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Techniques in House Training your Dog
When scolding your dog for doing the toilet on the carpet remember that we were once young and did not use the proper toilet either. Your dog needs to be house trained, and this can be done in a few easy steps, but over a long period.
Dog house tr...
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Your Shih Tzu Puppy In The Show Ring
Who gets a ribbon? Your Shih Tzu puppy or dog will receive a ribbon if your Shih Tzu puppy or dog places first through fourth position regardless of how many entries there are in each class at a dog show. The ribbons your Shih Tzu puppy or dog w...
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Facts About Dog Agility and Equipment
Dog agility trials are becoming more and more popular the world over. They began in England, as so many good things, do, but "agility fever" quickly spread all over the globe. Now there are clubs and events everywhere that there are dogs.
Some club...
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Teaching Directional Commands for the Dog Agility Beginner
Playing, training or working your dog is incredibly rewarding. Dogs are generally friendly, responsive, and quick-to-learn. Agility training is a healthy sport for both canine and owner, as it gets you outside and active building your bond in the f...
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Why Cat Urine Smells So Bad and Doesnt Go Away
Cat urine odor is unique among the many smells we know. While there are other smells that are worse, most of us probably don't come across them.
Many people wonder why cat urine odor is so hard to get rid of. This article talks a little bit about t...
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When Canine Hips Go Bad
Unfortunately, old age and often arthritis catches up to our canine
companions as easily as it does to us. You may notice your dog has
trouble going up stairs or getting down from a car seat.
First, make sure this is not a disease or condition th...
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What You Should Know When You Get a Shelter Dog
It's appealing to see yourself "saving" an adult dog from a shelter but
dealing with a dog with a troubled or insecure past can be very challenging.
The good news is that you'll be getting a full size dog so you know what to
expect in that regard...
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Turn Fido into the Perfect Host
1. Run some practice sessions.
The sound of a doorbell or knocking
can send many dogs in a tizzy, exacerbated by a dog’s instincts to
guard his home from strangers. If your dog isn’t familiar with these
sounds, do some practice sessions. Have a ...
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Three Considerations for Canine Vaccinations
If your vet isn't rethinking the frequency of vaccinations, more
and more owners certainly are.
The idea of injecting multiple biological agents into Fido year and
year has made many people wonder what is happening to Fido besides
hopefully gain...
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Ten Obligations of a Responsible Dog Owner
1. Don’t get a dog unless you can afford the upkeep including an annual
veterinary examination, vaccinations and potential emergency care.
2. Make sure your dog has identification, preferably by microchip.
(See free article at http:www.toybreed...
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Teach Fido to Shake Paws
He’ll find it fun to learn and it’ll help stretch his brainpower. Most dogs
learn this one quickly.
1. Get a treat that’s small enough to hold in your hand but keep hidden
from him when you close your finders.
2. Place your dog in a sit position o...
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Take Fido for Country Hikes
It's a sunny, beautiful day and you're ready to ramble into the countryside. There's no reason not to go and no reason not to take Fido with you.
Do be aware that while you know the sidewalks around your home, there are
increased risks in rugged, u...
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Protect Your Dogs Feet This Winter
Sand and salt may help prevent our falls on slippery sidewalks, but they can be harsh on a dog’s unprotected feet.
When your dog goes outside this winter, he should wear paw protectors of good
quality such as the Muttluks brand. All the chain pet ...
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Leptospirosis - Deadly Disease Rains Down in the Fall
Fall through December is the prime season for leptospirosis,
a disease spread by wild and domestic animals. This disease can
attack a dog's kidneys, liver or blood vessels with serious and
even fatal consequences.
The problem is that this is the...
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Jumpin Jiminy – Keep Fido on the Ground!
Dear friends of mine have an adorable 10-month Old English Sheepdog who loves to jump up on houseguests. My friends tolerated this habit until the dog jumped on a 78-year-old woman and slammed her against the wall.
Fortunately, she was only shaken ...
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How to Walk Fido and Talk at the Same Time
I don't mean talking like "good boy" or "go potty" but the body language
that lets your dog know you are in charge.
Most of the behavior problems owners encounter
are the result of owners letting their dogs take control.
This doesn't mean being a t...
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How to Tell If Your Dog Is Aging
The usual signs of ageing are:
1) Grey hair around the muzzle.
2) Skin and coat become drier.
3) Movement is slowed. It will take Fido longer to lie down or
get up. He doesn't take steps two at a time anymore.
4) Movement can appear stiff, especial...
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Five Most Deadly Plants for Dogs
Most of us (and our dogs) love summer and the chance to be outside and
to travel both locally and across the country.
With that, however, Louise Louis of www.ToyBreeds.com reminds dog owners
that we need to be aware of potential dangers to our ca...
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Dog Kennel Clubs 101
There are two major kennel clubs in the U.S. They are the American
Kennel Club (AKC) and the United Kennel Club (UKC).
The AKC is the oldest, largest,best-known (thanks to the Westminster
Dog Show) and most rigid.
The UKC is second oldest, second l...
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Dog Days of Summer
Dog days of summer are the muggiest days of the summer and generally are
considered to occur from July 2 to Aug 11.
Wonder where that term came from? Ancient Egyptians. Before smog, lights
and construction obscured the night sky, people used to w...
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Canine Convalescent Care
At least once in your dog's life, it's likely he will have some type of surgery requiring a general anesthetic; e.g., being neutered.
Hopefully, you'll have time to prepare your dog and your home for
his recovery.
Here are a few tips to help you b...
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Beware of Raw Foods for Your Dog
Despite the best efforts of public health agencies, some dog owners
continue to believe that raw meats are safe and beneficial for their
dogs.
Many people even believe the old wives tale that cooked foods are more
difficult to digest than raw fo...
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8 Tips to Stop Dinnertime Canine Beggars
Most owners do not feed human food to their dogs. They recognize that
some foods we love (e.g., chocolate) are dangerous for dogs, but some
owners also are concerned that dogs who eat human food will start begging
for it at human dinner times.
That...
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7 Tips to Keep Fido Safe on Halloween
1. NEVER leave Fido alone outside
There are malicious youngsters (and adults) who could do anything from
taunting him to killing him as a Satanist sacrifice. Sorry to sound so
grim, but this night does bring out the worst in many.
2. Patrol your y...
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5 Commands You Should Teach Your Dog
For time-starved dog owners, training Fido can be an overwhelming task.
Based on her experience, Louise Louis of www.ToyBreeds.com
believes most dog training books ask far too much of the typical dog-owning family.
She’s boiled down the absolute ...
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