When it comes to obedience training, there should be no “half-way action” accepted. In other words, it’s all or nothing from your dog. And a crooked sit must be considered as something less than your dog giving his full potential. Not only does it look shabby, but it also prevents the dog from accomplishing his […]
Puppy Health – A Fat Puppy Does Not Equal A Healthy Puppy
As a responsible pet owner, you need to be aware of your dog’s growth progress, from puppyhood to adulthood, to make sure that he stays in the best shape for the rest of his life. One of the things that you should do is to keep a weekly record of his weight until he reaches […]
Dog Training: Correct Heel Methods (Part 3)
There are two extremes of personalities in dogs – the introvert and the extrovert. However, there are many degrees in between those two extremes as there are dogs in this planet. Regardless of where your dog’s personality lies on that scale, once you have given the command to heel you must start walking and continue […]
Puppy Bone Health: 2 Major Hip Problems Every Puppy Owner Should Look For
Hip dysplasia is typically the first concern of bone problems in growing puppies but there are two other bone issues that your pup may have to deal with. They are called Osteochondritis (OCD) and Patellar Luxation. Osteochondritis (OCD) This is a common joint problem in growing puppies of larger breeds. It typically affects the same […]
Special Diets For Dogs: Your Veterinarian Has Something Very Important To Tell You
Special diets for dogs are not only prescribed by veterinarians for the obese animal, but also for various health reasons. For example, if your dog suffers from congestive heart failure, due to heartworm or other heart diseases, your veterinarian may want to put him on a low-sodium diet, along with the proper medications, which combined, […]
Dog Training: Correct Heel Methods (Part 2)
As you begin, position your dog at your left side while keeping the leash short. Leave a belly of reserved slack, with your right hand, look at your dog, say his name, then command “Heel”! Begin walking, starting with your left foot. Walk briskly in a straight line, with confidence in your movement. Your dog […]
Poisonous Plants – Common Indoor Houseplants That Can Kill Your Dog
For those of you that keep your dog inside of the house at all times and away from outdoor dangers from poisonous plants, you may feel relatively safe but there are plenty of precautions to take in what indoor plants you choose to have around the house. Let me guess, you probably have plants decorated […]
Dog Training: Correct Heel Methods (Part 1)
Once you have reached the level in training your dog where he is not fooled by distractions or temptation, you are then ready to proceed to the next level of training – how to heel correctly. If your dog cannot walk comfortably at your side, there is no way you’re going to teach him anything […]
Poisonous Plants – Common Backyard Plants That Can Kill Your Dog
As you stand in your backyard, envisioning the new landscaping plans and garden design that have been in development all winter long, you imagine what your new backyard haven will look like when it is finally landscaped. You try to visualize how green the new lawn will be, the right plants and shrubs that will […]
Special Diets For Dogs: The Overweight Dog
“Should I put my dog on a diet?” The answer to that question is Yes, but only if your veterinarian recommends it. The same care, consideration, and advice should be taken when your dog needs to be put on a special diet program, as you yourself would get from your personal physician if you were […]
