Everything You Need to Know About House Training Puppies & Adult Dogs!

Whether you have a puppy who is first learning, or an adult dog with ongoing confusion, this book will teach you everything from the basics of housebreaking to more in-depth problem solving. You will learn how to teach your dog not to have any accidents indoors, and to use a designated bathroom area outdoors. Learn all about crate training, scheduling, how to handle it when there is an accident and how to prevent problems before they start. Solve problems such as territorial marking, accidents in a certain area, witholding, refusal to go out in inclement weather and much more. Special sections for rescued dogs, moving to a new home, for apartment dwellers, homeowners and every lifestyle. Sample schedules provided for those who work outside the home, those home all day and everyone in-between. A must-read for every dog or puppy owner!
Customer Review: Don't bother buying book if you want Indoor Trained Pooch
I really wanted to give this book zero stars. I'm planning on returning this book. The description is totally misleading because it is so totally negative about anyone even thinking about toilet training a dog to go indoors instead of being walked outside. The book is totally unforgiving about ANY reason what so ever you may have, without exception, in regards to having your dog or puppy relieve him/her-self indoors. It basically states that if you cannot take your dog outdoors, then don't bother getting a dog and get a cat instead. If everyone went by this book, I think there would be alot of poor dogs without homes that now live in apts, handicapped owners, working owners. I'm going to litter train my dog, without any help from this book!
Customer Review: If you work during the day, pick a different book
I just recently got a Puggle and wanted some advice on house training. The author was very rude about owners who work. I am out of the house most of the day at work. The author believes that if you are out of the house for the entire day then you should just get a cat. Apparently working "Mom's" don't have the right to have a dog. I didn't even read past that part and I wish I could have returned the book. Most people don't have the luxury of staying home all day. The author should recognize that rescuing a dog and having it in a nice cage with toys and a fluffy blanket is better than sitting in a cold, empty, cement cage at the pound. I suggest picking a different book where the author is not as judgmental.

What do you do if you suspect urinary tract infection in dogs? Do not panic. While urinary tract infection in dogs can cause your pet pain and discomfort, it does not mean your pet is going to die. Canine urinary tract infection is serious and needs immediate veterinarian diagnosis and treatment.

A UTI starts in the urinary tract and can spread through out the entire body if not treated in time. In order to protect you pet against infection you can use natural remedies. You will need to know some of the signs of urinary tract infection in dogs to determine whether or not your pet needs veterinarian attention.

Is you dog experiencing pain or difficulty urinating? You might notice your dog whining during urination. Watch to see if your pet is more thirsty than usual. Check your pets urine for signs of blood, pus, or crystals. This is information that the veterinarian will ask about. The vet will usually prescribe antibiotics if the infection is severe enough.

Veterinarians know that medications have severe side effects and may offer advice on alternative remedies. Homeopathic treatment methods can treat the current infection, prevent recurring infection, promote urinary tract health and they have no side effects.

After the initial diagnosis and treatment is prescribed, you will still need to monitor your pet closely. Notice any side effects or signs that the infection did not go away. After your pet remains stable it is important to get a follow up vet check up.

One of the things that a vet will offer his advice on is your pets' diet. It is important that your pets' diet is formulated to meet its lifestyle needs. Fresh, clean drinking water needs to be accessible at all the time and frequent "potty" trips around the yard. Diet and exercise are important factors in your pets over all health. Urinary tract infection in dogs can be safely treated and you pet can be healthy again.

Janet Markowitz has been a German Shepherd Breeder for over 20 years. She has always been interested in using natural and holistic remedies for her Shepherds whenever possible. She has found that by using natural Remedies in conjunction with conventional medicine, she has achieved great success in the health and longevity in her dogs.

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Perfect Paws in 5 Days featuring Jean Donaldson's Modern Dog Training Methods

Need to train your dog? Don't have much time? Want to use dog-friendly methods?In five clear and enjoyable step-by-step lessons, Jean will teach you to teach your dog: * A reliable sit and down stay * To come when called regardless of distractions * To sit politely and watch you, refraining from jumping on people or lunging at other dogsIn this DVD you're going to learn how to teach a few key behaviors to really upgrade your dog's manners. More importantly you're going to learn the principles used by professional animal trainers so that you can teach any behavior you want. And the more you train your dog, the sharper your skills become, and the better he gets at learning.
Customer Review: Wow.
Every dog pound and Humane Society should have this available to save dog/owner relationships. So many dogs get the shaft because their humans really don't know how to work with their dogs successfully. I thought I was a clutz with our old dogs and the new dog; in literally 5 minutes, we had the three pooches lined up and doing the sit. Then, come, stay and the rest in a week. We got instant results. Even a shy dog will catch on. The trainer knows both how dogs think and how people goof up, so seeing the mistake and successes helped us.

In some cases, people need a lot more attention, love and support than normal. This happens especially when they are sick. But, the unfortunate truth is that people generally don't have the patience or time to help these sick people. This is where dog therapy training comes in play, teaching dogs how to help these people and keep them company, giving them the emotional support that they need.

Besides normal dog training, these dogs also need specialized teaching. They will learn how to behave around people that are going through therapy and how to provide them with comfort. If they need to provide this help to ill people, these dogs need much more than just a basic training. They will need to be able to do a number of things while being good companions.

Older people and kids are usually those that get therapy dogs to help them deal with their stay in hospitals. Both the dog and the handler will help the patient go through this hard period, by offering him activities and attention that will help.

Hospitals aren't the only places that can benefit from using therapy dogs on their patients. They can also provide great value in retirement homes, schools, nursing homes or mental institutions.

The training that is done on dogs that will be used for therapy derives from other types of trainings and modified, to make them fit the situations that can happen in a hospital. They will be taught to be nice with strangers and to enjoy sitting in their presence. In most cases, these therapy dogs will learn performances and tricks that most people will enjoy seeing.

You could use almost any breed to make a therapy dog, but in most cases breeds with higher temperance are chosen, due to their constant work with people they don't know.

There isn't one single method of training these dogs, but usually they will need to be certified before being allowed to get near patients to help them. Training and certification can be received from animal shelters or therapy dog training classes. Once the certification is received, you can start training the dog for therapy.

With a therapy training, the dog will learn to ignore noise, people that don't need therapy or any kind of hospital equipment. They also learn to do a few basic things or to help the patients do it. They are not service dogs though, so they can't do the same things.

These dogs are trained to help people by visiting them and giving them some company and joy. They are not trained to stay with them and help them with their tasks, so there is a major difference between therapy and service dogs.

People often need some therapy to recover, which can prove boring and repetitive. A therapy dog can provide some excitement in their daily routine that will improve their situation. It's been known to make people less lonely or depressed as well. It can distract them from darker thoughts that they might have.

