| (Published: Mon, 17 Oct 2005 21:23:46 -0400) |
| How to choose a dog breeder |
| Generally people are very keen on animals, dogs especially,wanting to have one in their apartments or houses. The dog breeders are the persons you can contact whenever you want to take a pure breed dog. Yet, the problem of the dog breeders's reputation arises and you need to be sure that this person |
| Author: Andrew Mills |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Tue, 01 Nov 2005 20:01:32 -0500) |
| Super Cat Urine Prevention Tips |
Many times cat owners are at a loss as to why their cat doesn't use their litter box. Here are some great tips that can help you solve the problem.
The litter box is the first thing you should check. It should be in a quiet, private area of the house. Many people put them in their basements a |
| Author: Mike Taylor |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 22:58:53 -0500) |
| Dog training - the basic commands |
| There are of course many reasons for owners to want a calm, obedient and faithful dog. For one thing, obedient and trained dogs are happier dogs, less likely to get into tussles with people or with other dogs. Another reason is that many communities require that the dogs living in their neighborhood |
| Author: Andrew Mills |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Tue, 13 Dec 2005 10:48:51 -0500) |
| Choosing a Labradoodle Breeder |
“Temperament and Soundness are the two KEY elements in a good family companion; they must not be sacrificed for any reason.”
Quoted from the LAA Breed Standards http://www.laa.org.au/breed_standard.htm
I want to stress the importance of not choosing a Labradoodle puppy based on pr |
| Author: Edie MacKenzie |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 02 Jan 2006 07:53:57 -0500) |
| Comparing Goldendoodles and Labradoodles |
| Goldendoodle and Labradoodle breeder Michael Waggenbach, of Sunshine Acres feels, “For a therapy dog, the Goldendoodle is the better choice. I’m not sure what it is, but they don’t tend to dust all the tabletops when walking into a hospital or an elderly home, where the Labradoodles’ tails are going |
| Author: Edie MacKenzie |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 02 Jan 2006 11:04:50 -0500) |
| Health Problems in the German Shepherd Dog |
| As with most pedigree breeds, there are certain hereditary conditions that can be a problem in the German Shepherd Dog as well as other health issues that are more prevalent in this breed which need to be considered if you are thinking acquiring a |
| Author: Jayne Shenstone |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 02 Jan 2006 11:06:10 -0500) |
| The German Shepherd Dog |
| Dogs called German Shepherds were first exhibited at shows in Germany towards the end of the nineteenth century but they were hardly Shepherds as we know them today being rough coated, short tailed and rather resembling mongrels. The German Shepherd D |
| Author: Jayne Shenstone |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 02 Jan 2006 11:07:56 -0500) |
| Training Your German Shepherd Dog |
| The German Shepherd Dog truly is a wonderful animal and not only do they make good working dogs, they also make superb family pets. They are however very different from other pet breeds and need to be handled and trained with a different approach to say your average labrador or poodle for instance.< |
| Author: Jayne Shenstone |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Thu, 05 Jan 2006 22:58:30 -0500) |
| Puppy Training - How to Train Your New Puppy to Sit |
| Training your dog to "sit" is probably the first thing you will train your puppy to do. You can start the training as soon as the puppy has settled in his new home. You might think this training isn't that important. A dog knows how to sit. Well, I think it is very important. Read on and you will fo |
| Author: James Theiss |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Tue, 10 Jan 2006 19:24:48 -0500) |
| How to Wean a Bottle Fed Kitten |
A common problem with new kitten owners is knowing when to start the weaning process,
First off, a kitten needs milk during the first four to five weeks of age so it’s usually not a good idea to start before week four.
It is important to be patient! Remember, your kitten is still a bab |
| Author: Mike Taylor |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Wed, 11 Jan 2006 17:28:43 -0500) |
| Dog Training and Your Relationship With Your Dog |
| My best friend is incredible! She’s one of those rare types who hangs on every word you say. She’s content to be quiet when I need stillness, even though she’s one of those high-drive types. All I have to do is call and she’s there in an instant, no matter what she was doing before.&n |
| Author: Melissa Buhmeyer |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Thu, 12 Jan 2006 08:01:32 -0500) |
| Tips On Eliminating Your Puppy Bad Habits Of Whining, Excessive Barking And Chewing |
| Anyone who owns a dog or puppy will eventually run into the need to eliminate unwanted habits. While most dogs are eager to please their owners and smart enough to do what is asked of them, it is important for the owner to properly communicate just what constitutes acceptable and unacceptable behavi |
| Author: Jonathan Cheong |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Fri, 13 Jan 2006 07:07:22 -0500) |
| How To Train Your Dog To Heel Off The Leash |
Important - When you take the leash off, remember the following:
Your dog should not run off, with you chasing vainly behind, yelling for Fido to come back.
