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Garmin Astro GPS Dog Tracking System
If you are a bird hunter the GPS age has arrived with the new Gamin Astro 220 GPS dog tracking collar. Once the unit picks up the VHF and GPS signals it begins to tell you where your dog is on the compass page. This page displays a compass rose that show the direction and distance to your dog.
Recipes For Dogs, Your Best Friend and Protege
The stress level is high, competition is tough, and people have their own agendas and goals. The happy-go-lucky fellow companion is hard to find. Unless one considers the dog.
Dog Training Methods
Dogs and puppies start out very cute and in their owner's mind, they can do no wrong. But soon the honeymoon stage is over and a particular behavior of man's best friend makes them not so cute anymore. Problems with canines can range from separation anxiety, fence jumping, digging and exc
Does Your Dog Need a Winter Coat?
You may be doing your dog a disservice if you think that people who buy their dog a coat are over-indulgent and silly. But dogs are descended from wolves aren't they? It's needless pampering to imagine they need extra layers and cold weather coddling, isn't it? Today's breeds of
Dog Beds - The Solution to Never Having to Share Your Sleeping Space With Your Pet Again
Have you not had a good night's sleep for awhile because your dog has decided to make your bed his personal resting area. Well, if you are sick of sharing, just turn to lovely dog beds to solve your problem.
3 Raw Dog Food Recipes For the Loyal Dog
Problems in thinking of a way to introduce your dog to raw food? Try these simple recipes for a healthier pooch.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Puppy And Dog Information
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is not an apartment dog. She needs plenty of room to exercise and having a body of water available for work and play is appreciated by her. She is a strong dog with a mind of her own so an experienced owner is a must.
Anti-Flatulence Medication for Dogs
Flatulence, or gas released as a result of the digestive process, can make a dog an unpleasant and odorous companion. All dogs have flatulence to some degree. Excessive, unusually foul-smelling gas, or gas accompanied by diarrhea and abdominal pain, can be treated with anti-flatulence medication.
Pet Heart & Circulation Health
Pets don't suffer from heart attacks as people do, but they can develop serious heart problems that mimic human heart conditions. Most heart problems can be detected during a simple exam, but if your pet seems to tire more easily or seems generally unhealthy, visit your veterinarian.
Training a Deaf Dog
Do you have a deaf dog and wish you knew the key points to training it? When working with a hearing impaired canine it is important to follow certain steps in order to have success: 1) Be patient! Granted, this may sound like a no-brainer but the truth is that training a deaf dog can sometimes be fr
How to Cut the Toe Nails on a Stubborn Dog
Puppies should have their nails trimmed weekly when nursing. Their tiny nails are soft but can still scratch and irritate the mother's skin. As they grow, puppies continue to need regular trimming to learn to accept it calmly. A dog that was not taught early on to accept toenail cutting may be stubb
Yorkie Potty Training Made Easy
Yorkie potty training does not have to be difficult. If you follow the steps that I have outlined for you here in a couple weeks time you will realize that I was right.
Train Your Pet: Basic Dog Training Principles
Learn the crucial principles of training, so you can teach your dog what I call "foundation level" off-leash training, and, very importantly, teach this type of training whenever possible before you start on-leash work. Will this be easier to teach if you've just obtained a puppy? Yes
Potty Training the Yorkshire Terrier
Do you need help potty training your Yorkshire Terrier? We have some helpful tips for making life better for you and your Yorkie. I have over 8 years of raising and training Yorkshire Terriers.
Diabetic Pets
When there is inadequate production of insulin in the pancreas of the human body, or the body cells fail to respond to insulin production, the dreaded symptoms of diabetes take form. Our pets suffer the same complications and it becomes necessary to provide extra attention and care when these sympto
How to Deal With Dog Growling
It is no surprise that people are distraught and perplexed when their otherwise lovely dogs behave in ways they deem egregious, specifically when they growl at or bite people. A gentleman with a 3 year-old Jack Russell Terrier, Lido, contacted me regarding his dog's tendency to growl at him. He
Why You Should Play Games With Your Dog
Dogs are very nice and social animals. They like being in the center of attention and give all their love to their master. Yet, they need to receive the same affection and care back. In order to show your furry friend how much you love him and care about him you should dedicate some time only for hi
Dog Health Problems You Must Be Aware Of
If you are a dog owner, you should be aware of the common health issues which can effect your beloved pet. Obviously, your veterinarian should be the main source of advice and knowledge when it comes to your dog's care and any potential problems, but that doesn't eliminate your responsibil
Stop Aggressive Dog Behavior In 3 Easy Steps
Dog aggression is not always what it seems. Fear can be a primary cause for bad temper or aggressive behavior in dogs as well as a lack of proper training and control. Teaching your dog to react in a non-aggressive way may seem like an impossible task but with proper training techniques and a little
How to Properly Raise a Blue Nose Pitbull
Blue nose pit bulls are a handsome color variation of the American pit bull terrier, with charcoal gray noses, blue eyes and blue-gray coats. Just as with any pit bull, it is important to raise your dog with consistency, patience, love and leadership. This breed grows into a large and energetic dog,