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- Dealing With The Heat - You And Your Dog - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishMost people see the summer months as a time to get outside with the family and do a variety of recreational activities. Whether it’s hiking in the woods or swimming at the park, the entire family can be included, even your four legged partner, who, during the winter months tends to lead an ...
Views: 1165 - Dog Fences A Must For Any Dog Owner - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishUrban sprawl grows exponentially every year, so living in those quiet country settings that we all dream of is becoming less likely for most people. For dog owners, this can cause a host of problems that could result in a lot of frustration and pain as it becomes more difficult to contain our ...
Views: 995 - Dog Travel Tips To Make Your Trip A Breeze - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishTraveling with a dog can be tough. Dogs can experience apprehension, over-excitement, dread, nausea and downright fear when they are forced to travel. Some dogs actually are nomadic in nature, and so might love to travel, but bark at people or other animals, are restless, or attempt to escape ...
Views: 888 - How To Keep Your Dog Cool During The Hot Months - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishWarm summer days are here offering more time for you to spend with your dog outdoors. But during the hottest months you need to watch out for heatstroke. Did you know that dogs can only sweat through the pads of their paws? The only other way to lower their body temperature is by panting. ...
Views: 1220 - How To Socialize Your Puppy - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishProperly socializing your puppy is all about exposure. Dog ownership can sometimes be related to experiences that we have as humans. For instance, when a child is going to the dentist, to school, a zoo, or any other environment for the first time, or meeting someone new, there can be ...
Views: 1093 - Puppy Proof Your House - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishYour puppy's teething phase can be intense and frustrating. Puppies begin teething around 4 months of age. And they will chew obsessively until they're around 7 months of age. Puppies chew to relieve pain and boredom. Here are some tips to help you both through this frustrating phase. A Tired ...
Views: 1244 - Steps On How To Teach Your Puppy To "Sit" and "Stay" - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from Geoffrey English“Sit” and “stay” are usually the first commands a puppy learns. You'll use these commands everyday and everywhere. In this article, you'll learn how to train your puppy to sit and stay on command. Prepare For Training For your training time, choose a quiet place with few distractions. This will ...
Views: 1047 - Teaching Your Puppy To "Come" When Called - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishOf all the tricks and commands you could teach your puppy, "come when called" is the most important. It keeps you from chasing around after a playful puppy trying to get him to come inside. It could prevent injury. It could save your dog's life. Here are some different ways to train your ...
Views: 1989 - Tips For Choosing The Right Breed - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishSome people choose a particular dog breed because they like the way it looks. Appearance is only one of many factors you should consider. Here are some tips to help you find the right breed for you. Identify your needs and lifestyle before you start looking at puppies. Answering these ...
Views: 924 - Tips On How To Housebreak Your Puppy - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishHousebreaking can be one of the most frustrating parts of having a new puppy. Here are some tips to help you. Routine Puppies are easily confused. You must provide a consistent routine. Take him out the same door every time he has to "go". Walk him to the same area. Use one word to tell him ...
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