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Choosing The Right Doggy Day Care

Posted in Information on May 30th, 2010

Choosing The Right Doggy Day Care

Some days you might be too busy for your dog. You could be working late or planning a dog free event. Don’t make your dog pay for your busy schedule. The solution may be doggy day care. This may be in the form of a dog walker or a place to take your dog for care.

What Is Doggy Day Care?

Doggy day care is the same as kiddie day care, but for dogs. You must…

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GOLDENDOODLE

Posted in Information on May 30th, 2010

The Goldendoodle is a breed of dog which has derived from crossing the
Golden Retriever with the Poodle. Poodle hybrids have become increasingly
popular over recent years and it is possible that the…

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All Together Now Breed Groups Part 3

Posted in Information on May 26th, 2010

All Together Now Breed Groups Part 3

Throughout the centuries, people have bred dogs for many purposes. They have created dogs to hunt. Humans have bred dogs for guarding and working. They have also designed them for no other purpose than companionship. In the pet category, you will find dogs in the Toy group in prolific numbers.

The Toy Group

The members of the Toy group were born to b…

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How to Approach Strange Dogs (Part 5)

Posted in Information on May 24th, 2010

How to Approach Strange Dogs (Part 5)

In the last article, we identified different types of dog biters, how to approach them, and how to behave around them to avoid being bitten. But what if we tried everything and we still find ourselves being attacked by a strange dog?

If All Else Fails, Defend Yourself

If you have followed all the general precautions and still find yourself face to fa…

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Nightmare Grooming Services – How Safe Is Your Pet (5)

Posted in Information on May 22nd, 2010

Nightmare Grooming Services – How Safe Is Your Pet? (5)

When you take your dog for to provide him a grooming service which has now became a common aspect in the grooming parlors. Care should be taken that while you take your dog to a groomer the responsibility for your dog’s safety is on the hands of the groomers and he should be professional enough in order to provide proper treatment of cleani…

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The Wonders of a Dog Hammock

Posted in Information on May 20th, 2010

If you enjoy taking your dog on outings, but often get discouraged because of the mess that comes with taking your dog in the car, it may be beneficial for you to look at the following accessories: The first is a dog booster seat and the second a dog hammock. To explain the second choice in simple terms, a dog hammock is actually a cover for the back seat of your car. The cover protects the seat from dirt and hair left from your dog.

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What to Pack when Traveling with your Dog

Posted in Information on May 20th, 2010

Many people enjoy taking their dogs on vacation with them. Occasionally,
having to take a family members’ puppy along just can’t be helped, like in the
case of a long distance move. While it really is true…

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Battling Dog Urine Stains On Your Green Grass (Part 3)

Posted in Information on May 18th, 2010

How to Fix Dog Urine Stains On Your Green Grass (Part 3)

Although there is a variety of grass that you can use in order to withstand your dog’s urine burns, you may want to avoid all the hassle of digging up your yard and replanting it. Save yourself the time and the hassle and try watering it down.

Now for my Rottweilers, my grass is fescue. At first, it seemed as though it was relatively …

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Puppy Vs. Fax Machine

Posted in Videos on May 17th, 2010


Inspired by (sometimes) absurd nature v? Viral deos here? on Youtube. Submit to CHARLIE, m? S new member of any family

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Hot Weather Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe

Posted in Information on May 16th, 2010

Hot Weather Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe

Dogs, like people, feel the heat so it is their human companion’s job to ensure that they are safe and comfortable in any extreme weather. Our pets are valued and loved members of the family for which we are responsible. If we live in a hot climate or during the summer months, we need to keep our pets safe from the heat. Here are some tips on how to…

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Will my new puppy be ok home along during the day?

Posted in FAQ's on May 12th, 2010


I am getting a mini Australian shepherd puppy in 2 weeks. I am totally prepared for it, the new dog's veterinarian's appointment and everything. Work 8:30 – 5: 30 daily and comes home at lunch to walk her. She will be acceptable when I'm not home? I have had a large drawer, and items necessary to keep your comfortable and happy all day.

