Archive for February, 2008
Thinking of adding a new dog to your home? Congratulations! It’s an exciting decision, but also a very important one. After all, you are choosing to take on the well being of another living thing. This makes it necessary for you to make sure that you go with a dog that is right for your [...]
February 29th, 2008 | Posted in Dog Breed | No Comments
Aside from being entertained, dog agility training makes your dog vigorous and alert. This fun-filled activity even sharpens his mind and teaches him to make his own strategy on how to finish the course efficiently.
Agility training will also allow your dogs to perform obstacles. With this kind of training, dogs can improve coordination through the [...]
February 28th, 2008 | Posted in Basic Training | No Comments
The American Kennel Club has identified the Golden Retriever as a certain breed that fits within the sporting group of dog breeds. A mid-size dog, they tend to be eager to please and very friendly with people and other dogs. The American Kennel Club has specific qualifications for the standard of the Golden Retriever. These [...]
February 28th, 2008 | Posted in Dog Breed | No Comments
Learning new things can be stressful for your dog especially in the beginning when concepts and teaching methods are new. If your dog refused to eat during the early stages of training, stop the program and have a play session or calm your dog until it is relaxed and begins to accept treats again. This [...]
February 28th, 2008 | Posted in Basic Training | No Comments
You’ll find that when teaching the command "stay", it will require considerable practice for success. Teaching him to stay in a seated position or lying down will be best. With repetition, say the command "stay" and then slowly moving backwards from your puppy with incremental baby steps. Only move away far enough to where you [...]
February 27th, 2008 | Posted in Puppies | No Comments
So, your puppy obeys in every situation you want him to. He comes when called when surrounded by other dogs at the dog park. He heels nicely while you pass other dogs on leash on the street. He stays put when you ask him to, despite the squirrel running 10 yards away. He stops barking [...]
February 27th, 2008 | Posted in Basic Training, Puppies | No Comments
Bringing a new puppy home is a great event for everyone in the household. This great little bundle will quickly grow up into a companion for life. So when do you start puppy house training? Well this should be done as soon as you bring the puppy home. This is to make sure that you [...]
February 27th, 2008 | Posted in Basic Training, Puppies | No Comments
Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever is one of several kinds of retriever. Although somewhat boisterous if untrained, they are exceptionally affable, gentle, intelligent, energetic and good natured, both as companion and working dog. With training, the Lab is one of the most dependable, obedient and multi-talented breeds in the world.
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Labrador Retrievers are usually described [...]
February 26th, 2008 | Posted in Dog Breed | No Comments
According to the most current statistics, more than eight million dogs and cats are dropped off to the 5,000 animal shelters in the United States each year. Over half of these will be euthanized, so when you decide to adopt a dog rather than buy one from a pet store or breeder, you’ve done a [...]
February 24th, 2008 | Posted in Dog Adopting | No Comments
Dogo Argentino Breed Origin
The origin and history of the Dogo Argentino dog breed begins, as evidenced by its name, in Argentina in the province of Cordoba. In fact, it is the only recognized dog breed in existence today that originates from this South American country. The Dogo Argentino (or sometimes the Argentinian Mastiff) was developed [...]
February 10th, 2008 | Posted in Dog Breed | No Comments
Nothing is quite as annoying as a dog that barks all day. It’s even worse if it’s your dog and you don’t know why he keeps doing it. The thing is there is usually a reason but it’s not always apparent. Aside from the obvious barking at other dogs or strangers that get to close [...]
February 9th, 2008 | Posted in Problem Solving | No Comments
Anyone who owns a dog or lives in a neighborhood that has dogs is asking the questions, how do I keep dogs from barking and coming in my yard? If you are the owner of a dog then you understand that all dogs bark. It is natural for them and they do it to protect [...]
February 9th, 2008 | Posted in Problem Solving | No Comments
Whether you suffer from allergies, have an aversion to dog hair or are simply fascinated by these darling dogs, a hairless dog may be for you. It’s important to note that every allergy sufferer and every dog are different, meaning purchasing a hairless dog doesn’t always mean you’re getting a “hypoallergenic” dog. This article, will [...]
February 9th, 2008 | Posted in Dog Breed | No Comments
Boxer Dog Origin
The Boxer dog breed originates from Germany and finds its early ancestor to be a mastiff type dog, the large Molossian Hound. Later, this dog evolved into what was called the Bullenbeisser. The Bullenbeiszer’s roots go back to Belgium and these ancestors were known as great hunting and working dogs.
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February 9th, 2008 | Posted in Dog Breed | No Comments
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog, also referred to as the Anatolian Karabash, is a large dog breed that originated in Turkey. They were bred to guard sheep herds on the Anatolian plateau in Turkey. This breed can grow up to 30 inches tall and can weigh up to 150 pounds when fully grown. They have a [...]
February 9th, 2008 | Posted in Dog Breed | No Comments