Teaching a dog to be groomed is not always an easy prospect and grooming can be a pleasure or a nightmare for the dog and its owner. It is much better to start off with a young puppy so it gets used to being groomed. Unfortunately, older dogs from shelters that are placed in adoptive homes are often not used to being groomed.Many owners employ a groomer as they cannot control the dog.A dog with a long or a double coat must be groomed regularly. A...more
Putting dogs to work is nothing new. Their strong backs have lead dog sledding expeditions in the arctic. Their keen eye sight and understanding of places have had them guiding the blind around for decades. Their sense of smell has had them assist in the apprehension of everyone from drug dealers to terrorists, keeping us all safe for many years. Of course that someone had the ingenuity to employ bold pups and their fantastic noses in sniffing...more
For thousands of years, men and dogs have been working and living together side by side. Amongst all domesticated animals, dogs are known for their loyalty and unconditional love for their owners. Their protective basic instincts would make them risk their own lives for their beloved owners if danger threatens them. Today, almost everyone has a pet dog that they love and take care of. However, some people are still new to the responsibilities of taking care of a dog. They still do not know the basic things to do and how they should handle their pet. Here is the most basic proper care and needs that dogs have. Bathing and groomingGiving your pet dog a bath is important to keep it clean. Dogs are given a bath once or twice a month. Do not over bath them since this strips down the natural oils found on their skin. After you give them a bath, make sure you dry them off completely. If you cant give it a bath, wipe them down with a wet towel. Brushing their fur down also helps keep them clean without having to give them a bath. Dogs that have long, dense coats are a bit more challenging to clean compared to the ones with shorter fur. If the dog is ill and cannot move around, like in dm...more
Although dogs can live off an all meat diet, it is still best to add a couple more ingredients to their meals to support a well balanced diet. Dogs have been known to have more or less the same diets as humans, only they need a bit more protein. Like humans, a dogs metabolism also slows down as it gets older, making it prone to illnesses and...more
When you have a pet, it is essential to consider going to the veterinarian on a regular visit. Doing so will help ensure that your pet is in good condition and that your pet is safe and healthy. Going to a veterinarian visit becomes even more important as your pet gets older since they may need special medical care. Your pests need to check in with...more
Who likes to be invited to a party? Its very exciting, isnt it? You have the perfect chance to socialize and enjoy all sorts of delicious food. But, what really makes the party special is the hostess. Shes the one who prepares the food - from the appetizers down to the simply delicious mouthwatering meals.Such elegance does not happen by chance. It takes systemic planning, superb time management and a knack for putting out those last minute fires, metaphorically speaking anyway. It also takes knowing what your guests want.Think back to a time when one of your friends entertained. All of you brought an appetizer or two. You and your friends gathered in her kitchen. Those appetizers didnt appear out of thin air. There was preparation and planning.In fact, your hostessprobably had help in coming up with appetizer ideas for the party. And guess what. Your appetizer complimented the other appetizers.The Type of Appetizer MattersIdeally, you want quick appetizers. You dont want to spend every waking moment in the kitchen pouring over some ridiculously long recipe. Appetizers are simple by nature. Remember, complicated appetizers translate to complicated menus and complicated pairings.Its...more
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Canine training should ideally start with puppies since these will be more receptive to learning something totally new like adapting to the dog fences. Younger dogs get thrilled easily and respond to their trainers promptly.Puppy owners and trainers...more
Pets are the best companions of humans. Humans have been trying to domesticate their favorite animals for several years and this practice has turned a lot of them, like dogs, cats, birds, rodents, horses and pigs into pets. Nothing limits you to have...more
By implementing the right training procedures a Dog training collar can be described as a great aid in your pet training plan.It is possible to anticipate your furry friend having a happy and healthy life.Since the owner and trainer, you can even...more
Pet vaccinations are just as controversial as those given to humans. Is this a good idea? Is this going to cause an ill reaction in your favorite animal? Before you consider having this procedure done, talk to your vet about the options, and the need...more
Does your new job demand frequent business tours, leaving you with no time to look after your pet?If you find that you do not have time to look after your dog due to your frequent business tours, you must hire the services of one of the most...more