A therapy dog can also make patients be more responsive, getting them out of their routine, making them less passive. Try to put yourself in the place of a bored patient, that suffers from pain, and imagine what a joy would a dog bring you, if he came to interrupt your boring routine.

There isn't a huge demand for therapy dog training, but it's been used for quite some time now in the treatment of patients.

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Warner Bros Hot Dog Scooby Doo kids size backpack

Very cute Kids size backpack inspired by Scooby Doo HOT DOG!

With the recent recalls of commercial dog food, it is time to assess your dog's health. And if you consider your pet dog to be part of the family, then it is time to improve the health of your dog.

If you are not aware by now, most commercial dog food contains meat 'by products' which are often unwanted parts of an animal. What's left is the bones, tendons, cartilage, beaks, feet and innards.

Also, the cooking process used in pet foods KILLS off a vital component: enzymes.

Enzymes are necessary in the breaking down the food for digestion. And since it is 'cooked away', it adds the entire burden for digestion on your pet's pancreas to supply the enzymes necessary for breaking down nutrients for absorption!

No wonder the dog's are not living to their fullest potential.

If you want your dog to live longer, listed below are "Dog Food Secrets" to boost a dog's health-

1) A balanced proportion of nutrients that consists of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, healthy fats and minerals. These nutrients are essential for growth and development in a dog.

Too much or too little nutrients will harm a dog's health.

2) Protein is one of the most important nutrients, and a healthy dog diet must contain a minimum of 40% protein diet. The amino acid in protein is beneficial for muscle development and regulation of antibodies.

Meat, fish and soy beans are great sources of protein.

3) Carbohydrates is considered an energy component in a dog's diet. Sources of carbohydrates
can be found in rice, oatmeal, corn, yams, sweet potatoes and wheat.

Brown rice is an excellent source of highly digestible carbohydrates dietary fiber that is gentle on the stomach.

A recommended range of 40-60% of carbohydrates are essential for your dogs health.

However, too much carbohydrates is harmful to a dog's health, as excess carbohydrates will be stored as fat which leads to obesity and maldigestion, and other health problems.

4) Healthy animal fatty acids such as omega 3 and omega 6 is another requirement for a healthy dog food.

Omega-3 and omega 6 fatty acids promotes a healthy skin and shiny coat, and also reduces the likelihood of inflammation and blood clotting.

Sources of fatty acids can be found in vegetable oil, fish and meat.

5) Dogs requires good doses of vitamins and minerals; it is an absolute nutritional necessity for dogs.

Without sufficient vitamins and minerals, your dog's health will suffer and as a result will be vulnerable to a range of diseases.

Vitamins and minerals are good sources for muscle development and fighting diseases.

6) Like humans, dogs must drink plenty of water. Water not only helps to regulate a dog's body temperature, it is also beneficial for digestion and transportation of nutrients

A healthy dog food is necessary to maintain a dog's health and improving it.

At times, not knowing what to feed a dog can be difficult, but with the recent pet food recall it is more important than ever that the quality of food for a dog is paramount.

Dog Food Secrets has a list of homemade dog food recipes that is easy and simple to follow, and more importantly healthy for a dog. The fact is that the life span of your dog can be increased by up to 8 years just by changing and improving the diet of the food.

The above 6 Dog Food Secrets you should put into action now for your dog.

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Black Labrador Lab Puppies Dogs Woof Ladies Socks 9-11

White foldover cuff sock Fits adult sizes 9 to 11 made of 80% Cotton/20% Rayon; conforms to the foot; meow printed on the side of the sock; gift boxed.

Serious illness can overcome a seemingly healthy dog in a short while without proper observation and prompt action. Detecting early signs of illness is essential for proper care and treatment of most canine maladies. Dogs, like humans will exhibit common signs such as lethargy, weakness, and irritability.

Dogs overcome by illness will walk slowly, sleep often, and walk with their ears and tails down. Gray and cloudy eyes, discolored nose or tongue, or discharges from their ears and other areas should alert you to problems. Don't take chances with their health, as many canine ailments will overcome them in a much shorter time than human ailments will to you or I.

The quickest way to determine if your dog is sick is to look at their nose which should be clear and free of any discharge. Vomiting and diarrhea are also signs of a stomach or digestive condition. Slow and Labored breathing and movements, especially when attempting to stand up can be a sign of organ or kidney failure and should be addressed immediately with your veterinarian.

While bathing or handling your dog be sure to check the skin for injury, bruising, or hair loss. Excessive scratching, problems with walking and balance, and frequent urination can be caused by a variety of bacterial infections. The general mood or energy of the dog can be a great gauge of their health. Any sudden drop in activity or excessive sleeping should be noted and communicated to your veterinarian immediately.

Healthy dogs will have clean skin, bright eyes, and a pink tongue and gums free of unusual colors or discharge. Their temperature will be around 102, and will take about 20 steady breaths per minute. They will be able to jump to their feet on command with little or no difficulty. Their bowel movements should be consistent, and they will have a good appetite.

Remember that you and only you are the first line of defense against any disease that your dog may struggle against. Constant care and awareness of your pet and their health will ensure their long and happy existence.

For more interesting, entertaining, and heartfelt articles about dogs and many other kinds of pets, visit Thought Search Articles.

