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- What to do if your dog bites - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Louise JohnstonWhether it is an accident during play time or an intentional act on the dog’s behalf, dog bites to humans are not acceptable or appropriate. It really depends on what the situation was when the dog bit you as to how you could reasonably react. Unless dealing with a very young pup, the best ...
Views: 717 - Understanding Dog Posture - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Louise JohnstonIn order to avoid being bitten by a dog, we need to understand what situations make it likely that a dog will bite, and to recognize the signals a dog displays when he is about to bite. Dogs resort to biting during times of stress. Stress can be brought on by many different situations, ...
Views: 762 - Pet Adoption from rescue group - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Louise JohnstonRescue groups or organizations are volunteer groups dedicated to pet adoption. These groups or organizations take the unwanted, abandoned, abused and stray animals and attempt to locate life long homes for these animals. Rescue groups may also take the animals themselves and care for them, ...
Views: 595 - Pet Adoption Fee - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Louise JohnstonPet adoption fees are being collected during the adoption fees. Whether it is a pet adoption from shelters or from rescue groups, adoption fees range from $75 dollars to $200 dollars. There has been numerous debates over pet adoption fees. People who are giving up their pet for adoption ...
Views: 840 - Understanding Dog Pack Behavior - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2013 from Louise JohnstonIt’s important to understand dog pack behavior because in the wild and in our homes, any group of dogs needs to get along in order to stay together. A pack of dogs normally consists of a leader (alpha) dog or bitch and one or more other dogs of lesser (beta) rank. In the home, the pack usually ...
Views: 1154 - Teaching Your Puppy Bite Inhibition - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2013 from Louise JohnstonBiting and mouthing are both normal behaviors for young dogs. Puppies commonly mouth each other in play, and they also use it to explore their environment. Playing with teeth is fine for puppies, as canine skin is protected by plentiful hair and it is designed to withstand sharp teeth grazing ...
Views: 735 - Pet Adoption Considerations, Are You Fit to be a Pet Owner - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2013 from Louise JohnstonIn any decision that you do in life, you must think hard about it in order to arrive at the best choice as much as possible. In the end, it is also you who will suffer or who will benefit from anything that will arise from that. Pet adoption considerations must also be at the top of your mind if ...
Views: 699 - Looking for Free Pet Adoption Opportunities - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Louise JohnstonOften, people who have never had pets before entertain the thought of having pets when the opportunity for free pet adoption arises. Those who entertain the possibility of using these free channels often do not request to get their own pets because they are confused as to how to go about the ...
Views: 655 - Benefits of clicker training - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Louise JohnstonThe Benefits of Clicker Training Clicker training is becoming a very popular way of teaching dogs to do what you want them to. Whether you are training your dog at home, or you go to a regular obedience class, this method will be beneficial to you and your dog. 1. The sound of the click is ...
Views: 665 - Clicker training basics - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Louise JohnstonClicker training Basics Before you start to use a clicker to train your dog, you'll need to do some preparation. Here for your enjoyment and education is clicker training 101. If you just walk up to your dog and start clicking, he'll wonder what on earth has got into you. So, the first ...
Views: 675 - Online Pet Adoption - Looking After a Virtual Pet - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Louise JohnstonHaving a furry friend at home surely has its ups and downs. But did you know that there are these cute little critters called virtual pets that have become a craze in cyberspace these days? Online pet adoption sites allow you to select a pet to take care of. Virtual pets are one of the newest ...
Views: 1889 - Children's Fear Of Dogs - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonDog lovers may not understand how some people can be afraid of dogs, but for many adults and children, it's a very real and distressing problem. Most of us would agree that we are frightened of a snarling guard dog, but those with a true fear of dogs are terrified of even a small fluffy pup. ...
Views: 696 - Raising A Puppy Not To Bite - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonDogs of all sizes have strong jaws and sharp teeth, but this doesn’t necessarily mean they go around biting others indiscriminately. Most dog breeds use a series of body postures (signaling) and vocalizations to communicate to each other their intent to bite or not. The exception to this is ...
Views: 609 - How to Find Free Pet Adoption Websites - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonThe best things in life are free. This song lyric is true in most instances. But do you actually envision free pet adoption? No, this is not the virtual pets that you can download and use at your websites. This is also free but the main difference lies in the pets that you will be getting. ...
Views: 698 - Finding the Pet Adoption Portal for You - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonFor many people, finding an appropriate pet adoption portal is the only thing that stands in the way of them getting a new pet. They are the type of people who already want to get pets, love pets, want to get ready for caring for a pet if they aren’t already, and are only looking for ways to get ...
Views: 943 - An Overview of the Costs of Pet Adoption - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonYou can know the costs of pet adoption before you commit to it. The easiest option may be to open your PC and connect to the World Wide Web. You must remember that your choice of animals will depend a lot on the lifestyle that you are leading. Adoption centers can help you with the process of ...
Views: 678 - Easy Steps towards Virtual Pet Adoption - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonDo you have a website for your business? Or do you maintain a blog for personal purposes? Or you may not have any of these but you are an avid Internet user. Then you may find the idea of virtual pet adoption as something interesting. The Idea The notion behind this all is that you, as the ...
Views: 670 - Children And Dogs - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonIn the minds of most children, dogs are warm furry cuddly companions who love to be hugged. However, this isn’t always the case. Different dogs have different temperaments, and all children need to learn how to treat dogs respectfully. This will help reduce the incidence of dog attacks on ...
Views: 766 - Children's Allergies To Dogs - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonChildren and dogs can be great companions, but what if your child itches and sneezes whenever he comes in contact with a dog? You can still own a dog in spite of your child’s allergy, but you just need to be more selective on what breed to choose. The cause of your children’s allergy is ...
Views: 824 - Dog Worms And Children - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonAnimal diseases that can affect humans are called zoonoses. There are several dog diseases that may cause disease in your child; here we will look at three "worms" that can spread from dog to human. Intestinal Worms are a very common parasite of dogs, and can make your dog unwell. Treating ...
Views: 882(1 vote) - Good Dog Breeds For Children - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonOf all the dog breeds out there, a few are clearly ahead of the pack when it comes to their natural ability with kids. The best breeds for children are gentle, easy-going, and physically sturdy enough to take a few over-exuberant squeezes and occasional clumsy handling. If you’re looking for a ...
Views: 688(1 vote) - An Analysis on the Best Times to Do Pet Adoption - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonIf you are set about owning a pet, it may be better if you will first inquire about the best times to do pet adoption. Inquiries are a must if you want to get what you want and what will fit in to the kind of life that you are leading. Not because you want a very big dog are you going to be ...
Views: 688(1 vote) - An Overview about How a Pet Adoption Center Works - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonWhat do you do if you want to adopt pets? There are actually many options for you these days if you are pondering about such thing. Your main consideration must be to look for the right pet adoption center where you will get the animal that can change your life forever. Big ...
Views: 661(1 vote) - Top 5 Mistakes Dog Owners Make With Their Dog - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise Johnston1. Feed them the wrong food. Whenever you go to the supermarket, you’ll notice there are shelves and shelves of dog food. Have you ever read the labels on the bags of dog food? Are the dog foods available from your vet really better, or are they just more expensive? Choosing the right food ...
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