It is often said that Labrador retrievers possess great loyalty to their owners. Despite that admirable trait the breed can also have a destructive side. The good news is that destructiveness can be controlled through Labrador puppy training. The idea of Labrador training may seem daunting task, but as time is devoted to the activity [...]
There is always a good possibility you will spot a dog ear infection early on because dogs will physically display extreme symptoms of discomfort and pain. The two most common visible actions a dog does to communicate their suffering are repeatedly scratching at the ear area and shaking their heads vigorously. Other obvious indications of [...]
Do you love your pet, but hate the unwanted hair that they inevitably leave on your couches, stairs and carpeting? If you are looking for a great vacuum cleaner to get rid of this pet hair, once and for all, then look no further. In this article, we will review 3 of the best vacuums [...]
Dressing up your Chihuahua in fancy clothes is a wonderful way to give your little loved one a flair and style! There are many different Chihuahua clothes to choose from, and no matter how small or large, there are sizes available! Whether you are looking for something as simple as a t-shirts, or maybe some [...]
Barking can be one of the most annoying things a dog can do. Especially if they bark consistently and at every little sound they hear. There are a lot of wrong ways to teach a dog not to bark, whether it is yelling at the dog, an electric shock collar, or some other torturous technique. [...]
Are you one of those people who cook for their dog? If you are, you are not alone. The number of people who are cooking homemade dog food and homemade dog treats for their pets has been on the rise since the pet food recalls rocked the industry. People are concerned about what they are [...]
Many people wish their dog was trained to obey commands even when off the leash. The problem is that most people don’t understand off leash dog training and believe that it is a miracle that can occur overnight with the right sort of training. If you start early, you can teach your dog good habits [...]
While cleaning your dog’s kennel may not be a favourite way to spend your time, it is vitally important if you want to keep your dog not only clean and smelling nice, but healthy too. Dogs do not like to live in filthy environments any more than you do and like humans, a dog left [...]
Understanding the nature of a dog will help you be a better owner and make it easier to guide your dog into being a better pet and companion. Love and respect are paramount when it comes to animals and if you treat them like a family member, then they will act like a family member. [...]
Trying to decide on the right dog leash for your husky puppies can be a daunting task if you haven’t ever owned Siberian Huskies. Siberian Huskies are sometimes referred to as “sled dogs” because they were originally used to pull sleds. Huskies are from the working class of dogs and they do indeed enjoy being put to work. Because of their strong desire to pull, using a harness rather than a collar is a much better choice for walking husky puppies.
There are many reasons to own a dog, whether it is for companionship, protection, or as a seeing aide. When having a dog trained the trainer can focus on helping your dog fit better into the role you are intending the animal to fill. Family dog training will focus on training both the pet and [...]
There are many dog collars for training as well as hybrids of collars to be used for the specific purpose of training a dog. You should never use any of these collars until given specific instruction by a professional and never use a training collar with a puppy. The theory behind most of these collar [...]
Pet food recalls are one of the reasons why pet owners have become so interested in making homemade dog food for their dogs. Pet owners have also become more interested in learning more about homemade dog treats too. If cooking for your dog is something that you would like to do, getting started is really [...]
Boy, do I ever love fireworks! Well, I guess I should say that I used to love fireworks (and thunderstorms, too), but they’re hard to enjoy when my baby is so stressed out.
In the hot, summer months we need to take certain steps to protect our beloved pets. The heat can be even more uncomfortable for them than it is for us.