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• Spite Isn’t A Dog Thing – Separation Anxiety Is  By : Steve Rankin
  If your dog misbehaves when you're not home, it's not being spiteful or angry. She may be telling you she's insecure and suffering from separation anxiety. Crate training may provide peace of mind for both of you.
• A New Cure For Separation Anxiety  By : Steve Rankin
  From the Peoria Humane Society website: Melatonin the Marvelous! Amazingly, an effective treatment for thunderstorm and noise phobias may be an over-the-counter hormone used by humans to prevent insomnia. Melatonin, which is produced by the pineal gland, sets the body's internal clock in response to exposure to light. The body creates melatonin only in total darkness
• Give Your Dog the Right Kind of Treats  By : Vanessa Lea
  What kind of treat is right for your dog? Finding and giving the right kinds of treats for your dog is a personal choice...for your dog that is. If it were up to him, he'd eat all of your leftovers but in reality, people food isn't always the right choice. This article will guide you on giving your dog the healthiest treats possible.
• How To Trim Your Dog's Nails  By : Vanessa Lea
  Do you have trouble cutting your dog's nails? This article will give you some tips on how you can trim your dogs nails without fear or anxiety.
• How You Can Successfully Houstrain Your Dog  By : Steve Rankin
  Widely recognized as the most popular and effective way to housetrain puppies the crate method utilizes your dog’s natural instincts. Dogs are naturally clean animals and will not by nature relieve themselves in the area where they sleep.
• Teaching Your Puppy to Accept His Collar and Leash  By : Steve Rankin
  Learning to walk on a collar and leash is the basis of all further training for every puppy. Until the puppy has learned to accept the collar and leash, it will be impossible to perform any additional training. Determining the proper length of the collar is relatively easy. Simply
• Here's How To Potty Train Your Puppy  By : Steve Rankin
  Oh, isn’t she just the cutest thing you have ever seen? That brand new little puppy you received as a Christmas present is the best gift you have ever received. You are so excited and you just can’t wait to…Wait a minute! What’s that smell? You have got to be kidding me! And so it begins. A lot of new owners find that puppy house training is one of the most frustrating things they face. House training your puppy DOES take a little work, but it doesn’t have to be frustrating
• The Five Things You Must Do To Housebreak Any Dog In A Hurry  By : Steve Rankin
  1. Correct the dog any time he has an accident in the house. Keep him confined to either a crate, or a dog run outside when you can't supervise him. 2. Praise the dog anytime he eliminates outside. 3. Establish a specific spot, and a command you repeat (such as "Get busy!") while you're waiting for him to eliminate outside. 4. Set up a rigorous feeding and watering schedule, and take him out immediately after he does both. 5. Use an odor neutralizer, such as a pro
• Three Very Valuable Crate Training Tips I Applied To Crate Train My Own Fido In A Matter Of Days!  By : Tom Apple
  If you're hunting for crate training tips here is the right place to be. In this posting I've laid out the best crate training tips I know as well as discussed the key reason why they play an essential role in crate training pups.
• Importance of Socializing Your Boxer  By : Roxane Evans
  For a small puppy, everything is new and can be scary so it is your responsibility to assist him in understanding it. Socializing your boxer is the best way to condition him for all the new things he will come in contact throughout his lifetime.
• Who Else Wants A Well Trained Puppy  By : Steve Rankin
  Here are a few things that a lot of people just don't think of when it comes to raising their dog. However how many times have you heard someone say "My dog just won't listen to me", or "He just won't behave!" for example dogs do not understand English until we teach them. The th...
