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And-The-Smartest-Dogs-Are

Dog Quote: Money will buy a pretty good dog, but it won't buy the wag of his tail.
....Josh Billings

And The Smartest Dogs Are...

While we would all like to think we have the smartest dog in the world there are some breeds that are generally more intelligent than others.
In this newsletter we will look at the do...Continued Here

And-the-Top-Five-Dogs-Are

Here's Today's Joke: Why don't dogs make good dancers?
Because they have two left feet!

This newsletter looks at the top five dogs based on intelligence.

And at number five on that list is the Doberman.
It is important that the Doberman is trained early on in its life, as they can be quite temperamental.
If...Continued Here

The-Lifespan-of-Your-Dog

Here's Today's Joke: When is a stray dog most likely going to walk into your house?
When you leave the door open.

Many people believe that the lifespan of the dog should be considerably more than what we expect.

And this is due to the foods that we feed our pets.
The pet foods that we buy from the supermarkets h...Continued Here

Is-Your-Dog-Safe

Dog Quote: When you leave them in the morning, they stick their nose in the door crack and stand there like a portrait until you turn the key eight hours later.
....Erma Bombeck

Is your dog living in a safe environment?

Silly question isn't it but not quite as silly as you might think at first.

We all like ...Continued Here

Professional-Dog-Walkers

Here's Today's Joke: What kind of dog sounds like you can eat it?
A sausage dog.

If you are elderly or incapacitated in some way then you might need to look at getting someone to assist with taking your dog for a walk or run so they get sufficient exercise.

If you work long hours and don't have the time to take your ...Continued Here

Online-Pet-Store-for-Convenience

Here's Today's Joke: Why is it called a litter of puppies?
Because they make such a mess.

We all seem to have less and less time to do the things that we want these days.

Fortunately due to the convenience of the Internet we don't need to forget our best friend simply because we haven't got the time to get to the loc...Continued Here

Online-Pet-Product-Sales

Here's Today's Joke: What kind of dog can you eat?
A hot dog.

Every year billions of dollars are spent on dog food and veterinary care.

It is a huge market and the people who are selling goods in this market are constantly trying to offer better products at better prices.

This is great for dog lovers like u...Continued Here

Dog-Allergies

Here's Today's Joke: What did the Dalmatian say when he had finished his meal?
That hit the spots.

Just like their owners, dogs can suffer from allergies too.

Some of these allergies can be related to the foods that they eat where some of the cheaper brands of dog food have coloring and preservatives that can cause a...Continued Here

Dog-Ailments

Dog Quote: Ladies and gentlemen are permitted to have friends in the kennel but not in the kitchen.
....George Bernard Shaw

Dogs can suffer from similar ailments that we get as we age, including arthritis and pain in the joints.

Some breeds of dogs are more prone than others to getting certain ailments and you need t...Continued Here

More-Information-on-Dog-Food

Dog Quote: If dogs could talk, perhaps we'd find it just as hard to get along with them as we do people.
....Karel Capek

More information on dog food

You need to consider various different factors when feeding your dog.
You certainly wouldn't want to be feeding a sedentary dog as much food as one that is exercis...Continued Here

Is-Your-Dog-Eating-Grass

Dog Quote: They say the dog is man's best friend.
I don't believe that.
How many of your friends have you neutered?
....Larry Reeb

What does it mean if you see your dog eating grass?

There are two main reasons why your dog will be eating grass.

The first reason is to help it to enduce vomiting.Continued Here

Cost-Efficient-High-Quality-Dog-Food

Dog Quote: Acquiring a dog may be the only opportunity a human ever has to choose a relative.
....Mordecai Siegal

In an earlier newsletter I talked about allergies and how many of these are related to the food that your dog eats.

This is due to all the filler, colors and preservatives that the dog food manufacturers ...Continued Here

Junk-Foods-for-Dogs

Here's Today's Joke: What is a dog's favorite dinner?
Anything that is on your plate.

