Dogs and Dog Training

There is instant affection. There is not the slightest hint of criticism. And it is becoming trendy. - Dogs are adding another skill to their long resume. They are helping children to develop their reading skills:
“… The philosophy is simple. Children who are just learning to read often feel [...]

Most dog owners would like to limit the number of visits to the veterinarian to once a year. The annual visit is for the dog’s vaccinations and for the veterinarian to give the dog a standard examination. Additional visits prove to be expensive and may not be one of the dog’s favorite outings.
There [...]

Parts of the country are moving through record-breaking high temperatures. The heat is also a concern for your dog. You want to check that the dog is not dehydrated and have water readily available for your pet.
There is also several ways to give the dog a ice cold treat. This is a [...]

There are some air carriers, like Air Canada, that are no longer taking pets in the baggage compartment. Air Canada set this pet policy in June of 2007. JetBlue, however, is welcoming pets with JetPaws, a pet travel program:
“…”With more than 80,000 pets traveling on JetBlue each year, the JetPaws program is designed [...]

Many dogs enjoy playing with their squeaky toys. These are the toys that make a sound when squeezed or gnawed. Dogs seem fascinated with the sounds and being able to chew these toys.
Nevertheless, dog owners should be aware of a danger.
In order for the toy to make the noise, usually there is a [...]

It is tradition. For many people in the United Kingdom, the Crufts dog show is ‘must viewing’. Unfortunately, the BBC will no longer be broadcasting the show next year:
“…The Kennel Club, which runs Crufts, said the decision followed “disputes” over the inclusion of certain breeds of pedigree dog in the competition.
The club [...]

There are times when one should never use the dog’s name. If you are angry and/or reprimanding the dog, avoid saying the dog’s name. Your dog is bright. The dog knows to whom you are addressing your comments.
There is a reason for not using the dog’s name when the situation [...]

The future dog owner is at a decided disadvantage when selecting a puppy. All the puppies in the litter are cute. They are round and each one in the litter is appealing. There are chapters devoted in dog books about what one should look for when picking out that future member of [...]

For a multitude of reasons, a dog owner may come to the conclusion that it is a mismatch between the family and the dog. In these troubling economic times, the expense of having a dog may be prohibitive. People try to resolve this problem in numerous way - and some are disastrous.
Some people [...]

Reputable breeders do not sell through retail outlets. It would be unthinkable for a breeder to treat puppies like shelf merchandise. Breeders care about where their puppies go and whether it is to a good home. The retail merchants will care whether the transaction is accepted by your credit card company.
It is [...]