Tips On Getting The Right Dog For You
Are you a dog owner Are you looking for a dog or entertaining bringing one to your household
Taking In A New Dog? Here?s What You Should Know
Owning a dog is a big decision to make, and should never be taken for granted It?s a commitment that can last for several years ? small dogs may live up to eight years, while larger dogs can live twelve or more years
Bash Dibra's New Book 'Your Dream Dog: A Guide to Finding the Right Dog for You' Will Help You Choose the Right Breed
Don't let the dog bought in the spring become a throw away at the end of summer.
7 Simple Ways To Safe Guard Your Dog This Summer!
If you have a hard time in summer imagine how it must feel
under a fur coat! here are some simple tips to help your dog beat the heat.1) Bob The HairIf you have a shaggy dog like a pomeranian, Pekinese or any such variation then listen up.
The Great American Dog Show, Presented by Colleen Paige's Pet Home Magazine, Comes to Maryland
The Great American Dog Show {GADS} descends upon Southern Maryland, raining mostly dogs and one Presidential Cat! Celebrity judges from White House royalty to tough guys covered in tattoos, judge seven categories including America's Most Beautiful Dog.
The Ballad of: Brawling Mad-dog Sergeant Rook [Now in: SPANISH and English]
English VersionA bunch of us guys in the hutIn ..
What About a Newfoundland Dog
Ok, so everyone who stays on top of the show dog world knows that a Newfoundland won Best in Show at the Westminster Dog Show in 2004. That was a shock to many of the traditionalists who think that the smaller and more assertive dogs are the ideal and drool does not belong on the show floor.
The Bolognese Is A Rare Toy Dog
Bolognese also known as Bichon Bolognese is a toy dog and a member of the Bichon family.
Dog Tags Equal Fashion Statement
Dog tags were first used by military personnel These tags served as identification tags and are called as dog tags because they closely resemble actual collar tags used by dogs
Prudential Connecticut Realty Holds 'Hot Dog, Cool Cat' Contest Benefiting Sunshine Kids
The Fairfield office of Prudential Connecticut Realty held a contest "Hot Dog, Cool Cat" photo contest to benefit the "Sunshine Kids" cancer fund. The contest generated entries from all over Fairfield County Connecticut. All entries were sent to the "Sunshine Kids" headquartered in Texas.
Dog Micro Chip - Dog Training
You'd be surprised how many dogs go missing each year around the world when their perfectly good owner has a brief laps in concentration and the dog ends up running away after a squirrel or other animal never to be seen again.
Wide section of Dog Information and Advice is now available at The Professors House
The long awaited release of the Professor's House Dog Information section is finally here. The one stop shop for everything dog related, readers can now revel in the wealth of knowledge collected by various experts throughout the world.
Dog Health Conditions and Terms You Should Know... Part 2
Cryptorchidism is peculiar to male dogs and a condition present at birth.The testicle/s, which developed in the abdomen, fail to descend into the scrotum.
Ensure Proper Nutrition For Your Dog
There is more to do for your dog, when it comes to buying food for him or her to eat, then simply going to the grocery or pet store and picking up the cheapest bag of food you can find Different formulas for foods mean varying levels of quality and effectiveness in helping your dog
You thought Paris Hilton Knew How to Spoil Her Dog -- Snooty Pets Has Just Added Several New Spa Packages.
Snooty Pets have just added several new spa packages to their grooming services such as "Fou Fou," "Ooh La La," "Teacher's Pet" and "Glamour Girl." "These spa packages go beyond the typical bath and brush." Some of the luxury services include natural mud baths, paw-resurfacing and aromatic salt baths.
Newer doesn't always mean better.
Adopting an older dog may be a decision based on you or your family's lifestyle. In fact, many senior citizens opt for this choice because a new, hyperactive and untrained puppy may be too much excitement and work to handle.
Sometimes, an older dog has its advantages. It may be more settled, already house trained, leash trained, and maybe even spayed or neutered.
With this important decision, however, there are some vital points that you should keep in mind. When adopting an older dog, there is a lot to consider, no matter where you get your dog from- a kennel, a rescue center or a friend.
The first thing to research beforehand is the dog's history. Find out if the dog was a stray or where he was found. Being a stray isn't necessarily bad, but it may mean that you have to do some training. And, don't believe the myth that teaching an old dog a new trick is impossible. An older dog may be calmer, allowing you to concentrate your efforts on specific training methods.
Obedience school may be an option. Some older dogs may have been kept outside, so you may have to train it for living indoors, or vice versa. Although this will take time and energy, eventually your dog, no matter its age, will learn. At first, out of nervous habit, the dog might use the bathroom anywhere- especially if you are gone. Give the dog time to get used to his new home... it's a big change for him too. Be optimistic. He'll adjust. Overall, training a puppy is harder as they are distracted more easily.
During the initial background check, find out if the dog was abused. Just because the dog is shy in a cage or shelter, doesn't mean he was abused or will act shy once he is with you. If the dog was abused, however, he may be overly aggressive towards you or your children. Ask how the dog reacts to the human contact he receives presently. If it's a friend's or family member's dog, all of this may be a lot easier to find out.
Next, find out the reason why the older dog is now up for adoption. It makes a difference only if the dog has a violent background. It also makes a difference whether the violence was rooted in the dog's situation (i.e. taunting, hurtful children) or if the dog simply possesses an aggressive dominance over its environment. If you find that the dog was aggressive towards its previous owner, and that it wasn't the dog's temperament, you will really have to think about it.
If your dog is going to be around children, it's extremely important that you know ahead of time how your dog handles these little people. Find out what you can from the previous owner or care giver. Some dogs may have been mistreated by children in the past. These dogs tend to be overly aggressive towards children at first so please take that into consideration. Though it can generally be corrected over time and with proper training, your first responsibility is to protect the child's safety.
Please remember that most dogs in shelters or rescue clinics are there innocently. They could have been a product of a divorce, death, separated family, or a number of other circumstances. Most of these dogs have no behavioral problems and you will get along together great. The average age of a dog that you'll find at an animal shelter is between six months and one year old, that being their time of adolescence.
Finally, while most shelters ensure that their dogs are one hundred percent healthy, you will take your dog to the vet to get a check-up. This cost will likely be included in any adoption fees you pay. Insist that you take the dog to your preferred vet, and that the shelter or clinic will pay. If the dog is not spayed or neutered, then the shelter can recommend a vet and either fully reimburse the cost, or give you a coupon worth at least a fifty-percent reduction.
About the Author:
Tina Spriggs is an expert dog lover whose lifelong interest in canines provides the motivation for her site. To learn more about dogs or to find gifts and toys for them visit her site at Dog Gifts and Toys for Dog Lovers.
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