There has been a marked deterioration in the general health of dogs since the introduction of processed dog foods.

Many of these foods offer very little nutritional value but it is their convenience and the fact that they have added...Continued Here

Does-Your-Dog-Eat-Too-Much

Dog Quote: Man is an animal that makes bargains; no other animal does this....no dog exchanges bones with another.
....Adam Smith

How much food does your dog really need?

Along with the general population of people, dogs are also suffering from obesity from eating the wrong food and eating too much food.

It...Continued Here

Toys-for-Your-Dog

Dog Quote: Life is like a dogsled team.
If you ain't the lead dog, the scenery never changes.
....Lewis Grizzard

Toys, Toys, Toys.

Dogs are a lot like children.
They love toys.
They love things to play with.

Dogs grow older but they never really do grow up do they?
And they will always g...Continued Here

Boost-Your-Dogs-Intelligence-with-Toys

Dog Quote: The great pleasure of a dog is that you make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, he will make a fool of himself too.
....Samuel Butler

There are many benefits in giving your dog the right toys to play with.

While most people think that dog toys are only to relieve boredom this i...Continued Here

Toys-Keep-Your-Dog-Entertained

Dog Quote: The pug is living proof that God has a sense of humor.
....Margot Kaufman

Food cubes are great toys to buy for almost any dog as they make the dog think before they can be rewarded with the food.

This can keep a dog entertained for a long time and is a good remedy for a dog that gets bored while you are aw...Continued Here

A-Well-Trained-Dog

Dog Quote: Dogs are our link to paradise.
They don't know evil or jealousy or discontent.
To sit with a dog on a hillside on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing nothing was not boring .... It was peace.
....Milan Kundera

Is certainly a lot more fun for you to have an obedient and trained dog. &nbs...Continued Here

Stop-Puppies-Biting

Dog Quote: To his dog, every man is Napoleon; hence the constant popularity of dogs.
....Aldous Huxley

Puppies love to bite.
The do it naturally but it is something that they must be taught not to do.
This needs to be addressed while they are young because dog bites can lead to all sorts of problems including legal a...Continued Here

Leash-Training-Your-Dog

Dog Quote: Oh, that dog!
Ever hear of a German shepherd that bites its nails?
Barks with a lisp?
You say, "Attack!" And he has one.
All he does is piddle.
He's nothing but a fur-covered kidney that barks.
....Phillis Diller

Training your dog to not pull on the leash

One of the most common pro...Continued Here

Stop-Your-Dog-Jumping-on-People

Dog Quote: They have dog food for constipated dogs.
If your dog is constipated, why screw up a good thing?
Stay indoors and let 'em bloat!
....David Letterman

Jumping on People

No matter how much we might enjoy our pet jumping up to greet us, there are many people who dislike having a strange dog coming up ...Continued Here

Dogs-That-Escape

Here's Today's Joke: Why did the Dachshund bite the woman's ankle?
Because he couldn't reach any higher.

No owner likes to get a call from the pound telling them that their dog has been picked up for roaming the streets, but even the best trained dog can escape and end up in places where it shouldn't be.

In many town...Continued Here

Stopping-Your-Dog-from-Chewing

Dog Quote: The other day I saw two dogs walk over to a parking meter. One of them says to the other, "How do you like that? Pay toilets!"
....Dave Starr

Stopping your dog from chewing everything in sight.

It is only natural for dogs to want to chew.
It is a natural instinct, but they need to be trained what they...Continued Here

Reward-training-your-dog

Here's Today's Joke: Why do dogs wag their tails?
Because no one else will do it for them.

Reward training your dog

Reward training is quite possibly one of the oldest methods of training dogs, dating back to the days when people started trying to domesticate wild animals.
It is probably the method of dog traini...Continued Here

Stop-that-Dog-from-Whining

Dog Quote: My advice to any diplomat who wants to have good press is to have two or three kids and a dog.
....Carl Rowan

So you have a problem with a whining dog?

