Articles On Dogs
Crystal Dog Collars
By Fala Richard
It is a common belief among some pet owners that dog is man’s best friend. For those who are in this mindset, crystal dog collars are ideal tokens of appreciation for this close relationship....
Dog Collars And Leashes
By Naina Merrill
It's completely understandable if you're a pet lover. I think the majority of us are....
Dog Gift Baskets
By Orvokki Cole
When I first heard about dog gift baskets, I was pretty irritated. It was my friend Amy who told me about it....
Dog Gift Baskets
By Kent Mullins
Ever wonder what a unique gift for someone who owns a pet might be? One of the nicest and most welcome items you can give to a friend who has just adopted a new puppy is dog gift baskets. Not only does this provide all the essentials they’ll need to begin caring for their furry friend, but it also shows how happy you are for them as they take this new step in their lives....
Dog Houses
By Omarion Wagner
It can be pretty hard to select a first project if you're just getting into do-it-yourself carpentry. Something like a spice rack might seem too conceived, and anyway who doesn't already own a spice rack? Personally, I recommend sticking to something practical and doing it right....
Dog Rescue Adoption
By Edeline Ellis
After seeing so many episodes of Animal Rescue on the Animal Planet channel, I decided to look into dog rescue adoption in my area. I was really surprised to discover how many pets are available through this program and I was even more surprised by how many of them are perfect companions suitable for a family....
Being Your Dog's Leader is Key to Training
By Zara Dawson
Dogs, in their natural state, are pack animals. We tend to think of them simply as autonomous pups and don't often consider their immutable core nature as pack animals, however....
Differences in Training for Hunting Dogs
By Malik Rutledge
As the old song said there is a time for every purpose and the same is true for training your dog. Just as different jobs require different skills and different tools, dogs used in specialized areas require specialized training....
Dog Training: Attitude is Important
By Phoenix V. Olsen
Dog Training: Attitude is Important There is nothing more critical to the success of dog training than the owner's attitude. The mindset of the trainer is more important than the equipment purchased, the exact system used, or the breed of dog involved....
Dogs for Defense: Military Dog Training during World War II
By Faye Herrera
Dogs for Defense: Military Dog Training during World War II During World War II, over 10,000 U.S. dogs were recruited and trained for military service as part of a program known as "Dogs for Defense." The military believed it would be able to put a few hundred well-trained dogs to use....
Five Steps For Socializing Your Dog To Other Pets
By Omar Owens
Five Steps For Socializing Your Dog To Other Pets Socializing your pet to accept new animals into the household is not always an easy task. We all read the biblical account of Noah and his Ark and wondered just how he got the animals to survive in the ark together for five minutes let alone 40 days and nights of rain....
Four Things to Do when Dealing with a Difficult Dog
By Ursell Dyer
When you brought him home, you just knew that cute little puppy was going to brighten your family's life in many different ways! You visualized him running with the children in the backyard, curled up at your feet on a winter's night in front of the fire, and as an always-cheerful companion for everyone in the house. You didn't expect biting....
Four Underpinnings to a Success Dog Training Strategy
By Neal Duncan
Man and dog have been seemingly inseparable for centuries. The unique relationship between the two animals has been studied extensively as people have sought to better train their dogs as work partners and companions....
Halter Training Your Dog
By Tristian Estrada
One of the easiest training lessons you will ever encounter is halter training. Why is this? It is because your dog already knows the basics of how to function on a collar and leash system and walking is within their natural range of movement....
Honey, the dog just bit the Mail carrier or Train your dog to avoid lawsuits
By Celine Villarreal
Honey, the dog just bit the Mail carrier... or Train your dog to avoid lawsuits In the litigious society in which we find ourselves living today, legal actions seem to be commonplace....
How to Train Using Your Dogs Personality
By Vivien Patrick
In the previous article, we discussed how to typecast your dog for personality traits. Know that you have taken the time to study the animal and decide what traits they possess and which are not so strong, you are ready to put this knowledge to use in training....
Improving Your Dog's Behavior Through Exercise
By Ynes McCray
We've all heard the old saying "idle hands are the devil's tools." The popularity of the adage stems from its validity. Those who are not able to keep themselves busy are far more apt to fill their time with inappropriate acts....
Is A Dog Right For You?
By Zachary Jenkins
Is A Dog Right For You? Early morning walks, cold noses waking you up. Are you really ready for all that a dog needs? Do you know where you local veterinarian is? What kind of dog do you want? Are you ready to play pick up maid? Do you really like those shoes? How about that new white carpet you just put in? Are you very attached to it staying white? These are all things you must think of when you go to purchase or adopt a new member of your family....
