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Stop your dog from opening doors
If your dog is opening doors at will, you have a problem that can range from nuisance to life-threatening. Fortunately you can prevent your dog from opening doors quickly and economically. Door Handles Lever style and bar handles provide the … Continue reading
How Dogs Learn Right from Wrong
Your dog learns to differentiate between right and wrong behaviors the moment he comes into your home and you have the power to help your dog choose acceptable behaviors. High reward equals high motivation Let’s pretend that your boss just asked you to … Continue reading
Treadmill Exercise for Dogs
Did you know that treadmill exercise for dogs can benefit their health and behavior? And the best part is that they generally get completely hooked on the exercise and start begging for the activity. My dog goes to the treadmill … Continue reading
Choosing a Quality Dog Food
Choosing a quality dog food will ensure that your pet is getting the proper nutrition. If you had 5 cups of coffee and a dozen donuts for your daily meal, would you feel a bit off-balance? If you ate this every … Continue reading
Do You have a Stubborn Dog?
Do you have a stubborn dog? Winston Churchill said, “The nose of the bulldog has been purposely slanted backwards so that he can breathe without letting go.” Many a dog trainer has borrowed this quote, as it defines the characteristics of … Continue reading
Dog Microchips: Pros & Cons
Dog microchips are a popular identification choice for pet owners. They are permanent, relatively low in cost and can help reunite you with your pet if he becomes lost. The most important thing to know is that having one implanted … Continue reading
Dog diseases that humans can get
Dog diseases that humans can get through transmission from animals are called Zoonotic Diseases. Practically all diseases in pets (bacterial, viral and parasitic) are spread by direct contact with blood, saliva, urine or feces of an infected animal. This article … Continue reading
Choke and Prong Dog Training Collars & Their Effects on Behavior
Choke and prong dog training collars were originally developed as dog training tools. These dog training collars provide a painful physical consequence if your dog pulls or lunges on the leash. Positives Many dog trainers, aren’t fond of choke and … Continue reading