It is not unusual for people to have problems, particularly with puppies whining all day long.
Most puppies will outgrow this behavior.

They...Continued Here

Why-is-the-Dog-Barking

Dog Quote: Don't make the mistake of treating your dogs like humans, or they'll treat you like dogs.
....Martha Scott

There is nothing quite as annoying in a quiet neighborhood as a dog that continues to bark all day.

There is always a reason why a dog will continue to bark and more often than not it is related to bo...Continued Here

Is-Your-Dog-a-Digger

Dog Quote: I went to an exclusive kennel club.
It was very exclusive.
There was a sign out front: "No Dogs Allowed."
....Phil Foster

Dogs love to dig but this can be a problem if that lovely landscaped yard of yours looks like a minefield from all the holes that your dog has dug.

No doubt if you have a dog ...Continued Here

Teaching-an-Old-Dog-New-Tricks

Here's Today's Joke: Why do dogs run around in circles?
Because its too hard to run in squares.

It is always a lot easier to teach a puppy the right things to do when they are young, but it is not impossible to eliminate the bad habits of an older dog.

The first step obviously is the need to make sure the dog underst...Continued Here

Dogs-Love-Crates

Dog Quote: There are three faithful friends....an old wife, an old dog and ready money.
....Ben Franklin.

Many people are under the false impression that you can only crate train puppies and they refrain from crate training older dogs as they think it is too difficult.

There are also many people who think crate train...Continued Here

There-are-Times-when-You-Will-Need-to-be-Apart

Here's Today's Joke: Why did the Eskimo call his dog Frost?
Because Frost bites.

Unless you have no intention of ever being apart from your dog, then it is a wise decision to train it to be happy while you have periods apart.

As we have our pets for many years there will generally be times when there is no alternativ...Continued Here

Poodle-Breed-Information

So You Want a Standard Poodle

Some people take one look at the fluffy, immaculately groomed Standard Poodles in the show ring and discount them as silly, shallow dogs. However, the Standard Poodle is considered by many people to be the most intelligent breed in the world, with the reasoning ability of a three year old child.  

Beagle-Breed-Information

So You Want a Beagle

When you think of Beagles, you probably picture a pack of these little guys baying at the top of their lungs as they race after a fox or rabbit. While it is true that these dogs are popular hunting dogs and have been used to hunt for several centuries, they also make wonderful family pets.

The Beagle has...Continued Here

What-About-a-Seond-Dog

Buying a Second Dog

If you are a dog lover, you may feel that one dog is not enough. However, before you add a second dog to your household, there are a few important points you should consider.

First, you may want to consider your dog's nature. If your beloved pet is a bit of a bully and the new dog isn't submissive, there a...Continued Here

Rottweiler-Breed-Information

Is a Rottweiler the Right Breed for You?

Do you need a protective dog that is intelligent and devoted to its owners? If so, you may want to consider buying a Rottweiler. These big dogs were bred to be very versatile working dogs. They guard their homes and families, excel in agility training, and think that they are tiny lapdogs when t...Continued Here

Newfoundland-Breed-Information

Should You Buy a Newfoundland?

If you are looking for a family dog that will devote himself to keeping your children from getting into trouble, you may want to buy a Newfoundland. These massive dogs have an innate desire to rescue people who are in danger and have an incredibly sweet and gentle nature. However, before you buy a Newfou...Continued Here

Labrador-Breed-Information

Is a Labrador Retriever the Right Dog Breed for You?

If you want a dog that has a bubbly personality and a strong desire to make you happy, you may want to consider buying a Labrador Retriever. Of course, these big, exuberant dogs aren't for everyone. Before you buy one of these roly-poly little puppies, you may want to consider some ...Continued Here

Greyhound-Breed-Information

Is a Greyhound Right For You?