Yes, if you want Fido to free heal, you must have your dog trained to heal on the leash first.
This is how you need to start;< |
| Author: Peter Roberts |
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| (Published: Sat, 14 Jan 2006 23:28:59 -0500) |
| How To Find a Search and Rescue Dog Training School |
There are many things dogs can be trained to do but, of all the tasks a working dog can perform, search and rescue ranks the highest for needing qualified, professional trainers. A Search and Rescue (SAR) dog’s performance, quite literally, can determine life or death to a human in need.
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| Author: Melissa Buhmeyer |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Tue, 17 Jan 2006 23:13:07 -0500) |
| How You Can Prevent Your Puppy From Jumping On People, Tugging The Leash And Roaming Around Dangerously |
Unfortunately, eliminating problem behaviors is one thing that most dog owners eventually face. Here we will focus on a few of the most commonly encountered behavior problems.
Problem #1 – Jumping up on people
One of the most frequently cited problems with dogs is that of jumping up on |
| Author: Jonathan Cheong |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Thu, 19 Jan 2006 14:14:34 -0500) |
| Organic Dog Food and Making the Right Choice |
| So what's the deal with Organic dog food?
As you know, dog food is available in a wide variety of colours, sizes, flavors, and shapes. The real distinction is obviously the ingredients contained in the products. You may be surprised to know that the ingredient list on dog food labels reads very m |
| Author: Hanif Khaki |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Thu, 02 Feb 2006 20:58:06 -0500) |
| 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. With time, you and your dog became very close – even closer than you are to a lot of people you know. Your dog is special to you. H |
| Author: Keith Londrie |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sat, 21 Jan 2006 02:42:38 -0500) |
| How To House Train Your Dog Effectively |
House training is one of the most important parts of training any dog to be a valued part of the family. As with many other aspects of dog training, the best way to house train a dog is to use the dog’s own nature to your benefit.
The great thing about dogs, and the thing that can make house |
| Author: Jonathan Cheong |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sat, 21 Jan 2006 04:20:52 -0500) |
| The Do’s And The Don’ts Of House Training Your Puppy |
House training a puppy is very important for the well being of both the puppy and the owner. The number one reason that dogs are surrender to animal shelters is problems with inappropriate elimination, so it is easy to see why proper house training is such an important consideration.
It is im |
| Author: Jonathan Cheong |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sat, 21 Jan 2006 12:18:14 -0500) |
| Learn The Procedures Of Paper Training Your Dog For A Healthier And Cleaner Environment |
House training is one of the most important elements of creating a well trained dog and trusted family member. Problems with house training and similar issues are the number one reason that dogs are surrendered to shelters, so properly house training your dog can literally save his or her life.
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| Author: Jonathan Cheong |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sun, 22 Jan 2006 11:34:17 -0500) |
| Simple Solutions With Dealing And Overcoming Dog House Training Issues |
| The best house training uses the dogs own instincts to avoid soiling its bed to train the dog where and where not to eliminate. That is the basis behind crate training, in which the dog is confined to its crate in the absence of the owner, and den training, in which the dog is confined to a small ar |
| Author: Jonathan Cheong |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 23 Jan 2006 05:33:29 -0500) |
| What You Should Know About Crate Training - One Of The Most Effective Ways Of House Training Any Puppy Or Dog |
Crate training is one of the most effective ways of house training any puppy or dog. Crate training is very efficient, and very effective, since it uses the natural instinct of the dog to achieve the desired result of a clean house and a well trained dog.
The concept behind crate training is |
| Author: Jonathan Cheong |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 23 Jan 2006 13:33:35 -0500) |
| The One Important Aspect You Must Differentiate In Order To Gain Respect From Your Dog |
The basis of training any animal is winning its trust, confidence and respect. True training cannot begin until the animal has accepted you as its leader, respects you and entrusted you with his or her confidence.
The mistake many puppy owners make is mistaking love and affection for respect |
| Author: Jonathan Cheong |
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| (Published: Wed, 25 Jan 2006 01:36:53 -0500) |
| Here Is A Strong Training Method To Effectively Control Your Dog At Difficult Situations |
The head collar has become an increasingly popular dog training tool in the past couple of years. Two of the most well known brands of head collar on the market are the Gentle Leader and the Halti, but there are many other brands that incorporate the basic head collar concept.
Many people fin |
| Author: Jonathan Cheong |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 30 Jan 2006 16:18:17 -0500) |
| Canine Hydrotherapy: Choosing The Right Therapist |
Dogs are like people in so many ways: they need to be touched, loved, and appreciated; they need exercise, proper nutrition, and good care; and sometimes they get the same diseases, like arthritis.
