Relating to Dogs

How to Adopt the Best Dog for You

By kjackson

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Are you looking to get a puppy or dog? You should think about adopting an adult dog from the many animal shelters that abound with wonderful companions. After having successfully adopted my canine best friend, I am offering some practical steps ... more »

How to become a dog

By rosieboy

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this short article will tell you how to become the worlds most common pet.. more »

How to Choose a Dog

By mouse854

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It's not that easy to choose a pet. People tend to fall in love with the color and the breed. By the time the owner brings home their pet, they learn that they have just bought the Tasmanian Devil. When I was a little girl, my parents took my ... more »

How to Clean Up Frozen Dog Poop

By MacDonald

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Those of us who live in northern climates know how difficult it can be to stay on top of picking up dog poop when the weather is freezing and awful outside. Not to mention how gross it is when you get a spring thaw and the mud in your back yard ... more »

How to Communicate With Your Dog

By David Kingsbury

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Dogs can be loving, faithful and brimming with playful energy to boot. Nevertheless, communication barriers between man and beast tend to hamper their relationship. Fortunately, dogs are intelligent and communicate in a variety of ways that can ... more »

How to Cope With the Loss of a Pet

By eHow Pets Editor

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Many people consider their pets members of the family. A pet's death can be a difficult experience for caregivers, and this is only increased by the fact that traditionally, people were expected not to grieve at a pet's death. Coping with the ... more »

How to Deal With an Aggressive Dog

By eHow Pets Editor

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Dogs display aggression for many reasons. They can feel threatened when someone challenges their social status, when they are afraid and when they feel territorial or protective. Dogs display aggression by baring their teeth, snarling, barking or ... more »

How to Deal With Upset Pets

By Ryn Gargulinski

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When a dog is whining or a cat incessantly mewling they may be doing more than just being annoying. The animals may be trying to tell you something. It takes a discerning eye to deal with upset pets. A few simple steps will have your pets ... more »

How to Dig a Grave for a Pet

By peterclark13

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Vinnie Vega is a Great Dane. He’s also mine. And like his canine brethren, he’s enormous. Standing on his hind legs, he’s about six feet and he weighs 175 pounds. But like all Great Danes before and after, Vinnie will someday die. On this tragic ... more »

How to Drive Cross Country With a Dog

By eHow Pets Editor

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Driving cross-country with your dog can be quite an adventure. From where to stay overnight, to how often you should stop, make plans for a more pleasurable trip... more »

How to Escape a Dog Attack

By Deana Case

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Aggressive dogs sometimes will continue to threaten a person even when they have done all the correct things to prevent being attacked. This is a dangerous situation, and a cool head is necessary. When avoidance does not work, you must take ... more »

How to Find A Responsible Dog Breeder

By knewf

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After the recent tv special on Oprah about puppy mills, it should be apparent that when you are looking for a purebred dog, you should either select from a pet shelter OR find a responsible breeder. Here are the tips to finding a responsible ... more »

How to Find A Lost Dog Or Cat

By Eric Letendre

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As a former Animal Control Officer we often gave advice to pet owners that had lost their dog or cat. The most important step is to take action fast. Here are some steps to follow... more »

How to Get a Stubborn Puppy To Walk On a Leash

By L1onherd

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As a dog guardian, it is your duty to leash train your puppy or dog for the safety of your puppy and the public. Once leash trained you can go on walks, runs, or jogs with your new friend(s). This not only helps stimulate your puppy but it’s an ... more »

How to get rid of fleas

By emmabushyo

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Fleas. No fun. Who wants them pestering their pet or taking over their house? Nobody... more »

How to Guide to Giving a Dog as a gift

By webDogTrainer

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Thinking of giving a dog as a gift? You might want to think again. Animal shelters say they see an increase in the number of animals given up after the holidays, a big gift giving time of year. Having a pet dog is a big responsibility. ... more »

How to Have Holiday Fun With Your Dog

By Deana Case

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Having fun with your dog during the holidays is one of the best ways to maintain your sanity and celebrate the good things in your life during the busy holiday season. Getting out or staying in together can be just what both of you need to make ... more »

How to Help an Abused Animal Trust You

By TraciM

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Abuse can traumatize an animal, but you can help relieve the impact of mistreatment with love and patience. Rebuilding the animal's trust is essential. You can give an abused animal the wonderful life that it deserves by practicing compassion. ... more »

How to Help Ban Greyhound Racing and Support Greyhounds

By Melissa Maroff

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Greyhound racing may seem like a harmless sport, but there are harsh realities that go along with it. Each year tens of thousands of greyhounds are bred, only to have the majority destroyed because they lack racing potential, are injured while ... more »

How to Help Chained Dogs on Valentine's Day and All Year

By Melissa Maroff

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Thousands of our canine friends across the country spend their lives tied to chains. Although there are laws in some states and communities restricting chaining and tethering, each winter, rescuers find dogs frozen in the snow, suffering from ... more »

How to Help Your Child Overcome A Fear Of Dogs

By Janet Ford

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Dogs are everywhere in our society. This only makes having an unhealthy fear of dogs harder for a child. It also makes them more susceptible to dog bites. Fear encourages fear. A fearful animal is more likely to lash out. I've outlined an ... more »

How to Introduce a New Dog Into Your Home

By Deana Case

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Introducing a new dog into your home will go more easily if you take some time to plan the introduction. There are many stressful factors involved for the new dog and for the dog that has been living with you before the arrival of the newbie. ... more »

How to Keep Dogs in the Same House From Fighting

By Melissa Maroff

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Unlike humans with aggressive tendencies, dogs can’t enroll in anger management classes and sort out their feelings. They can, however, learn to get along with their canine housemates. It just requires some home training. Sound simple? Well, not ... more »

How to Keep Your Dog Safe During the Holidays

By KonaGirl

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The majority of pet owners do not realize that their homes are a potential for disaster and the safety of their dogs is at risk. Complete these steps to keep your dogs safe through the holidays... more »

How to Keep Your Pet Safe During Halloween

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Halloween can be a scary time for your pet. A few precautions can make your friend and companion a little less scared... more »

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