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If your dog is pulling on the leash to the point where they are choking themselves or controlling you, there are ways to make them stop!
Whether your child is preschooler or kindergartner, you can bet that craft time will mean a big mess. The mess could be avoided with a simple children's craft apron and in return will save mom a...
Unfortunately, many shirts do need ironing - but if you learn to do it yourself, you'll save enough on dry-cleaning to buy several more. There are certain things you need to keep in mind when...
One of the best things about camping is that we can take our dogs along us. We enjoy camping and we love to camp with our dogs. Most campgrounds allow one or two small dogs per camper and as...
Train your puppy to walk with you on leash
Most dogs love hanging their head out the passenger window, blowing their ears back in 50 mph winds, and making new friends every time you stop at a light. But what about long-distance road...
No matter where you live in this country you have at some time seen animals that seem underfed, homeless, or in distress. With a little time and effort, you can help these animals find a better life.
Dividend paying stocks are a great investment. Stocks were originally created so the public could not only own part of a company but so they could also participate in the profits. The nature of...
Training dogs has always come naturally to me. My 8 year old Long Coat German Shepard understands and obeys nearly 30 commands, does countless 'tricks' - sometimes I honestly feel he understands...
If you have an animal and it goes outside during the day, and comes in at night, there is a big chance it could carry in fleas. A flea collar alone can’t fight off a big mass of fleas. These fleas...
Teach your dog the most basic and easiest command--sit. Use lots of praise and rewards, and your dog will be sitting on command within three days.
As a full time dog trainer for the past 18 years some of the absolute best advice that I can give a new puppy owner is this: Start training the day your new puppy comes home. Do NOT wait until...
If you’re like me, you abhor the smell of flea powders, baths, flea collars and the like. More importantly, I’m not crazy about the poisons used internally or externally used to get rid of those...
We can all play a roll in helping or damaging the environment. A lot has been said about "going green" in recent print. Here are some broad ideas on how you can develop a greener...
Leash training a new puppy is just one of the many tasks a pet owner will have to perform. Walking your puppy or older dog does not have to become a battle. It will take patience and consistency...
Cervical collars can be very uncomfortable... especially if you have to wear one 24/7. Here are a few simple tricks in order to find comfort in your cervical collar.
Rover has been with you through thick and thin, so it's only natural that you include him in the festivities.
Do you have a hyperactive dog but don't have enough time to take him on a jog yourself? Then I highly recommend training your dog to use a treadmill!
Men are no longer limited to the standard white dress shirt. While it remains a classic choice, options have expanded to include many more colors and styles. Prices start at about $40 and go up to...
Teaching a dog to walk on a leash is easier to do when they are puppies, but can be done after they grow up. An old dog can be taught new tricks!
If you frequently walk your dog at night, in addition to making sure you are visible to passing motorists, you will want to make sure your dog is visible as well. This will insure not only the...
Does your child have a favorite tee shirt that is one to two sizes too small? Or maybe you paid a little too much money for it, and you cannot believe she has outgrown it so quickly. For whatever...
Training your dog can be fun. Over the years I have trained various breeds of dogs to perform various behaviors and tricks... with varying degrees of success. Read on to learn about my fool-proof...
The stain inside the collar of a shirt more commonly known as ring around the collar can be very difficult to get rid of, if you don’t use the right cleaner. Don’t get rid of those white shirts...
Walking a dog can be easy. But walking a dog safely? That's where it gets a little trickier. And if you don't know how to do it--I'll show you how to walk the dog.
It can be very frustrating trying to find a position or place of comfort while wearing a cervical color. My husband recently had neck surgery and was in a cervical collar for about a month, we...
The first step to leash training any dog is getting the dog use to the leash being on them to begin with. The first time a dog is put on a leash can be much to traumatic for them if you are...
Training a dog with a shock collar, or electronic training device, is relatively easy, as long as some easy guidelines are followed. If the owner of the dog does not know how to train with an...
If the fish aren’t biting a night crawler, they aren’t biting. Fresh, handpicked night crawlers are the go-to bait for trout and other species. Whether it’s for success, saving a few dollars, or...
Most people know how to train a dog to do many things, including walk on a leash. That doesn't mean you can't teach your cat how to walk on a leash. If you have an indoor cat, but you want...
If your pet were ever to get outside of the house without your "permission" and were to wander off, does he/she have the proper identification information for a safe return home? Please...
So...You don't live by the beach and you need a parka and snowshoes before taking your dog out to relieve herself in the morning. It is hard enough facing the cold for her morning ritual so how on...
Fleas are a pain in your dog's life, so why not make him a flea collar that doesn't contain dangerous chemicals?
This article is about a cheap, easy way to remove ring around the collar a dress shirt without having to take shirt to dry cleaners. This works well for people on a budget. It does not take alot...
Some dogs bark just to hear themselves bark. A dog who barks constantly can be an annoyance to your neighbors and everyone in your house. Not every method is effective for every dog. You may need...
So you have decided you want to get a collar for your cat! Here are some tips on what to look for in a cat collar.
A Firebreak prevents a chimney fire from being sucked into your attic and burning your house down. It's a component of a chimney kit which vents smoke and combustion debris outside from a...
Training your puppy to walk on a leash does not mean you have to play choking games or end up being viewed as the bad guy.
Spaying or neutering a dog is the only effective method of preventing a dog from reproducing. The surgical procedure used to sterilize a dog is called neutering, while the procedure used to...
If you are looking for an easy way to help your pets beat the summer heat, perhaps a cooling collar is just right for the job. There are several brands of ready made cooling collars and yes,...
After you have taught your dog to heel, sit and stay, this will be relatively easy.
By teaching a blind dog the "go slowly" command, you may be able to help her avoid nasty bumps, build confidence and resume daily activities.
I'VE HAD ENOUGH ALREADY! My human left me un-crated in the house while she left for the day (again... silly humans never learn) She promised a nice treat when she comes back so I'll resist the...
The half Windsor knot makes for a nice, wide, straight knot that is an attractive look for any occasion. It's a little more complex than the typical four-in-hand, but allows for a straighter knot...
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). ...
Dogs can suffer cuts, scrapes, bites and other wounds during the course of a normal day. Properly treating and cleaning a wound at home can help limit the chances of infection, while also...
A dog that barks too much can be difficult for both you and your neighbors.
You will learn how to train your puppy to wear a collar and walk on a leash, and the earlier you start, the better. These are many ways to teach a dog how to walk on a leash, and a positive...
There are some breeds of dogs that are prone to deafness, and there are also some types of deafness in a dog which come on from age or trauma. This article will help you if you have acquired a dog...
If you have a safe space where you can allow your cat or dog the freedom to go in and out of your home, a pet door is a great solution. There are a lot of different brands and styles of pet doors...
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