Posted on 27 December 2009. Tags: Breeds & Hybrid/Mixed Breeds, dog, dog breed, Dog Care, Dog Collar, Dog Collar Or Halti - Which Is Best?, Dog Halti, Dog Health, dogs, owner, Ownership Advice, Psychology & Training, tips, Tips and Advice, Train, Train Your Dog, Train Your Dog And Avoid Spoiled Puppy Behavior, train your puppies, train your puppy
In the world of dogs, a dog collar is on way of training your dog. Traditionally, the battle for what is better has always been between the dog collar and the harness. In the past couple of decades, a new challenger has entered the scene. This is the dog halti.
Posted in Featured, Ownership Advice
Posted on 27 December 2009. Tags: Bad Dog, Breeds & Hybrid/Mixed Breeds, Do You Have A Bad Dog?, dog, dog breed, Dog Care, dogs, good dog, owner, Ownership Advice, Psychology & Training, tips, Tips and Advice, Train, Train Your Dog And Avoid Spoiled Puppy Behavior, train your puppies, train your puppy
Some say there is no such thing as a bad dog. Rather, the parents are to blame. Are you a bad pooch parent? Or, have you inherited the net results of someone else’s bad parenting? Do you cater to his/her every whim but fail to teach them what is and is not unacceptable behaviour? Don’t dismay, help is here!
The Puppy ‘n Dog Training Secrets program promises to help you deal with:
- chewing stuff he’s not supposed to
- biting people
- jumping up on people
- jumping up on furniture
- poor leash walking skills
- etc…
Not only can you correct bad behaviours but you can create positive behaviour such as:
- tricks
- fetching objects
- barking on command
Instead of feeling like you’ve failed, learn instead to change your pet’s behaviours. Perhaps his or her flaws happened as a result of a previous owner or because of a few errors in judgement.
How do you do train a poorly behaved dog?
There are a number of books and helpful dog training videos that can help you. Whether your pet is young or older and whether you’re the first owner or the fifth, proper training can help undo bad dog behaviours and teach new ones that are what you desire for your pet.
Don’t either give up and simply have a poorly behaved pet or give up and have to send the animal away. Instead, try to find out how to train the pet so that they can become valued family members. You’ll need valuable information, consistency, persistence and to have everyone in the family willing to participate. You can do it!
Posted in Psychology & Training
Posted on 27 December 2009. Tags: Book Review for: Housebreaking Your Dog, Book Review for: Housebreaking Your Dog – A Definitive Guide, Breeds & Hybrid/Mixed Breeds, dog, dog breed, Dog Care, Dog Health, doggy, dogs, good dog, Housebreaking Your Dog, owner, Ownership Advice, potty training, Psychology & Training, Tips and Advice, Train, Train Your Dog And Avoid Spoiled Puppy Behavior, train your puppies, train your puppy
Need help potty training your dog? The book, “Housebreaking Your Dog – A Definitive Guide” is a very helpful resource. This book is helpful for puppy owners, for adult dogs and even for older dogs as well.
First Time Dog Owners
If you’ve never owned a dog before, you don’t know what it takes to potty train an animal and it can be cumbersome and frustrating at times; especially if you don’t know how or where to begin. The way you start off potty training for your pet will determine how long it takes and how many accidents you need to endure. The sooner your puppy or older dog knows the lay of the land, the better for everyone!
This comprehensive resource can help you and offers helpful information based on 59 different breeds of dog. Not all dogs respond the same way to the same training and so having unique information based on your situation is extremely helpful in deciding on the best house training approach.
First Time Potty Trainers
Maybe you’ve had dogs before but never had to train them. This book will take you step by step through an effective process that can have your pet housebroken in a very short time span. You need patience in the early days of house training but with this book you can see pretty quick results! For more information, check out the book.
People Who Are Having Puppy / Potty Problems
Maybe your dog has had some setbacks or suddenly seems to have forgotten the potty training they’ve been taught. There are a lot of potential reasons for this and this book can help you discover reasons and solutions to this problem.
Various factors are key in terms of quick and successful pet housebreaking and they include: scheduling, consistency and positive reinforcement. This resource is well over 75 pages and breaks down information in very logical and easy to understand steps.
