Tag: Dogs
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Breeding Dogs
There is nothing more appealing than the idea of being surrounded by puppies all day. Getting to nurture a pregnant dog, caring for newborns, all while making money in the process seems almost too good to be true. However, though it is rewarding work, dog breeding is a taxing labor of love. There are expenses,…
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Facts About Beagles
The Beagle is one of America’s most beloved breeds. Large enough to be substantial family dogs that won’t get underfoot, but small enough to live comfortably in any environment. Brush up on some facts about these winsome dogs. This breed has descended from the small scent-hounds in Ancient Greece, who would track and hunt hares.…
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Training Your Dog to Use a Potty Pad
Apartment dwellers, people who own small dogs, and pet-owners with demanding work schedules all benefit from providing their pup with an indoor relief option. Having a designated “potty pad” or a “pee-pee patch” of grass in on the porch or balcony can be a very helpful tool if the dog is correctly trained on how…
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Do Biting Dogs Deserve a Second Chance?
The above question is a controversial one. Some people believe the moment a dog bites a human, trust is broken and keeping them around isn’t worth the risk, or that the offending dog immediately deserves to be put down. Others believe that there may be triggers and instinctive tendencies which cause a dog to bite,…
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What To Do If Your Dog Bites Someone
Most pet owners assume their dogs are darling little angels that wouldn’t hurt a fly, and for the majority of canine companions that may be true. If the dog were to snap at someone, many would assume the aggression would be exercised in defending their owner, or if the pet was suddenly approached, startled or…
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The Problem of Pet Obesity
Like many of their owners, domestic cats and dogs in America are growing ever larger. From feeding pets table scraps, giving too many treats, overfeeding, and failing to provide pets with sufficient exercise and activities, the health of dogs and cats is dramatically suffering. Here is a quick look at why pet obesity has been…
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Potty Pads for Dogs
Housebreaking and potty-training are two of the most challenging aspects of working with pets. Setting up boundaries, teaching pets to obey commands, to restrain themselves and eliminate when necessary… these things take time and patience to establish. It can be especially difficult if the pet owner works long days and can’t get home to let…
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Good Reasons to Crate Train a Dog
Many people acknowledge the virtues of using a crate to help house break a dog, but there are those who view it as more of an abusive prison cell rather than a positive element of a dog’s existence. This is unfortunately a false perception. Here are a few good reasons why choosing to crate train…
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Recognizing Animal Abuse
You’ve passed your neighbor and his German Shorthair Pointer a few times around the block, and something just doesn’t feel right. Maybe the person takes a very rough hand with the pup, or maybe there is even physical evidence of negligence in health care, or fear and anxiety in the pet. Unfortunately, animal abuse is…
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Puppy Mills
Most of us have heard the term “puppy mill” without really being certain of what that means, or why they connote such negatively. Here is a basic summary of what puppy mills are, what risks they pose, and why prospective pet owners should never purchase a puppy mill pet. What Constitutes a “Puppy Mill?” First…