A Pet’s Ten Commandments

by Bo's Mom on May 18, 2012

in Doggy Fun

Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful experience without God’s critters.

Pet's 10 Commandments

1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.

2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.

3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.

4. Don’t be angry with me for long and don’t lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you.

5. Talk to me. Even if I don’t understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.

7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you.

8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I’m not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.

9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.

10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me, please. Never say you can’t bear to watch. Don’t make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.

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Now please pass this on to other pet owners. We do not have to wait for Heaven to be surrounded by hope, love, and joyfulness. It is here on earth and has four legs!

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Dog Health InsuranceDog insurance has been available to the public for some time now. However, in the past, the options and coverage that you could get for your beloved pet were very limited. It is only now that things are starting to improve. In recent years, more and more companies have been joining the competition and are now offering bigger and better options for dog owners. They are starting to fill the void of not having the needed insurance for your pet. They are offering better packages that fit your needs, as well as your budget, which is always an important factor.

However, with all the companies that are offering dog insurance nowadays, and with all the packages, options, and features that they have to offer, how do you know that you are getting the right policy? What are the things that you need to consider before obligating yourself to any kind of deal? If these questions are running through your mind, then keep reading. Listed here are some of the most important factors that can affect your decision. [click to continue…]

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Halloween Costumes for Dogs are Hot This Year!

by Another Dog Lover on May 17, 2012

in Dog Clothes

Halloween Costumes for DogsOne of the best-loved traditions in America is dressing up in costumes, particularly for Halloween. Theme parties are another chance to dress up and since they can be held year-round, there’s no waiting for a certain holiday. Just choose a theme and throw a party— perhaps even as a fund-raiser for charity or as a grand opening for a new business. Or for no reason at all other than to get friends and family together.

But when you do, don’t leave the furry family members out of the fun. Choose costumes for dogs that are easy clean and easy care and they’ll provide years of laughs.

Some dogs are really easy to dress up, especially if they are already accustomed to wearing doggie sweaters or winter gear like boots. Some pooches just seem to really like Halloween costumes for dogs, probably because of all the attention and treats they get because they look so cute! Although you can just take a dog sweater you already have and add to it to make a costume— angel wings, spider legs, giraffe spots, or tiger stripes— the costumes you can buy online are adorable, unique, inexpensive, and make people laugh! [click to continue…]

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Clicker Training for DogsIf you have a puppy, then you have felt the love, fun, and excitement that puppies bring to their owners.  You have also probably felt the frustration of a chewed couch pillow or a “surprise” in the corner of your living room.

Puppies need training and the best way to do that is not by hitting, locking them outside, or yelling.  Puppies are sensitive and smart and need special care and patience to learn the right and wrong things to do.  Clicker training will help keep your puppy on the right track and will allow him to love you without fear of punishment.

What is Clicker Training?

Clicker training was born from the theory that dogs react better to positive reinforcement than negative reinforcement.  Just like humans, dogs like to be congratulated for doing good deeds while fearing punishments from accidents made out of ignorance. [click to continue…]

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Dog Leash Training

There are several different methods of proper dog training, and finding the one that works best for you is important. You want a dog that is a well-behaved, loyal, and faithful member of the family. All successful methods of dog training work to strengthen the relationship between dog and handler, and the basis of any successful training program is getting the respect of the dog. Luckily, dogs are wired by nature to seek out leaders, and to follow the direction of those leaders.

This post focuses on one of the most popular methods of dog training – the so called leash/collar style of training. Other posts will look at another popular style of training dogs, often called reward training or positive reinforcement.

Both leash/collar training and reward training have been around for many years, and they have proven their effectiveness over time. The type of training that works best will vary from dog to dog, and from breed to breed. It is important to keep in mind that each dog breed has its own distinct qualities, reinforced by hundreds of years of selective breeding. [click to continue…]

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Dog training – the Basic Commands

by Bo's Mom on May 15, 2012

in Dog Training

Dog Obedience TraingingThere are of course many reasons for owners to want a calm, obedient and faithful dog.  For one thing, obedient and trained dogs are happier dogs, less likely to get into tussles with people or with other dogs.  Another reason is that many communities require that the dogs living in their neighborhoods be well trained.  This is especially true for many breeds thought to have aggression and behavior problems – dog breeds like pit bulls and rottweilers for instance.

And of course, training your dog well will also make he or she a much better family companion, especially in households where there are young children.  Many studies have shown that proper dog training makes a big impact when it comes to cutting down the number of dog bites and other behavior problems encountered by dog owning households. [click to continue…]

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How Smart Is Your Dog?

May 12, 2012

 I recently read an interesting article about dog intelligence. I wish I could find the article, so I could give credit to the writer, but I can’t. This is what I remember from the article. The average dog has the intelligence, and the vocabulary, of an average 2 year old human child. That means they [...]

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Understanding Inner Strength

May 8, 2012

Signs of Inner Strength. If you can start the day without caffeine, If you can always be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains, If you can resist complaining and boring people with your troubles…

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Doggie Digestive Problems

April 28, 2012

Although many pets do well on one eating daily, the dog is among the species at risk for torsion, an often fatal, always dangerous digestive problem that occurs principally in deep-chested animals.

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Animal Hospitals For Regular Pet Care

April 13, 2012

Before you decide to take your pet to a particular animal hospital, it’s always a good idea to look into various things

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