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Breeding Your Dog: By : Emma Snow For anyone who may balk at the price of good pups nowadays, or who may think to himself, “At those prices I should become a breeder!” let me assure you that breeding does not make millionaires. There are a lot of bad reasons people breed their dogs, but there are only a few good ones. Caring For Your Pets By : rayter Cats and dogs also need proper adoption and care. All you need is to be a responsible pet owner. Right nutrition, proper housing and a little affection. Every little thing we do means a lot to our pets! Feeding Your Dog: The Finicky Eater By : Kevin Nguyen Does your dog act like a picky rock star when it comes to food? Some dogs can be very finicky about their food, and it can be frustrating for the dog owner. They may turn up their nose at certain food or even refuse to eat. Cats have developed a reputation for being finicky but dogs can also be quite choosy at mealtimes. There are a few things that you can do to help your finicky dog be more agreeable at mealtimes. Getting Rid of Fleas and Ticks By : rayter Fleas and ticks are common problems to most pets. No matter how hard you try to keep their proper hygiene, there will still come a time that your pets will be infested by these bugs. Godfather Style Dog Training - How To Make Your Dog An Offer They Can’t Refuse By : Eric Letendre Dog training is a lot like the movie “The Godfather.” In order to get great results, you need to make your dog an offer they can’t refuse. But, instead of using violence and anger, we want to find ways to positively motivate your dog. Good Dogs for Children By : Emma Snow The big day has finally arrived, a new member of the family will be joining your ranks. When you bring the little one home, you want to know you have made the right decision, are they going to fit in well with the other family members, will they be kind to everyone, will they be too rambunctious or too big? Help Your Dog Overcome Fears With This Easy Method By : Jana Ortiz It can disrupt your life when your furry friend is afraid of something. It can lead to unwanted noise, hiding, or marking inside the house. It can also disrupt your recreation if your dog is afraid of something you love, such as boating. Here's how you can soothe your furry friend and help him become a more active part in a life both of you can love. How to Make Sure Your Dog is a Canine Good Citizen By : Kevin Nguyen Every dog owner should strive to ensure that their dog is a good canine citizen. The American Kennel Club even has a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Program which awards you and your dog for being good citizens. The two tenets of good citizenship are socialization and obedience. Dogs that are good citizens are well behaved around other animals and people, are calm when groomed or handled by strangers and know how to obey basic commands. Is Your Dog Ready for Summer? By : Mini Schnauzer Summer is almost here and if you haven't already done so, you should make sure your dog is ready for another season out of doors. Most pet owners spend a good deal of time outside during the Spring and Summer months, taking their pets along to share in the fun, but also exposing them to fleas, ticks, and other animals that can be carriers of rabies and other diseases. Large Dog Beds - How To Choose The Right Bed For Your Big Dog By : ChrisS All dogs deserve a comfortable and warm dog bed. Discover how to select a great large dog bed for your big dog. The Key to Stopping Your Dogs Excessive Barking By : Mini Schnauzer Barking is the dog’s instinctive means of giving a warning and it would be against your interest to discourage it. However, once you have been alerted, your dog should realize that his job is done. So select a word of praise, such as “Good Dog” or “Okay”, or command such as “quiet”, and give your dog a pat to indicate that he must now be still. The Rex Files: Your Dog and the Law By : Emma Snow Every year 5 million dog bite reports are filed. Over $1 billion are paid in losses. Reacting to complaints, city councils are passing ever more ordinances that affect dog ownership. Neighborhood, rental complexes, and home owners associations are including rules for regulating pets within their boundaries. Training Your Dog - Can You Teach an Old Dog New Tricks? By : Mini Schnauzer There are more or less favorable ages for training a dog. Very young puppies are preoccupied with discovering their environment, but they are never too young to learn the basics. In general, puppies under 6 months will benefit greatly from their experiences with their brothers, sisters, and mother. This is when they learn the elementary "social graces". Training Your Dog To Use a Leash and Collar By : Mini Schnauzer There are many different techniques you can use to train your dog, and it is important to find one that works for you and your family in order to have the most loyal and well-behaved pet possible. All successful styles of dog training emphasize the bond between dog and owner, and the basis of a successful training program is earning the dog’s respect. It is fortunate that dogs are innately programmed to submit to a leader, it allows them to follow commands and make training easier. Who Else Wants A Well Trained And Obedient Dog? By : Eric Letendre Dog training really boils down to following a few important steps. Learn how to train your dog by applying proven, useable, easy methods that have been used by thousands of dog owners. Why Training Your Dog Could be the Best Thing You Can Do for Your Pet By : Mini Schnauzer Most dogs enjoy listening and are proud of the knowledge and skills they acquire. Untrained dogs are seldom as happy as trained ones, and lead much less interesting lives. Many dogs also get a sense of security from obedience and discipline, especially the more intelligent ones.

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