Most of the time, your dog is just being a dog. It does what a normal dog does: dig holes at your well-maintained garden, gnaws up everything that it sees, or snarl at a tiny fly. Many times your dog will drive you up the wall. But don’t fret. There …
It’s useful to teach your dog the “stand” command for grooming reasons especially, and other reasons. Think about it: You’ve got “sit,” “stay,” and “down” all covered, but you need a way to tell your dog that he’s doing the right thing, when you actually need him on his feet. …
So you’ve finally decided to get a new puppy for your kid or as your companion. As of now, you would already know how great they are as pets, but you cannot veer away from the truth that some time or another they will create disorder in your house. As …
A Frequently Asked Question Our little furry buddies don’t ask a whole lot of us. Still, there are things every dog owner needs to own, for the sake of their dog’s well-being. Brushes, bedding, food, etc. And every dog owner loves giving dogs the best things in life, right? Mmm, …
Answers to a Very-Frequently-Asked Question Dogs and kids are a great mix, but what’s the best dog breed for children? Well, to be honest there are very few breeds that are bad with children! Almost any dog of any breed is going to bond closely with your children. The fact …
About the Breed and Training From their humble beginnings as rat-hunters in the coal mines of England, to their current status as one of the most popular breeds of pet dogs in the world, the Yorkshire Terrier (also known as “Teacup Yorkie,” “Miniature Yorkie,” or just “Yorkie”) is a fabulous …
Sure-Fire Flea and Tick Control Everybody knows that fleas and ticks are more than just a bother – they’re a danger to your whole family. Frontline for dogs is an affordable, leading-edge product for controlling fleas and ticks, and by controlling them, of course I mean killing them. There are …
The Best Dog Clippers, Dog Brushes, Bath Supplies, etc Keep your dog in prime condition with the best dog grooming supplies. Find dog grooming supplies at low prices without sacrificing the benefits of beauty and proper care. Benefits of Home Dog Grooming Buying dog grooming supplies and doing your dog’s …
Aggression between dogs is not easy to deal with, especially if both dogs are dear to you. However, serious dog-to-dog aggression cannot be ignored, because if it’s left unchecked, it will almost always get worse. The causes are complex and they’re not always the same. Maybe one dog wants to …
How to Choose a Dog Training School & Why Professional Training Helps Your Dog Dog training schools are the ideal way to help your new friend learn to fit into your family and home. A dog starts out as a wild animal, regardless of the circumstances of the puppy’s birth. …
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At one point in time, I had to look into these dog pet insurance questions myself. When I was building this website, I dug out my old notes, and compiled what I learned, because it seems like a lot of people don’t even know dog insurance exists. So, here …
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Arthritis, in dogs or in people, is a condition where the joints swell together. Arthritis in dogs is most common in the leg joints. This fairly common condition causes stiffness and pain whenever the afflicted joint moves. The cause of arthritis in dogs, is that the layers of cartilage …
General Tips and Specific Techniques Training your dog to sit is one of the best places to start your obedience training. It’s easy to train, and doesn’t challenge your dog’s instinctual decision-making. Training your dog to sit also gives you a way to distract your dog from wrong or unsafe …
Soon after you bring your puppy home, you’re going to want that puppy to walk nicely on a leash. Training a puppy to walk on a leash makes that puppy safer for the rest of his or her life, and guarantees you’ll be able to give your puppy the exercise …
Labrador Training Information and Resources Training a Labrador puppy is one of the easiest and most rewarding experiences in the dog world. No wonder they’re so popular! Labradors are smart, sensitive, and very social. They’re also cute as can be. When you begin training a Labrador puppy, you’ll notice right …
An Optional Obedience Training Command If you’re thorough about the “sit” and “down” commands, you might find it unnecessary to teach the “stay” command. Some trainers even believe that training your dog to stay will confuse a dog – that the dog might think, if you don’t say “stay,” …
Quick, think of a girl’s name, one that you won’t get tired of saying 20 times a day for the next ten-plus years! Got one yet? No? Okay, then I’m here to help you with a huge list of resources for choosing between female dog names. Aside from making …
Since you’re here, I’m guessing you’ve already brought home a lovely male dog. Congratulations! Now it’s time to look through oodles of male dog names and pick the one that fits your new friend perfectly. No doubt, you’re brimming with excitement over your new buddy. You’ll be even happier once …
How to Train a Pug, Health Care Information, and About the Breed If you love dogs that are “so ugly they’re cute,” then say hello to the Pug puppy. This so-called toy dog breed is a lot bigger on the inside than you’d suspect, with tons of character, much …
Information About the Breed, How to Train and Care for a Dachshund The Dachshund is a playful, personable, and somewhat independent dog breed. They’re beautiful and affectionate, but they also have a spunky, cheeky streak and a fair bit of attitude. One thing that makes the Dachshund puppy as …