Whether you’re crate training, paper training, litter training, outdoor training or even using pet diapers, this book can help you. It’s even got a money back guarantee which is very helpful. For more information, check out the book.
Posted in Psychology & Training
Posted on 27 December 2009. Tags: A Well Trained Dog Is a Happy And Loved Dog, Breeds & Hybrid/Mixed Breeds, dog, dog breed, dog breeding, Dog Care, Dog Health, dog's behaviour, doggy, dogs, good dog, Happy, Loved Dog, owner, Ownership Advice, Psychology & Training, Tips and Advice, Train, Train Your Dog, Train Your Dog And Avoid Spoiled Puppy Behavior, train your puppies, train your puppy, Well Trained Dog
A Well Trained Dog Is a Happy And Loved Dog
A well-trained dog is a happy dog and a loved family member. Do you need help with your dog’s behaviour? A dog should blend in like a family member and if they’ve got behaviour or aggression problems, that won’t happen. It’s unfair to your family and it’s unfair to the animal as well.
Correcting Dog Behaviour Issues
If you’re looking for help with your dog training, Kingdom of Pets offers SitStayFetch… known as among the best dog obedience training programs and well known as a system that can help you have a great relationship with your pet.
The pet / owner relationship is definitely one of give and take and if you know how to interact with your dog, your dog will learn what pleases and displeases you. If you give correct commands and consistency and your dog will give you the results you’re hoping for!
The number one problem with people’s pets stems from lack of training and from inconsistency and SitStayFetch offers solutions to that problem by helping you to:
- deal with dog aggression issues
- help prevent biting and jumping up
- teach your dog how to be walked on a lead
- and more
Pet owners want their dog to blend with the family, to be happy and well- adjusted healthy animals. A dog wants to please you and get praise from you and they need to know what you expect from them.
The SitStayFetch program allows you to teach your dog with the skills and knowledge used by professional trainers. This unique course is excellent and if you sign up for the program there is a plethora of free bonuses as well.
Whether you’ve got a puppy that needs to be trained from scratch or an older dog that needs behavioural correction this program can help you. SitStayFetch is both proactive and reactive.
Guaranteed Satisfaction!
One of the great things about this product is that if you’re not satisfied with the program’s ability to help you correct your dog’s behaviour problems you can ask for a full refund. You have sixty days to request a refund but chances are, you’ll benefit like the other over 63,000 users who have successfully utilised this program to improve their dog’s behaviour issues and therefore get the relationship they want with their dog.
Learn more about how to train your dog effectively.
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Posted in Psychology & Training
Posted on 27 December 2009. Tags: Acupuncture for Dogs, Acupuncture for Dogs: An Ancient Healing Art Going To The Dogs, An Ancient Healing Art Going To The Dogs, dog, dog acupuncture, dog breed, Dog Care, Dog Health, doggy, Psychology & Training, tips, Tips and Advice
What do you do when your dog is sick or hurt? Like most pet owners, you probably take her to the veterinarian where she can have access to the best that modern veterinary medicine has to offer. Sometimes, though, the latest technology may not be the best way to restore your pet to good health.
What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an ancient healing technique used in traditional Chinese medicine. It’s based on the concept that illness appears when the body’s internal energy flow becomes blocked. Healing occurs when blockages are released by using very thin needles to stimulate specific places on the body, known as acupoints.
Where Did It Come From?
Acupuncture was developed in China beginning about 3,500 years ago. It is an integral part of traditional Chinese medicine that was applied to both humans and animals. Only in the last 20 to 30 years has it emerged in the western world as an alternative treatment for dogs and cats.
How Is It Applied To Animals?
A dog acupuncture first session typically includes a physical examination as well as substantial time devoted to gathering other health information. Some of the questions about mental and emotional states many seem unrelated to the illness at hand, but rest assured the practitioner needs all of this information to help piece together the best treatment plan for your pet.
What Is The Dog Acupuncture Procedure?
The procedure involves use of thin needles to stimulate specific acupoints on your dog’s body. The vet will insert the needles one at a time, paying attention to how deep they are going and making sure they are placed at the correct angle. The needles are left in for 10 to 20 minutes and may be manipulated a bit to ensure proper stimulation.
Does Dog Acupuncture Hurt?
