Bark Collars: Stop Unwanted Dog Barking
Bark CollarsMany pet owners become lost as to what to do when their dog is barking and nothing seems to stop him. Maybe it doesn't even bother the pet owner himself, but the neighbors are complaining.
Lucy's Dog House; How One Small Business is Saving Great Danes, One Sale at a Time
Just a little over a year old, Lucy's Dog House (http://www.lucysdoghouse.net) has found a way to help save Great Danes in need ... one sale at a time.
Pethealth101.com: New Website is an Invaluable Pet Health Resource for Dog & Cats.
Pethealth101, a pet health web site offers quick answers and solutions for pet health and behavior problems and innovative diagnostic tools for pet owners
Whos Pulling On The Leash, You Or Your Dog?
Hopefully no one is pulling the leash. The
ideal situation is that you and your dog are
equally enjoying the walk and neither is
pulling and tugging the other in any certain
direction.
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.
Steps To Become An Efficient Dog Trainer
There are some basic tips or requirements if followed sincerely will surely fulfill your dream to become an efficient dog trainer. Loving your dog will not make you a successful trainer but it will pamper your dog. Prior to considering becoming a dog trainer you must have sufficient knowledge about dog behavior, learning theories, behavior modification, first aids (both human and canine), dog competition, marketing and business management.
My Tips to Take Care of a New Dog
So you're bringing home that cute little puppy from the best breeder after doing all that research, or you found the most adorable "mutt" at the pound, where you were just going to look, you swore. And now you realize that you weren't as prepared as you thought.
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.
Dog Health Conditions and Terms You Should Know...
Some Dogs like Boxers unfortunately, are prone to several potential health problems such as:- Skin allergy- Food allergy- Cancer- Hip dysphasia- Bloat- Heart ailments- Hypothyroidism- Fleas- WormsKnowing what they are will help you to better monitor your pet's health and to gather the pertinent information, in case of an illness, that would assist your veterinarian to administer the correct diagnosis and treatment. Below are some common afflictions of Boxers.
Spaying And Neutering Your Dog ? The Facts Of Life
If healthy, the neutering of your female or male dog is a relatively safe operation, and is usually recommended by your veterinarian unless you intend to breed your dog. Sometimes the operation disturbs the dog owner psychologically or emotionally far more than the dog, who quickly recovers and become an even better pet!
Dog Rescue: Is it Right for You?
Ever had a hankering for a certain breed of dog? Not an obsession, mind you – not the sort of longing that would send you rushing to a breeder, thousand-dollar-bill in your sweaty palm – but just a gentle appreciation for the virtues of the Poodle, Pug or Pyrenean Mastiff?Let's say you have -- but you thought buying a purebred pup was a less-than-ideal use of your family's resources. If that's the case, it might be time to look up your local Dog Rescue organization! Dog Rescues are organized by breed, so prospective parents can sign up to be notified when new poodles or pugs come in.
The Lazy Dog Cookie Company® Launches Organic Soft Baked Microwavable Treats at Spring H.H. Backer Show in Baltimore, Maryland
All natural, organic soft baked microwavable dog treats in Carob Cherry Brownie and Vanilla Blueberry Blondie flavors.
Small Dog Spring Social and Fundraiser (Rochester, NY)
The Rochester Small Dog Playgroup presents the 3rd annual Small Dog Social Event in Rochester, NY. There will be a talent contest and a Spring Costume contest. So, if your dog has a special talent or a sharp spring outfit to show off-come join us and enter the contest.
Choosing Dog Tags for Your Canine
Remember when you first met your dog? He was fresh and new, and you were just getting to know each other. You went through training together, perhaps even ate together.
What You Should Know About Your Dog And Frustration
Because your dog lives with humans, he's going to have to learn to deal with frustration sometimes, because you shouldn't let things always go his way if you're to be a responsible dog owner.Dogs that are strong-willed and confident are more likely to become frustrated when they can't have something, especially if to them they are the dominant one, and not their owner.
Occasionally watching Animal Planet does have its advantage. You can really learn how to train your dog for different situations.
There was a program on in August, 2005 about a dog that loved to swim in a nearby lake. Whenever the dog left the house, you would find him in the water. The dog would just wade in the water for hours. The family would then need to go into the water and get the dog out.
Instead of going in a getting the dog out of the water, why not train the dog to get people in trouble out of the water. So the owners decided to teach the dog to save lives while enjoying the water at the same time.
Of course, an expert was brought in on training the dog to actually understand that if there is someone drowning in the water, what actually needs to be accomplished.
As a matter of fact, in the past, when the owner's daughter was having difficulty in the water, the dog was able to bring her to the dry ground but just left her there and went back into the water. Good on one hand, but what if she was unconscious?
So the training began with a long leash. The dog had a long leash on. The trainer just threw a favorite toy in the water. The dog retrieved it and came back out of the water.
The trainer then threw in 2 balls covered in a sheet tied at the top so this way the dog couldn't actually grab the balls but was able to take the knotted material in his mouth. That is what this dog did. The dog dragged the material with the balls out of the water to safety. The material acted just like a human's clothing where the dog would say grab a collar or loose clothing the person was wearing.
Then the next step they did was to use a boat with 2 people in it. The trainer threw in a favorite toy, I think it was attached to the rope outside the small boat. The dog brought back the toy and the rope attached to the boat to safety.
Their goal was to train the dog to possibly save lives on a boat that was unable to get to the shore safely. Also, if anyone was drowning, that the dog would pull the person to the safety of the ground and to get help.
This particular dog was very smart and was picking up what the trainer was doing. So if you are looking to train your dog to save lives in water, then using a long leash and doing what the trainer did above, can start you on your way.
Of course, you can find books on this very specific training method.
Copyright 2005 Fern Kuhn, RN
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