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Tips & Tricks May 18, 2014

Learn to Handle a Territorial Dog

Great canine family members are trained in the difference between protection and aggression. Dog owners are wise to teach the dog to control overreactions to people who are unfamiliar in the park, on the sidewalk or in the family home. Rushing the fence with teeth bare while growling ferociously is unacceptable behavior for the dog.

Dog Care May 6, 2014

What Spring Means to Your Dog

Everybody loves spring! After being cooped up in the winter months, dogs cannot wait to get outside to smell the balmy air, let the sun kiss their fur, and see all the new life that is emerging. Unfortunately, dogs can suffer more problems in the spring as a direct result of being outdoors.

General April 22, 2014

Off-Leash Walking

Every dog, large and small, loves to be put on a leash and be taken for a walk each day. It’s crucial for a pet owner, however, to maintain discipline over their pooch and ensure that they walk the dog rather than allowing the dog to walk them.

General April 9, 2014

Cleaning Stains and Removing Odors

Your dog gives you love, affection and loyalty, but he may also sometimes leave you other things that you don’t like quite so much – odors and stains. Accidents happen sometimes, and knowing how to clean up the mess and remove the odor can go a long way to keeping your human-and-canine household running smoothly.

Tips & Tricks April 3, 2014

Establishing Your Role as Alpha

The old saying that “a dogs is a man’s best friend” underscores the depth of the relationships that dog owners have with their pets. We humans aren’t merely their friends and caretakers, we represent the leader of their pack formation, giving dogs the commands that they instinctively follow.

Furry Pals April 1, 2014

Dogs Shouldn’t Be Carried

Some dog owners never allow their tiny pup’s paws to touch the ground and carry their petite canines everywhere. The paparazzi rarely photograph celebrities like Paris Hilton without a latte in one hand and a diminutive dog in the other.

Dog Care March 31, 2014

Dogs Increasing Length of Life

It’s not unrealistic to expect your dog to live anywhere from eight to twelve years depending on their size and health, but reports of much older dogs living to be as old as twenty have changed the way that owners care for their canine pets.

General March 31, 2014

Your Dog’s Routine Is Important

It’s only been a few thousand years since dogs have ventured off the evolutionary pathway of their wolf cousins. That few thousand years hasn’t been long enough for dogs to shed the wolf instinct that guides them through the world, even if that world is now dominated by humans and not nature.

General March 31, 2014

Dogs Teach Responsibility

If your child has been asking for a dog, you may hesitate to get him one. He has probably promised that he will feed the dog and walk him every day without being told.

Furry Pals March 31, 2014

Dog Fostering – Is It For You?

Thousands of dogs are abandoned every year across the United States. Sometimes people can’t care for their dog because of financial reasons, but other times, animals are simply seen as unwanted complications to one’s life.

Tips & Tricks March 13, 2014

15 Methods To Stop Your Dogs Barking

Your dog is barking and your neighbor has given you an ultimatum. Or maybe you’ve received notice from animal control. At this stage, you’re at wit’s end on how you should handle your dog’s incessant barking.

Tips & Tricks March 12, 2014

12 Tips For Training The Perfect Dog

Of course, all our dogs are perfect in their own way, but having a well-trained dog will certainly make your life easier.

Tips & Tricks March 12, 2014

11 Calming Methods For Your Dog During Bad Weather

Many dogs can feel unhappy during bad weather. Thunderstorms can be especially frightening for an unsuspecting canine, as she has no idea what’s going on or where the loud noise is coming from. Seeing your precious pooch distressed can be quite upsetting. Luckily, there is a wide range of methods you can employ to calm your dog during a storm or other bad weather conditions.

Tips & Tricks March 11, 2014

18 Ways Your Dog Can Help You Lose Weight

Let’s face it. Fido is overweight and you are too. It’s time to take the matter in hand! With your dog by your side, here are ways that you can slim you both down and not suffer too much doing it. And let’s not forget – it is much more amusing to lose weight with your dog than alone.

Tips & Tricks March 4, 2014

Top 15 Dog Safety Tips

It’s impossible to prevent every mishap or injury your dog may experience. While you can’t stop it all, there are some things you can do to reduce the overall risk to your pet in a variety of situations. The following tips will help you protect your beloved canine companion so you both can enjoy a long, happy and healthy life together!