Check Out These Cute Puppy Photos

Above are several photos of some of the cutest puppies you will ever see. Don't you just love puppies. But always keep in mind that puppies will grow up into grown dogs and will be with you and your family for quite a few years. So be sure to choose your dog carefully. Keep in mind that a dog is a long term commitment and should not be taken lightly. Why not consider adopting a older dog from a local shelter. You just may save a older dogs life and you may find yourself with one of the best friends you will ever have.

How To Break Your Dog Of Bad Housebreaking Habits

He's A Cute Dog Isn't He

Three words you have to remember when you train your dog are perseverance, consistency, and patience. And those three words are a lot easier to say than they are to live up to. And bad habits can be quickly learned if your dog starts having accidents in the house. And you must quickly stop your dogs bad habits or they may always be a problem for you and the dog.

If your going to be out of the house for a long time on a regular basis you may need to consider purchasing a indoor crate or kennel to keep your dog in while your gone. Make sure your dog has a bed in the crate, a bowl of clean water, and chew toys. If you provide those things the dog will be locked away from the area or areas where they were making mistakes in the house and a dog is unlikely to defecate in the same place they are living in especially confined in a crate or indoor kennel. As soon as you come home the first thing you have to do is take the dog outside and you may need to keep the dog confined to the room or area of the house where you are at.

Remember that dogs love routine so be sure that you take the dog outside on a regular basis and these must include when the dog eats, when it drinks, and when it wakes up. Take the dog outside to the same spot and the dog will learn in time that this is the place to go.

If your dog continues to have accidents in the house clean up the accidents with a good odor neutralizer and feed the dog in the same exact spot where the dog has been having accidents. This will stop the dog from wanting to go in that spot again. Mother dogs teach young dogs not to go where they eat and sleep.

Never just give up with dog training. You may find that your life is a lot easier if you confine your dog to a crate or kennel while you are gone from home. Don't buy the crate or kennel to large though. You want the dog to be comfortable but you don't want to provide it enough room to have a place to go. And what ever you do as soon as you are home take the dog outside to the spot where you want it to go.

How To Teach Your Dog To Let You Know It Needs To Go Outside

Oh What A Cute Puppy Sleeping

You can easily teach your dog to let you know it needs to go outside by hanging a string of small bells from the door knob of the door you use to take your dog outside. Your dog is probably a lot smarter than you think it is. You can use this technique to teach a dog that is already potty trained to let you know it needs to go outside or you can use this technique to teach a dog you are working with potty training.

You can buy a string of bells in the crafts section of a store like Wal-mart and tie the string of bells to the door knob of the door you use to take the dog outside. Once you have the bells in place start to ring them every time you take the dog outside. And before long the dog will start to associate going outside with the bells ringing. And one day before you know it when the dog needs to go outside it will ring the bells. When it happens immediately praise the dog take it outside and give it a food treat. For a while every time the dog rings the bells take it outside and give it a treat. If you stay consistent the dog will ring the bells with its paw or nose every-time it needs to go outside and you'll think you have the smartest dog in the world. 

How To Choose The Right Dog Food

Do you still remember the day, you brought home this fluff ball with two brightly lit eyes that melted your heart? Well! He may have grown bigger since then and probably looks more handsome or beautiful and there's one thing that you will never be able to deny: your dog loves you unconditionally. And you need to make sure that your dog receives the best food possible.

Dogs are not merely pets; they always end up being a part of the family. Hence, you need to take care of your dog just the way; you would take care of your family. One of the most important aspects is their diet. These days you can find hundreds of variety of dog food over the internet and in the super-market but the question is: are they healthy for your dog? Again do your research and try to find out everything possible about the food you plan to feed your dog. If you were going to eat it wouldn't you like to know everything possible about your food. I'm sure you would and so you need to do your own research and find out everything possible about your dogs food.

The diet and the amount of food intake will depend on the dog breed you have. If you have a German Shepherd or a Doberman then the intake of food will be more than what you would ideally give to a poodle. There is no particular type of food out there, which can be termed as the super-healthy food for dogs. When talking of dog food, you need to decide the intake keeping in mind several factors like:

Exercise: If your dog is exercising twice a day or going for a run in the neighborhood park then he needs a high-calorie diet. On the other hand, if your dog spends most of its time in front of the TV or just being at home then he needs a low-calorie diet.

Breed: The bigger the dog, the more they eat. A poodle and a St. Bernard can never have the same food intake. The St. Bernard will probably eat a few pounds of chicken as compared to a poodle who will be fine with a couple of pieces.

Health: This is important. Depending on the health of your dog, the food intake will change. Just like humans, dogs also face severe health problems like Diarrhea, stomach infection etc. During such times, irrespective of the breed, you should stick to a particular diet so that your dog can regain his/her health as quickly as possible. Never over-feed or under-feed your dog!