• Four Most Common Puppy Problems And The way to Fight Them Effectively!  By : Tom Apple
  Teaching a young doggie may perhaps seem like a challenging process, specifically when it turns out that your new pup isn't as lovely as you reckoned (for example: relieves himself on the floor covering, consumes his own stools etc.). There is a selection of well-known puppy problems like woofing, biting or whining that you might have to deal with whilst training your puppy. In this particular article I am going to point out
• Pembroke Welsh Corgis  By : David Beart
  They are small in stature but big in heart Developed to work on farms the Pembroke Welsh Corgi retains their herding instincts but can do more than herd
• Shetland Sheepdogs  By : David Beart
  A Shetland sheepdog is not a “mini-collie” but a distinct separate breed that actually has roots in the Border collie A native of the Shetland Isles in far northern range of Scotland he was a dog developed to help on crofts, or small farms, where there wasn’t much food to be had
• German Shorthaired Pointers  By : David Beart
  The German Shorthaired Pointer was developed as a hunting dog and today he still excels in that capacity This is a breed that is more than just a hunter, but those wanting “just a pet” would do well to remember their hunting heritage
• Maltese  By : David Beart
  The Maltese is seen as a ball of hair Glamorous, difficult and dainty
• History and Origin of Miniature Schnauzers  By : David H. Urmann
  The Miniature Schnauzer is an affectionate, small robust with squarely proportioned shape It is believed that the German Terrier, Wolfspitz, and black Poodle are the dog breeds that possibly have took part in the first evolution of the Miniature Schnauzer
• Breed Exercise Requirements  By : Michael Bianco
  Dogs come in a variety of shapes and sizes and then there are the breeds. It is important to consider the dogs breed because a lot depends on that. Everything from the type of food they eat, amount of food, diseases, behaviour, grooming and much more varies from one breed to another.
• The Best Dog Breeds for Children 2.0  By : Gerry Ronson
  Dogs can be great for children, but sometimes there are a few things you have to consider before bring certain dog breeds into your home with small children. Many different aspects of dog ownership are discussed in this article, as well as an in-depth guide into their temperaments.
• 10 Greatest Dog Training Tips of All Time  By : Roberto Bell
  The following article is about the top 10 greatest dog training tips.
• Is Your Yorkshire Terrier Obsessed?  By : Nicholas Hunt
  Yorkshire terriers are a delightfully quirky breed of dog. However, some of the quirkiness can be masking health problems so it pays to know the reasons behind your dog's sometimes strange behavior.
• Puppy Jumping And How To Prevent It  By : Kent Smithson
  You might not know it but letting your puppy jump when greeting you will likely have bad ramifications later when outsiders visit. Learn some ways to prevent your puppy from jumping in the future.
• Training Your Puppy to Fetch and Come  By : Kent Smithson
  There will be a few basic commands dog owners want to teach in their puppy from the start. Two of those commands will be the commands for your dog to come and fetch.
• Some Tips When Considering a Puppy  By : Roberto Bell
  A puppy can grow to be your best friend and a dedicated companion. However, it is important to understand what you are getting into before going out and purchasing a dog from a breeder.
• What to Do for Your Dog When It’s Hot  By : Gerry Ronson
  When it’s hot dogs can be in danger of dehydration, overheating, and dying. You need to take care of your dog when it is hot outside whether you are just going for a work or taking the dog along in the car.
• Your New Dog  By : Miss Debra Rae
  So you have a new dog or you’re getting one soon Whether it’s a puppy, an adult or somewhere in between you’ll need supplies
• The Importance of Training Your Dog  By : Gerry Ronson
  Dog training can be the difference between house trained and non- house trained. Dogs like other animals have to be trained in order for them to behave properly.
• Saint Bernard: Characteristics, Care and Training  By : Gerry Ronson
  The Saint Bernard is a very large dog that has often been used as a working dog. You will find they are loyal and friendly as you read the following information.
• Knowing Your Dogs Breed  By : Gerry Ronson
  There are a lot of mutts in the world, but you will find most dogs have a specific overall breed that they take after. The following is a discussion of how to determine the breed.
• Helping with Dog Care Costs  By : Gerry Ronson
  There are now companies that will sell dog insurance to help you with your dog care costs. They provide coverage for accidents and illnesses for up to 80% of the expenses.
• Choosing a Dog  By : George Lass
  Choosing a dog can be an easy process when you know what breed of dog you would like to have. There are certain things to consider when you do go looking for a dog, such as temperament, care, training, and character.
• Caring for an Abused Dog  By : George Lass
  Abused dogs take a little more care than a regular dog. They require time to get to know new owners, as well as adjust to a loving home.
• All About The Affenpinscher Dog Breed  By : George Lass
  The following is all you need to know about the Affenpinscher Dog Breed to add a new member to your family. You will learn about the breed in general and some care and training required for the breed.
• Natural Treatments For Dog Itching And Cat Bladder Infections  By : Dr. Andrew Jones, DVM
  A very common problem I see on a regular basis is dog itching. There are many reasons why dogs itch, and in this article I discuss a few reasons and offer some simple, natural solutions for an itching dog. As well, I'll briefly cover cat bladder infections and problems, and what you can do about them.