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The Lady With a Little Dog

In this adaptation of a story by Russian great Anton Chekhov, the chance meeting of Gurov and Anna Sergeyevna on vacation in Yalta leads to a serious relationship... but he is married, and she is committed to her family.
Customer Review: A flawless adaptation of a literature masterpiece
The Lady with the Little Dog is arguably Chekhov's best short story, and probably one of the greatest short stories ever written. I realize this is quite a statement to make, but, notwithstanding my opinion, it has been also the opinion of countless literary critics since the publication of the story. The challenge to faithfully render it on the screen was indeed a daunting task. No less than Nikita Milkalko directed a film, Dark Eyes, featuring Marcello Mastroianni, Silvana Mangano, and Marthe Keller, which was based on the same Chekhov story, but maybe Milkalko wisely stayed away from a straight adaptation of the work. Film director Josif Heifitz, sure of himself, went ahead with the adaptation of The Lady with the Little Dog, an intimidating task, and succeeded. Of course, it did not hurt that Heifitz had been a great admirer of Chekhov's work since his childhood, and considered him his mentor. And of course, nobody without a velikaya russkaya dusha, a great Russian soul, could have rendered this work. To a Russian, his soul is something more than what a Westerner drags to church on Sundays and holidays. It is hard to explain the Russian soul, but as they say, I cannot tell you what it is but I know it when I see it. Andrei Moskvin and Dmitry Meskhiyev's black and white photography is exquisite in rendering the atmosphere of the film, from its opening with the lethargic atmosphere of Yalta, to the snowy Moscow winter, and the pathetic, frozen atmosphere of its conclusion. Heitfitz' succeeds at reproducing Chekhov's style and symbols. As rapid cuttings distinguish the story's narrative technique, the camera often jumps to new scenes without warning. These cuts and jumps through time give a sense of the suddenness and unexpectedness of Anna and Gurov's illicit love affair, their falling in love, their settling into their new life, where much has to be improvised to maintain the relationship. Nature and the sea are important symbols in Chekhov's work and are portrayed in the film through lyrical long shots of the sea at sunset and the nearby hills at Yalta. The two protagonists sit silently, reflecting from their vantage point on the birth of their love affair, lost in the continuum of eternity. "...Yes, when you stop to think, the whole world is wonderful -- everything, except what we ourselves think and do when we forget the higher aims of existence and our human dignity" says Gurov. Heitfitz uses a variety of shots appropriate for each scene. Close shots and close ups emphasize the moments of psychological drama. The dialogue is, as in Chekhov, minimal, and never more than is necessary. Only few words convey the emotional complexity of the characters, preserving the intensity of their feelings. As with Chekhov, the Yalta seduction scene in Anna's room, or any of the intimate scenes later on, is not shown. In that respect, Chekhov/Heifitz followed the Russian mores of the time, knowing full well that had Chekhov dared to innovate, it would have never passed the censor's pen. One also notes the great care taken with the period details, such as costumes, carriages, and the physiognomy of the actors. The acting of the two main characters, Iya Savvina and Aleksei Batalov, is "on the mark." She is young, fragile, and innocent, and he, reserved, sophisticated, and aristocratic. Anna was Savvina's first role. She went on to appear in twenty-seven more films, her last one, Trotsky, in 1993. Batalov has appeared in more than thirty-four films, including Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears (1979). The other two lesser characters appear only briefly: Nina Alisova, as Gurov's wife is sullen, and Pantelejmon Krymov in the role of Anna's husband, indeed looks like a "lackey." The lyrical music by Nadezhda Simonian, like the dialogue, is used relatively sparingly. A romantic love theme appears throughout the film with different tempi, underscoring the different situations, and in several scene transitions. The themes are love, and the Russian society in the late 19th century. The Lady with the Little Dog is a love story between two people who started in life on the wrong footing, for whatever reasons, as most of us do. To understand the story, we have to speculate as to what had happened to these two characters before the story opens. She is an aristocratic Russian woman, and thus was destined to marry, for love if she was lucky, but most likely without love, just to fulfill her role in society, to raise a family and be the centerpiece of that family. So, Anna followed her destiny. Gurov is an older aristocrat, from the big city, a well-established member of the Moscovite society, married with children. He is a man, and therefore in (relative) control of his life, and as a man of his time, looks down on women, but at the same time, enjoys their companionship. For that epoch, at forty years of age, he is at the twilight of his womanizing years. Anna and Gurov meet and start an intimate relationship, each for a different reason. Anna wants to escape her boring, dreary small town provincial life. To Gurov, Anna may represent one of his last chances, if not the very last, to seduce a young woman who will rejuvenate him, invigorate his life. His life is turned upside down, as the seducer is himself seduced, hoisted upon his own petard. But love does not rescue Anna and Gurov from their stale marriages, nor does it improve their lives. Of course, divorce at that time and in that society was totally out of the question. At the end of the film, nothing is said about their future. It would seem that their relationship may continue, with their occasional assignations in seedy hotels, a couple caught "...like a pair of birds of passage. They've been caught and forced into separate cages." (Anna) Neither of them is brave or strong enough to fly free, "It seemed that in a little while a solution would offer itself, a new, lovely life would begin." (Gurov) We can only speculate and draw our own conclusion.

How many homeowners normally leave their dog in the backyard or they have full time access to the backyard through a doggie door. You're probably wondering how can a little dog create a remodeling nightmare for any contractor.

This wasn't the case this dog was a large Labrador retriever and tore up everything in the backyard constantly. The house remodel we were working on was a two story room addition over a single story house. This job lasted around six months and the dog was a daily reminder of how much attention a large dog actually needs.

Let's start with the first item of value the dog actually destroyed. It was my favorite tool bags of course that I have taken care of for over five years and deeply appreciated the fact that they were broke in just the way I wanted them to be. Kind of like a baseball mitt that doesn't quite fit right because of how stiff it is until you break it in.

While the homeowner of course apologized and never even offered to replace them. Oh but after that he did mention never to leave anything lying around in the backyard. Lesson learned of course and never forgotten. Well to make a long story short this large dog could chew up tools, lumber, plumbing pipes, electrical wire and was even able to destroyed the plywood fencing we would use to keep him away.

I'm going to stop right there with the remodeling nightmare created from this dog in hopes that other contractors can learn from my valuable lesson. As a contractor you should never assume that a homeowner will replace any damaged or broken tools and materials.

As a homeowner with a dog reading this article, think about having a place to enclose the dog if necessary while remodeling work is done on your home.

I love being around dogs and other animals but sometimes a problem like this can make life extremely miserable for both parties.

Greg Vanden Berge has been building and remodeling for over 30 years and his information has proven valuable to most contractors and homeowners all over the world. He usually tries to write at least two articles a day on home improvement or remodeling problems.

Greg is in the process right now of working on a home inspection website that will revolutionize the home inspection business. He is also working on a book to help homeowners and contractors as well as other home related professions in dealing with the home inspection process.

You can visit the home inspection website currently under construction at Home Inspection Help

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Dog Bone Fleece Pajama Pants for Women

Our Favorite Fleece Pajama Pants Super, soft fleece fabric Perfect for lounging Ties at the waist Size small fits people who are 5'2" to 5'6" tall. The length from waist to the hem is 39". The width of waist is 38" (as measured without the drawstring pulled). Size medium fits people who are 5'7" to 5'11" tall. The length from the waist to the hem is 41". The width of the waist is 44" (as measured without the drawstring pulled). Size large fits people who are 6'0" to 6'4" tall. The length from the waist to the hem is 45". The width of the waist is 46" (as measured without the drawstring pulled).

You probably did not realize it at the time that you purchased your new puppy that he was a hyper active breed. Now you are at a loss of how to deal with him and his hyper activity. Dealing with a dog that is hyper active can be a challenge, but is not impossible. Here are three things that I had to do to help with my hyper active dog.

The first thing that I did to help cope with my hyperactive dog was take him walking. Granted I would have to walk him quite a bit to get him wore out, but at the same time I was getting to walk as well. The problem was that he was so hyper that he would actually tug at the leash very hard. Now this was not bad when he was a puppy, but he did grow into a large dog because he is an English Mastiff which is normally not a hyper dog, but he was because he had playmates. So as he was growing I discovered I was getting drug behind him more often.