It's been found that one of the best treatments for humans suffering from arthritis and other j |
| Author: Peter Goldberg |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 30 Jan 2006 21:37:46 -0500) |
| Broken Legs are Serious Risks for Italian Greyhounds |
| We have two Italian Greyhounds (affectionately referred to as IG’s). Dixie was two when we brought Yankee home. I read that IG’s are happier with another animal and thought that another IG would be half as much trouble and twice as much fun. After a few days of establishing a pack order the two beca |
| Author: Kerry Clabaugh |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Thu, 02 Feb 2006 18:06:47 -0500) |
| Why dogs bark |
Picture this, you're walking in the park, minding your own business when suddenly a dog comes up to you and starts barking. You start to panic because there is no reason for this dog to be barking at you.
Why is this dog barking?
Dogs bark because we humans want our dogs to bark. For y |
| Author: Keith Londrie |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sat, 04 Feb 2006 10:23:40 -0500) |
| Dealing with problem puppy behaviors |
Everyone who owns a puppy or dog will eventually have to deal with and correct less than desirable behaviors on the part of their companion animal. There are a number of behaviors that should be nipped in the bud, including:
Jumping up on people
This is one of those behaviors that many own |
| Author: Chris Vergaelen |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sat, 04 Feb 2006 21:24:13 -0500) |
| How To Eliminate Your Puppy's Love of Nipping |
If you've ever been nipped by a puppy, you know those teeth can be as sharp as ice picks. While other dogs generally have thick skin and can handle a nip relatively undamaged, we humans are not quite so fortunate. And yes, a puppy bite can definitely break skin.
So how do you put a stop to yo |
| Author: David Silva |
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| (Published: Mon, 06 Feb 2006 21:12:53 -0500) |
| Dog Training - When To Give Your Dog The Freedom Off The Leash |
| Many dog owners are anxious to give their four legged companions the freedom of going off leash, but it is important not to rush that important step. Dogs should only be allowed off their leash after they have become masters of all the basic obedience commands, such as walking at your heel, sitting |
| Author: Keith Londrie |
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| (Published: Thu, 09 Feb 2006 20:14:02 -0500) |
| GPS Tracking for Man's Best Friend |
| To say that our pets are our best friends is an understatement. There are many people in this world who see their pets as life long companions, and even an integral of their family. How would you feel if your pet has run away, or perhaps has gotten lost somewhere outdoors? It would make your heart b |
| Author: Simon Wyryzowski |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 13 Feb 2006 20:13:51 -0500) |
| How to Avoid Problems when Boarding your Dog |
Most dogs, especially older ones, develop a sense of pattern in their daily lives. Transporting them to new places or doing something that could disrupt those habitual patterns can be upsetting to them.
Experts say that old pets are more likely to have health problems. Common to senior pets a |
| Author: Katie Simpson |
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| (Published: Fri, 17 Feb 2006 17:10:01 -0500) |
| Picking-out the Perfect Dog Breed |
| Here are some important thoughts and/or questions you should have in your mind before you go out & bring home your new dog, first off I will pull no punches in this regard of owning a new dog. It is a lot of work at first; here is an example, every time the new pup wakes up from a nap he or she |
| Author: James Johnson |
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| (Published: Thu, 23 Feb 2006 13:12:06 -0500) |
| Toilet training a cat - pros, cons & guide |
Cat toilet training in easy steps:
Toilet training your cat is an easier task than you might think. Several techniques can be used for training your cat to use the toilet, and you can even buy products that will assist you in toilet training a cat.
The advantages of cat toile |
| Author: Claudine du Plessis |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sat, 25 Feb 2006 04:19:38 -0500) |
| Dog training tip - Leash/collar training |
When you're learning about something new, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of relevant information available. This informative article should help you focus on the central points.
There are many different styles of dog training, and finding the one that works best for you is |
| Author: Fritz Blanc |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Wed, 01 Mar 2006 15:40:01 -0500) |
| So You Want To Get A Dog Or A Puppy |
For some getting a dog is the norm. They've had dogs before, they know what's involved, they know what to look for. But what if you've never owned a dog before!