The Greyhound is a breed with the tragic ability to run fast. Many Greyhound owners use their dogs to compete in races and put them down when they loose too many races. However, these dogs can also be wonderful pets and many of them are rehabilitated by Greyhound rescues.

Before you open your he...Continued Here

German-Shepard-Dog-Breed

German Shepard Dog Breed

So You Want a German Shepherd

Ever since Rin Tin Tin became a famous television personality, the German Shepherd has gone from an already popular dog breed to one of the most well known breeds on earth. This versatile dog breed seems to be everywhere that a dog can be of help, from war torn countries ...Continued Here

How-to-Become-a-Dog-Breeder

How to Become a Dog Breeder

If you are a dog lover who has a special place in your heart for one particular dog breed, you may decide to devote yourself to bettering that breed. Many times, this involves working with dogs from a particular bloodline to try to create specific traits that will be passed down through future generations. ...Continued Here

Dalmation-Breed-Information

So You Want a Dalmation

With the popularity of the Disney cartoons featuring Dalmations, it is no wonder that this breed is in demand. However, few Dalmations act like the dogs in these movies, although Dalmation puppies can certainly get into plenty of mischief, just as their cartoon counterparts can.

The Dalmation is a mem...Continued Here

Cocker-SPanial-Breed-Information

Is a Cocker Spaniel Right for You?

The Cocker Spaniel is such a pretty, graceful dog in the show ring that it is hard to imagine that this breed was developed to be a working dog. However, before Cocker Spaniels were bred for their long, flowing coats, these bouncy little dogs were developed to be able to work tirelessly alongside hunt...Continued Here

Choosing-the-Right-Breed-of-Dog

Choosing the Right Dog Breed - A Step By Step Guide

Did you know that there are several hundred dog breeds? With that large number of breeds to choose from, how do people manage to decide which breed is right for them? Luckily, you can narrow down the choices and find the right dog breed by following a few simple steps.

Fir...Continued Here

Bulldog-Breed-Information

So You Want a Bulldog

A Bulldog is much more than a pair of sad eyes and droopy jaws, but this dog's appearance is a major reason for its popularity. The other reason these dogs are so popular is that they have a sweet and gentle nature.

This breed was originally created to help butchers slaughter bulls. Some people used t...Continued Here

Boxer-Breed-Information

Is a Boxer the Right Breed for You?

If you want a dog that is a marshmallow with your children, but a strong deterrent to criminals, you may want to take a look at the Boxer. The Boxer gets its name from its habit of using its front legs to box when it is fighting. These powerful dogs were originally used as hunting dogs, although the...Continued Here

Bloodhound-Breed-Informaion

Should You Buy a Bloodhound?

The Bloodhound is a familiar sight in movies that feature escaped convicts. Although the sound of these big dogs baying as they find the scent they are searching for may be a chilling sound to an escapee, it can be a comforting sound. After all, Bloodhounds are also used to track people who are lost or diso...Continued Here

Beagle-Breed-Information

So You Want a Beagle

When you think of Beagles, you probably picture a pack of these little guys baying at the top of their lungs as they race after a fox or rabbit. While it is true that these dogs are popular hunting dogs and have been used to hunt for several centuries, they also make wonderful family pets.

The Beagle has...Continued Here

Be-Aware-of-Dog-Changes

Dog Quote: Properly trained, a man can be dog's best friend.
....Corey Ford

One of the best things you can do for your dog besides regular exercise, good food, water and shelter, is to be aware of any changes that it might exhibit in all aspects of it's life.
Particularly as dogs get older they might seem like they are just...Continued Here

Dogs-love-to-socialize-too

Dog Quote: The more I see of the depressing stature of people; the more I admire my dogs.
....Alphonse de Lamartine

Dogs love to socialize and taking your pet to places that they have never been before is a great adventure that will help stimulate them both mentally and physically.

When they interact with other dogs an...Continued Here

About-Show-Dogs

Show Dogs

Many breeds of dogs are used for show purposes only. While they are pampered and catered to, they are a way for the owners to make some serious money on the show circuit. These dogs are purebreds and have papers as well to show that they are indeed a full bloodline of the species.

