As the dog owner you must first recognise the signs from the dog that suggests he is need of using the toilet. These are usually obvious signs in the dogs behaviour. Typically a dog will hover around the door, scratch and sniff the exit and try and grab your attention. Noticing these signs quickly will enable you to effectively make puppy potty training easy from the start.It is important for a puppy to be exposed to a scheduled...more
A puppy is an animal and will NOT magically learn acceptable types of behaviour. It is important that you as owner recognise this and attempt to tackle this problem as effectively and efficiently as possible without compromising the puppy's or your own safety.Remember that a puppy is not always biting out of aggression, he may be teething, being playful, exploring, is over excited, scared or asserting alpha tendencies. Whatever the...more
Puppy obedience training is extremely helpful in satisfying a number of the dog's most significant requirements. Offering something for the puppy to focus its energies on is helpful for its development. Most dog owners do not realise that almost all pups can be properly trained as soon as they are seven or eight weeks old. Puppies are highly adept at following instructions so proper guidance and leadership from the owner is the key to the puppy's learning.The following are key tips and advice which will help your puppy to become obedient:Always keep an eye on your puppy. They are still unsure about their surroundings and are not properly trained so will wander around the house and most likely cause havoc. It is important to let your puppy socialise and discover new things but at a pace controlled by you. Bring the puppy outside of the house so it becomes used to other people, dogs, cars etc. Get the puppy used to being touched; check its teeth, its paws, ears etc. Use rewards and treats when reinforcing behaviour you want. Using hand signals when offering verbal commands helps the dog understand the command easier.Training your puppy is vital for it to feel safe...more
You are driving and the constant ringing of your mobile phone has made you pick it up. You know its risky so why take a chance with your life? Today, the use of mobile phones has become an integral part of our lives and we cannot avoid picking them up. However, there are other options that can help you avoid these dangerous conditions. The all-new...more
Make sure all immunizations are up to date and that you have a record of them to take with you on your trip. Some hotels require a copy before they'll let you register. If your vet isn't available to fax the hotel a copy because it's the evening or weekend you'll be stuck without a room. Train your dog to quietly walk on his leash. No more...more
Dog training is essential if you are to have a manageable and pleasant dog that understands how to behave with other dogs as well as humans. Here are a few simple tips to keep in mind when training your dog.1. Training should be a fun activity and not an unpleasant one. Dogs have short attention spans and you should limit your training sessions to 5-10 minutes. If your dog fails to learn a complex task after a few tries, don't reward him and wait a few seconds before trying a simpler task instead. Always make sure you end a training session on a positive note - this is very important.2. All dogs should be familiar with basic commands such as come, sit, stay, down and heel. Ideally your dog should be able to respond to these commands off leash. Additional commands you should try to teach your dog are: leave it, stop it, enough and give it.3. Never, ever include punishment, yelling, hitting or electric shocks in your training sessions, as mentioned before, training should be an enjoyable experience for both you and your dog. If your dog fails to do what you want or does something unwanted, simply ignoring him will eventually get him to understand that this behavior will...more
Do any of the following situations sound familiar?Your dog charges you at full speed when you return home after an extended period of time. You barely get your door closed to leave and your dog is whining and scratching at the...more
It was possible for this female painter to get her first dog when she was eight. That same year, the small Boston terrier died but it left the young girl with a lasting impression. There is a special place in her heart when it comes to noble pets....more
Are you over feeding your dog and shortening his life and taking away his energy? Discover the truth today to why many dogs are living shorter lives due to obesity.The subject that everybody is talking about is obesity and over weight,...more
Negombo, a charming small town in Sri Lanka located to the north of Colombo, is a mainly Catholic area which interestingly was established by the Moors. Luxuriant greenery surrounds the town and there are also several areas of swamp in the vicinity....more
Why not try entering your cockatiel in a bird show. This can be a great experience for both you and your bird.The first thing that you will need to do is contact your local bird club and see what is on offer. Do they have someone on...more
The bird flu virus has now been considered a less lethal virus but a more dangerous one. You might say that I'm confusing you because these two words are somewhat alike.In the world of virus, these two words are completely different...more