http://www.articlesnatch.com/rss2/dog dog Articles from ArticleSnatch.com Rss Follow Up Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:43:57 -0500 In today's busy world, work, household chores and social activities all put a strain on your time with your child. But as you well know, it's imperative that you spend quality time together. It helps strengthen the bond between parent and child, and lets your child know you can be trusted and counted on. Children who spend quality time with their parents often do better in school, and excel in extracurricular activities, hobbies or sports. And though it can be 'scheduled' to a degree, it's something that happens when you least expect it. Therefore it's important that you do spend as much time as possible with your child in a relaxed atmosphere and do things together that you both enjoy. But you're asking yourself, "Where am I going to find the time? My schedule's crazy enough as it is!" Well, for something as important as your child, you need to start digging around in that crazy schedule and find the time. Prioritizing is the key. Here's some helpful suggestions on how to make the most of your time and find quality time where you least expect it.family]]> home]]> genealogy]]> history]]> friends]]> baby]]> family tree]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Spend-Some-Quality-Time-With-Your-Kids/863908 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:49:59 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Spend-Some-Quality-Time-With-Your-Kids/863908 Santa Monica hotels can provide the best Southern California vacation experience with quaint boutique style rooms teamed with the beautiful beaches that make California a premier vacation destination. When you are looking for a dog friendly hotel in Santa Monica minutes from world class shopping and dining the JW Marriott Santa Monica is the perfect location for you. Le Merigot, A JW Marriott Beach Hotel AND Spa, Santa Monica is located on the beach directly in the heart of Santa Monica. The best part of this Santa Monica hotel is that you are so close to all the staples of Southern California. No trip to California is complete without spending the day frolicking on the beach in the sun and surf however there are other activities which can make your trip exciting. With your stay at the JW Marriott hotel Santa Monica you will be within minutes of the excitement this coastal town offers. For a true Californian experience during your stay at the hotels in Santa Monica spend the on the Santa Monica Pier or the Third Street Promenade. Both of these locations will allow you to stroll through quaint shops and diverse restaurants.Santa Monica Hotel]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Venice---Santa-Monica-Beach-Guide/863900 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:45:17 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Venice---Santa-Monica-Beach-Guide/863900 Christmas is a really exciting, busy time of year filling us all with the festive spirit and wanting to spoil our loved ones. However, Christmas can be a hazardous time of year for our pets and a bit of preparation and planning can help you care for your dog. We all love presents and our dogs are no exception, but try to ensure you buy toys specially made for dogs. Cuddly toys are gorgeous but have loose buttons and material just waiting to be swallowed by your inquisitive puppy! A good quality sturdy toy such as a Kong will keep your dog happy for hours, especially if filled with peanut butter or a favourite treat. Filling a Kong with peanut butter and freezing overnight makes it last hours for your dog the next day! All dogs but especially puppies, are inquisitive and will want to investigate your tree, trimmings and maybe the electric cables too. There are many accidents involving puppies chewing electric cables or swallowing Christmas cracker toys, which can result in choking or blockages in the stomach.care for your dog]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Care-For-Your-Dog-At-Christmas/863894 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:43:19 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Care-For-Your-Dog-At-Christmas/863894 In today's busy world, work, household chores and social activities all put a strain on your time with your child. But as you well know, it's imperative that you spend quality time together. It helps strengthen the bond between parent and child, and lets your child know you can be trusted and counted on. Children who spend quality time with their parents often do better in school, and excel in extracurricular activities, hobbies or sports. And though it can be 'scheduled' to a degree, it's something that happens when you least expect it. Therefore it's important that you do spend as much time as possible with your child in a relaxed atmosphere and do things together that you both enjoy. But you're asking yourself, "Where am I going to find the time? My schedule's crazy enough as it is!" Well, for something as important as your child, you need to start digging around in that crazy schedule and find the time. Prioritizing is the key. Here's some helpful suggestions on how to make the most of your time and find quality time where you least expect it.family]]> home]]> genealogy]]> history]]> friends]]> baby]]> family