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A puppy isn't born knowing that your carpet is not an acceptable place to relieve himself. You are going to have to show it the ropes and train the puppy to hold it until it's time for a walk...
You've just gotten the heartbreaking news that your puppy has parvo. What do you do now? To leave them at the vet is incredibly expensive with no guarantees and nobody will be there to tend to...
Boxers love to be around people, especially children. They also make excellent watchdogs. This breed does not do well in extremely cold or hot climates. If you keep your dog indoors, make sure she...
The cocker spaniel is a happy dog that requires daily exercise. While content living in an apartment, it should have a backyard to play in. This breed is great with kids and other pets, but is...
Cute puppy names are sometimes hard to choose because it's like naming a child. After all, they are part of the family and we become very attached to them. So, it's always good to take the time to...
Party like Fancy Nancy to win over the hearts of the children in your life. Jane O’Connor’s Fancy Nancy books are beloved by both girls and boys. Whether for a special birthday, classroom fun,...
Sure, it's cute when a puppy jumps up on you - a demonstration of her affection - but it's important to break this habit early on. It's not so cute when a 90-pound dog tackles you (or your...
To show love to a dog, you got to be a dog person to begin with. If you're thinking about getting a dog, or new to owning a dog, they do need love. Just like kids and people, dogs need love too....
You've decided to bring home your very own four-legged friend, but you're not sure what breed is right for you? Here are some ways to find your perfect new best friend.
Feed your puppies carefully to ensure proper development and growth. The following guidelines will show you the way.
Puppy potty training is not as daunting a task as you may think. There are proven methods that will allow you to effectively housebreak your puppy in a matter of weeks. So do not give in just yet,...
Shipping a puppy by plane can be easy or difficult. Make sure you do your homework first in order to insure the safest and shortest possible flight for your puppy. You might have to ship your...
Teaching your puppy to urinate outside can be very easy if you have the time, the patience, and the willingness to help your puppy do his business where he is supposed to.
Oops puppy did it again. How do you housebreak or potty train your puppy dog, keep your sanity and clean up the mess? Short of the quick and easy hire a maid here are some tips to train and clean...
Giving your puppy a bath can be a win-win situation for you and your puppy. You feel better because your puppy is clean and smells good. Your puppy is happy because they get some extra attention....
The moment has come and your furry friend is about to give birth. Whelping (delivering) puppies may only require you to observe and be available in case of emergencies. Have supplies ready and...
When training a puppy, the first and most basic command you want to teach them is to sit!
Training Basenjis and controlling the weather have a few things in common; they can both be a source of happiness, entertainment and spontaneity. A Basenji, however, can also provide love and...
House training a puppy is not a one day process. It will take time, effort, and patience but in the end the work will pay off. Follow these steps and you will be on your way to having a house...
It's almost inevitable at one point or another that your dog or puppy is going to get into - and ingest - something he shouldn't! While never pleasant, sometimes the best thing for him to do is...
With the weather warming up, people look to add pets to their family. Whether it is for companionship or for their kids, careful consideration needs to be made when deciding what breed dog to get.
Train your puppy to walk with you on leash
A teacup Yorkshire Terrier puppy is, as the name indicates, very small. Due to your teacup Yorkie’s stature, you must take great care in bathing and grooming your puppy. Yorkies should be groomed...
You have rescued a puppy mill dog and you have your little furry bundle of joy in your home. How do you deal with a dog with “issues”? How do you deal with an untrained adult dog? Hopefully,...
You've decided you want a purebred puppy! Sometimes it's hard to know where to start. Here are a few tips on how to find a responsible dog breeder.
Have an orphaned puppy? You'll need to step in as nursemaid using the following guidelines.
If your puppy or even adult dog has ever slipped their leash or escaped out an open door, recalling and catching them can be a scary and frustrating experience. Loose dogs can be run over by...
I have worked with animals all my life and have come to realize what works, and what does not with dogs. I have made my share of mistakes and breakthroughs. I want to share with others my rule for...
The Holidays are just around the corner. The hustle and bustle and joy of the season can leave our furry friends a bit neglected, stessed or overwhelmed. Here are a few tips to help you and your...
Puppies are often too young for the majority of chemical type flea prevention or treatments yet they are just as susceptible to getting fleas as any other dog. Should your young puppy get fleas,...
In the 1950s, German shepherds were the most popular dogs in the AKC's registry. Unfortunately, many breeders produced puppies without considering pedigrees, and inbreeding caused health and...
Deciding on whether a puppy is right for you and your family is a big decision, as it directly affects you, your family and the puppy. There are many things that need to be considered before you...
Throughout my life I have had many dogs, and if there is one thing I've learned it's that bringing a puppy into a comfortable, safe and well-prepared environment is the first step in their healthy...
The dachshund, whose name means "badger dog" in German, originated in Germany. Bred to hunt, this loyal and brave dog prefers to be with its family and will grow lonely very quickly if left in the...
For young puppies, nipping, biting and "mouthing" are normal behaviors and rarely cause serious harm. But it's important to stop these behaviors before your dog reaches adulthood, when a bite...
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...
Dogs need toys! Not just when they are puppies, but all their lives, they need toys for fun, and mental as well as physical stimulation. Too often, people just buy whatever is handy, or what looks...
Who doesn't fall in love as soon as they lay their eyes on a cute puppy. It's so easy to just pick one up and want to take it home. Then once you get it home... "what was I thinking?" ...
If you are thinking of getting a puppy or dog as a protector for you or your family there are some serious issues you need to consider. You can do much of the training yourself but at some...
Most people are not familiar with the term “puppy mill”. They think it is a place where puppies live or they are born. That is true, but it is not a good place, a nice place, or a nurturing...
You have the best looking pooch on the planet, right? Of course you do, so show your pet off with a stellar photo that you took yourself.
I just brought a new Shi poo puppy home. I adore him. Watching him play this morning I was thinking about all the considerations you should make before deciding to adopt a new puppy. Here is a...
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...
They said it couldn’t be done! My family scoffed at me when I purchased a counter bell and placed it by the back door. We had brought home a new puppy and I decided I was going to train him to...
Your puppy won't be small forever. Capture these moments on film, now. Better yet, get a digital camera and just keep snapping away! There are certain tricks that you should keep in mind so you...
Consistency is the secret to a happy puppy and owner.
Once you have researched a breed and decided what kind of purebred puppy is right for your family it is time to choose a breeder.
Dog...Man's best friend! This is very true, but not always easy to come by. Dog's are very like humans in the way they learn. Have you ever seen a Kindergarten teacher teach? It's all about...
CAMERA, lights action! This is not normally on the list of items needed to bring home puppy. BEFORE you think of choosing your puppy - buy a quality camera.
If it were not for activists, we in general as a society would not know about the plight of Darfur's refugees, the harassment of gay teens like Matthew Shepard, Japanese whaling, or global...
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