Get A Pet Sitter
By Groshan Fabiola
What should I do if I am leaving town and need a place to keep my dog?If you are going away for a while, it is imperative that your dog is taken care of. Dog day care is something you should Read more...
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Is Your Dog Overweight?
By BJones
Obesity is one of the most prevalent disease affecting dogs today. The frequency of obesity has increased greatly in recent years, due primarily to overeating and lack of exercise. Dogs are not much Read more...
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Pet Insurance – A Good Idea!
By Michael Challiner
Ever thought about taking out insurance to guard against pet theft? It is probably something you think most people have never needed to worried about. But that is quickly starting to Read more...
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Stop Your Dog Barking When You're At Home
By Martin Olliver
When you need to curb your dog’s barking, it can be a real challenge if the only time they do it is when you’re not there. Often, these dogs need a training program that will not only address the barking, but possibly a general case of separation anxiety. However, you’re in luck if they bark in your presence, as you can correct the barking with the right timing, correction, and praise. Dealing with a barking problem when you’re there may also help prevent it from happening when you’re away. There are several methods discussed, which have varying degrees of merit:
* Ignore, wait, and reward method. This is good for attention seekers, but you’ll need some patience, and perhaps a good set of earplugs. The important thing is to reward them immediately after they stop.
* The squirt gun method. I personally don’t enjoy carrying around a gun (how un-American of me!) even if that gun is filled with water. It can be a hassle, and if you’re not a quick enough draw, it diminishes the effect. Note: a mixture of Citronella or water and vinegar solution (one part vinegar to eight parts water) can be more effective than straight water when using this approach. Aim for the chest, not the face.
* The collar and leash method. Effective for dogs on lead that have been trained to respond to a tug and a corrective, “Uh uh” or simple “No.” You may find it easy to suppress barking through the same means. This is a good method.
But here’s the absolute best and quickest:
* Physical correction method. No, it’s not the least bit violent, painful, or inhumane. When your barks, meet them at their level, firmly wrap one or both of your hands around the snout (don’t shake it), and repeat your corrective command. I use a continual “Shhh” or a repeated “Uh uh uh uh.” The idea is to hold on not only until they stop making noise (they obviously can’t bark with their mouth closed) but also until they stop resisting the placement of your hand by jerking back or wriggling away. This method is effective also because it asserts your dominant role in the process.
Because it involves a physical correction, it may not be a favorite option for owners uncomfortable with this sort of
Getting To Know Your Bloodhound
By Daniel Stevens
Getting to know your dog starts by getting to know its breed, and that includes getting a better idea about its appearance, personality, and health requirements. Here's what you need to know about Read more...
Hip Dysphasia
By BJones
Hip dysphasia is a crippling and painful disease seen most often in larger purebred dogs, such as Golden Retrievers, German Shepherd, St.Bernard's, and Labrador Retrievers. The occurrence in German Read more...
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