This article doesn't attempt to cover everything that you need to consider before committing to your first dog but gives you insight |
| Author: Anne Milne |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Fri, 03 Mar 2006 20:11:08 -0500) |
| We all love a well behaved dog |
| All of us remember our first puppy when we were kids. Bringing them home as they are crawling all over your lap. Licking your face with their cute little pink tongues. Of course what we remember as kids with our first dog is a lot different from what our parents remember about that time. As a lot of |
| Author: Mark McAuley |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sun, 12 Mar 2006 18:16:56 -0500) |
| Housetraining tips for puppy owners |
Bringing home a new puppy, is a very exciting and very challenging time for most folks and families. The average breeder has weaned and begun to let puppies leave for their new homes at about 8 weeks of age. This is very much like tending a baby, as dogs this young not only have very small bladde |
| Author: Dr. Maya Moon |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 13 Mar 2006 10:50:18 -0500) |
| What You Should Know About Dog Adoption |
Do you ever feel like you know just enough about dog adoption to be dangerous? Let's see if we can fill in some of the gaps with the latest info from dog adoption experts.
When considering the birth rates among animals, it’s not hard to understand why animal shelters are always filled with a |
| Author: Masni Rizal Mansor |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Fri, 17 Mar 2006 17:49:51 -0500) |
| Pet Loss |
When a beloved pet dies, some people simply accept the pet loss,
as a regular part of life.People that have strong feelings for their
pets are deeply affected by their grief. In taking responsibility
for owning a pet, we accept the burden of every aspect for that
pets life. As a pet grow |
| Author: Steven Quid |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sun, 19 Mar 2006 10:12:53 -0500) |
| Bad Dog, Bad Dog, Whatcha Gonna Do? Part 1 |
| On a recent episode of “America’s Funniest Home Videos,” (AFV) one of the top three submissions for the $10,000 prize was a video of the “aftermath” of destruction done to a home by the family’s pet dog. This destructive dog had torn the door off an end table, ripped the frame completely off a doorw |
| Author: Danny Presswood |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sun, 19 Mar 2006 10:15:20 -0500) |
| Bad Dog, Bad Dog, Whatcha Gonna Do? Part 2 |
| On the Popular TV series “COPS” they play a song which says, in part, “Bad boys, bad boys, whatcha gonna do, whatcha gonna do when they come for you?” Many people bring home an adorable, cute puppy that eventually grows into a dog. Without proper training, some of those dogs become destructive and e |
| Author: Danny Presswood |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 02:53:59 -0500) |
| Dog Behavior Training - Dog Aggression Toward Its Owners |
| A dog that growls at and/or bites its owner does so for some reason, even if the behavior appears to be "unreasonable" to the owner. If your dog displays aggressive behavior towards you, for the safety and welfare of you, your family and your dog, it's important to find out why as quickly as possibl |
| Author: Heather Colman |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Sat, 25 Mar 2006 22:00:40 -0500) |
| Fox Terrier Training And Care |
| Fox terriers are active and inquisitive hunters. They are smart and intelligent, need attention and understanding and will reward their owners with love and affection. They make wonderful family pets, they like children (although they are best suited to children 7 years and above) and are generally |
| Author: Alison Stevens |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Mon, 10 Apr 2006 17:08:21 -0400) |
| Buying a New Puppy? How to Avoid the Pitfalls |
| Many books and articles have been written regarding the art of choosing a puppy (i.e. performing puppy tests, looking for parental OFA certifications, and so on...), but few, if any, discuss the contractual end of purchasing a puppy. I can tell you through personal experience that purchasing a quali |
| Author: Armen T. Ghazarians |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Thu, 30 Mar 2006 01:58:58 -0500) |
| What Are Dog Grooming Tools |
Why you prefer to go to professional dog groomers and pay high fees for your dog grooming. You can even groom your dog at home , yes really You can do much of the grooming yourself at home and save money at the same time.
This article will let you know all necessary tools that you need for yo |
| Author: Armughan Riaz |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Fri, 07 Apr 2006 14:28:16 -0400) |
| Housebreaking an Older Dog |
| Housebreaking an older dog is not an impossible task. Although it is generally easier to housebreak a puppy, any dog can be housebroken given the proper techniques. First, before you begin, you must know how a dog thinks. I would say that a dog thinks 80% of the time with its nose, and the rest of t |
| Author: Armen T. Ghazarians |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Thu, 13 Apr 2006 12:16:31 -0400) |
| Dog Training Part I |
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 circus acts
* Teaching a guide dog t |
| Author: Hagar Lagarto |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Tue, 18 Apr 2006 16:32:58 -0400) |
| How Can I Stop My Dog's Incessant Barking? |
| Is your dog's barking getting out of control? Does the barking get worse when you leave your home? Are your neighbors at their wit's end? Are you contemplating getting rid of your dog? Bark collars can stop barking dogs quickly, easily, and humanely. When used properly, the electronic bark collar ca |
| Author: Armen T. Ghazarians |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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| (Published: Thu, 20 Apr 2006 00:12:52 -0400) |
| Dog Training Part I |
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 circus acts
* Teaching a guide dog t |
| Author: Hagar Lagarto |
| Directory: Pets & Animals |
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