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Discipline Your Dog Instead Of Punishing Him (04 May 2006) Basics Dog Training - Discipline Too often, dogs do not understand why they are receiving punishment or which behavior produced the punishment. Dog owners attribute unrealistic reasoning abilities far beyond the animal's mental capacity. The own.......
A Tale Of Four Dog Foods: Finding The Best Chow For Your Hound (03 May 2006) We all love our dogs and want to give them the best life has to offer. But with so many variations of dog food in the market, it isn't always easy to identify the best food for our dog. Who can possi...
The Growing Use Of Pets As Therapy (03 May 2006) The inclusion of pets into hospital and rehabilitation environments has long been considered very therapeutic, and pets continue to be an important part of life long after rehabilitation has ended. I...
Cat Owners' Cat Training Books (03 May 2006) This article seeks to give you a solid knowledge base regarding the subject matter, no matter what your previous experience on the topic. Cats are wonderful animals! It is remarkable how well these a...
Is Your Cat Ready for Toilet Training? Here's 5 Ways You Can Tell (01 May 2006) At the end of a long day, who wants to sift through a messy litter box? Certainly not me. Up until now, the litter-box has been a necessary evil, a small price to pay for our beloved companions. But ...
Dog Training Part II - Age for early training (01 May 2006) Dog training begins virtually at birth. Dogs that are handled and petted by humans regularly during the first eight weeks of life are generally much more amenable to being trained and living in human households. Ideally, puppies should be placed in their .......
Keep Your Dog Fit And Healthy - Give Her The Best Dog Food Possible (29 Apr 2006) What is the best dog food? Veterinarians are often hit by that question from scads of anxious dog owners. Every dog owner wants to feed their dog with the best that is available. However, the sheer variety of dog foods and the conflicting views on the bes.......
Cultivating Good Behaviour In Your New Puppy (29 Apr 2006) The most crucial aspect of house training a puppy is to teach it how to remain clean in the house. Dogs are not shabby by nature - they would normally urinate and defecate away from their sleeping and feeding area. Puppies that have been raised in a shabb.......
How To Effectively Crate Train Your Dog (28 Apr 2006) Using a crate to train your dog is one of the best methods available. Crate training works well because it ties in with the natural instincts of your dog. By using this method of training you will have a clean home and a dog which behaves properly. The mo.......
Puppy Training: What Type Of Collar Should Your Puppy Have? (28 Apr 2006) Whether the concern is to train your dog or impart an identity to it, dog collars and leashes play a crucial role. Dog collars come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles, and are much of a fashion statement nowadays. A dog collar could be a lifesaver f.......
Pomeranian Standard: Does Your Dog Measure Up and Does It Matter? (28 Apr 2006) Pomeranians are a special breed of toy dog. They are loyal, energetic and protective towards their owners. Pomeranians are full of character and many people fall in love with their friendly faces. They are also a happy dog most of the time and very notic.......
Happiness is a Well Trained Puppy (27 Apr 2006) If you are reading this article you might be thinking about buying a puppy; or already bought on. Congratulations on the new addition to your home! You now have a friend who is always ready to play, never too tired to go for a walk and one of the most loy.......
Passing the Time Away With Your Dog and He Will Enjoy It Too (27 Apr 2006) They aren't called man's best friend for nothing! Having a dog can lengthen your life, lower your stress levels and just generally improve your quality of life. Playing together is an important part of being together and having a happy, healthy dog........
Dog Training Part I (26 Apr 2006) Dog training is the process of teaching a dog to exhibit certain desired behaviors in specific circumstances. Some examples are: * Teaching a dog basic obedience commands (part of obedience training) * Teaching a dog to perform tricks casually or for .......
Looking After Your Dog, Part Eleven - Older Dogs (26 Apr 2006) The advances in medicine and veterinarian competence have significantly improved the life expectancy of pets. And this entails a rather new aspect in canine care - how to care for older dogs. Since the life expectancy of dogs is typically 15-20 years, the.......
Looking After Your Dog, Part Twelve - Training Basics (26 Apr 2006) Dogs have inherent wild characteristics, often being aggressive and barking unnecessarily. Some dog owners are frustrated with the situation and frequently smack their dog or banish it to the backyard. However, treating pets in such a way conjures an imag.......
Good Grief! Helping You Cope With The Loss Of A Pet (25 Apr 2006) We bought our daughter Julie a St. Bernard five years ago. Each evening "Mackie" climbed up on my lap to take a nap (even after she was full grown)! A couple years later Mackie died of a kidney disease. We buried her under her favorite tree, made a marker.......
Looking After Your Dog, Part Seven - Dog Agility Training (25 Apr 2006) Dog agility is a sport in which a dog runs on a course, laid with intermittent obstacles, under the supervision of its owner or trainer. The sport made its debut as an entertainment event for spectators at the Crufts Dog Show in 1979, and has not looked b.......
Looking After Your Dog, Part Eight - Dog Gifts (25 Apr 2006) If you absolutely adore your dog then purchasing a dog gift can be an exhilarating experience for you. No matter what your budget constraints there are an awful lot of dog gifts to choose from. In fact, the sheer variety of gift ideas can often be inundat.......