The second step that I had to do to help control my hyper active dog's behavior was I had to start obedience training with him. The obedience training taught me how to better control him with his hyper activity. The training actually helped calm him down to and helped with the socialization by him being around other dogs and people. Now the socialization helped tremendously calm his hyper activity when we went to the park because he was no longer afraid of strangers nor was he dragging me around to go meet new people he knew that we would get to them eventually.

The third thing that I found to help out was teaching him to exercise. Now most of the books advise not to over exercise them or play with them to much because it could lead to arthritis so I heeded that advice. I would only exercise him about ten to fifteen minutes per day and then I would only do this once or twice a week. If your yard is big enough and you are able to trust your dog well enough I would take stock in tennis balls because my dog loves chasing them around the yard. The exercise helps wear him out for the remainder of the day that we exercised on, but like I said before you cannot do that every day because of the possibility of arthritis development, check with your veterinarian first for this to make sure your dog can even stand exercise.

Dealing with a hyperactive dog is not difficult just a challenge at first. The first thing that you can try is walking to wear him out, then you might need to have him in obedience classes to help teach him more, and finally you can teach him to exercise with games or other venues that you have available. As always though before starting any exercise program or walking program you will need to check with your veterinarian to assure your dog is ready for that activity.

I live in Ohio with my wonderful husband and two beautiful children. I have two English Mastiff puppies, a Lab-Retriever, and a Yorkie Poo. I also have two cats who came to us as strays. I love sewing, crocheting, and managing to take care of my zoo at the house. Since I have so many pets I have a strong interest in animal issues. If you want to learn more about dogs visit Kims site.

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Walter el perro pedorrero: Walter the Farting Dog, Spanish-Language Edition (Spanish Edition)

We hold this truth to be self-evident: farting makes kids laugh. Walter, an apologetic-looking dog adopted from the pound, passes gas morning, noon, and night, no matter what he eats, whether it's a 25-pound bag of low-fart dog biscuits, cat food, or fried chicken. On the bright side, "If Uncle Irv let one slip, he just went and stood near Walter." When Father reaches the limit of his patience with Walter's flatulence, he decides the pooch is once again pound-bound, despite Betty and Billy's pleading. Poor Walter knows his days are numbered and "He resolved to hold in his farts forever." That very night, two burglars break into Walter's family's house, and (you can see where this is going) Walter gasses the burglars with a "hideous cloud" that forces them to drop their loot and run into the clutches of the police officers, "choking and gasping for air." The next morning Father and Mother discover Walter has saved the day--or at least their silverware and VCR. "And so the family learned to live with Walter, the hero dog. And that is the end of our tail." (Or is it? Fans will be pleased to discover the next book Walter the Farting Dog: Trouble at the Yard Sale.) Audrey Colman's highly stylized illustrations, imbued with a surreal, Monty Pythonesque collage look, are as absurdly comical as this silly story that is purely powered by natural gas. (Ages 5 to 8) --Karin Snelson
Customer Review: It's a fun story for the kids.
We bought the plush toy along with the book. as we read the book to the kids (age 4) they can see, and hear, Walter in action :) they love it.
Customer Review: Walter is Great.
Come on, my son's kindergarten teacher read it to them in class. It's a great story. Get over yourselves and read it for what it is. A dog who farts and has a family who loves him. Enough. We have all of the titles and I'll buy more. The boy likes to add his own farting noises when we read....via his mouth mind you....no one can fart that much on command, can they???? Wonderful book.

Having good teeth is not only important to humans it's also important to your dogs health. They deserve to have good dental care because their teeth are used not just for eating but also for cleaning and grooming themselves.

Just like humans a dog teeth can build up tartar or plaque which can cause gun disease. Gum disease is an infection resulting from increase of soft dental plaque on the outside of the teeth around the gums. The bacteria in dental plaque irritate the gum tissue if plaque is permitted to accumulate, will lead to infection in the bone around the teeth.

What effect does this have on your dog? You will notice the dog will have bad breath and the gums will become irritated, they will start to bleed and the dog will have oral pain, your dog could lose its appetite or drop food from its mouth while eating.

As a dog gets older they will require more dental care so that their teeth remain healthy,
so it is important to know that while they are still young, their teeth should already be properly taken care of.

Your dogs Diet

If you have a young dog start them on good quality dry foods. The crunchy texture helps the removal of plaque which moist foods are unable to. The crunchy feature also helps to stimulate the gums so that gum diseases are also prevented.

It is always best to consult your vet on the type of dental care you should be providing for your dog. Some breeds are more susceptible to dental problem than others and your vet can suggest the right food for them

Products For Dog Dental Care

There are many products on the market now available for your dogs dental health, from specially designed biscuits, chewing bones (such as pigs ears), toothpastes and tooth brushes. By using them it will decrease the chance of your dog getting gum or teeth disease. Always use specially prepared dog toothpaste. Because dogs can't rinse and spit after a brushing, the dog toothpaste must be safe for pets to swallow! Some human toothpaste contains detergents which can upset your dog's stomachs, and, in addition, large quantities of ingested fluoride can harm your dog. To go with the toothpaste you can use a regular brush or a finger brush. The finger brush can easily be placed over your finger so that it is easier to brush your dog's teeth. Consult your vet on what they recommend to be the most suitable for your dog's teeth. Your dog's teeth need to be cleaned at least twice a week. Do this and your dog will love you for it.

For more articles, books and products on taking care of your dogs health and wellbeing please visit: http://www.dogsreviewed.com

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Dog Days: Dispatches from Bedlam Farm

In Dog Days, Jon Katz, the squire of Bedlam Farm, allows us to live our dreams of leaving the city for the country, and shares the unpredictable adventure of farm life. The border collies, the sheep, the chickens, the cat, the ram, and one surprisingly sociable steer named Elvis all contribute to the hum (and occasional roar) of Bedlam. On timeless summer days and in punishing winter storms, Katz continues his meditation on what animals can selflessly teach usand what we in turn owe to them. With good neighbors, a beautiful landscape, and tales of true love thrown in, Dog Days gives us not only marvelous animal stories but a rich portrait of the harmonious world that is Bedlam Farm.

