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Is It Safe to Give Puppies Baby Formula?
It is only safe to give very young puppies baby formula if it has been modified for the nutritional needs of puppies. This should only be used as a temporary solution when commercially made dog milk is not available.
How to Stop a Dog From Biting Hands
As the old saying goes, "Don't bite the hand that feeds you"; unfortunately, many dogs have never heard it. Dog bites are painful, but when they come from your own, beloved pet, they are emotionally as well as physically painful. Most dog owners unknowingly encourage such behavior in early puppyhood
5 Fun Dog House Designs
Are you looking for ways to make your dog house a bit more exciting? It's pretty easy to add decorative bits and pieces to an existing dog house design. Here are some ideas!
Pets In the Raw - Dog Food That Is
I want to talk about raw dog food and the pros and cons of raw verses manufactured. I have to say that I have tried raw meat and poultry for my dogs and it took a bit for them to get used to it. When they did get used to it they loved it. I will never do it again though.
Buying a Breeders Dog - Your Head Verses Your Heart
Which breeders dog would you trust? This is a vital question that every owner must ask before purchasing a breeders dog otherwise you may get caught out.
Information About Bichon Russell Mix Puppies
Bichon Russell puppies, also known as "Jackie-Bichon" puppies, are a mix of two purebred dogs--the Bichon Frise and the Jack Russell. Mixing two purebred dogs to create a hybrid, or designer dog, has become very popular. The Bichon Frise and Jack Russell each possess similar characteristics such as
Keepsake Jewelry - Keeping Loved Ones Close
There are many more people choosing cremation over burial nowadays. There are a number of practical reasons to explain why people prefer cremation, but in this article we will take a look at what is called keepsake jewelry for ashes.
Training Your Dog to Stop Barking
How to stop your dog from barking can seem to be one of the hardest things to do right? Especially when barking is part of a dog's way of communicating and protection. I know that there are times when a dog will just bark for no apparent reason.
How to Make Your Own Hypoallergenic Shampoo for Dogs
Most commercial shampoos have dyes and scents that can aggravate skin problems, especially in dogs that may have allergies or sensitive skin. A dog with allergies will scratch excessively, which results in skin rash, dandruff or rough, flaky skin. Using natural grooming products not only keeps skin
Yorkshire Terrier Training - Tips and Tricks on How to Train Your Yorkie
Yorkshire Terrier training can be a tough thing to accomplish at first when you bring your little Yorkie home the first time. You will experience at first the love that this little dog breed brings to you and you will tend to want to spoil your Yorkshire Terrier in the first few weeks.
How to Review Dog Training Books
So many training books, so little time. How can you possibly decide which book will get you the quickest results? Here are some of my favorites.
Proper Crate Training for Puppies
If you just brought home a new puppy, start its training immediately. One important aspect of training a puppy is crate training. Don't worry. It is not cruel to keep a dog in a crate. It is a dog's instinct to find a "den" and if you crate train your puppy properly it will come to see its crate as
4 Sure Fire Steps to Stop Dog Barking at Night! Learn How I Stopped My Pet From Making Noise!
Dogs bark because it's their way to communicate with the surrounding world. You can't eliminate this behavior entirely because it's essential to your pet's well-being. However, there are some techniques that can be used to reduce the amount of barking experienced, particularly us
16 Behavior Changes That May Be An Indication of Health Related Problems In Dogs
Virtually all dogs have moments when they behave uncharacteristically, or inappropriately. When behavioral episodes occur it is easy for pet parents to write these types of behavior off as instinctive or animalistic. While this certainly can be the case all pet parents should be aware that a multitu
The Working Group
The AKC (American Kennel Club), and indeed, every National Kennel Club and dog registry, classifies each dog breed based on its original function. This is a list of the Working Group - dogs that were developed to do specific tasks (or several different ones) tirelessly over long hours.
Boarding and Training: An Overview
Boarding and training is an option for training a dog. Find out the pros and cons to board and train dog training to see if this is right for you and your dog.
Things to Consider When Buying a Dog Heat Pad
Dogs have very natural needs, so you want to choose a fabric with that in mind, something close to what they're used to as related to they're skin and fur type. The closer it is in the look and feel of what's common to them, the more comfortable they'll be with it, and the more l
How to Train Your Dog to Use the Kitty Litter Box
A dog quickly loses his status as man's best friend when he starts using your clothing, carpets, bedding, floors and furniture as his own personal toilet. The smell of dog urine can linger for months or years. If you live in an apartment or condo without a yard, or if you spend your entire day at wo
Choosing a Dog Breed That Suits Your Family
Many families when they are ready to adopt a puppy or dog do so based on how cute they think the dog is, but when you have children, you have to make sure the breed is compatible. If you choose a breed that does not necessarily do well with children, such as a Pit Bull, what happens is the dog ends
Are Dog Food Vegetables Good For Your Dog?
Many dog food companies feed your dog a steady diet of their ingredients, but are dog food vegetables good for your dog, or do then need more substance?