Packaged Dog Food

These days, you will find packaged dog food everywhere but it doesn’t mean that they might be the best for your dog. Different pet food will contain different ingredients, and you need to check the list of ingredients because some of them might be potentially harmful for your dog. The most common danger to dogs is allergy and this can be caused by certain types of dog food. Ask your veterinarian what food they recommend for your dog.

Where to Start

If you have a dog or puppy recently then you can visit a vet to get him/her checked before proceeding to getting a diet in place. If your dog is around 1 year old or even more then you probably have him/her on a diet. The important thing is that there is a approved list of food that your dog should eat on a regular basis and this will keep him/her healthy. The food that you buy should ideally have high -quality ingredients like vegetables, whole meats, fruits, and grains.

But before you buy any particular type of food, you need to assess his/her health. Make a note of any particular condition that might need veterinary care or even medications. Some of the conditions that you need to keep in mind include bad breath, itchy paws, tartar buildup, thinning of the coat, stinky ears, recurrent constipation or diarrhea, worms or flea infestation, low energy, and even anti-social behavior. Have your dog checked out thoroughly by your veterinarian to make sure your dog is healthy as possible.

These are certain areas that you will need to consider prior to buying dog food and it will help if you refer to a pet dietician and get a particular diet for your dog. The most important thing is how many times you feed your dog. He will wag his tail but it doesn’t mean that you start feeding them because it will do more harm than good. Take care of your dog just the way you will take care of your family! After all your dog is your best friend so be sure you do everything possible to insure your dog has good health. If you have spent a lot of money on buying your dog you may want to purchase the best pet insurance policy that you can.

HOW TO CHOOSE A GOOD OBEDIENCE SCHOOL FOR YOUR DOG

Every person desires for a dog that is well trained, but at times your pet may be a little problematic or you simply may not have the time or be acquainted with how to train him correctly. Fortunately you can get assistance and it is as easy as signing up your dog in a dog obedience school. Just be sure to thoroughly check out any obedience school you take your dog to. And ask for personal references.

Maybe you have come across people with disobedient dogs, or possibly even have prepared to accept to yourself to believe that your dog will by no means do as he is told. Perhaps you have got accustomed to returning home from work and finding chewed up shoes and litter all over the house. Possibly you have even started to take your dog for a walk at night because that is when no neighbors are outside. For the reason that you just cannot manage him when people and other dogs are all over.

You do not have to give up yourself to start believing that your dog will by no means be controlled and in reality you are accountable to yourself and your pet to do all the things that you can in order to get him trained appropriately. Possessing a well bred dog can put away difficulties for both yourself and your pet. A disobedient dog may perhaps bite off a neighbor or child creating legal troubles for you. If your dog howls a lot and tries to get loose most of the time you might get yourself in a problem with the police as well. And most significantly, if your dog will not come up to you when called, you have very few ways to keep him away from creating any trouble. So you may want to think about having someone else train your dog for you.

A trainer with a dog obedience school will give you an idea about you can establish contact with your pet to make him to pay attention to you. He will be trained how to act with people around and also with other dogs and the fundamental instructions such as "sit", "down", "heel" and "stay". Your dog will most likely even take pleasure in this, as he will be able to pass time with you, which is all that he in fact wants in the first place. Once your dog is well trained you'll be happier and so will your dog. Once your dog knows the basics you'll wonder why you waited as long as you did before sending your dog to obedience school.

Selection of a dog obedience school is sort of like deciding on a school for your kids - you would like to be in no doubt to send him to the proper one. Of course, given that you will in all probability be attending as well, you would like one that works for the both of you so you have to do a bit of investigation before you decide on the school. Again ask around and ask for references from the school. They should also be willing to give you a tour of the school and facilities.

One thing to think about when making inquires about dog obedience schools is a recommendation from others who have been at the school. Maybe you have a co-worker, a neighbor, or a friend you can inquire from. If not, feel free to request the school for recommendations and call up somebody who has experienced the course. You ought to have a list of essential queries you can inquire about the school and the effect of the dogs training. If you get encouraging replies then you might have found your school, or else, it is time to shift on to the subsequent alternative. One more thing you have to do when cutting down your selection of obedience schools is to drop in at the "campus". Just like selecting a college, you would like to be convinced that the school puts forward a fine atmosphere. Be sure that the school appears well structured and the instructors are well informed. In addition, you will almost certainly wish for a pleasant surrounding where your dog and you feel at ease.

Chatting up with the instructors at the school is also a good plan. Find out about the techniques that each trainer uses and you may even bring in them to your dog to be certain they will get along. Your training will be much more effective if both you and your dog are at ease with the trainer. Ask questions. Ask how your dog will be trained and how this is going to be done. Ask the trainer what you can expect of your dog.

How To Be A Good Dog Owner

How To Be A Good Dog Owner 

Before making the decision about buying a new dog, here are some points you should consider :-

1. Is someone at home for most of the day ?

A dog, especially a puppy, should not be left on its own for more than a few hours at a time. If you are out at work from 9-5 don't get a dog unless you can make satisfactory arrangements with a friend to let the dog out. Dogs will require some of your time. And when your house training a dog someone does need to be around most of the time.

