Quick Way To Stop the “Jumping Up”
When you bring in a new, adorable pup, its behavior is usually considered “so sweet”. The dog puts its paws on you to get your attention, or jumps in your lap, or jumps up and down on its hind legs...
View ArticleThe Norwegian Elkhound
Norwegian Elkhounds are an old breed that dates back to the Stone Ages in Scandinavia. They are beautiful dogs of medium size, with a curled tail, and strong lines. Bred for hunting, they have amazing...
View ArticleHelp Your Aging Buddy!
Unfortunately, the problems and infirmities of old age, such as arthritis, catch up with our canine buddy as easily as they do for us. Seems like one day out of the blue, you notice that your dog has...
View Article5 (or 6) Commands Your Dog Must Know!
Most training manuals go into wayyyyy too many commands, and too much depth, especially if you are new to dog-training. Many of the manuals I have been exposed to are confusing to beginners. IMHO, here...
View ArticleYOUR Responsibilities, Owner!
WHAT responsibilities, you say? Surely not! Just keep it fed and watered, and take it out, or tie it up in the yard? Right? Unfortunately, too many people think that’s all there is to being a dog...
View ArticleBringing a New Dog In With Existing Pets
Before you go out and get a new dog or puppy to bring into your home if you already have one or more other pets, consider these potential problems that can arise. One word of warning: although it...
View ArticleNever Feed These To Your Dog
Do you know there are common items in your home your dog is going to find very tasty if he can get hold of them? Many dog owners don’t know about these potentially deadly foods, and we should never...
View ArticleBenefits of Dog Toys and Treats
If you have ever questioned the benefits of dog toys and treats, just remember this: dogs are like kids; they need something to focus their attention on, give them good fun and keep them busy, and at...
View ArticleIs Peanut Butter For Dogs Safe?
Is Peanut Butter for Dogs okay and safe to feed to them? (Normal peanut butter, that is — not the salmonella-contaminated brands we’ve heard so much about in the news recently, obviously!) You are...
View ArticleBlack Dog Syndrome: Is It Real?
Have you ever heard about the term “Black Dog Syndrome”? Although it might sound like a mythical disease, it is not, neither is it contagious. It is a phenomenon in the shelter and rescue community...
View ArticleAdopt a Racing Greyhound & Get a Wonderful Dog
Adopt a racing Greyhound and get a wonderful dog! Within an hour drive of where I used to live is a well-known dog racing track. Several years ago a story was written about the fate of many Greyhounds...
View ArticleToxic Dog Foods
Contrary to what many dog owners think, their pooch is not a four legged garbage disposal for table scraps. While we all occasionally slip our dog something from our dinner table, this is not a good...
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