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Finding The Right Animal Trainer Or Dog Obedience School Made Easy

staff — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 14:54:09 +0000

Fact: Dog is man’s best friend. But, will you still consider your dog your best friend if it keeps on peeing everywhere, chewing on every furniture you have, eating more dog foods than the usual, and making a complete mess out of your room, garden, and home in general? It’s fun to have a dog to walk around, there’s no doubt about that.

Equipment Specifically For Dog Training

staff — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 23:28:18 +0000

To train your dog you need some good equipment to do it! It’s easy enough to find places that sell dog training equipment these days. You can find stores in your local phonebook or on the internet. The internet has everything these days and is usually a lot less expensive. So I suggest having a look there first. Dog training equipment comes in all shapes, sizes and colors so there is something to suit everyone.

Preparing For Agility Competitions

staff — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:28:14 +0000

One of my favorite activities is dog agility, it keeps you fit and makes you feel good picking up those trophies at the end of each competition.

Dog agility training is somewhat harder than other training options, but I find it the most fun. Firstly if you haven’t heard of dog agility it is a sport for dogs and owners. It is extremely popular in the UK and now there are reports of it happening in the USA and down under in Australia. It comprises of a main event, of which there are lots of different courses for your dog to run. In the courses there is a set number of obstacles. 26 is the average. Your dog has to complete the course without getting any faults in the quickest time to win. Sounds easy? Think again.

Top Reasons to Spay or Neuter your Dog

staff — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 18:47:47 +0000

Every year there are more puppies born into the world than there are homes for them to grow up in. Sadly approximately sixty-four percent of all dogs that end up in shelters across the United States end up being euthanized for lack of adequate homes. The top reason to spay or neuter your dog is to prevent the overpopulation of animals, which can then lead to the untimely death of the animal. Spaying or neutering “is the single most important thing you can do to prevent animal cruelty!”

Defining Parvo: What Happens if Your Dog Contracts It

staff — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:45:18 +0000

Parvovirus is a serious viral disease affecting dogs. Parvovirus, which grows rapidly within dividing cells, is found more often in puppies, though it does affect adult dogs as well. Since the largest concentration of rapidly dividing cells is found in the intestinal lining, parvovirus is found in that area of the animal’s body. As a result, the dog has diarrhea, which is often bloody, and white blood cells become suppressed. In puppies that are very young, parvovirus can ultimately infect the heart muscle and cause sudden death.

Preventative Measures to Keep Dogs from Biting

staff — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 18:36:31 +0000

There is no way to guarantee that your dog or dogs will never bite a human being but there are preventative measures you can take. The CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) has provided some excellent tips. First of all it is advisable to do your research before choosing a dog that is appropriate for your family. Take your lifestyle as well as your immediate environment (your house, yard, neighboring houses, proximity to walking trails and parks, etc.) into consideration and if necessary speak to a professional who knows plenty about dogs and can advise you as to what kind of dog is right for you.

Are You Ready for Dog Ownership?

staff — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:26:18 +0000

Owning a dog can be a rewarding experience. Dogs offer us companionship and lifelong friendship, as well as endless entertainment with their antics. Owning a dog is a serious responsibility and you should think about it thoroughly before you bring a pooch into your home.

Your Child vs. Your Pet: How to Keep the Peace

staff — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:23:03 +0000

How will my dog and my new baby get along? Will I have to get rid of my loyal, furry companion in order to ensure the safety of my child? These are the questions that plague many dog owners as they anticipate the birth and homecoming of their first child. The good news is that even though the process of introducing your dog to your newest family addition is a careful and cautious one, it’s not impossible. With some pre-planning on your part, you can train your dog to get along with your child and can raise your child to respect and love your dog as much as you do.

Overcoming Arthritis in Dogs

staff — Fri, 02 May 2008 18:39:27 +0000

Arthritis is a health problem that not only humans deal with, but so do their animals. In fact, one-fifth of dogs in the US, over the age of seven, suffer with painful DJD (degenerative joint disease) as veterinarians like to say. It is also one of the top recurring pains in dogs that they treat. Arthritis in dogs can affect their back, elbows, shoulders, hip and neck.

Field Trials for Your Sporting Dog

staff — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 17:33:33 +0000

For those of you who aren’t too familiar with the term “field trials,” it is a sport in which the sporting dog competes under hunting conditions. The dog can pick up the scent of a rabbit or small animal and follow the trail until he’s found it. There are also the bird trials where the animal retrieves a fallen bird. During competition, the different breeds are divided into various groups. The following groups are: Pointing Dog Trials, Retriever Trials, Spaniel Trials, Beagle Trials & Hound Trials. The following guidelines are an example of what is expected before entering your sporting dog.