Understanding the Many Moods of Your Puppy
Filed Under Pets | Posted on April 15, 2008
Explains how to understand a dog’s body language and moods.
Your puppy communicates in more ways than you might think. There is much more to a puppy’s communication skills than just barking or wagging his tail. Your puppy has a variety of ways to express all of his moods. Your puppy can communicate with all parts of his body, and understanding some of what he is trying to say makes for a much happier relationship with your puppy.
House Training Your Puppy
Filed Under Pets | Posted on March 15, 2008
Your puppy has no concept of where and when he should go to the toilet and until he is about six months old he will have none or very limited control over when he goes, nevermind where. A puppy’s gotta do what a puppy’s got to do. Let’s face it a new home and family, possibly an older pet are just to exciting and interesting to him learn about, so all his concentration is spoken for already! It’s up to you to watch
Choosing The Right Size Of Dog
Filed Under Pets | Posted on March 3, 2008
When you are looking to adopt a dog there are many things you must consider. First you must consider if you are a good candidate for a dog. Then you have to look at the type of dog you are interested in. Many of us who are just looking for a loving pet will often go to a pet shop, shelter or other place to find a dog that we love without real regard for the breed. In some cases we are even more interested in the breed as we have been exposed to that type of breed in the past and have found that we love them. When you are looking to introduce a dog into your life you should be conscious of the actual dog breed, the care, and of course the training the dog will need to make them a great pet. In your search for a dog you will find that many dogs are extremely affectionate and need a lot of love and attention. Once you have looked at all aspects of pet care from the type of breed you are interested in you have to look at your home. Dog breeds require a certain amount of space, which means you have to be cognizant of its full grown size. You may see the puppy is a small dog and that it will fit well in your home, but what will it grow up to be?
The Importance Of Socializing Puppies
Filed Under Pets | Posted on February 23, 2008
There are several aspects of training when it comes to owning a dog or a puppy. You of the most important training steps you should undertake is socialization. There are two parts to socialization training: first you have to socialize the dog to be around other pets, second you have to make sure they are friendly around strangers. If you forgo socialization training for your dog you are setting yourself up for a difficult road. Dogs that have not been socialized properly may be aggressive towards strangers and other pets. In most cases around strangers they will be shy and hide in your home. So what does socialization training include?
How To House Train Your Dog - Dog Obedience Training
Filed Under Pets | Posted on February 6, 2008
Are you satisfied with your dog’s behavior? I think almost everyone, who has one has thought how to house train him. Training is not necessarily a difficult process but it is a process, which requires a lot of patience from your side. This article will tell you some basics of dog training. Dog training is my passion and I want to share it with as many people as possible.
Obedience
Introducing A New Pet
Filed Under Pets | Posted on January 25, 2008
It is easier to get two young animals to live in harmony as they will grow up together, however with a bit of time and patience (it may take up to 6-7 weeks) a young kitten or puppy can be introduced to an older pet.
Your old pet should be exposed to as many new situations, visitors and pets as possible. This will help them to adapt to any new pets in the house.
If you are getting your new pet from a shelter then you should ask the staff about its behaviour towards other animals; does it have a history of aggression toward other animals?