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How to Prevent Your Puppy From Being Food Aggressive
Do you have a problem with your puppy who is protective of his food? Some of this behavior can be traced back from dog's evolution from the wolf, when they had to fight for their share of the food. We'll explain the pack mentality, and how to use this information to get a less aggressive d
How to Keep a Dog's Claws From Tearing Furniture
If your dog's claws tear the furniture, they may be too long or improperly trimmed. By maintaining a short nail length, you nprevent damage to your floors and furniture, and discomfort in your dog's feet. Some trimming methods won't fully guard against snags, though. Explore different options with t
Golden Retriever Dog Grooming - What You Should Know About Caring For His Ears and Teeth
As a breed, Golden Retrievers require a minimum amount of regular grooming to remain clean and attractive. A little brushing, an occasional bath and a bit of trimming pretty much cover the needs of a Golden.
Antibiotics for Tear Staining in Dogs
Tear-staining is a common ailment in dogs that many people believe to be a purely cosmetic problem, but tear stains can be a sign of serious infection or problems. The most common causes are red yeast or bacterial infections and can be treated with antibiotics. Tylan powder, Albaplex and Metronidazo
What to Put on a Pet ID Tag
Identifying your pet with a simple name tag can drastically improve the chances that your missing pet is returned to you. Each year, thousands of lost animals are dropped off at area shelters with little or no identification. Nearly all of these animals will never see their owners again because the
Dog Training: Prevention Versus Cure
For safety purposes, we will discuss the three most important dog training commands. By recognizing your dog's success with these commands and praising them, you can increase the bond between you and your dog dramatically.
Miniature Doberman Pinscher Facts
The Miniature Doberman Pinscher looks like a small Doberman. In fact, it has no relationship to the Doberman breed and its correct name is Miniature Pinscher. The breed first appeared in Germany and is the result of breeding the Italian Greyhound with the Dachshund. The dogs are similar in temperame
How to Fix a Good Dog Pen
Dogs have been a fixture of human society for centuries. Commonly used as hunting companions and war weapons, dogs have made the transition into loving family companions. Keeping your dog contained at all times is not only essential for his own safety, but an effective way to keep him from being a n
Flea Treatment Options for Your Dog That Work
What are the best options for treating fleas for your dog? Find out more about what flea treatment options for your dog are best and are proven to actually work. Why just keep fleas away for a few days? Get rid of them for good. Read on to find out a lot more right now.
Make Sure Your Dog Does Not Become Another Statistic
Do you have a dog that you love and care for unconditionally and the thought of something happening to them such as escaping from home or being run over by a car sends shivers down your spine? Well unfortunately there are millions of dogs every year that enter shelters because they have either been
Get Rid of Your Dog's Tapeworms Now
Dogs can develop internal and external parasites, and tapeworms are the most common internal parasites dogs suffer from. The best way to prevent tapeworm infections is to prevent flea and lice infestations. There are many flea treatments available ranging from flea collars to spot on treatments and
House Training a Dog is Not Difficult
If you are planning to get a new puppy or you have recently purchased one, you may be worrying about how difficult it will be to house train your new puppy. Believe it or not, house training a dog really does not have to be difficult. As a general rule, most dogs are actually quite clean animals, an
About Training a Puppy
A well-trained dog is a welcome addition to the family, but a dog that chews up his owner's possessions, barks at the neighbors or jumps on visitors can quickly become a problem. Training a puppy starts as soon as you bring him home; patience and consistency are imperative to success. According to t
What Is Primal Dog Food?
Primal dog food is simply the type of diet that your pooch was accustomed to eating thousands of years ago, before they were domesticated. You know, back when your ancestor would drag his wife by her hair back into the cave they shared to spend "quality time". Or steal their neighbor'
Brad Pattison Vs Cesar Millan
While there are many fully qualified, top notch trainers out there these days; the 2 most well known, both with their own weekly television programs are Brad Pattison ("At the End of My Leash" airing on Slice Network) and Cesar Millan ('The Dog Whisperer' airing on National Geogr
How to Get Rid of the Smell of Skin Problems in a Dog
One of the first signs of skin problems in a dog is a foul odor on the coat. Depending on what is causing the smell, it may require a two-pronged approach to help treat it. A common cause is bacteria, fungi and yeast overgrowth on the skin. It may be necessary to manage this problem internally, with
Yeast in Dogs From Antibiotics
Dogs normally do not develop yeast (candida) infections from antibiotic therapy, but it can happen on occasion. Antibiotics prescribed to treat common bacterial infections can cause an overgrowth of yeast on the dog's skin, digestive tract or within its ears. Abstaining from using antibiotics and fi
Are There Foods Dogs Should Avoid?
Even though your dog will likely eat anything, there are foods dogs should avoid. They are much like humans though and can develop a desire for the taste of those items that aren't healthy for them. Your job is to make sure your pet gets the right combination of vitamins and nutrients that it n
Side Effects of Albon for Dogs
Coccidiosis is a common infection in puppies.puppies image by Bobi from Fotolia.comAn antibiotic the FDA approves for use in dogs and cats, Albon is the brand name for the drug sulfadimethoxine. Albon is classified to treat bacterial infections and, per the FDA, "enteritis associated with...
What Is Quadritop Ointment?
Quadritop ointment is a medication that is required by law to be used by or directed for use by a licensed veterinarian as of 2010. This ointment is used in four different ways: anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antipruritic and antifungal. The treatment is used for various disorders affecting cats