Dog Training - 3 Tips to Stop Your Dog from Jumping on People
Learn 3 simple tips to stop your dog from jumping up on the guests.
Category : Dog Breeds : Pets & Animal
Traveling With Your Pet? No Problem!
Hooray! It's vacation time again, but what should you do with your wonderful canine companion? Go ahead and take him or her with you. Here are some ideas to help make traveling with your pet a fun and stress-free experience.
How To Prevent Your Dog From Getting Fleas
Fleas are a mess.If your dog gets them, prepare to evacuate your home while it's getting flea-bombed.Avoid the issue entirely by learning how to prevent your dog from getting fleas in the first place.
How to Know If a Dog Breed Is Good
There is no one way to judge whether a breed of dog is "good" or not. Dogs are individuals and have different personalities, temperaments, likes and dislikes. Choosing a specific breed of dog gives you a clue about some of these factors. You must examine your wants, needs and lifestyle to determine
Pancreatitis in Dogs
As loving and concerned dog owners, we all want what's best for our dogs health. When we notice that our dog's behaviors or appearance change, we tend to dig up all of the information we can find online for what ever the cause of the health issue may be. If you suspect that you have to per
How Can I Get My Bichon Frise's Coat White?
The Bichon Frise is a small breed known for its white coat. Larger than a Maltese, this popular pup requires special care to keep that prized white coat looking its best. Learn how to keep your Bichon Frise clean and you'll save time and money by reducing the number of trips to the groomer.
How to Remove Ear Hair in a Poodle
Some poodles come blessed with very little ear hair, while others have a lot. If you have no problem looking at hairy dog ears, or if your dog seems to have no problem with excess ear hair, don't bother to remove it. If your dog has problems with frequent ear infections or you notice it takes a long
Save Lives - Prevent Parvo
Simple and effective steps for prevention of the deadly canine disease:Parvo.The importance of protecting puppies from exposure to strangers until they are fully immunized.
Plane Ride With Labrador Retriever
The desire to travel with your Labrador Retriever is tempting. Many people love to travel with their pets but dog owners should always remember that not all pets can or should travel by plane. Before deciding to fly with your four-legged friend, you need to consider various factors such as your pet&
Caring for a Cockapoo
Cockapoos have become very popular since the 1960s, and are one of the first "designer dog" breeds to have a breed registry: the Cockapoo Club of America. A cockapoo is usually a first-generation half poodle and half cocker spaniel cross, though there are some breeders producing second-generation co
Spaying Problems
Spaying is a very responsible decision to take as it can help settle a dog or cat that is constantly cycling in and out of season without mating. It also avoids bringing unwanted animals into the world as well as being a preventative measure against mammary cancer in younger dogs and cats and pyomet
How to Train a Therapy Dog
A therapy dog requires different training than a service dog for the disabled. A therapy dog's goal is to offer comfort and companionship to patients in hospitals, nursing homes, mental centers; or visit libraries and schools to "listen" to young children read. In addition to basic obedience trainin
Aqua Dogs: How to Teach Your Dog to Swim
As the summer begins to wind down, and the heat begins to let up, many families will be getting in a few last trips to the beach or lake. And of course, their dogs will be coming too! But did you know that not all dogs are natural swimmers?
Is My Dog Sick? - When You Should Be Concerned
Being a dog owner goes way beyond teaching your pup a few tricks. Owning a dog means being responsible for a life other than your own. Your dog depends on you to take care of him when he's well and also when he's sick.Obviously, you can't run out to the vet every time your dog has a s
Dog Training - Dealing With Dogs That Are Difficult to Train
If you are a dog lover then probably you are aware of the fact that not all dogs born equal. This means that while other types of dog lead, others just seem to gladly follow instructions or commands from their leader. In relation to this, not all dogs are known to respond perfectly the same when it
4 Reasons Why an Invisible Dog Fence Will Help Keep Your Dog Safe
Invisible dog fences are a wonderful way to keep your canine friend safe and sound. Let's take a look at 4 reasons why they are so effective!
Skin Problems in the Ear
Dog's ears are composed of three main parts: the external, middle and inner ear. All three parts can be impacted by various ailments that cause itching, inflammation, infection and, in extreme circumstances, hearing impairment. In addition, external ear problems can spread to the middle...
The First Step in Training a Dominant Puppy
When training a dominant puppy it is imperative to assert your position as pack leader. Your methods of achieving this need not be abusive or inhumane at all.
Four Ways to Relieve Dog Arthritis
Most all dogs develop joint problems as they age, and larger dogs tend to experience these problems earlier than smaller breeds. Arthritis is one of the great cripplers of dogs as they advance in years, yet it can also begin early in their lives. Because the bodies of dogs are structured differently
Diagnose Dog Illnesses - How to Spot Common Illnesses and Avoid Them
Dogs can contact illnesses from a number of different sources. This article discusses the five most common dog illnesses, how they are contacted and what you can do to avoid them.