in the future. Operant conditioning defines four types of consequences: Positive reinforcement adds something to .......
On Trust & Paid For: One of the Oldest Dog Tricks that Never Fail to Entertain (09 May 2006) "On Trust" & "Paid For" for are one of the oldest dog tricks that afford as much entertainment as anything a dog can do since the early 1900s. It is not the easiest trick to be taught but can be elaborated on and presented in several different forms t.......
How to Choose the Right Dog for You and Your Family (08 May 2006) Choosing the Right Dog Dogs seek out people and take obvious pleasure in their company. They often fulfill a childlike role and are dependent in their owners for most of their life. This dependency works both ways and your dog becomes part of your fami.......
Pet Caring (08 May 2006) Pet Caring When we first say the word Pet Training the first thing that comes to our minds would probably be a picture of a puppy jumping and catching something such as a tennis ball or other obje.......
Understanding Psychology Of Dog Training: Pack Behavior & Establishing Control (07 May 2006) Dogs are descendent of wolves. To study the psychology of dog training and understand the pack hierarchal system of dogs, we must go back and examine their ancestor - wolves. Wolves live naturally in packs of at least 2 and more... They live in a dicta.......
Understanding Dog Fleas: How Fleas Breed & Affect Your Dogs Health (07 May 2006) Fleas belong to the insect order Siphonaptera. They are common pests and may attack many mammals, including man. They can be a year round problem because they infest not only pets but also the home of the owner. Because of this, treatment of the pet alone.......
Biting & Nipping Behavior Can Kill Your Dog! (07 May 2006) Dog bite injuries are alarmingly the most common condition that we human suffer from as a result of contact with dogs. In the United States alone, there are between 1-2 million people bitten by dogs each year. Most bites landed on children with boys mo.......
Tips & Guide To Looking For A Good Dog Trainer (06 May 2006) Dog training is definitely not rocket science and is easier than you would expect particularly if you can get help from a good dog training book or guide. It's also certainly possible for almost any dog owners to train their dogs themselves provided they .......
Gifts For Dog Lovers, and Dogs (06 May 2006) There is a plethora of dog gifts available in the marketplace, with each gift type celebrating a different breed of dogs - man's faithful companion. You would be overwhelmed by the sheer variety of gifts and the fact that you could easily find a gift pert.......
Yo Quiero Chihuahuas: the Tiny Lap Dog with the Big Personality (06 May 2006) This small, spunky dog breed is famous for coining the phrase Yo quiero Taco Bell. Who doesn't remember the commercials in which the Chihuahua expressed his love for Taco Bell food? Tiny and energetic, the Chihuahua typically weighs between 2-6 lbs and.......
The Boston Terrier: A Very Self Sufficient Dog and a Great Family Pet (05 May 2006) The Boston Terrier has been nicknamed the American Gentleman because of its wonderful, gentle disposition and its tuxedo like coat. One of the few breeds that is truly "made in the USA". Boston Terriers are rated by the American Kennel club as one of.......
What To Do With Pets During a Hurricane (05 May 2006) Pets are not an easy thing to take care of in the event of a hurricane, but it is essential that you have a plan for them. If you have to evacuate, not every shelter will allow your pet to stay there. This can cause the greatest complication. There are.......
Boston Terriers: Great Family Pets (04 May 2006) The Boston Terrier has been called the ultimate family dog. Many owners say that your family is not complete until you have a Boston Terrier or two. And it's easy to see why owners give glowing reports of the interactions between their Boston Terriers an.......
Pets Help Heal (04 May 2006) Therapy dogs are dogs that are canine good citizens and are well trained and of a nature that is suitable for interaction with humans who are unwell. Studies have shown that interaction with pets and the special bonding it brings, helps the sick heal fast.......