Leash Training Your Dog
By Jamee Fuentes
Who else here is old enough to remember the Jetson's cartoon show and their beloved dog, Astro? Remember how every time George took the dog for a walk, Astro ended up walking him? George was helplessly drug behind this great beast as it chased cats, food or whatever else struck the animals fancy that episode. I'm sure we all had a good hearty laugh at poor Georges' expense as kids but, now that we are a bit older and wiser, we really don't want to be in his shoes… or at the end of Astros' leash, for that matter....
Medical Dogs: Trained Cancer Sniffers
By Xzavier Everett
Medical Dogs: Trained Cancer Sniffers Over the centuries, dogs have been trained for many tasks. Native Americans used dogs to help them move their encampments....
Socializing Your Dog to Other Dogs
By Pennie Guy
You have a new bag of dog food and a bunch of new toys. You planned to take a day off work just to make this trip just as you have been planning for weeks and waiting for the pup you picked out to be weaned....
Teach Your Dog to Fetch
By Istas Tucker
The time has come to have a bit of fun with your pet. You step out the door, unhook the leash and throw a tennis ball to the other end of the yard… And your dog looks up at you like you just lost your mind....
Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks
By Avril V. Guerra
Common knowledge and witticism tells a person that old dogs are incapable of learning new behaviors as is often bespoken in the adage, "you can't teach an old dog new tricks". Despite the numbers of people who would proclaim this decree to be solid truth, we are here to tell you that it nowhere near the being an accurate description of the truth....
Teaching Your Dog To Heel
By Frank Barton
One of the first commands your dog learns should be the "HEEL" command. This command will be helpful in insuring the safety of your pet while out in public and will make you look like the owner of a well-mannered and lovable pet....
Teaching Your Dog To Sit
By Madrona Quinn
Few things in life are prettier than watching a well-trained dog and one of the basic commands is the sit command. There are several methods of teaching your dog to sit....
The Basics Of Training Your Dog
By Yadiel Ashley
As a new dog owner and trainer, you may find yourself a bit overwhelmed at first. Do not be discouraged by this....
The Three Tricks to Teaching Dogs Tricks
By Philip Walton
Teaching a dog a tick can be a rewarding experience for both pet and owner. It provides an opportunity for positive interaction between the dog and his trainer, which is always desirable....
Three Common Dog Training Mistakes to Avoid
By Xuxa York
There are many different approaches to dog training and many different ways of implementing each of those approaches. Most techniques utilized today however, are premised upon the idea that positive reinforcement is likely to create the best results....
Three Secrets to Increase the Effectiveness of Dog Training
By Xylia Quinn
There are virtually as many approaches to training a dog as there are dogs to train! It seems as if every day new systems and techniques are announced or older methods are resurrected. Check a bookstore shelf or do a quick internet search and you will be overwhelmed with the number of ways people may advocate training a dog....
Three Ways to Combat Separation Anxiety in Dogs
By Jaheem McFarland
You leave and he howls. Not just for a moment, but seemingly forever....
Training a Show Dog
By Genie Alford
Since the beginning of time, man has always been proud of the things around him and quality was a prime concern. Even in the biblical account of Adam and Eve, it states that Eve looked at the fruit of the tree and saw that it was good and desirable to the eyes....
Training a Working Dog (Police Dogs and Assistance Animals)
By Derek Yates
Training a Working Dog (Police Dogs and Assistance Animals) In today's world, working dogs are a fact of life. These dogs selflessly provide a service to their masters and their communities and are rewarded with adoration and praise....
Training Owners in Patience: A Prerequisite to Training Dogs
By Orinda L. Harmon
Training Owners in Patience: A Prerequisite to Training Dogs Extensive research and experience has established the incontrovertible fact that successful dog training is premised upon utilization of positive reinforcement. Once-used training techniques that were premised on physical punishment have been abandoned—and in many cases outlawed....
Understanding Your Dogs Personality
By Eirene Flynn
Dogs, like humans, have their own individual personalities and quirks. These little personality quirks are what make each animal special and individual....
What You Can Learn From Training Your Dog
By Andie Keller
We think of dog training in pretty simple terms most of the time. The trainer teaches, the dog learns and that's it....
Why Effective Dog Training is Essential
By Marcia W. Trujillo
Effective dog training is essential for both a pet's safety and the quality of life for both dog and master. After struggling with training a dog, you may feel tempted to give up....
Deadly Doggie Breath – What Owners Can Do to Have Fido's Breath Smelling Fabulous
By Belvia Holt
How is that breath of your beloved pet? Don't you just love it when he licks your face, giving you all of his undivided love and devotion! Telling you how much he loves you right there in your face is a part of dog love. Do you enjoy that breath or do you turn away fanning the air with your hand and dashing to find the doggie breath mints? Just as our breath can change depending on how well we take care of our teeth and gums so can our pet's breath change....
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