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Small dog breeds make great family pets, but require different care and training techniques depending on the breed. Learn to care for a variety of dog breeds from a certified dog trainer in this free video series on dog care and obedience.
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Caring for a basset hound requires keep the dog from jumping on, off or over things in order to protect their long, vulnerable spine. Provide basset hounds with a good fence so that they do not wander off and consider advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
The most important care tip for beagles is training them to "come"; their ability to focus on a scent and block out all other distractions can lead to the dog wandering off. Learn how easy it is to care for beagles as a family pet with information from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Bichon frise dogs have very fluffy coats that require constant care and grooming. Handle bichon frises gently when grooming and be careful with their delicate bodies with tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Blue heeler were bred to herd sheep, so proper care for this dog should include firm obedience to discourage nipping and disobedience. Use positive reinforcement and friendly methods of training blue heelers with advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Caring for a Chihuahua is similar to caring for a big dog, except that Chihuahuas enjoy being carried around and will need to be protected from the cold. Learn about the bold personality and delicate body of a Chihuahua with information from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Caring for Chinese Shar-Peis requires regular vet care for skin infections and lots of socialization with people and other dogs at a very young age. Keep Chinese Shar-Pei dogs in quiet homes with just a few people to avoid upsetting the dog with advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
When caring for cocker spaniels, pay special attention to the dog's grooming and keeping the ears clean to prevent ear infections. Give cocker spaniels a moderate amount of exercise and mental stimulation with help from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Dachshund care should include obedience training that gets the dog's attention, due to their ability to concentrate heavily on scents. Watch out for back injuries with dachshunds, because of their long spines, with tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Jack Russell terriers are very active dogs that were bred to hunt vermin. They require lots of mental and physical stimulation from exercise or agility training. Discover the joys of caring for a Jack Russell terrier with information from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Maltese dogs requires lots of grooming in order to keep their long, white coats clean and free of mats. Get a Maltese as a happy, amusing pet dog with information from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Caring for miniature dachshunds requires making sure that the dog is not dropped or stepped on, since their tiny bodies are very delicate. Feed miniature dachshunds food with small-sized kibble and consider other pet care tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Miniature pinschers are very intelligent, fast-moving dogs and proper care should include a good leadership program and obedience training. Keep miniature pinschers warm in cold weather with help from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Miniature schnauzer care should include giving the dog a job to do in order to keep this active pet occupied. Get the rough coat of a schnauzer professionally groomed occasionally with tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Proper care for a Pembroke Welsh corgi should include training the dog to respect strict boundaries, as corgis tend to be bossy, confident and vocal. Train a Pembroke Welsh corgi to do agility tricks and herding with advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Pomeranians are active, little dogs that can be taught a variety of tricks, but require a lot of grooming to care for their long coats. Give Pomeranians lots of attention and watch out for them getting stepped on with advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Care for a pug should focus on keeping the eyes and nose healthy due to activities that may easily overheat this little dog. Enjoy a number of sports with pug dogs using tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Scottish terriers, or Scottie dogs, are sporty and independent, and tend to do better in quiet households with one or two people. Care for a Scottish terrier's coat by getting it professionally groomed with advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Proper care for a teacup Chihuahua should include carrying the dog in most situations and watching out for medical problems. Avoid getting a teacup Chihuahua as a pet for small children and consider advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Yorkshire terrier dogs enjoy hunting and will require a lot of training, activity and supervision. Keep Yorkshire terrier coats professionally groomed or trim the coat short with tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.
Dogs can bring an infinite amount of joy and companionship into people's lives. Coming home to a wagging tail and an eager smile creates a feeling of love and happiness, and can make anyone feel needed as part of an intimate family. In fact, studies have shown that having a pet can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and relieve depression. Whether favorite activities to share with a puppy include a long walk in the park or just watching television on the couch, it's important to show dogs just as much love as they show their owners. Can't decide what dog breed to get as a family pet? In this free video series on dog care and obedience, an experienced dog trainer explains how to care for different breeds of dogs. Get information on caring for and training Chihuahuas, pugs, schnauzers and Jack Russel terriers. Learn pet care information for Maltese dogs, Yorkshire terriers and miniature pinschers. Find out about a variety of other small dog breeds in these free videos on dog care.
Nancy Frensley Nancy Frensley is a certified pet dog trainer. She has been a dog trainer and behaviorist since 1985. Frensley is the K-9 program leader and training manager of the K-9 College at the Berkeley East Bay Human Society.dkdk
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