The looks and the behavior of a show dog are ...Continued Here

What-Are-Dog-Worms

Dog Quote: Heaven goes by favor; if it went by merit, you would stay out and your dog would go in.
....Mark Twain

Does your dog have worms?

There are two types of worms that you are likely to have to contend with in keeping your dog healthy, and they are the round worms and the tapeworms.

Round worms are the ...Continued Here

What-About-Dog-Insurance

Dog Quote: When a man's dog turns against him it is time for a wife to pack her trunk and go home to mama.
....Mark Twain

Dog insurance is something more and more people are considering to cover them in the event that their dog might get involved in an attack that could lead to legal action.

This might seem strange that ...Continued Here

Dog-Treadmills

Dog Quote: I know that dogs are pack animals, but it is difficult to imagine a pack of standard poodles...and if there was such a thing as a pack of standard poodles, where would they rove to? Bloomingdale's?
....Yvonne Clifford

Is your dog getting depressed?

It is not uncommon for dogs to get depressed.
They can ...Continued Here

The-Best-Dog-Food

Dog Quote: A man bitten by a dog, whether the animal is mad or not, is apt to get mad himself.
....George D. Prentice

Dog Food

It is important that you select the correct food for your dog.
With all the fancy packaging and advertising that is available these days it can be difficult determining what food is best f...Continued Here

A-Diet-of-Good-Dog-Food-and-Good-Dog-Exercise

Dog Quote: You never realize a dog is a man's best friend until you start betting on horses.
....Anonymous

To stay fit and healthy and happy and strong, a dog needs good exercise and good food just as humans do.
They're an important part of our families, and they rely on us understanding their needs, as they cannot talk to ...Continued Here

Dangerous-Dog-Foods

Dog Quote: A dog is like an eternal Peter Pan, a child who never grows old and who therefore is always available to love and be loved.
....Aaron Katcher

Many people are unaware that some of the foods that we eat on regular basis can be deadly to your dog.

A piece of chocolate can cause seizures, coma and death.
Even...Continued Here

Top-Quality-Food-for-Your-Dog

Dog Quote: The more I see of men the more I like dogs.
....Madame de Stael

Just as we perform better when we eat the best foods, your dog will also be healthier if you feed it premium high quality pet food.

The top brands of dog food, while often a little more expensive also have higher quality ingredients that will gi...Continued Here

Overcoming-Dog-Boredom

Here's Today's Joke: Why do dogs bury bones?
Because they can't hide them in trees.

Dogs are a lot like children.
They need stimulation or they will get bored and we all know the trouble children can be when they get bored.

Bored dogs are generally unhappy dogs and they are also the dogs that are most likely to ge...Continued Here

Dog-Crate-Training

Dog Quote: I have a great dog.
She's half Lab, half pit bull.
A good combination.
Sure, she might bite off my leg, but she'll bring it back to me.
....Jimi Celeste

Crate Training

One of the best things you can do for your puppy early in life is crate training.
Many people are under the misconception...Continued Here

Addressing-the-Problem-of-Dog-Boredom

Here's Today's Joke: Why did the dog chase his tail?
Because he was trying to make ends meet.

Boredom

Dogs get bored just like adults and children
Assuming that your dog is happy to just lie around all day or stay on it's own while you are at work could lead to a very unhappy animal.

Learn More About How...Continued Here

Preventing-Unwanted-Dog-Urination

Dog Quote: If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you.
This is the principal difference between a dog and a man.
....Mark Twain

Preventing Unwanted Urination.

There are a number of reasons why dogs have problems with inappropriate urination and in some cases defecation.
Unfort...Continued Here

The-Call-to-Come-Command-Dog-Training

Dog Quote: A dog is the only thing on this earth that loves you more than he loves himself.
....Josh Billings

The Command to Come when Called.