This is the question that most owners are most anxious about. However, most animals don’t appear to feel any discomfort during acupuncture for dogs if they are being treated by a practitioner with proper training and skills. There are even stories of dogs falling asleep during the treatment!
I Just Can’t Bear The Thought Of Sticking Needles In My Dog!
Don’t worry, there are alternatives. Ultrasound, high intensity lights, or simple blunt pressure can also be used to stimulate acupoints. These methods may require a longer course of treatment and the results may not be as long lasting.
Who Can Do Veterinary Acupuncture?
It is against the law in the USA for anyone other than a licensed, trained veterinarian to perform acupuncture on an animal. In the UK a professional is critically important, as any procedure that uses needles is considered invasive and must be done by a qualified practitioner. Never allow anyone to perform acupuncture on your pet without first checking their credentials.
How Do I Know If A Vet Is Qualified?
If you’re thinking about taking your dog to a veterinary acupuncturist, do some homework ahead of time about required training and qualifications. Ask other dog owners if they have tried acupuncture for dogs and if so, which practitioner do they use. When you meet the practitioner for the first time, ask for references and credentials.
Closing Thoughts
Dog acupuncture is not right for every dog or every dog owner. It’s important to carefully consider all available options for your dog’s health care, taking the time to look at alternative approaches and make an educated choice. Our canine friends depend on us to do what’s best for them!
Posted in Dog Health
Posted on 27 December 2009. Tags: Breeds/Hybrids/Mixed Breeds, dog, dog breed, dog breeding, Dog Care, Dog Care During Pregnancy, Dog Health, dog health issues, dog pregnancy, doggy, dogs, Pregnancy, Psychology & Training, tips, Tips and Advice
All reputable breeders are aware of the breeding date of females and are able to provide appropriate dog care during the pregnancy. Many will count six weeks from the breeding date on the calendar, and then begin pre-whelping dog care. Usually, the females are brought into a special whelping area for lots of TLC. She is put on a special diet of high protein, wormed and has a bed that will become her nest when the babies arrive. Over the two weeks, she is handled a lot, groomed and the closer to the due date given lots of time to sleep and relax.
Food For The Pregnant Mother
Up until the last two weeks of the pregnancy before the mother whelps, she can be fed her regular diet. She will go through a streak where she eats and eats, almost as if she cannot get her fill. But two weeks before she is due, it is a good idea to allow her “all you want to eat” puppy food with high protein, as this is the time when the puppies grow the most. As she gets closer to whelping, she will eat less, but this is not a sign of concerns over dog health, it is perfectly natural. Typically the day of delivery she will not eat at all – but some of the dogs will eat all that day and even during delivery. Most breeders will know how their female reacts during pregnancy and her behavior is a signal with regards to dog health issues and dog care during this time.
It may be important to carefully monitor the female's bowel movement during the pregnancy. A small amount of natural or lamb and rice canned food may be added to the kibble to help keep stools soft and the digestive system working well. Avoid foods with lots of corn or preservatives as these can cause allergic reactions in both mom and puppies.
Worming During Pregnancy
Worming is the most important thing for a breeder to keep up on. Most breeders worm at least two weeks before the puppies are due as part of their dog care pre-whelping routine. The female is weighed at this time to adjust the dosage correctly. It is important for dog health to not over medicate or under medicate with regards to the wormer. Some of the top wormers are Pyrantel and Ivermectin. Pyrantel is often used on the pregnant mother instead of Ivermectin, as it is kinder on her system and gentler on the puppies.
Pyrantel is safely used with pregnant females, and can be used with dogs, cattle, horses, sheep, and pigs. It is used for the treatment of roundworms, in addition to hookworms, threadworms, and pinworms, being repeated 2 to 4 weeks apart in order to eliminate all stages of the parasite. Many vets prefer the brand Nemex for pyrantel worming, but it is a common wormer and can be found in most animal stores.
Roundworms and Puppies
Roundworms enter the system of the embryonic development and live puppy through the infected mother, so this is why worming the mother two weeks before delivery should be routine. This can be repeated every two weeks with the puppies until they are taken home by their new owners.
Dog care during pregnancy is more than just good management, it also includes looking after dog health issues as well as the relaxation and comfort of the mother and the puppies.
Posted in Puppies/Breeding/Pregnancy
Halti
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