http://thedogmeister.com Sat, 31 Jul 2010 09:00:06 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en New Dog Owner Tips and Tricks Adding a new family member changes the lives of the entire household. Many families seeking to add a new pet to their home consider their lifestyle, finances, and other household members before making this major decision. A pet should always be considered as a ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1692 One of the big advantages to an elevated dog feeder is the fact that it will slow down eating. Large dogs especially, need to take it easy at meal time. Bloat is a potentially life threatening ailment and you can help avoid it by slowing down the dogs eating habits. ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1691 None of us want to eat off the floor. Did you ever think that your dog may prefer to eat with their food a bit higher? It's possible that you will find it an easier job for both you and your best friend. ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1690 Five Common Skin Problems Affecting Your Pooch Part 2 Your favorite canine companion can suffer from a variety of skin problems. Most are easily treated. Some are difficult to cure. In the previous article we looked at 3 specific types of skin problems: atropic allergies, fleas and ticks and bacterial and ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1689 House Dangers and Ways to Protect Your Dog Dogs are omnivorous and they can eat almost anything laid in front of them. They are known to be a scavenger and it is incurable. For these reasons, you need to make sure that your pet will be safe from any harm ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1688 The Big Personality of the Small Chihuahua The Chihuahua is a popular dog in the toy breed category that has a mysterious place of organ. It is thought the Chihuahua was owned by the Aztecs in the fifth century A.D. often because they were found in the ruins of the palace ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1687 Barking Excessively (Part 5): How to Keep Your Dog from Barking with Tin Cans The two quickest ways to efficiently train your pet so that he does not excessively bark is to use a water gun, discussed previously in the easy three-step plan, and by using tin cans. The first method ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1686 Many households now have a dog as part of the family, as we become a world of dog lovers we need to ensure that we look after them properly. All dogs will need some form of training to ensure they know how to... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1685 Choosing the Right Dog Food: Tips and Tricks Providing the proper dietary needs for our family friend is a major goal for any pet owner seeking to prolong their pet’s life. Often the nutritional balance of the pet will affect their lives in such ways as health and even ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1684 Things that go bump in the night are fairly common. That sudden loud clap of thunder that wakes us from a sound sleep can also get your dog to jump higher than it ever has before and be in the bed with you. Perhaps as the thunder rolls in, your ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1683 Owning a dog is a huge commitment you need ensure that you look after your dog well and this takes several different elements. Not only do you need to ensure that your dog has food and water but also exercise... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1682 Taking Your Senior Dog For A Walk If your dog has reached it golden years, they may not be able to be as active as they were in their youth. Even if your older dog may be a little slower they still need activity. Don’t let them sleep away their last ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1681 Oops! What to Do When Your Dog Stains The Carpet (1) The day our new puppy, Cocoa, came to live with us was quite an exciting one! Our new Cocker Spaniel ran all over the house exploring everything she could, her tail wagging and her ears flapping. The kids were ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1680 Ticks can pose a serious health risk to your dog. If they attach to your dog's skin they can cause irritation, pain and could pass on diseases. If your dog ends up with a tick it is very important that you remove it as soon as possible. Leaving the tick ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1679 If you own a dog then you will have to do some grooming to help keep your dog clean and to protect your dog's health. If you have a dog with short hair then you will have fewer grooming duties than someone with a long haired dog. http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1678 These are nutrients that it is near impossible to over supplement, because they are not stored I the body.  Any amount of excess of these vitamins is flushed out through the kidneys and removed every time... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1677 Where it comes to having a dog for a pet many people do not realize that your pet is more than just that, a pet. When you get a pet for your family, that pet becomes more but then a dog, it becomes a part of... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1676 Barking Excessively (Part 5): How to Keep Your Dog from Barking with Tin Cans The two quickest ways to efficiently train your pet so that he does not excessively bark is to use a water gun, discussed previously in the easy three-step plan, and by using tin cans. The first method ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1675 Dental care is important for dogs. Unfortunately, it is sometimes overlooked. Many dog owners just expect that there dogs will have bad breath and don't brush their teeth often enough. Good dental hygiene is just as important to your dog's health as proper exercise, grooming and nutrition. http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1674 Ear Cropping: What's The Point? Part 2 When it comes to ear cropping, it can be a painful surgery. One reason for this kind of method is totally archaic. Too many times is the job botched because it is done by the breeder instead ... http://thedogmeister.com/archives/1673