tree]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Spend-Some-Quality-Time-With-Your-Kids/863883 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:34:47 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Spend-Some-Quality-Time-With-Your-Kids/863883 During the winter holiday season, it can often seem difficult coming up with fun activities that the entire family will enjoy, especially the kids. The cold weather can often make people feel bored and depressed. Fortunately, there are many holiday activities that can be enjoyed by the whole family, including small children. Below are a number of winter holiday activities that will help keep the winter blues away. 1. If you live in an area where there is a lot of snow each winter, you can take your family skiing. Your children can take advantage of qualified ski instructors and practice on the bunny hill. The adults and older children will have a great time on the slopes. If skiing is not a popular choice, there is also snowboarding, cross country skiing, hiking on nature trails, horse sleigh rides, sledding, snowmobiling, ice-skating, horse-back riding, snow-tubing, and snow-shoeing, Enjoying time in the fresh air will rejuvenate the entire family. If you want to spend time outside close to home, building snowmen in the yard is fun for the whole family. 2. During the winter holidays, your local community organizations will hold a variety of holiday events.winter holiday]]> holiday activities]]> winter holiday season]]> vacation accommodations]]> travel rental]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Winter-Holiday-Activities-For-The-Family/863867 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:24:20 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Winter-Holiday-Activities-For-The-Family/863867 So, this might seem like a peculiar article to be reading. I think most people avoid assuming that other people may try to leave you bereft of your possessions, but such thinking is often naive. It's sad that that is so, but a few simple steps can keep you from being a victim and to increase chances of recovery if you are one. First of all, don't take it for granted that the people around you--strangers or friends--will not attempt to take things from you. After all, in our technological age, we all tend to have some pretty cool stuff. That means that you need to keep things close to you. Don't leave your purse or backpack in someone else's care, even if you are just excusing yourself from a certain setting--a classroom or a restaurant table, for example. They may not be planning to snatch your phone or mp3 player, but they also may not actually watch it closely, allowing someone else to rifle through and take their pickings. Second, personalize EVERYTHING. I mean that quite literally. It is better to do this in a permanent way.label systems]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Little-Things-You-Can-Do-To-Protect-Your-Stuff/863696 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:09:27 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Little-Things-You-Can-Do-To-Protect-Your-Stuff/863696 It's the eternal question: Can cats and dogs live together without driving each other crazy? Or without tearing each other apart? The answer is...a qualified yes. Tel Aviv University in Israel recently conducted a study to determine whether cats and dogs could get along. The answers were quite surprising to some people. The study found that about two-thirds of cats and dogs do get along when they share the same home. About 25 percent of cats and dogs living in the same home were indifferent to each other. Finally, about 10 percent of cats and dogs probably weren't safe to be in the same room with each other. The study offered the theory that the reason cats and dogs had problems getting along was because they used different body language to express themselves and they couldn't read the body language of the other species. For instance, a wagging tail in a dog means he's happy. A cat's swishing tail is a sign that you shouldn't approach. Researchers involved with the study suggested that cats and dogs got along best when the animals are introduced to each other when they are young.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Can-Cats-And-Dogs-Live-Together-/863678 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:00:06 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Can-Cats-And-Dogs-Live-Together-/863678 If any of the following statements sound like that fit you and your life you should re-think your reasons for wanting a dog. It's probably not a good idea. 1. Time: You're always really busy with work, friends, dating or you just don't have much time at home Puppies need time. Lots of it. They need to bond with their new owners - that means you. It's not possible to just bring a puppy home, play with him for a weekend, and then leave him alone while you go to work. You're asking for trouble. At the very least your puppy needs lots of play time, lots of time learning the house, and lots of time to learn about housebreaking or for you to take him on walks. Not to mention the training you will need to do with him, such as some basic obedience training. If you don't spend the time with your puppy doing these things when he's young you can expect to have a dog with serious behavior problems when he's older. Even as a puppy you can expect destructive behavior and housebreaking problems. Your puppy also needs a lot of time for socialization.