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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"

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
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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.
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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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