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Labrador Retriever Basics

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.

American or English

Labrador Retrievers are usually described as being either "English" or "American", they can also be described a show or field Labradors, with the show Labradors being the English and the field being the American. English or show labs tend to be smaller and stockier than the American or field labs. Having said that, it is not uncommon for an American lab to be short and stocky and an English Labrador to be larger and thin many due to the tremendous amount of small scale or backyard breeders that actively breed Labradors.

High Energy

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4 Things To Consider When Adopting A Pet

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 wonderful humanitarian effort.

Because people generally have no knowledge of these animals pasts, choosing and caring for an adopted dog can be difficult. To help with this process we’ve compiled this list of 4 important items to consider when adopting a dog from a shelter to insure as many lives are spared as possible as well as keeping your new relationship turbulence-free:

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Dogo Argentino Origin and History

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 primarily by Dr. Antonio Nores Martinez with the help of his brother Agustin. The brothers were both dog lovers and also avid hunters. Martinez wanted a dog that was a great hunter, fierce and loyal, with great stamina and endurance while also being a great family pet and guardian. In the 1920s Dr. Martinez developed this large breed dog by methodically and carefully crossing about ten different breeds together.

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How to Stop a Barking Dog

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 to your yard there are other reasons that a dog will bark incessantly.
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How Do I Keep Dogs From Coming In My Yard And Barking?

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 themselves and their territory, if they are hungry, to warn of dangers or in fear. It is important that you identify the trigger that starts your dog barking.
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Hairless Dog Breeds - What You Need to Know

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 cover the basics of the different hairless breeds along with a method you can use to test your possible allergic reaction to a dog before you buy.
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Boxer Dog Breed Origin and History

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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All About the Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

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 double fur coat. Their undercoat is thick and dense and their overcoat is short. The most desirable coat colors for this breed include cream and fawn with black face masks. However, this breed can come in just about any color combination.

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The Akita Dog Breed Origins and History Overview

The Akita, or Akita Inu, dog breed originates from the mountainous northern region of Japan, in an area called the Akita Prefecture. A favorite breed of the Japanese people the dog is valued there as a national treasure and statues of the dog are common throughout the country. The Akita dog origin and history is complex but stems from similar northern breed dogs of the Spitz group and shares its origins with a breed many centuries old.

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Choosing The Right Breed Dog

As a dog trainer, I have always wanted to put together a dog breed list for those wanting to choose a dog breed for their particular situation.

I believe that there are certain characteristics in choosing a dog breed that would make a particular dog breed right or wrong for a given family. So many times a family will pick a dog based on its looks only. Nothing could be worse for the dog or the family.

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All About the Affenpinscher Dog Breed

Where did the Affenpinscher breed originate?

The Affenpinscher dog breed, also commonly referred to as the Monkey Dog, is a small breed dog that originates from Germany. This breed makes for a great house pet. It typically grows to be only about 10 inches tall and usually weighs between 7 and 8 pounds. This breed comes in a variety of coat colors including black, gray, red, black and tan, silver and beige. If cared for properly this breed can live up to 15 years.

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Why Do Dogs Drool - It May Be A Sign Of A More Serious Problem

Some dogs drool a lot, but why is this. There are several reasons which may cause this behavior. It could be that the dog has a dental problem, such as a broken tooth. It’s gums could be infected or it may be an allergic reaction to something it ate. Less commonly drooling can be caused by nausea and over excitement.

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How I Trained A Strong Willed Dog

Have you ever had a dog that tests you constantly? A dog that will look at you when you give a command with an expression that says, "What’s in it for me?" One who will obey for a little while, then sneak away or adjust your command to fit its needs?

I call this kind of dog STRONG WILLED. and the first time I met one happened to be my fifth and current dog.

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Dog Barking At Night

Is the dog barking at night almost more than you can stand? Is it your dog or the neighbor dog? That really makes a difference. Dogs naturally bark, but barking at night or just uncontrolled barking is a huge nuisance.

Dogs bark for several reasons and the best way to deal with barking is to understand why the dog is barking. Now if it is a neighbor dog you may have no control over the dog. In this case, you can try talking to the neighbor. But of course, they probably don’t know what to do. Sadly, excessive dog barking is usually a result of a failure of training. But convincing your neighbor to train the dog not to bark is a tough sell.

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Do a Good Job of Dog Training

Dog training can mean a lot of things to a lot of different people. It can range from employing the most basic training methods to the more complicated or advanced training methods that a professional dog trainer would employ. There are methods which are more ideal to a specific breed of dog. Obviously training used to teach a Labrador retriever would not be appropriate for a small house dog. However basic obedience training would benefit any dog.

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