Praise for Dog Days:

Anyone who has ever loved an animal, who owns a farm or even dreams of it, will read Dog Days with appreciation and a cathartic lump in his or her throat.
The Washington Post

Katz proves himself a Thoreau for modern times as he ponders the relationships between man and animals, humanity and nature, and the particularly smelly qualities of manure.
Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Katz constructs the perfect blend between self-revelation and his subtle brand of humor.
The Star-Ledger

City-dweller-turned-farmer Katz . . . returns with further adventures from his animal-filled upstate New York sheep farm. Charming.
People

The perfect summer book . . . You will not be disappointed.
The Philadelphia Inquirer

A new twist on the American dream.
The Christian Science Monitor

Thoroughly enchanting.
The Dallas Morning News
Customer Review: Loved it!
I have been a fan of Jon Katz since his Suburban Detective mysteries. I discovered one of his dog memoirs in an airport a few years ago, and since then I have collected them all, not to read all at once, but to save when I need a pick-me-up and know I will get some really fine writing. Dog Days may be my favorite of them all. (Of course, I probably feel that way about every installment right after I have read it.) I liked the "Dispatches" format, each chapter dealing with a particular topic or animal. It seems more leisurely. Jon Katz himself seems less frantic and more at ease in the skin of a country gentleman. I am absolutely astonished at the reviewers who judge Katz's decisions to put down or rehome an animal. He clearly agonizes over each decision, and he puts the animal's needs before his own. It is quite moving, really. Also his training methods are his own, and good for him. There is no one right way to train every dog, or even every dog of a given breed. I love how Katz studies the animal, analyzes the situation, and listens to the advice of people he thinks are smarter than him. Katz writes beautifully. I feel privileged to live in his life between the covers of each book.
Customer Review: /dog Days: Dispatches from Bedlam Farm
Jon Katz books are great gifts for owners of Border Collies. This sequal to The Dogs of Bedlam Farm was much appreciated.

Weave Poles can be the most challenging obstacle for you to teach and for your dog to learn. Many agility obstacles resemble natural obstacles that dogs could find out on a hike out in the woods, jumps, frames, and tunnels. Going over, under, or through things and places are natural for dogs,however, weaving the poles is not.

How do you teach an unnatural skill........with lots of patience, the right motivators for your dog, and a plan. There are many great methods to teach the weave poles. If you've gone to agility camps with several top instructors, you know that most have their own method . So, there is not one method that is the best or one method that produces the best weaving dog.

There are many methods of teaching weave poles. Some of these include, the Push-Pull method, the Angled Weave Approach, Chute Training, Two-Pole Method, Gate method, and more..........

How do you decide on which method to choose? Research each method and find out what you like about it and what you don't. What method are they teaching at your agility school? Most handlers just starting agility will teach the method being presented at their facility. If you attend a large agility school, sit in on some of the advanced classes and watch the skilled dogs weave. Ask those individuals how they taught their dog to weave. Most instructors have a preference of weave training, it may be the method they are teaching or it may not be.

Once you decide on a method, get the poles you want and then, outline a plan to train 5 minutes a day on weaves. Five minutes a day will take your dog much further than once a week in class. If you are into agility and want to progress, the weave poles are an absolute must to have at home.

Get your dog, grab his motivators, take a deep breath and go have fun for five minutes a day.

Brad Carlson is a dog trainer at Agility by Carlson. For more training details, visit our website at http://www.carlson-agility.com/

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HTML Dog: The Best-Practice Guide to XHTML and CSS

For readers who want to design Web pages that load quickly, are easy to update, accessible to all, work on all browsers and can be quickly adapted to different media, this comprehensive guide represents the best way to go about it. By focusing on the ways the two languages--XHTML and CSS--complement each other, Web design pro Patrick Griffiths provides the fastest, most efficient way of accomplishing specific Web design tasks. With Web standards best practices at its heart, it outlines how to do things the right way from the outset, resulting in highly optimized web pages, in a quicker, easier, less painful way than users could hope for! Split into 10 easy-to-follow chapters such as Text, Images, Layout, Lists, and Forms, and coupled with handy quick-reference XHTML tag and CSS property appendixes, HTML Dog is the perfect guide and companion for anyone wanting to master these languages. Readers can also see the lessons in action with more than 70 online examples constructed especially for the book.

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A well thought out book, easy to read and understand without knowing HTML or CSS. This is one of those book you cannot trash but only keep in your packet.

Every dog owner wants to ensure that his or her dog lives in the pink of health. It is only natural for us to wish for our dogs' good health because, after all, they are our best friends. However, despite of having the best interests in our minds, we often fail to give the right kind of health care for our dogs.

Read on to find out how you can keep your dog in the best of health:

Dogs have an in built ability to take a certain amount of care for themselves. There are a number of natural ways which keep the dog in great health. They are blessed with a natural healing system which, to a great extent, repairs cells, organs and molecules. This natural healing power is something that has ensured the dog's survival over the centuries, before man started embracing the dog into his daily life and devising ways to care for his pets. Since there is an in built natural care system in dogs, it is our duty to enhance it through our love and care, rather than repress this inherent quality through our artificial methods.

Natural healing in dogs is something that all of us have witnessed. If you see a skin injury in a dog, you will notice that it disappears after a time period of approximately two weeks. Yes, there is a certain amount of time required for the healing, but the healing does occur and it is something that happens beautifully and has the touch of Nature's perfection.

In order to take good care of your dog, you have to understand these natural health processes at first.

It is only through a thorough understanding of the natural processes which will show us the way of taking good care of our dogs. Every single day, the dog's body is repairing some kind of minor damage or the other. The numerous cells, organs and molecules in the dog's body are quick to sense damage, however small it may be, and start working on it.

There is an innate capability of healing that dogs are born with. But as responsible and caring owners, we must create ambiences which will enable the dog to heal itself to its full potential. This can be accomplished by giving our dogs a healthy diet. It is through a healthy diet, proper exercise and love and care that we can give them the best condition for staying healthy and healing themselves.

Another thing that you must ensure for your dog is regular check ups. Take your dog to a veterinarian regularly in order to check for health disorders. In cases of extreme illnesses, do not leave things to natural healing. For example, if your dog breaks its paw, you have to go for surgery immediately.

Just making sure that your dog gets these things mentioned above and you will be happy to learn that your dog will be able to live a long and healthy life. After all, that is all that we as dog lovers want, a happy, healthy and barking long life for all our dogs.

Article by Kelly Marshall from Oh My Dog Supplies - the top place to buy dog beds online

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Zutano Baby And Infant Candy Stripe Long Sleeve T-Shirt ~ Pink. This classic shirt is made of a light pink and white stripe print cotton fabric and is long sleeved. There are two button closures on right shoulder. 100% Cotton. Machine wash cold. Imported.

Dogs, like people, enjoy a gift every now and then. Purchasing something that your companion loves and benefits from is a great feeling. As with purchasing any gift, it is important to remember the likes and dislikes, the personality, and the needs of the four-legged recipient. It is also important to do a little research to ensure you purchase something worthwhile rather than junk.

We've put together a list of a few gifts that your dog might like this holiday season, or anytime praise is warranted.

Doggie Beds

Like people, sleep is an important part of a dog's life. Providing a comfortable place for him or her to sleep will not only make the dog happier but will also reduce the chances of your pet getting spine, joint and muscle problems.

To choose the right bed, watch how your dog sleeps and, along with assessing the size of your dog, try to find a bed that will compliment their habits. Dogs that sleep curled up may best appreciate a donut dog bed while active or younger dogs may be better off with a chew-proof bed. Orthopedic beds are available for older dogs that may have arthritis or incontinence.

