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An American Staffordshire (Am Staff)/American Pit Bull Terrier (APBT) was found last night around 21st/Princess Anne & Leigh. Male, black, no microchip (vet checked) and no collar, but appears to be in good health/well fed, friendly, good natured, and naturally rambunctious. He is being temporally fostered, but if the owner is not located soon…

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Clicker Training – A Popular and Effective Teaching Method

A large number of professional dog trainers use the clicker training method in place of verbal praise to let the dog know that there response to a command is correct. A clicker is a small hand-held device that is designed to make a small abrupt clicking sound when it is pressed. Many of those who use this particular training tool find…

The Eyes have it

Eyes are an important part of any body’s world. Without them, we are lacking one of our significant senses. While it is true dogs have strong noses and keen ears, they also depend on their eyes. They may not have the acuity of us humans, but they can and do have other advantages.

A dog’s eyes have large pupils and can execute a wide field of vision. While we are stuck …

Second Hand Smoke and your Dog

In spite of what cigarette companies say, we all know it. Smoking is a serious health problem. Some people consider it child abuse to smoke in the same room as children. Second hand smoke can be as deadly is not more so than actually puffing on a cigarette. People, especially children, have little say in the matter. Although laws and restrictions continue to imp…

Teaching Your Dog To Heel

Have you ever observed a dog owner walk with its dog in unison, without the owner ever using a leash? Did you ever want to know how the dog was trained to do this? It is not difficult, but training a dog to walk in unison requires an obedient, receptive dog. Moreover, some dogs are more easy to train and will pick up on being trained naturally. Hunting or tracking do…

Housebreaking Your Puppy Should be the First on Your Training To-Do-List

All dogs need to be housetrained, regardless of their size, breed or age. This training needs to begin as soon as your puppy is brought home. The faster he realizes that the outdoors is where he should do his business the fewer accidents you will have in your home.

Housebreaking is not a …

Choosing a New Puppy

Dogs are terrific, loyal and loving companions that bring a lot of happiness, joy and entertainment into our lives. Selecting a new puppy as a family member is a very big decision, often confusing and not one you approach casually. There are so many different breeds of dogs from tiny Chihuahua’s to huge Great Danes. When choosing a new puppy, it is extremely importan…

Total Puppy Care Considerations Before Selecting A Puppy

He won’t be quite as pricey as your new car and probably will not last as long as your house, but a puppy is likely to be more a part of your everyday life than anything you can imagine.

The beautiful, healthy, well-behaved dog that you have adored on TV, at the local dog show, or at your neighbor’s, did not get that way by chance….

7 Great Reasons Why Crate Training is a Good Idea

Some dog owners think that crating their pets is cruel and no different than caging an animal. The reality is, however, that responsible crate training can do wonders for your special four legged pal and make his world a positive and safer place. In fact, the following are 7 reasons why crate training is a smart choice for your dog.

1. Dogs …