Relating to Dogs

How to Approach an Assistance Dog

By esplainer

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Assistance dogs can open the world to the disabled and make the quality of their lives much better. When people encounter a service dog out in public, they are often tempted to speak to the dog or pet it, but diverting the working dog's attention ... more »

How to Assess Lameness in Dogs

By mjpolitis

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Dogs get into trouble with their feet. Some injuries are easily treated by Mama Nature and time, others need surgery and others are often incurable. The wise dog owner knows what to look for and how to direct care appropriately... more »

How to Be A Better Companion

By TheAfricanQueen

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We thought we knew how to train a dog, until we got our Trixie. She's like no other dog we've ever had before because she is a working dog that we found thru a rescue organization. Not to mention we are currently in an apartment situation ... more »

How to Be a Dog Boarder

By creativejani

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If you love dogs but don't have one of your own, you could enjoy other people's while earning some money and giving the owners a welcome break! Win/win... more »

How to Be a Dog Psychiatrist

By eHow Pets Editor

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Dealing with a dog that has behavioral problems can be a lot to handle for any pet owner. Luckily, dog psychiatrists are trained to identify and work through the most common dog problems. If you've thought about learning how to be a dog ... more »

How to Be a Dog Psychic

By eHow Pets Editor

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Many dog owners now look to dog psychics to explore their pet's innermost thoughts and desires. A good dog psychic can charge several hundred dollars per session, which can add up quickly. If you want to be a dog psychic, you don't need a formal ... more »

How to Be a Dog Whisperer

By eHow Pets Editor

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Almost everyone who has ever owned a pet has looked into their dog's eyes and wondered what the pet was thinking. Then there are a select few who seem to always be in tune with their pets and understand exactly what their dogs want. Being a dog ... more »

How to Be a Pack Leader to Your Dog

By Kristie Leong M.D.

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If you have a new dog there's a certain adjustment period wherein your dog adjusts to his new home and learns what's expected of him as far as behavior. During this time it's important that you take on the role of pack leader in order to have ... more »

How to Be a Responsible Pet Parent

By eHow Pets Editor

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You can receive much unconditional love and affection from a pet. However, pets have physical, environmental and emotional needs, which must be met to have a healthy and happy pet. You must pay close attention to those needs in order to be a ... more »

How to be friend and master of your dog

By mjpolitis

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Dogs are social creatures and on occassion think of themselves as being on top of the pack. They also get into fights. It is important to know how to be the master of your dog, so you can be its best friend as well... more »

How to Become a UKC Judge

By eHow Pets Editor

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The United Kennel Club (UKC), founded in 1898, is the largest purebred dog registry in the world. The UKC holds dog breed events including agility trials, weight pull events, Coon hound field trials, water races and conformation events. A ... more »

How to Become an ADBA Judge

By eHow Pets Editor

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Becoming a dog show judge for the American Dog Breeder's Association (ADBA) takes years of experience with at least one of the breeds recognized by the kennel club. ADBA judges are responsible for judging the confirmation show, weight pull event ... more »

How to Become an American Bully Kennel Club Judge

By eHow Pets Editor

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The American Bully Kennel Club (ABKC) is a prestigious kennel club for bully breed dogs. Because of its exclusivity, judges must know how to distinguish the standards in bully breeds. The ABKC has one set of confirmation standards... more »

How to Become Friends With an Unfriendly Dog

By eHow Pets Editor

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It's always unpleasant to deal with an unfriendly dog, especially one that happens to live next door. Learning how to become friends with an unfriendly dog isn't all that difficult if you know what motivates dogs to be friendly in the first place... more »

How to Befriend a Stray Dog

By eHow Pets Editor

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For most animal lovers encountering a stray dog, the immediate desire is to want to help the animal to safety. It is important to recognize that animals found astray can be quite dangerous. These animals are usually very scared and, because of ... more »

How to Behave Properly at the Dog Park

By dogwriter

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Before unleashing your dog at the bark park, you should always master the dog park rules for etiquette. For instance, Fido who's immunizations have been updated? Perfect. Fluffy who has a bad case of kennel cough. Disaster... more »

How to Believe in Pets

By eHow Pets Editor

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If you have tried to train that puppy and find that he just isn't the brightest bone in the bunch, then you might want to look inward and see if the problem doesn't lie inside you. Animals can sense what we feel and he may be getting bad vibes ... more »

How to Bond With a Puppy

By eHow Pets Editor

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The addition of a puppy to your home is a wonderful experience. You are bringing in a creature that will shower you with unconditional love. An important part of bringing the puppy into your home is bonding with him and creating a relationship of ... more »

How to Build a Relationship With a Dog

By eHow Pets Editor

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The foundation to having a good relationship with your dog starts with respect. Training your dog to have good behavior and teaching her commands is a positive way to gain respect. Spending quality time with her helps to build your relationship... more »

How to Build Trust With a New Pet

By eHow Pets Editor

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Living with a new pet is an adjustment for both the human and the pet. Creating a safe environment and giving the pet an opportunity to explore her environment and show her personality goes a long way in building trust with a new pet. Having ... more »

How to Buy a Dog Door

By eHow Pets Editor

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Indoor dogs often like to visit the backyard during times that maybe inconvenient for you. Make life easier and keep your pet happy by getting a dog door installed. Learn how to buy the best dog door for your active four legged friend... more »

How to buy a pet!

By kkisgood

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You will learn how to buy a pet... more »

How to Calm a Dog During a Storm

By bbrassell

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If your dog pants, become restless, or feels the need to remain very close to you during a storm, he/she is experiencing storm anxiety. Not being able to understand the origin of the loud thunder, crashing lightning, and pounding rain is ... more »

How to Calm a Nervous Dog in the Car

By eHow Pets Editor

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A nervous, upset dog in the car can be a danger to both you and the dog. If you've already tried the regular training tips to help your dog get used to the car, you may need to think outside the box a little to help your dog overcome his nervousness... more »

How to Calm a Pet During a Blood Transfusion

By eHow Pets Editor

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A blood transfusion can be a difficult and terrifying experience for a pet, as well as for the pet owner. There are various things that can be done to calm a pet during a blood transfusion. If you are prepared ahead of time, the situation can be ... more »

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