When you first get your dog you will want to socialize them, begin basic training, and simply introduce them to your home. It is also extremely important to practice crate training.This is one of the most effective ways you will introduce your puppy or dog to the new home. The reason this is so efficient [...]
Most puppies chew and it is considered to be a natural and healthy activity for them. They chew during the process of teething, exploratory, chewing, stress management. This is a natural habit, but, can cause an amazing amount of destruction.Leave your puppy untrained and he would scratch deep grooves in to wooden doors and moldings, [...]
Giardiasis is an infection with giardia that happens in dogs. Giardia is a one cell parasite named protozoa. This parasite infects the small intestine in the dog. There are many ways in which a dog can get infected by this parasite.Transmission One of the most popular methods of transmission is through drinking water that has [...]
Counter Conditioning refers to a form of desensitization used by behaviorists to reduce fear of certain people or objects among dogs. Many use counter conditioning with the goal of changing how a dog thinks within the context of certain situations and interactions. The issue with Conditioning based models is that it may not create deep [...]
All types of Siberian Husky dogs have one thing in common in that they can trace their ancestry back to the sled dogs of the Northern Hemisphere. These early sled dogs were also called “Eskimo dogs”. Other descendants of the ancient Eskimo dogs include the Siberian Husky, Samoyed and Alaskan Malamute. All these modern sled [...]
Not much is written about the heroics of early war dogs. Even today’s modern canine soldier is practically invisible to all but those who work with them side by side in the trenches. But war dogs have a colorful and courageous history stretching all the way back to ancient Egypt. Dogs were deployed for service [...]
When you’re looking for a new addition to your family that is loyal and energetic, the Parson Russell Terrier, also known as the Jack Russell Terrier, is the perfect pet to consider. This particular breed of terrier is full of surprises, offering a satisfying bundle of characteristics to explore.When it comes to owning a Parson [...]
Austin is a great town for dog lovers since there are so many attractions and events that are completely dog-friendly. Your four legged friend doesn’t need to feel left out in this town. As long as you follow proper dog etiquette, your pooch will be welcome at any of these restaurants, parks or hotels.What is [...]
As with anything else, when it comes to dog training there is a right way to do things and a wrong way to do things. Far too often, when people are instructing they do the wrong thing as opposed to the right thing. If they are any good results that come from this, it will [...]
Like humans, dogs must be handled with care to ensure they are healthy. While grooming your dog on a regular basis, it will also keep your beloved healthy and in good physical condition. Although it is possible to cover all the basic health services in his or her own, but I recommend you take your [...]