2. What about holidays ?

It is sad to say that more dogs are destroyed at holiday time than any other. Unless you have a helpful family to look after your dog, be prepared for the expense of boarding kennels. Because of the increase in running costs, reputable kennels now have to make a higher charge - don't forget to book well ahead. Ask your friends what kennel they use for their dog. I like word of mouth when it comes to my dog much better than the yellow pages. And I always ask for a tour of the facilities before I will leave my dog there. If they refuse to show me around my dog doesn't stay there. Its always better to be safe than sorry.

3. Are you prepared for the cost of keeping a dog ?

This includes not only the cost of food, and kennels at holiday time, but also the cost of vaccinations and also possible veterinary fees in case of illness. A dog, like a child, can fall ill quite suddenly and unexpectedly, so be prepared for any eventuality. Take out pet insurance for peace of mind. And always pick out a veterinarian in advance. Again ask other dog owners where they take their dog. I always listen to other people when they talk about their veterinarian. You wouldn't want to go to a doctor with a bad reputation and you shouldn't take your dog to a veterinarian that people say to stay away from.

4. Exercise

To keep healthy and happy, dogs need daily exercise, and this means a good run in a field or park, or a game with a ball, not just a stroll round to the shops on a leash. If you love your dog, be prepared to sacrifice some of your leisure time each day, whatever the weather. If you can't provide this kind of exercise to a dog, consider giving a home to an older dog. Your local shelter  may have just the right one for you. If you want a older dog always consider getting one from your local animal shelter. You may save a dogs life and you just may find a great friend.

5. Family circumstances

Dogs and children usually love each other and get on well, but don't make the mistake of buying a young puppy for a small child. Young children can be very cruel and a puppy may be badly thrown about. Worse still a young pup's bones may easily broken if a child treats it like a toy. Wait until the children are older and a little more responsible. Or consider getting a older dog from a local shelter that is great with children. A older dog may be exactly what you and your children need. In no time at all you may find yourself with a older dog that loves your children as much as you do. And you just may be saving a older dogs life.

6. Grooming.

If you don't have much time to spare, choose a dog with a smooth or wire coat which needs little attention to keep it tidy. Long and curly coated dogs look beautiful, but they need daily grooming to keep them this way. Poodles need regular trimming, as well as grooming, so unless you are able to do this yourself be prepared for extra expense. You should keep in mind that a dog is going to be an extra expense but you just may get a great new friend in return.



Having a dog for a pet and a friend can be a great life changing experience but know that a dog is going to be around a lot longer than that goldfish you flushed down the toilet. So think carefully about the commitment you are thinking about making.

House Training Dogs Successfully

Oh What A Cute Boy He Is

You could House train your dog easily if you had the time to watch your puppy 24 hours a day. But as you can’t watch them around the clock, don’t expect to train them all at once. Training can take up to about 6 months. Puppies are growing and developing quickly at this stage. They eat more food and burn up lots of energy and consequently need to ‘go’ more often. Don't think your going to house train your dog in a few days. Its just not going to happen.

The most important issue in house training dogs should be teaching him to control his bowel. When he is still a puppy, he has not yet developed bladder control. It will be almost impossible to house train a very small puppy. You may want to start with puppy pads and newspapers. The scented puppy pads work best though some people swear by newspaper.

House training dogs is hard when you are not home. Your puppy needs a lot of attention. You should first confine your puppy in a puppy-proof room with paper spread all over the floor. Put his water bowls and food right next to it. The papers you have set on the floor may be dragged and chewed around his little den, but its important and helpful in teaching your puppy where to eliminate his waste properly. There will be no reason for him to defecate elsewhere. Your puppy will ‘go’ on the paper, and you need to clean it up when you arrive home. This may be an additional job for you, but patience is all it takes. Don’t worry because later on, he will move past this stage. But be sure to clean up the mess the puppy has made as soon as you come home.

Paper training is very useful and a proven technique in training dogs. In this way, no matter where the dog relieves himself, he will still eliminate on the paper because he has no choice. Little by little, you will see some changes. Gradually reduce the amount paper you have set on the ground. Start to move the paper outside the house. Of course, as your puppy has become used to using the paper he will look for it. Once the paper has been moved to outside the house, your training is near its end. Move the paper about an inch per day. And in no time at all the puppy will learn where you want it to go to the bathroom.

Occasionally, you may discover that he has had ‘accidents’ inside the house again. Don’t be discouraged. This happens. What you need to do is repeat the training. But understand that it will not be as hard as the first time. House training your dog is key for both your dog and your sanity and sanitation. Don't give up and don't yell at the puppy or dog. As hard as it sounds be gentle but firm. Be sure that anytime the puppy or dog does the right thing praise the dog or puppy.