Doggie Bowls

Dogs eat healthier when they have a food and water bowl that fits their size or breed. Large dog need elevated dog bowls so that they do not have to strain their neck to get at its food. Smaller bowls are better suited for little dogs so that they aren't forced to step into the bowl to get at a piece of kibble. Smaller bowls also keep the dog from overeating and getting sick. Newer dog bowls are now designed with dividers inside to help control overeating or fast-eating by dogs that are prone to dog bloat or are overweight.

Doggie Toys

Just like with people, doggie toys are meant to make them happy. They give your puppy entertainment, help deflect chewing, provide exercise and can be used as a reward for your dog in place of treats. To choose a good dog toy for your pet, find one that is made specifically for dogs; giving a dog a child's toy can introduce them to harmful fibers or Styrofoam inside when they chew on it. Also, make sure the toy is large enough so that the dog won't choke on it and tough enough for whatever extent of chewing your dog may do. Toys that can be filled with treats are very popular. However, make sure to only use such a toy for dogs that are not overweight.

Grooming

Grooming is sometimes difficult. Cleaning, brushing and clipping your dog while also trying to keep them calm can be a challenge for any dog owner. However, sometimes a good set of grooming tools can make the job much easier. Look into a good dog brush that thoroughly brushes as well as trims out excess hair. This will help you get to tasks done at once. If you don't feel up to grooming your pet yourself, there are hundreds of dog groomers who would love to pamper your pooch for an afternoon.

Caring for your dog's teeth has become increasingly important. Veterinarians highly recommend that dog owners invest in a good toothbrush for their pet. Dog owners can also buy oral hygiene dog food to help in this area as well.

Everyone loves buying gifts for their friends. Take the time to buy something special for that companion that greets you at the door every evening, curls up with you while you watch TV and provides you countless hours of love and companionship.

The New Dog Bowl: Give your dog the gift of health. Check out the DogPause Bowl, the best dog gift idea for your pet this holiday season.

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Cracker!: The Best Dog in Vietnam

Cracker is one of the United States Armys most valuable weapons: a German shepherd trained to sniff out bombs, traps, and the enemy. The fate of entire platoons rests on her keen sense of smell. Shes a Big Deal, and she likes it that way. Sometimes Cracker remembers when she was younger, and her previous owner would feed her hot dogs and let her sleep in his bed. That was nice, too.
Rick Hanski is headed to Vietnam. There, hes going to whip the world and prove to his family and his sergeantand everyone else who didnt think he was cut out for warwrong. But sometimes Rick cant help but wonder that maybe everyone else is right. Maybe he should have just stayed at home and worked in his dads hardware store.
When Cracker is paired with Rick, she isnt so sure about this new owner. Hes going to have to prove himself to her before shes going to prove herself to him. They need to be friends before they can be a team, and they have to be a team if they want to get home alive.
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BEWARE: This book is an amazing story, but, be warned it is full of curse words and talks of smoking in positive light etc... I am glad I have a child that came to me upon reading the first bad word. I then blacked out the word and all the ones in the rest of the book. That done ...it is a great book. It is too bad the author felt that she should put this in what otherwise would have been a good story. I don't think it is too much to expect a children's book to be free this.
Customer Review: This book is great.
"CRACKER" is one of the greatest books I have ever read in my life. It was very suspensful and mind racing. I give this book a two thumbs up. This should be on your list of books to deffinently read

There are many dogs out there that are aggressive, and if you have one you know what a problem that it can be. There are many great programs that you can buy that will teach you techniques on how to stop your dog's aggression. But what some of the lower quality programs don't teach is what kind of aggression you dog has. Knowing this can be extremely important when trying to change this behavior. Here are some of the types.

Aggression because of fear is a common one. A scared, nervous and insecure dog usually will snap, bite, and aggressively bark. This can be because of things like loud unexpected sounds.

A lot of dogs are aggressive just because they have a dominate personality. This is one of the worst types of aggression. This is because you dog may try and scare people on purpose, and may only like 1 or 2 people it knows. This selective mentality is not a dog that you want to own.

Some dogs are very possessive and they take this emotion out in the form of aggression. When a dog gets close to something sometimes it will guard it to his or her death. Stopping this type of aggression usually requires you trying to give you dog something else to grow attached to.

Finally a lot of dogs are aggressive if their territory is invaded. They will growl, and bite when someone or something approaches. Usually the only approach to this kind of aggression is to tire your dog out and then show them new things.

Most aggressive dog behavior can be controlled. All that you need to do is to find the right program out there that will teach you how to change your dogs' mindset and you will begin to see results.

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Play Together, Stay Together - Happy and Healthy Play Between People and Dogs

Play is fun, but don't be fooled into thinking it's just goofy or frivolous. Play is powerful stuff, and it has a profound influence on your relationship with your dog. This engagingly written booklet shows how play can enhance your relationship with your dog, improve your dog's responsiveness, and provide your dog with the mental and physical exercise he or she needs. Inside is up-to-date research on how to tell your dog you want to play (most of us aren't very good at it!), some charming tricks and games to wow your friends, and an important section on how not to play with your dog. If you'd like a happier, more responsive dog and a closer relationship with each other, then this booklet is for you.

Volunteering for the Chihuahua and Small Dog Rescue has made it clear that sometimes it's very difficult to determine what breeds have combined to make some dogs. Until recently, a guess was all that could be done.

Dog Breed Testing kits are now readily available and are more affordable than ever before.

Why is it so important to know the breeds present in a dog? Dog Breed Testing can tell you how big or small your dog might be. It might help you determine grooming for your dog. It can even determine what illnesses and diseases your dog might be prone to, due to genetics.

The most important reason is to help you determine your dog's potential temperament. Temperament is like the character of your dog. It's what has been handed down from generation to generation to make a breed what it is.

Temperament is why Border Collies like to herd. Temperament is why Labradors like to retrieve. Temperament helps determine if a dog is going to be good with children, or if they are going to like to running with you. It can help you understand your dog and its behavior.

We have a little 5 pound dog named Leon. He is black and tan, similar to a Doberman. We were told when we got him at 7 weeks, that he was a Chihuahua and we had no reason to think otherwise.

As he grew, we noticed that his head wasn't as round as a Chi's and he was rather lanky to be a pure Chihuahua.

Temperament wise, he was mostly Chihuahua, although he seemed to tolerate strangers better and he learned things very quickly. It took him only five minutes to learn the command "sit" when he was only 9 weeks old.

We thought that this was due to the fact that we took him everywhere and that we used positive training methods. As an adult, he is a very well adjusted dog and he is even registered as a therapy animal.

Everywhere we went, people would always ask what he was, even though Chihuahua owners always knew he was a Chi. Most people focused on his coloring and guessed he was a Miniature Pinscher.