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Five-Ways-To-Tell-You-Shouldn-t-Get-A-Dog/863675 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:56:09 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Five-Ways-To-Tell-You-Shouldn-t-Get-A-Dog/863675 It maybe seem like a strange idea to you but having a doggy party can be a lot of fun. Why would you want to have a doggy party? There are lots of reasons! You can have a doggy party for some of the same reasons that you have people parties: birthdays, to meet new dogs and people when you move into a new neighborhood; holidays; to celebrate a "Gotcha" day (the day you adopted your dog); someone's getting a new puppy; graduating from obedience school. And you can have a doggy party "just because." Invite a few of your dog's special friends over, whether they're dogs of humans. Doggy parties can be as simple or as elaborate as you want to make them. Most parties will have a cake or cupcakes for the dog guests. These edibles are often one of the highlights of the party for your dog. You can make them yourself or visit a dog bakery to select one. Dog cakes and goodies are made from ingredients that are safe for dogs to eat. For instance, it's important to remember that you should never use chocolate in cakes and goods for dogs.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Doggy-Parties-Can-Be-Fun-/863663 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:48:11 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Doggy-Parties-Can-Be-Fun-/863663 There was a time when people knew more about animals than they do today. They were familiar with all kinds of animal body language, whether it was horses, cows or pigs. When a goat lowered his head they knew the goat was about to butt someone -- and they knew enough to get out of the way! Today most people don't have a lot of contact with animals. The only animals most people encounter are cats, dogs and perhaps some caged birds or a snake in a terrarium. Yet, even with over 77 million dogs in the United States there are still many people who are uncertain when it comes to reading a dog's body language. Many people probably believe that whenever a dog wags his tail he's being friendly. Unfortunately, that's not true. Of course, many times when a dog is wagging his tail he is being friendly, but there are other occasions when a wagging tail, coupled with certain body postures, indicate that you should stay away from the dog. Learning to read these signals can save you from being bitten by the dog.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Does-A-Wagging-Tail-Mean-The-Dog-Is-Friendly-/863650 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:42:24 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Does-A-Wagging-Tail-Mean-The-Dog-Is-Friendly-/863650 There are literally thousands of different vitamin products for dogs sold in the U.S. each year, each of them claiming to be something that can make your dog healthier. On the other hand, dog foods are sold as "complete and balanced," and "nutritious." If the dog food we buy for our pets is so nutritious, do we really need to buy extra vitamins? Dog food comes in all different kinds of quality. Some dog food may be made from food that is not much above the level of road kill. Other dog food is better quality than some of the food that people eat. Some of these foods will have more nutritional content than others. If you are feeding your dog a high quality food then it's unlikely that you need to add vitamins or supplements unless your dog has a health issue of some kind that requires something that's not normally found in dog food. When you buy dog food in the United States you should look to see if if has a label that says it meets AAFCO nutritional standards or meets AAFCO testing standards.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Do-Dogs-Need-Vitamins-/863649 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:42:17 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Do-Dogs-Need-Vitamins-/863649 People have been wondering if dogs have emotions for thousands of years. Philosophers have debated the subject, lining up on different sides. Most of us who have dogs agree that dogs have feelings. Aristotle believed that animals were without reason but believed that they did have "sensations" -- they could feel if you cut them or hurt them. But as far as having human-type emotions? No. Likewise Plato and St. Augustine believed that animals did not have human-type emotions. You should be aware that in classical times what we call the emotions today were not very highly thought of. Passions were considered suspect in people. To give in to one's emotions was a bad thing. Therefore, for a person to display emotions was undesirable. Being emotional was a bad thing. It certainly wasn't something that philosophers would want humans to have in common with animals. Animals were held in generally low esteem. They were beasts. In classical times the dog was considered noble, loyal and faithful but he was still a dog -- an animal. There was not the least effort to endow him with human qualities such as emotions.