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Some Ideas on House Training a Puppy

Posted in Articles on May 10th, 2010


The joy of owning a puppy and growing up is considered among the most rewarding experiences in which a dog lover could ask for. There are many things you find on dogs and one on the way to establishing a long relationship and trust. The house train a puppy is one of the first tasks will be completed if you have the dog inside for any length of time. Fortunately, a dog learns things very fast, and training of the house can be learned very quickly. This is why it is so important to establish the proper training routine of the house while the dog is at a young age. Establishing a training routine of the house becomes a pet can be difficult to break once, so it is important to get right the first time. One of the most important things to do during the initial home of a dog is to observe the survival of a dog close eye on the dog while at the same time noting the time. If your dog is very active, and the weather is nice outside, is nothing wrong with taking the outside more than once an hour. He has to drink more water than if he were an adult dog because of their metabolism that was so fast. He has to eat more often to fuel this metabolism higher, too. Just remember that all this had to eat and drink that will make the dog "go" more than normal. A method of training the dog house that is using the bathroom in the newspaper is called the method of paper. Teaching your dog relieve inside, then expecting him to do the transition to take over outdoor dog will tend to confuse their young. Will last and be more difficult to train their dogs using this method, studies have shown. Teaching your dog to "go" outside, he will learn that it is not acceptable for the "go" at home. Also, the dog could get in the habit of relieving the newspaper about something in the newspaper. Just keep things constant taking only relieve your dog outside. A very effective system that develops positive results is known as the "crate" system. The dog is kept in a box roughly an hour before it is taken outdoors to relieve. While in the crate, the dog is trained to "perform the it" until he is left out for the relief, which is usually outdoors. Why this system works so well is based on the dog doesn 't want to take over in his living area. If you keep the puppy the crate too long, it could do so relieved in the drawer. If this happens, this technique may compromise the training. The house train a puppy is an essential step in the training of the dog if you want your dog to establish good habits from the beginning. Remain constant and give the dog a lot of praise is an important part in house training your dog. Is authorized if the dog has an accident during this training, because the process is not a thing at night. Taking the dog outside more often, this must stop these accidents. If the dog has an accident after the training finished, don 't punish you. Re simply the process of training new temporary and you 'll be back on the track in no time.

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Dealing With Problem Shih Tzu Puppy Behaviors

