A Collection of Books for Perfect Dog Ownership “Dog Training Mastery” is more of a complete dog training system, than it is an ebook with a collection of well-chosen bonuses. It has a clear, logical flow, teaches you in hands-on ways, and for anyone who wants to really master dog …
Protect Your Curious Pooch from You Home’s Contents Puppies like to follow their noses, and when they find an interesting scent, they’re likely to try and find out what it’s about. So, before you bring your new puppy home, it’s wise to do some puppy-proofing work to keep dangerous objects …
Frequently Asked Questions When you get a puppy, please factor in the cost of puppy shots. Without the complete round of vaccinations and follow-up boosters, your dog is at risk. Your vet will give you all the information about puppy shots that this FAQ doesn’t. What Are Puppy Shots For? …
Obviously, the first thing you want your dog to learn is how not to leave messes around the house. Potty training is priority number 1. This page is about those of you who will teach your puppy where to use the bathroom inside the house. If you’re more interested …
This puppy housebreaking method solves the messy problem of training dogs to go to the toilet indoors. If you are looking to house train your puppy to do his business outdoors please read this detailed article – Puppy House Training Outdoors “Finally there is a Clean, Hygienic, User Friendly & …
When you first bring your new puppy home, you’re going to be thrilled. But the moment your puppy makes the first mess on the floor, you’re going to realize puppy house training is a serious need. So, puppy house training is one of the first things you need to do. …
Dogs and puppies are NATURAL ‘den creatures’ — so why not train your dog naturally with their very own crate ‘den’? (It also helps with house training your dog, and other common dog obedience issues as well!) Like basic obedience training, puppy crate training helps establish certain boundaries. Puppy crate …
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No matter the breed of dog, eye problems can become serious very quickly. No matter how clean or well-suited the environment, every dog needs regular eye cleanings. Preventing dog eye problems is a lot easier than solving them once they come up. Preventing Dog Eye Problems Dogs have tear …
All the dog breeds I’m covering are widely popular, but the Maltese puppy is by far one of the most highly-demanded and exclusive dogs on the market today. Jump to: Breed History, Appearance, Temperament, Health Issues and Maltese Puppy Training. Why is the Maltese puppy so popular? They’re adaptable, have …
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The majority of popular dogs are pure-bred, but I couldn’t ignore the Labradoodle. The Labradoodle was designed to take the lovable qualities of both the Labrador Retriever and the Poodle, and produce a poodle-like dog as trainable as a Labrador, as cute as a Poodle, and unlikely to shed hair …
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How to Stop a Dangerously Affectionate Behavior When they’re puppies, you might laugh about this, but when they’re adults, you’ll wish you hadn’t. Dogs who’ve taken to jumping up on people are cute, but it’s annoying to be the target, especially if they won’t stop. Aside from being annoying, …
The Jack Russell Terrier is an active, cheerful breed with even more energy than the typical Terrier. They’re bred for work, meaning they have a lot of demands for keeping their bodies and minds stimulated – so if you have the patience to train them, and you have a …
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If you’ve read through my dog breed information, you’ll notice that almost every breed of dog is vulnerable to the hereditary bone condition called hip dysplasia. In short, hip dysplasia means that a dog’s thigh bone (aka femur) doesn’t fit into the pelvis the way it should. The result …
First off, some of you might be wondering just what “hypoallergenic” means, and why hypoallergenic dogs are good for allergy sufferers. A hypoallergenic dog just means it’s a a dog that won’t cause allergic reactions, or anyway is less likely to. If you have strong dog allergies, then there’s …
And Chihuahua Breed Information Before I get into how to train a Chihuahua, let me talk about the breed in general. The first thing to know is that they are spunky, classy, brave dogs. With proper socialization, they are wonderful companions, and without it, they can be pretty anti-social …
So you’ve bought a puppy… now what Surprised ? Nobody can ignore the energy and excitement of adding a new puppy to your family. You’ll want to spend every available second with him or her — they’re cute, cuddly and… well for anyone who has kids — they are just …
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Train “Yourself” to Reduce Your Dog’s Whinging and Whining Habits and Identify Genuine Problems Your Dog Might Whine About Puppies are babies, so it makes perfect sense that, if they want attention, protection, or food, they’re going to whine and cry. Like with any “little one,” that noise makes …
Throughout these puppy training articles, I’ve talked a lot about the importance of creating a relationship of leadership and trust, and even dependence, between you and your puppy. However, there does come a point where this relationship can be too strong. “I felt like I could never leave my dog alone, …
Whether it’s the kitchen tile, or the vegetable garden, or an escape tunnel under the fence, a digging dog can become a problem. I’ve had to learn, for my own reasons (vegetable gardens) how to stop dogs from digging over the years, so here’s a summary of what’s worked …
Dog Coprophagia – It’s Not Just Disgusting, It’s a Health Risk How To Stop Dogs Eating Dog Poop One thing’s for sure – this is a behavioral problem that nobody ignores. It’s hard to stomach being social with a dog who’s been caught eating dog poop. Coprophagia (yes, there’s …