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Do-Dogs-Have-Emotions-/863648 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:41:16 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Do-Dogs-Have-Emotions-/863648 Divorce is a very tricky matter, not just for the people involved, but also for the family dog. There are cases every day in which these matters are decided and there are several ways of proceeding. Assuming that the dog has not been included among the assets to be divided by the divorcing couple, the first way of looking at things is based on the simple facts of the law: who gave what to whom? If someone gave a dog to the husband, but he gave the dog to the wife, whose dog is it? In a case like this, the law would determine that the dog belongs to the wife because the husband gave it to her as a gift. A court could also decide to look at a case from the point of view of what was in the best interests of the dog. If Mrs. X actually owned the dog but the dog was clearly devoted to Mr. X, the court could decide to award the dog to Mr. X based on the bond between the dog and Mr. X.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Divorce--So-Who-Gets-The-Dog-/863647 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:40:23 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Divorce--So-Who-Gets-The-Dog-/863647 All mammals have a pancreas. It plays an important role in metabolizing sugar in the body by producing insulin and it produces pancreatic enzymes to help the body digest nutrients. In cases of acute pancreatitis the pancreas becomes inflamed. It is a life-threatening condition. Causes Pancreatitis can be caused by both external and internal factors. Some medications can contribute to pancreatitis. Dogs can also develop infections which affect the pancreas. Certain metabolic disorders can cause the body to have high amounts of lipids in the blood or high amounts of calcium. Even trauma can bring on pancreatitis. But obesity and nutrition are most commonly associated with pancreatitis. Dogs which are overweight or which are fed diets high in fat are at increased risk for pancreatitis. Dogs which are fed fatty table scraps or which are allowed to binge during holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas can often have an attack of acute pancreatitis. Thanksgiving leftovers and other fatty foods can lead to an attack of acute pancreatitis.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Acute-Pancreatitis-In-Dogs/863646 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:40:21 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Acute-Pancreatitis-In-Dogs/863646 The holidays can represent a wide range of beliefs, traditions, and gift-giving opportunities. While the holidays are traditionally a time of religious and spiritual contemplation and rejoicing, everyone can use some humor in their life. This is especially true in today's tight economy where many families are discovering that they will be unable to travel to see family and friends this holiday season. This realization is making the use of Christmas cards and holiday photo cards, once again, a great way to reconnect with loved ones without breaking the family bank account. Everyone needs a good laugh now and then. You can use your Christmas cards as a way to spread some holiday cheer by using humorous family photographs to design custom made holiday cards. Nearly everyone has a photograph or two that can bring on a smile even on the worst of days. If you do not have one that will work, there are plenty of opportunities to create a humorous holiday photo card with a digital camera and very little effort. 1.Holiday photo card]]> Christmas cards]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Top-10-Funniest-Holiday-Photo-Card-Ideas-Revealed/863643 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:35:14 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Top-10-Funniest-Holiday-Photo-Card-Ideas-Revealed/863643 There are many parallels that can be drawn between human aging and dog aging. In fact, you can almost depend on certain things happening to either set as the end of life draws near. Despite those similarities, dogs and humans have drastically different life expectancies. In fact, life expectancy between kinds of dogs is different as well. Smaller dogs are actually expected to live a few years longer than medium sized dogs. Likewise, medium sized dogs are expected to live longer than larger dogs. If you aren't sure which category your breed of dog falls under you can use a breed calculator. These offer fairly accurate results that can give you something to prepare for as the end of life for your dog draws near. These results are based on the breed and size of your dog. When you compare dog years to human years, most people believe it is standard to have 7 dog years per 1 human year. While this works as a generalization it often doesn't have any basis in reality. Different breeds age differently. Even so, there are many similarities that are the same in human aging as they are in dog aging.