November 2, 2009
All pets, including cats, dogs, birds and fish, can become stressed; exhibiting a wide range of behaviors. Read information to help you determine if your pet is stressed.
November 2, 2009
Puppies don't understand why they should pee outside rather than on your expensive rug. Learn to recognize the signs of your puppy needing to head outside.
November 2, 2009
Puppies are not only adorable, they are a lot of work. Read this article to help you think through if you are ready for a puppy or if your family should wait.
October 30, 2009
Cats and dogs both make great pets, but they can certainly be a handful, especially if you're having trouble training them. Use these steps to keep your pets off of your furniture.
October 30, 2009
Having pets in the home while your children are growing up can be a wonderful experience. However, you still need to be careful. Use these tips to keep your kids safe when pets...
October 30, 2009
No matter your dog's age or how well trained he is, there is always a chance that he may pick up the bad habit of peeing on furniture. Here's how to keep male dogs from peeing...
October 30, 2009
Dealing with pet stains can be a very tricky problem, as they are notoriously difficult to remove. Use this article for some helpful tips to help you remove pet stains on leather...
October 30, 2009
Here's how to prevent your dog from chasing you cat.
October 28, 2009
Drinking too fast is not good for a dog's health. This article will give you some suggestions to help your dog drink his water more slowly.
October 25, 2009
It is important to be able to keep you dog calm and happy; dogs in general have high energy levels that may seem abnormal to humans.
October 24, 2009
It can be very dangerous when your dog rushes out the door whenever it's opened. Follow these tips to break this bad habit and keep your dog safely inside.
October 24, 2009
It is up to the responsible pet owner to provide their dog with the things he needs to have a healthy and happy lifetime. Learn more about keeping your dog happy.
October 24, 2009
Learn precautions to keep your dog safe on nighttime walks at any time of year.
October 23, 2009
Learn how to add a new dog to your pack by understanding the hierarchy and how it plays an important roll in the initial interaction time of the dogs in the pack.
October 22, 2009
Bringing a new puppy home should be a time to celebrate, but if you've got other dogs in residence, there's always at least a little anxiety and trepidation involved.
October 21, 2009
There wouldn't be a reason for the expression, “fighting like cats and dogs” unless cats and dogs really did fight. Here's how to stop your cats and dogs from fighting.
October 21, 2009
Too often people bring dogs into their home without enough thought on how they will fit into their lives. This step by step guide will help you through the process of choosing...
October 20, 2009
For your favorite dog, man’s best friend, clicker training is actually possible.
October 14, 2009
If you're thinking about getting another dog, use these tips to learn how to introduce new dogs to your current pack.
August 7, 2009
Dog parks are becoming more common, providing contained space for dogs to run, play, interact and burn off energy. Learn how to find the best dog park for your pooch.
August 7, 2009
Weave poles are extremely common obstacles in agility competitions. Read step-by-step directions for making your own dog agility course.
June 28, 2009
Follow these tips to train a dog for his or her first show.
June 26, 2009
Dog bite statistics in the United States are staggering. Learn how to safely approach a strange dog.
June 26, 2009
Running together is fun for both you and your dog. Learn some simple tips to make the experience safe for both of you.
June 26, 2009
There are several ways that dog owners can go about keeping their dogs from chewing electrical cords.
June 25, 2009
Chewing can be a very destructive habit and the reason that many otherwise well-behaved dogs find themselves in shelters every year.
June 25, 2009
Observe your dog objectively and figure out why it's digging up the lawn, do some research, and plan the best course of action for your situation.
June 25, 2009
This article will outline the basic steps needed to teach your dog to heel and walk beside you, making exercise an enjoyable experience for both you and the dog.
June 25, 2009
Watching a dog chase his or her tail can be funny, but if it seems like Fido is doing it all the time, you need to take steps to stop the behavior before it becomes obsessive.
June 25, 2009
To teach your dog to bow, you must first teach him to stand on command. Raise the dog to all fours and lavish him with praise. Relate his standing posture to a word.
May 22, 2009
Sure, your dog can do the boring tricks like ‘roll over' and ‘fetch'. But can your pooch pick up after you? A great trick to teach your dog is to pick items up off the floor....
May 12, 2009
Choosing a service animal can entail a long-term partnership and commitment, so be careful and choose wisely. Here are some tips on how to get a service animal.
May 8, 2009
Adding new pets can be difficult, as your resident pets get used to the newcomer. This is especially true when you are adding a new dog to a household of cats.
May 8, 2009
Clicker training is a safe and effective method to train your dog, which uses a small tool that makes a clicking sound when pressed.
May 8, 2009
It is very possible to teach your dog to bark, speak, or be quiet. No dog owner should want their dog to stop barking completely; instead, the goal should be control.
April 24, 2009
It’s not practical to replace the carpet every time your dog nibbles on it, nor is it a good option to replace the dog. Here are some simple solutions.
April 24, 2009
When you’re training your dog, the goal should be not only to encourage good behaviors, but also to eliminate bad habits. One of these is begging at the dinner table.
April 23, 2009
Dogs not only serve as guards for your house nowadays, some have become full-service animals. Learn the application process to own a seeing eye dog.
April 23, 2009
Seeing eye dogs can be trained as the next best thing to natural sight; their loyalty and helpfulness makes the world a much easier place for their blind or visually impaired owners.
April 14, 2009
Ways to stop dogs from eating kitty litter and the deposits left within.
April 11, 2009
The dog is probably one of the most popular animals people consider as pets. We rear them from adorable little puppies to an outstanding member of our family who protects us and...
April 10, 2009
You cannot train a dog that does not focus well on you. That is the reason why eye contact is a special training that you need to spend some time so that you can eventually make...
April 10, 2009
Companion animals can not only give you emotional comfort but can also help you to do certain tasks or routines. Having a pet in your home has a relaxing effect but it could cause...
April 2, 2009
It doesn't matter if you are leash training a puppy or an adult dog; you first want to make sure your dog is comfortable wearing a collar. The ideal collar to start leash training...
March 19, 2009
Sit! Stay! Beg!
Dogs aren't born knowing what we want them to do. But they can learn. As many dog owners know, animals behave best if they get some training.
March 19, 2009
You've brought your perfect puppy home, and you've stocked up on puppy food, treats, and squeaky toys. You've read everything you can find about house training. But if you want...
March 19, 2009
No dog is a hopeless case – not even yours. It's just a communication problem between you and your dog. Being a dog in a world of humans is like having to live in a foreign...
March 19, 2009
Bringing a dog into your life can bring you and/or your family great joy. However, along with your dog's basic care needs obedience training is an important aspect in ensuring...
March 19, 2009
Deciding whether or not dog training is right for your dog is a question that most pet owners need to consider when raising their dog. It is not right for all dogs and owners,...
March 19, 2009
Is your dog barking non-stop, chewing your things and digging holes in your yard? Understand dog behavior to get your dog to stop doing these things. Your dog is doing these behaviors...