Posted in Articles on May 10th, 2010


Everyone who owns a Shih Tzu puppy or dog Shih Tzu will have to try and rectify any less than desirable behaviors on the part of your animal companion. There are a number of behaviors that must be tweaked in the outbreak, including: Jumping up on people this is one of those behaviors that many owners inadvertently encourage in their animals, from jumping up, wagging his tail and the like can be adorable in a young Shih Tzu puppy. When this Shih Tzu puppy is older, bigger and heavier, however, it skips over that behavior stops being cute and starts to become annoying and even dangerous. A dog that big, heavy jump up on people can be dangerous to young children and even some adults, from a large dog over 100 pounds can easily knock down a child or small adult. Since you as the owner is liable for his dog, it is important to nip this behavior problem in the outbreak. Do not ever worry about your Shih Tzu 100 pounds, but you still need to be careful and nip this behavior in the outbreak before it causes problems. The best time to do that, of course, is when the Shih Tzu puppy is still small and easy to manage. If the Shih Tzu dog jumps up on you or someone else, gently place the Shih Tzu puppy 's feet to move backwards on the floor. When the dog Shih Tzu is still standing there, be sure to commend extensively. It is also important to give the dog a Shih Tzu alternative to jumping up. Shih Tzu dogs jump up on people to express their enthusiasm, so it is important to re-direct this energy in a more socially acceptable. Try to teach the Shih Tzu puppy to his paw instead of jumping up. To teach the Shih Tzu dog not to jump up on people, it is important to be consistent. Consistency is important in any training program, and all family members should understand that the Shih Tzu puppy is not allowed to jump on them. Traction, loading and shooting the problem of lead in a pinch you definitely want to shoot at is this. It is important that the Shih Tzu puppy learns now respect the collar and the post, where he is still small and light enough to lead. Teaching this lesson to a Shih Tzu puppy for 3 pounds will be much easier than teaching the same lesson to a Shih Tzu dog of 12 pounds. Using smooth strong body a collar or harness of the head can be a big help to train a Shih Tzu dog to not pull, or to teach / learn new skills for a Shih Tzu dog that has learned and put in the mail . When the first garrison a harness, it is important to allow the Shih Tzu dog walk around it, so he can get used to using it. The first thing that your Shih Tzu puppy must learn, and the basis for all subsequent training is teaching your Shih Tzu to lean. Teaching their Shih Tzu to walk in their own side in a loose forward is the foundation of all training Shih Tzu, Shih Tzu and until the dog has mastered this vital skill that he can not move on a more advanced training. When walking with a dog in a Shih Tzu mail, it is important to keep the slack mail. If the Shih Tzu dog starts to pull in the mail, the handler should quickly change directions. Shih Tzu dogs then you will find lining behind instead of forward. The mail will be weak with the exception of the second party that leads the direction of change. It is important that the handler uses a quick pull of the mail, followed by an immediate relaxation, to teach this lesson. To teach the Shih Tzu dog to walk properly, it is important to never allow the Shih Tzu dog pull you around, or advance in the mail. Allowing the Shih Tzu dog pull you around will show you exactly the wrong lesson.

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Dog Grooming QandA

Posted in Information on May 10th, 2010

Grooming Your Pet
(Q’s and A’s)
I have a poodle with bowed legs in the front. How can I conceal this when I groom?
You just need to cut with scissors the hair on the exterior of your pet’s elbow and on the interior of their ankle. Ensure that the hair covers the exterior part of the ankle, it’s not simple but it definitely helps.
How do I keep my the ear…

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What To Do When your Dog is Missing

Posted in Information on May 8th, 2010

What To Do When your Dog is Missing

Every year many dogs go missing. They disappear from yards; they are taken from outside stores, or taken out of car. This happens for a number of reasons. Sometimes the thief likes the way your dog looks. Or they are looking to make some money and breed a purebred dog. Some stolen dogs have been found in puppy mills or in the practice ring at a dog fight. In r…

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How many Different Puppy shots should be administered?

Posted in FAQ's on May 8th, 2010


I have a puppy 12 weeks old and he just had its 4th round of shots and is soon due for its 5th Parva, crown, etc. I'm wondering how many more rounds of shots needed him. I read somewhere that all of these shots weren 't good for dogs that soooo does anyone know anything about this?

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How can I act to stop puppy mills?

Posted in FAQ's on May 6th, 2010


I want to help stop puppy mills and to tell my elected representatives about it. How do I find what lawsuits are pending in the senate and the house to stop puppy mills? How can I find ways to pararlas? And, how can I tell my representatives how important this is to our state? Thank you.

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Paper Training A Puppy Without Ruining Your Floor, Staining Your Carpet, And Pulling Out Your Hair!

Posted in Articles on May 6th, 2010


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Barking Dogs, Let’s See Why and How to Stop Them

Posted in Information on May 6th, 2010

The success of getting your dog to stop barking, may not be the time it takes to do it. There will not be an overnight solution to a problem that has existed for awhile.

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Oops! What To Do When Your Dog Stains The Carpet (2)

Posted in Information on May 6th, 2010

Oops! What To Do When Your Dog Stains The Carpet (2)

It’s the dog’s scent that causes the dog or puppy to return to the same spot over and over again. This is why it’s important to clean it properly. The only way to completely eliminate the scent that draws the dog is to use an enzyme product.

An enzyme is great to use because it absorbs, kills, and completely eliminates the odor. Follow th…

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