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The Importance of Puppy Socialization
From the very start, a puppy learns important lessons through his experience of the world around him. Even in the first few weeks as he snuggles with his dam, wrestles with his littermates, and is handled by his breeder each day, the personality traits and social skills that he will have all his life are beginning to form.

As the weeks go by, exposure to a variety of experiences is crucial to his becoming a well-rounded adult. Studies have shown that a puppy's experiences in the first three months of life strongly influence what kind of companion he will grow to be and how he will react to the world. Will he shy away from children? Will he be afraid of people in hats? Will he be aggressive toward other dogs? Or will he be easygoing and adaptable in a variety of situations?
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"The man who rears a dog must complete what the breeder began..." Max v. Stephanitz; Father of the German Shepherd Dog

        Dealing Dogs Documentary
An animal rights outfit, Last Chance for Animals, outraged that 42,000 dogs are sold to vet schools and research labs by vile kennel keepers, sets out on one of the most notorious: Martin Creek Kennel in Arkansas. It sent in investigator "Pete" with a hidden camera for six months. He worked for the owners and collected his sickening images
and commentated on the atrocities as he went.  Many of the dogs that ended up at this kennel had been stolen from their
backyards and sold.

 
 

 
"Fun at the Beach"

"Fun at Work"

"Fun just hanging out"
 


How to Protect your Pet from Heat Stroke

 

BLOAT


This is a real combination of symptoms that spells out EMERGENCY. These are the classic symptoms of a condition referred to as "bloat" - a dog that is pacing, restless and has unproductive attempts to vomit.

This is a common problem in large breed deep-chested dogs but can also occur in smaller dogs.

Basically what happens is this - the stomach twists causing the blood supply to the stomach to be compromised then leads to tissue death. As tissues are damaged, toxins are released and a sequence of events occurs that if left untreated, leads to death.

If you ever notice these symptoms in your dog, call your local veterinarian or emergency clinic as soon as possible.

This is a condition that is fairly common and often occurs in the evening or nighttime hours. It is also a very expensive condition to treat.  READ MORE...

 
            GOT FLEAS?
Place a white baking dish half full of water with a couple drops of Lemon Joy dishwashing liquid in the center of the room with a small lamp next to it.  Turn off all other lights and go to bed.  When you wake up in the morning all the fleas will be in the baking dish! For a bad infestation treat each room twice.
 

Dealing with Excessive Barking

The first step to stopping barking is to understand why it is happening. Dogs bark for all kinds of reasons, including anxiety, boredom and/or loneliness. Sometimes they bark just because it feels good.  Luckily, most dogs will respond to one or other intervention to curtail their barking. Whether you simply bring an outdoor dog inside or take the time to apply behavior-modification techniques, you can cause a dog to be less of a nuisance and to be more socially acceptable.


Removing Skunk Odor

No need for the tomato juice. Use a mixture of 10 parts hydrogen peroxide to 1 part baking soda. Add a dash of degreasing dishwashing soap and pour into a spray bottle. Spray liberally over dry coat and allow to air dry. Avoid eyes. Works on other objects, too!


 

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STOP DOGS FROM DIGGING;  CREATIVE METHODS FOR ELIMINATING THE PROBLEM

By:-Ed Jamison
Understanding why they are doing it is the first step to find ways to stop dog digging. There are several different reasons that this could be occurring. Learn proven stop dog from digging techniques.
 

 

You must first understand why your dog is digging up your backyard in order to control this destructive habit. It could a few things that could be behind this reason.

It's a possibility that your dog is trying to bury something or has already buried something. Is it possible that your dog is a terrier breed that digs instinctively? It's also possible that they are feeling too warm and they are seeking out a place to cool off and lie down. You can have a better idea of stopping it, when you can find the reason behind it.

One of the main reasons that dogs dig are because they are bored. Is your dog primarily left outdoors? If that is the case, then boredom may very well be the reason for their digging. For instance, consider what a youngster would get into if they were simply left outdoors. Many children would find ways to keep occupied, such as digging and playing in the mud.

Dogs are very similar in this regard. The feeling of moist, fragrant dirt on their paws is something every dog enjoys. It is a fun thing that keeps them occupied. In order to stop dog digging, it is necessary to provide them with something to occupy their time with.

Some breeds like to dig more than others, and if you have one of these breeds you may have a tougher time to change them. For breeds of dogs that dig instinctively, rather than getting them to stop dog digging altogether, perhaps you should provide them with a specified area where they are allowed to dig.

Section off an digging area can also help to control digging instead of trying to stop it. You can still permit your dog to do what it does, without your garden becoming ruined!

In order to stop digging, what you need to do is give your dog many opportunities in which to get exercise. Provide your dogs with a specified area where they are allowed to dig, keep them busy, and make sure they are getting plenty of human interaction.

When you can not spend time with your dog, you can purchase boredom buster toys. This could take some time, but with a little patience and the tricks mentioned here, in a short amount of time you can stop dog digging at your house.

Dog leash training, teaching your dog to obey your instructions and learning how to correct undesirable dog behavior are all necessary elements of learning to be a responsible dog owner. For more stop dog from digging tips, go to WWW.StopDogFromDigging.com


 

 

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