Avoid holiday food pitfalls
Protect your dog from holiday food dangers including bones, chocolate, nuts, alcohol, raisins and grapes, and garlic and onions.
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Is it better to have two dogs? If you plan to leave your dog during the day while you are at work, it may be better to have two dogs so that they can keep each other company.
Help your dog sleep all night: The most common cause of canine insomnia is pent-up energy. Help your dog sleep through the night by making sure she gets plenty of exercise.
Why does my dog get hiccups? Dog hiccups are so common some veterinarians think that they can be a part of the laundry list of “growing pains” some puppies must endure.
Could my dog have canine autism? Most puppies and dogs diagnosed with “canine autism” are reactive and often lack socialization skills. Reactive animals often inherit an anxiety disorder.
Use music to soothe separation anxiety: Soothe dog separation anxiety with music, not medication. The right tune can calm your dog so he can relax and fall asleep.
Aggressive puppy warning signs: Common aggressive puppy behavior warning signs: snarling, growling, mounting, snapping, lunging, challenging stance, aggressive barking and biting.
Couch potato dogs for couch potato owners: Make an honest assessment of your lifestyle to help you choose the right dog. If you’re a couch potato, get a couch potato dog, not a high energy dog.
Choose the right place to board your dog
Board your dog: get the best service your budget will allow. Don’t scrimp on the cost. Find a place where your dog will be happy and comfortable.
Keep your dog strong and healthy
Healthy dog: Early, pre-emptive awareness and action, can often prevent unnecessary pain, exhortative veterinary expenses and even heartbreak.
Prepare your dog for the arrival of a new baby
Prepare dog for baby: Focus on obedience training. Make sure the dog follows basic commands including sit, down, and stay.
Choose the right name for your dog
Many dog owners choose a dog name based on their favorite book or movie characters, geographical locations, foods, liquors, and sports teams.
Stop your dog’s food aggression
Never tolerate food aggression. Your dog should respect you and understand you always have the right to give and take away food.
Make your home and yard dog safe
Much like you would prep your home for a two-legged little one, puppy proofing eliminates potential dangers by keeping your dog safe from household hazards.
Make changes to accommodate your aging dog
Aging dog: Be prepared to modify diet, daily walks, potty schedule, areas of home to help your dog as he ages. Be patient.
Help your dog overcome her fear of stairs
Overcome dog stairs fear by training a young puppy to go up and down stairs while they are still fearless, rubbery and bounce.
Help rescues and shelters find new homes for abandoned dogs
Rescue dogs need forever homes. Before adopting, do your homework about the breed you choose and make sure you have the time to take on a dog.