One of the most basic and important commands that you will need to teach your dog is to come when called.
No matter what else happens, if you have taught your dog this comm...Continued Here

Dog-Separation-Anxiety

Dog Quote: They are better than human beings, because they know but do not tell.
....Emily Dickenson

Separation Anxiety

Many people are unaware that separation anxiety even exists with their dog.
There are many different traits that can be seen in a dog due to separation anxiety.

When we leave home for w...Continued Here

The-Leader-of-the-Dog-Pack

Dog Quote: They never talk about themselves but listen to you while you talk about yourself, and keep up an appearance of being interested in the conversation.
....Jerome K. Jerome

One of the first and most important steps in dog training is to get the respect and confidence of your dog.
As mentioned in previous newsletters...Continued Here

How-Long-Should-Dog-Training-Session-Be

Dog Quote: Keep running after a dog and he will never bite you.
....Francois Rabelais

How long should your dog-training sessions be?

There are many different factors that come into play when determining how long your dog training sessions should be.
Just as people have many and varied personalities, the same is tr...Continued Here

Dog-Clicker-Training

Dog Quote: If a dog's prayers were answered, bones would rain from the sky.
....Old Proverb

Clicker training is a technique that is highly successful for training dogs.

The trainer uses a simple clicker that can be purchased from most pet stores and the dog is trained to respond to the sound of the clicker.

T...Continued Here

Dog-training-is-all-about-building-relationships

Here's Today's Joke: How do you stop a dog smelling?
Cover its nose.

Dog training is all about building relationships.

Good dog training is all about building positive relationships where the dog has respect for it's owner and also where the dog realizes that the owner is the master and leader of the pack.

If...Continued Here

Rewarding-Your-Dog

Dog Quote: My dog can bark like a Congressman, fetch like an aide, beg like a press secretary, and play dead like a receptionist when the phone rings.
....US Congressman Gerold Solomon

ReDwarding your dog is probably the single most important aspect of good training.

It is a well-known fact that reward training is the ...Continued Here

Dog-Collar-and-Dog-Lead-Training

Dog Quote: When there is an old maid in the house, a watchdog is unnecessary.
....Honore de Balzac

It is important that every dog learns to feel comfortable with a collar and lead, as this will be required when taking the dog to public places.

Walking your dog with a collar and lead is a basic and important skill otherwi...Continued Here

Your-dogs-behavior-is-a-reflection-of-you

Dog Quote: Man is a dogs ideal of what God should be.
....Holbrook Jackson

A dog is as good as its owner has taught it.

Family friends of mine have a German Shepherd and as they are an elderly couple they weren't quite so inclined to train their dog when it was young.

After a while of disobedience they decided ...Continued Here

Clicker-Training-Dogs

Clicker Training Dogs

Training your dog doesn’t have to be a process that makes you want to tear your hair out. There are several effective ways to make it a pleasant experience for both of you. Clicker training involves positive reinforcement instead of a series of punishments for your dog to learn how to behave. Many people find it works fo...Continued Here

Dog-Training-Videos

Dog Training Videos

There are some very good dog training videos available if you want tips to help you with effectively training your pet. Many of them are geared for specific purposes so make sure you take the time to read what those are. For example some dog training videos are designed for you to teach a puppy basic commands. Others are t...Continued Here

Benefits-of-Dog-Training

Benefits of Dog Training

Having a dog can be the start of a wonderful relationship between the pet and the owner. It isn’t uncommon for a dog to be part of a family for about 20 years if it is well cared for and doesn’t develop any severe health problems. In order to make the relationship a good one though the dog has to be properly trained. ...Continued Here

Dog-Reinforcement-Training

Dog Reinforcement Training

Dogs are very intelligent animals and it is possible to train them to do various things. Some people want to teach their dog to follow simple commands and to follow various rules. Others are trying to train their dogs to be used for hunting or to place them in shows. One of the best ways to train any type of dog is ...Continued Here

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