Choosing a training collar

Many dog owners find that their efforts toward training their pet are greatly aided by the use of a training collar. There are many types of collars available and each employs a different mechanism meant to guide your pet, restrain him or discourage bad or disobedient behavior. Some training collars can harm a dog if they are not used appropriately or are the wrong size; so, you should research training collars thoroughly before choosing one..
Choosing a training collar

Barking – how to tone it down!

Barking is normal for a dog, and it is completely unrealistic to think you can prevent your dog from barking. Just as talking comes naturally to a human and meowing comes naturally to a cat, so does barking come naturally to a dog. Barking only becomes a problem if it happens too often and continues for long periods of time.
Barking

Dog hair loss – what to do when your dog is shedding

A shedding dog is something you will need to live with, but the amount of shedding can be controlled with a few simple steps and a bit of easy know-how.
Dog hair loss

Tapeworms – and how to treat them

Tapeworms are a serious problem for all animals, including dogs. If left untreated, they can cause a great deal of pain and ultimately death. Since there are so few symptoms associated with many types of tapeworms, it is important to watch your pet closely for signs of infection.
Tapeworms

Human foods that will make your dog sick as a dog!

We all know how hard it can be to resist your dog when you are eating and he is imploring! Before you feed your dog from the table, however, you should be aware that certain “human” foods can do him some serious damage..
Human foods that will make your dog sick as a dog..

Why dogs can be great therapy for humans

Dogs have become a great therapy tool for their human counterparts, and nursing homes, hospitals, and institutions that specialize in the care of those suffering from mental and physical handicaps are increasingly turning to specially trained canines for the therapeutic benefits that dog – human interactions offer.
Why dogs can be great therapy for humans

Does your dog have what it takes to be a therapy dog?

You have probably seen the stories on TV where dogs have visited nursing homes and hospitals.  Maybe now you are wondering whether or not your dog could help in a similar line of work.  Here are some of the things to look for to see if your dog has what it takes to be a therapy dog…
Does your dog have what it takes to be a therapy dog?

Dog training with the click method

A relatively new and gentle approach at dog training is gaining popularity amongst dog owners. Known as the click method, this type of dog training is revolutionary…
Dog training with the click method