Nothing is more disconcerting than having a big dog jump up on you and practically knock you over. In fact, this habit is even more dangerous when children or elderly people are concerned. Far too many dog owners leave this bad habit alone and do not get concerned until it’s too late, and the pooch […]
Emergency First Aid For Dogs 3: The Shock/Stimulant Controversy
When a dog goes into shock, what stimulants are safe to give the animal? What exactly should you do in this situation? Life or death is waiting on your decision… Before going into the differences of professional opinion on these very important questions, note the following basic guidelines: A) If the dog is conscious then […]
Potty Training – Potty Train Your Puppy In 4 Easy Steps
If there is one thing that all dog owners can relate to it is the experience of taking a puppy that has no clue about the proper area to use the bathroom in and then training him to be a responsible pet to use the bathroom in the appropriate place and at the appropriate times. […]
Common Puppy Behavior Problems: Barking & Digging
Barking is completely normal for any dog but it should be considered a problem if it becomes excessive. Most dogs will bark at strangers passing by, and this is to be expected. However, you need to teach your puppy that although some barking is OK, too much barking is not. Allow your puppy to bark […]
Emergency First Aid For Dogs 2: Treatment Of Shock
Your dog can easily go into a state of shock, caused by any amount of pain, toxin, or injury. And when it comes to the treatment of shock, veterinarians are not in full agreement as to the term “treat for shock.” One side states that treating for canine shock includes the administration of intravenous fluids, […]
Potty Tools: Clean Up After Your Dog With These Messy-Free Solutions
Dog Poop Catcher Sure you can scoop it, you can bag it, you can even compost it – but can you catch it? Yes, you can! A dog waste catcher allows you to catch the poop before it hits the ground. These units usually consist of a collapsible frame that folds out to create a […]
Dog Food – 3 Types Of Standard Commercial Dog Food Sold In Stores
There are 3 types of commercially prepared dog foods that are available in the market today: Canned foods, Semi-moist foods, and Dry foods. Canned Foods This type of food comes in several varieties which ranges in quality as well as price. They consist of about 75% water and is mixed with assorted meat, fish, and […]
Clicker Training For Fun & Games (Part 3)
“To The Mat” Wouldn’t it be nice if your puppy would go to its mat and lie down nicely on cue? It can happen, and once you’ve taught this behavior you can use it in many ways. For instance, you can place the mat wherever you need the puppy to go – in the car, […]
Emergency First Aid For Dogs 1: Symptoms Of Shock
I’ll never forget my very first dog. Her name was Scarlet and she was the most well-behaved Golden Retriever anyone has ever seen. Loving, kind, playful and obedient – Scarlet was supposed to last forever – at least in my young mind. But my worst nightmare happened as I never expected to see her lying […]
Housetrainnig: 4 Common Housetraining Mistakes New Puppy Owners Can Avoid
Let’s face it, as a new dog owner you probably have not taken a canine training class or have studied up on the latest puppy training techniques that are available. That’s okay! New puppy owners should not have to go to such lengths just to teach their pups the basics. But like all territories unknown, […]