When we noticed an advertisement for a Dog Breed Testing Kit, just had to see for ourselves what genetics had made this wonderful dog.

The kit came in the mail and was self explanatory. There are levels to each breed present that make up Leon and they will be indicated in descending order. For instance, Level One is any breed that is 75% or more present in Leon, Level Two is any breed or breeds that is 37%-74% present in Leon all the way down to Level Four.

We were sure that he is mostly Chihuahua, but very curious to see what other breed or breeds could be in his ancestry.

We took the cotton swab and ran it inside his mouth for the determined amount of time and were careful not to contaminate the evidence as we shipped it back to the laboratory.

Two weeks later, we got a letter in the mail stating that there weren't enough cells to test and they asked for another sample.

We thought that this was due to his small size and did another sample, but using his gums to get the sample, instead of the inside of his cheek.

Two weeks later, the packet came in the mail and it was proven that there were only two breeds present in his little lineage. He was Chihuahua in Level Two and he was poodle in Level Three.

We decided that this meant that one of Leon's grandparents was a poodle and that one of his parents was half poodle, half Chihuahua.

After knowing what dog breeds make up little Leon, there are a few things about him that now make sense.

His large ears that stand straight up are clearly the end result of a poodle that has large ears that lay down and a Chihuahua that has smaller ears that stand up.

His small frame and skinny body are clearly that of a Poodle, while his coloring is obviously from the Chihuahua breed.

Understanding his temperament is the most valuable information stemming from the results of the Dog Breed Test.

Taking after his Chihuahua side, Leon is very entertaining and lively. He is very playful and has lots of energy. He has bonded closely with one of his owners and cries if she leaves. He very tough and is an excellent watch dog.

On the other hand, he loves to play with dogs of all different sized and shapes and he meets most strangers with a friendly wag of his tail. He is extremely intelligent and he is really easy to train. These are the traits of the Poodle Breed.

Having the Dog Breed Test done on Leon has helped us to understand is behavior better and helps us to keep him happy.

If you ever have a chance to use the Dog Breed Testing Kit, we don't think you should hesitate one bit. It was an interesting and informative test that has brought us closer to our Leon.

Written by Jennifer Andrade of A Dog for Life, LLC , dedicated to helping you choose and find the best dog for your family. We also feature many other resources that help you have a more positive and closer relationship with your canine companion. You can find us at http://www.adogforlife.com/dog-blog

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Perhaps you already have a loving canine companion and everything is great except one little thing - your dog's digging behavior. I can see you nodding your head in agreement. Maybe you'd like to get a dog but the picture of a dog digging up the backyard you've worked so hard on makes you think twice. You might have heard the saying, "You can have a yard, or you can have a dog."

It's true that dogs like to dig, but all is not lost. It doesn't have to be an either/or situation. Here are a few tips to help keep your yard intact:

If you don't already have a dog, consider the breed you would like to get and do research to see if they are known diggers. Huskies, Malamutes, and Terriers are breeds that have a tendency to dig. However, remember each dog has its own personality and you won't be absolutely sure your dog likes to dig until you get him home (and after you've fallen in love with him.)

If your dog just has to dig, designate a digging area. Maybe you have an unfinished section on the side of the house where it's okay to dig. If you don't, put an open-bottom sandbox filled with dirt somewhere in your yard and make that the dig spot. You will have to train your dog to only dig in that area. Hide a few dog biscuits in the sandbox and start digging to give him the idea. Praise him when he digs in the right spot and correct him when he digs outside the designated area. If you're watching your dog closely and diligently, it shouldn't take him long to figure it out.

If there is a particular area that your dog likes to dig, you can shovel some of his own poop onto the spot. Dogs won't dig there for obvious reasons.

If you like your flower garden and your pooch likes your flower garden, change the type of flowers you plant. A prickly rose garden will keep the dog out and still give you pretty flowers to look at.

Change your dog's outside boundaries. If your dog is allowed to freely roam the entire backyard all day long, you're just asking for some casual digging to happen. Think about restricting him with a gated area or shortening his time outside.

These are just some ways to stop a dog from digging; using a designated area for the dog who must dig, restricting your dog's access to the yard, planting hardier, thorny plants, and using a deterrent. Try these strategies to save your yard while still keeping your beloved dog.

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The Dog That Stole Football Plays

Trouble and struggle erupt on Mike's football team when Harry, his telepathic dog, is forced to remain home, unable to give the team his supernatural advice. Reprint. C. "
Customer Review: 1st grade football fanatic could not put the book down
My newly-reading first grader couldn't put the book down. He finished the 47 or so pages in no time. The vocabulary was challenging, the plot interesting and the illustrations "grown up." It would be interesting to boys and girls, football fans and non-fans alike. If your child is not reading at the 1st grade level and able to decipher a few words like "triumphant" and "defenseman", I recommend Leonard Kessler's "Kick, Pass and Run." The difficult words are one's like "receiver" or "touchdown." Would work for a younger early reader. Note that it is easier, but still about 64 pages long.
Customer Review: Football dog!
This book is so good. The dog steals football plays to make his owner's team win. They win a lot of games with his help. One day Mike told his dog not to come with him and he didn't. Guess what happened then? Read this book to figure it out. You'll love it.

Dog rescue shelters are centers that are licensed to take care of stray dogs. Some are non-profit groups that extend their help to the society in caring for lost and abandoned pets. These are the places where beloved, outlawed, neglected, and hurt dogs are put. Some of the animals in the dog rescue shelters, which now have facilities around the world, were captured by the dog catchers patrolling in villages. The dogs caught are usually aggressive. Most of them are cross breed dogs and tends to stay and poop in the streets. As such, the authorities would have to take some action and catch them for placement in dog pounds. There are times that the dogs in rescue shelters are those that were rescued from abusive environments.

There are almost 100,000 plus dog rescue shelters in the world. One of the dog rescue shelters that can be found in the world is the Animal Placement Bureau which is located in United States of America. In this rescue shelter, some of the available dogs are for the elite classes of the society. Examples are Papillion, Chihuahuas and Pomeranians. And because these dogs are put in rescue shelters, they are spayed and neutered as necessary to avoid having many pups and many dogs to take care of. Pet dogs and cats tend to be overpopulated in these places. In the rate that they mate, dog rescue shelters would need one person for every 7 dogs or cats present.

Dog rescue shelters allow dog enthusiasts to take care and adopt some of the dogs they have spayed and neutered. And by adopting these dogs, they are also helping the society. Buying dogs at shelters become the better alternative to households that require pets. They won't have to pay too much for a dog unlike when they go straight to the breeders. But as the dog's new owner, they would have to provide the same amount of care and attention that the dog needs.