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-Dogs-Age/863636 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:33:20 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-Dogs-Age/863636 Have you ever seen a dog stare fixedly at a shadow on the wall? Or go nuts trying to chase the light moving from someone's watch crystal? Maybe your dog chases shadows on the floor or the walls. If she only does this occasionally then you probably find it amusing and have a good laugh about it. But if your dog does this all the time, in an obsessive fashion, you may have begun to wonder if there's something wrong with your dog. The truth is that your dog may have a real problem. Some dogs seem to be predisposed to obsessive-compulsive behaviors. If you have a Border Collie or one of the retrieving breeds, such as a Labrador or a Golden Retriever, or even some Terriers, then they may exhibit obsessive-compulsive behavior. Sometimes obsessive-compulsive behavior takes the form of tail-chasing or snapping at imaginary flies, or it can be expressed as compulsive fetching and retrieving behavior. Your retriever may bring you a ball over and over again for as long as you will go on throwing it for him. He can continue to do this long after he has reached the point of exhaustion.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Shadows-And-Light----Is-My-Dog-Crazy-/863635 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:31:39 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Shadows-And-Light----Is-My-Dog-Crazy-/863635 It can be very exciting to get a new dog. As you're very aware, there are also a lot of responsibilities that come with the privilege. You have to make sure to feed him, monitor his health, groom him, and provide him with a happy home. One of the most important responsibilities that you have is disciplining your pup. Behavior Discipline Have you ever seen a dog that misbehaved all the time? You probably assumed that the pet owner didn't take any time to train their dog! You don't want that to happen to you. Take the time to discipline and train your dog in order to prevent behavior problems down the road. It will take a lot of hard work but the end result will be a well-behaved dog that you feel a lot closer to. If your dog is untrained you will feel hints of annoyance and regret toward your dog. Start as early as possible for the best results. Obedience Training It is also important to do some obedience training with your dog. There are different levels of this ranging from the very basic to highly advanced.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Essential-Dog-Training---Must-Do-s-For-Every-Dog/863627 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:28:12 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Essential-Dog-Training---Must-Do-s-For-Every-Dog/863627 There's a saying among dog trainers to the effect that "the only thing two dog trainers can agree on is that the third trainer is wrong." That may seem a little perplexing, but it does sum up the situation. People and dogs have been working together doing many tasks for a long time. There are many different ways of training dogs, probably as many different ways to train a dog as there are dog trainers. That's actually a very good sign. Dogs are individuals, just as people are. There is no one-size-fits-all training method. Dog trainers may love to argue about who is right and which training method is best but good trainers approach each dog as an individual. They try approaches and see what works with a particular dog. One dog may respond best to food motivation. Another may like it best when there is lots of play or baby talk. Another dog may need someone who is very firm with him. Dogs were originally bred for different purposes. That means that they are still hardwired today to react in different ways when they are presented with the same situation.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Dog-Training-Methods----Which-One-Is-Right-/863625 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:26:48 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Dog-Training-Methods----Which-One-Is-Right-/863625 Showing dogs can be a wonderful and fun activity, whether you are very competitive or just looking for something for your family to enjoy. People getting their first showdog have lots of questions. One of the first things people want to know is whether or not they can handle their own dog in the ring or whether they need to hire a professional handler. The answer depends on several factors. Anyone at all can enter a dog show. Anyone in good standing with a kennel club (that is, someone who has not broken the rules previously and been denied the privilege). You don't have to meet any particular criteria. And any dog registered with that kennel club can be entered in a dog show held by that kennel club. That means that if you have an AKC registered Pug you can enter your dog in any dog show sanctioned by the American Kennel Club in the United States. You can find information about upcoming shows around the country (posted a few weeks prior to the show) on a kennel club's web site or in magazines, pay the entry fee, and enter a show. It's that simple.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Conformation----Can-I-Handle-My-Own-Dog-In-The-Ring-/863623 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:25:23 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Conformation----Can-I-Handle-My-Own-Dog-In-The-Ring-/863623