The purpose of this article is not a how-to on correcting the behavior of an aggressive dog. That task is better left to dog trainers, veterinarians, and dog behaviorists. This article identifies seven basic types of dog aggression, however, and offers suggestions on how to communicate better with an aggressive dog to prevent injury from [...]
Giving your dog a bath is important, but not as critical as most people seem to believe. If your dog is healthy, he really doesn’t need to be bathed more that once every few months, but most of us put them in the tub or under the hose more often to get rid of that [...]
You must teach your dog to never bite people. Even though puppies playfully nip and most bites are not aggressive in nature, a dog must learn to never bite. This is to protect people (especially children), but also to protect you and your dog from legal problems.
Here are some tips to train your dog to [...]
Training your dog to lay down on command is one of the first basic commands to teach your dog. Your dog should already be trained to sit at command before trying to teach this one.
Here are some tips to teach your dog to lay down:
How To Train Your Dog To Lay Down
Give your dog the [...]
The Stay command is one of the first basic commands to teach your dog.
Puppy should already have learned how to sit and how to lay down on command before trying to teach him to stay.
Here are a few tips to train your dog to stay:
How To Train Your Dog To Stay
Command puppy to sit
Once puppy [...]
Training your dog to sit is one of the first commands to teach and one that you’ll want to teach him right away.
Here are some tips to training puppy to sit:
How To Train Your Dog To Sit
Use the same command “Sit” when teaching your dog to sit
Each time puppy sits down himself, even when not [...]
Crate training your puppy right from the start is an important step to good puppy training.
Puppy’s love their own space, and by providing a crate for him - you’ll be giving your pup a safe, secure place that he can call his own.
If you won’t be home full time with your puppy, crate training is [...]
Potty training your puppy is going to be a test of patience for you. But the quicker you start and the more time, patience and PRAISE you give to your puppy - the quicker your pup will learn to be potty trained.
Here are some tips to potty training puppy:
How To Potty Train A Dog
Watch puppy [...]
Every dog needs a good amount of exercise on a daily basis. It helps regulate their appetite, control weight, and is vital to their mental health. Left to her own devices, your dog will probably find ways to give her mind, body and teeth a workout, but you might not be happy with the results. [...]
If your dog is badly hurt in your home or while out and about with you, you should know how to administer first aid until you can reach a veterinarian. A first aid kit tailored to your dog’s needs can truly be a lifesaver. If you you’re your dog on frequent outings far from home, [...]
The sooner you introduce your puppy to a grooming routine, the better it will be over time. Things like teeth brushing and nail clipping can become a tricky feat to accomplish if you attempt to start these grooming tasks when the puppy is older. They may fuss and twist and pull away at first, but [...]
If you are considering adding a dog to your family, why not adopt your new best friend from an animal shelter or humane society (check your local yellow pages or the links below). You will not only help save the life of a homeless animal, you will also be rewarded with a loving and loyal [...]
Free dog tags usually come in the standard, basic materials, such as stainless steel, brass, anodized aluminum, or plastic.
If you’ve ever tried to do a web search for free dog tags, you know what a pain it can be. Websites claim to offer free dog tags, but in fact you have to buy something first. [...]
So you’re getting a Rottweiler puppy? Here are some general tips to help you choose a healthy, happy Rottweiler puppy.
Note: These are only general tips to help you choose - especially for first-time owners. (There are always exceptions to the rule and I believe every Rottweiler should be given a chance to show that he/she [...]
If you have ever tried to take a picture of your dog, you will realize how hard it is to capture the pups full personality and beauty in a photograph. Dogs aren’t human, and they don’t understand what we are doing when we try to take their photo. They may think that the camera is [...]
Many people are hesitant to get a new puppy out of fear of the housebreaking process. While the puppy housebreaking process can be consuming it doesn’t have to be hard if you follow the tips we have outlined for you below.
Housebreaking your puppy is best started with puppies are six-sixteen weeks in age. When [...]
All positive commands should be spoken sharply and distinctly during training. Make sure you also use a positive tone. Your dog will recognize your moods and associate them to their behavior by your tone of voice.
The first word the puppy should learn is their name. They actually learn the sound of their name and [...]
A few years ago, before I decided to stay home with my kids, I worked as a veterinarian technician in an animal hospital. While at that job I saw so many clients who would bring in their dog and be upset because they had eaten something in the house, other than food, and were now [...]
Dog fashions are all the rage and have become quit affordable for anyone and everyone to enjoy with their dog, but not everyone knows the best ways to find their dog’s size or how a garment should fit to avoid accidents. Choosing the right size for your dog is very important, we always want our [...]
You are ready to bring your Boxer home? First, you must prepare your house. Whether you are bringing home a puppy or adult Boxer, you may want to spend some time surveying your house from a Boxer eye view (about 2 feet off the ground). Wires, drapes and counters look pretty interesting from that height. [...]
Buying a new dog is more than simply finding the cutest puppy in the store and buying a bag of dog food. Acquiring a new canine is nearly as important as adopting a child. They need constant attention and love and buying the proper supplies can be as confusing as deciding what kind of dog [...]
The numbers will make any pet lover blanch with disgust, anger, and sadness. The Humane Society of the United States calculates that as many as 500,000 puppies every year are sold in pet shops, and that many of these pet shops buy their pets from the worst breeders—so-called puppy mills. What do these puppy mills [...]
Caring for your dogs teeth is a vital part of his overall health and maintenance. Sure, you may feel funny brushing Fido’s pearly whites every night before bed, but good dental care for dogs is much more than just having white teeth and good breath.
Dental disease in dogs can cause serious health issues as the [...]
That is the question. If you intend to breed or show your dog there is no alternative but to buy your dog from a reputable AKC registered breeder.
Should you be in a position where nothing but the best satisfies you, then buying a registered, pedigreed dog is also your best choice.
Another alternative for [...]
Internet Fraud, Classifieds Scams, Abuse and Suspicious Replies are world wide issues that have become widespread in targeting sellers and buyers everywhere specially on the Internet. Often this involves buyers from Nigeria, Africa, Holland and other countries. In recent years, online Pet Classifieds scams have increased and have affected many people.
Online classifieds scams pose [...]