The dog rescue shelters will have the last say whether they will let the dog to be adopted or not. Some rescued dogs are fit for training to be guard dogs, therapy dogs, or sport dogs. Examples of the dogs that can be used in these kinds of works are Saint Bernard, Labrador Retrievers and Dalmatians. And because almost all of these dogs are big and aggressive, they need to undergo rigorous obedience training to be duly partnered with a police officer. After several lessons and tests, the dog will become a police dog or a bomb sniffing dog. The dogs will be able to help the police as they track the bombs perpetrated by terrorist groups.

Still in the US, a good example of their dog rescue shelter is Heidi's Legacy Dog Rescue. The objectives of this dog rescue shelter are almost similar to the rest of the dog caring institutions. They wanted to give each dog they have a loving family to take care of them and will treat them well. This shelter keeps a website and from there, it is possible to read many interesting stuffs, which will almost convince you to adopt a dog. And because almost all of the dogs that are available in Heidi's Legacy are toy dogs, you will surely end up finding the perfect one for you or your loved one. Toy dogs are cute furry creatures that will help you remove stress.

Dog rescue shelters are also responsible to find the rightful owners of the dogs that they have captured. They can also make the decision whether or not they should punish the owners or just charge some fees to spend on the finances of the dogs. Even though the dog is a crossbreed, neglected by the owner or already abandoned, the owner should still be the one to be responsible for that dog's welfare.

While dog rescue shelters continue to save dogs, it still is fast filling up with abandoned and beloved dogs. So as a responsible pet owner, you should always look after your pet and know where it is going to or frequenting. Don't let it stray too far as it may be mistaken as a lost, abandoned, or neglected dog. And you surely would be fined heavily for it.

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Let's Talk with Puppy Dog - All About A B C's

Uses a Creative Learning Method that reinforces basic concepts, increases vocabulary, and gets your child talking with confidence

This can be difficult for your dog to comprehend from other commands. Teaching your dog to "sit" is asking him/her to take a specific action. Here you are asking your dog to do nothing, but to hold still in it's current position.

Teaching The Stay Command

You want to combine stay with another command, such as sit or down. Start with sit. When your dog is sitting, don't praise immediately, but tell him/her "stay." You'll be using the same brisk tone you use to give your dog the sit, stand and down command, so he/she knows you're asking it to do something, but he/she doesn't know what. Odds are he/she will sit there and look at you. After just a few seconds of holding the sit, praise your dog with a treat.

With stay, you should use a release word before you praise, to let the dog know he/she is done. Most trainers use "okay." At the end of a successful stay, say, "Okay! Good boy/girl!"

If he/she breaks the sit, put him/her into sit again, tell him/her stay again, and release and praise after a few seconds of sitting. Remember, make the stay for a very short period when you start, because you want your dog to be doing the correct thing so you can praise and reward him/her. It won't take long before your dog realizes that holding still and keeping in a sit is what you want.

Now start inching further away from him/her while your dog stays, and making the stay longer. You should be able to work up to a minute stay. Then begin combining stay with the down command, and follow the same procedure as with the sit-stay. Give the command, and release and praise within a few seconds, gradually increasing the time and your distance from the dog.

If you've followed these steps, you have a dog with a good basic grounding in obedience training. Now you'll want to take him/her out into the wider world and continue on with training. You can sign up for obedience class, and investigate other interesting fields for a trained dog, such as retrieving and agility.

Derrick Madison has two wonderful dogs, and shares his dog training methods on his blog. For more information on dog training techniques, and how to deal with problem dog behavior, you can visit his blog at: Dog Behavior Training 101

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Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!, The

Sesame Street veteran and Emmy Award-winner Mo Willems returns with a fast, funny follow-up to Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!--only this time, the short-tempered pigeon faces his perfect foil in a "special guest star" duckling. In the previous Pigeon book, author and illustrator Willems expertly distilled the escalating emotions of preschoolers all too anxious to get their way. The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog--also a simple and sparsely illustrated story--explores the flip side of that coin, exposing the poker-face persuasive powers of young negotiators. The pigeon just wants to greedily eat the hot dog that he's found: "Oooooh! A hot dog! Yummy! Yummy! Yummy!" Then along comes the duckling, "scooty scoot scoot!" with his insistent questions about hot dogs: "What do they taste like?...Would you say that it tastes like chicken?...Hey, I'm a curious bird." At first, the pigeon entertains the duckling, "Each morsel is a joy! A celebration in a bun!", but then he soon suspects the little bird might have designs on his delicious dog. In the end, of course, the clever duckling gets his way--and half of the hot dog: "You know, you're pretty smart for a duckling." (Ages Baby to Preschool) --Paul Hughes
Customer Review: The Pigeon series is wonderful!
I bought this book as a gift for my 7 year old niece and 3 year old nephew. They LOVE it! My niece called me just to read an excerpt to me. This whole series about the pigeon is fantastic and I think kids can really relate to it. I highly recommend it!
Customer Review: Great Willems Book
This is an excellent book by Mo Willems again! Second only to "Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late" in our house, this funny comedy act between the Pigeon and the duckling is classic. Learn how they becomes friends and why sharing is fun in this book.

Stopping dog barking can be somewhat difficult if you don't know what you are doing. Before I learned some dog training advice I had a difficult time getting my dog to stay in one spot more than a second! Fortunately, it is not hard to train a dog to stop barking and simply takes some knowledge of dogs and why they are barking.

Dogs bark for many different reasons. Some of these reasons can include, but aren't only, frustration, separation anxiety, or territory. A dog barking is always for some reason. Dogs don't just bark to bark. If they did...neighborhoods would have sound proofed gates.

One way to stop your dogs barking is by teaching him a command that is linked with making him stop barking. Simply tell him the command whenever he begins to bark. Make sure he knows that this command is telling him not to bark and not reinforcing his barking. At first, this will be somewhat difficult as when a dog barks it is usually totally consumed by what it is barking at.

It is somewhat difficult getting a dogs attention when they are barking. A good solution to this would be to make some distraction that will take your dog's attention. A good distraction would be a sound. Dogs are very perceptible to sound so if you provide a provocative sound then the dog will immediately turn towards the sound and seem to forget what it was barking at.

For example, ring a loud bell and the dog will turn towards the bell and stop barking. Eventually it will link the bell to the sound if you do this enough times. You won't even have to ring the bell as the dog will know the sound is coming when he just sees the bell.

Another way for stopping barking is to keep the dog occupied and busy when you are lone. If your dog suffers anxiety when he is left alone then this is a good solution. Leave some new things or games for your dog to do when you leave it alone. Try hiding treats around and having the dog search for them when you are away. Or buy some toys that moves around and he'll chase it. Your dog will forget it was even alone. This technique is good, however, is not a great permanent solution.

Having to give your dog something to do every time you leave is not reasonable and will take lots of time. It is better to train your dog to behave well.

Thomas Rye recommends a great program for stopping dog barking Anybody can do it and will get a much better behaved dog

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