http://www.articlesnatch.com/rss2/dogs+training dogs training Articles from ArticleSnatch.com Rss Follow Up Thu, 24 Dec 2009 04:06:37 -0500 Dog training collars sometimes receive a negative reaction from people who think that it looks so mean, especially the choker collars, and so look at it is a torture device that can harm dogs. However, this is not at all the case, and when it is used properly it can be a great dog training tool. That is why as far as many breeders and dog trainers are concerned, training and choke collars are a very efficient way to train a dog. It can also be a great dog training tool and can help you and your dog to enjoy walking together. There are a many names that go under the rather broad heading of "training collar". Some of them are: choke collar, choke chain, training, correction collar and slip collar. These are all considered to be training and are used by professionals and dog owners alike. Dog training collars can be used for various activities, including, hunting activities, agility training, and obedience training. A dog collar will accelerate your training program and will help to turn your canine companion into a better more improved dog, regardless of the activity they are pursuing.dog training collars]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-You-Can-Better-Manage-Your-Dog-With-A-Dog-Training-Collar/888985 Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:45:56 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-You-Can-Better-Manage-Your-Dog-With-A-Dog-Training-Collar/888985 If your pet is overweight you might be very concerned. The sad fact is that almost a quarter of our pets are actually overweight. It's important to understand why this is happening. Some think it correlates with the electronic age and the lack of time we all have for our pets. People tend to take a lot of shortcuts these days. There are remote controls, microwaves, dishwashers and computers that are all meant to make our lives easier. These things that are meant to make our lives easier and leave more time for things like walking the dog often do not. Unfortunately, there is no time. Sure, our tasks can be completed quickly. Even so, people are finding other things to fill their time with. People spend hours on the Internet or in front of the TV screen instead of getting outside and walking the dog. It is a sad shame that people can't find pleasure in the simple things anymore. Our pets are suffering, which is probably a direct cause of our own sedentary lifestyles. People are even moving into more urban areas with less room for dogs to run around.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Pet-Obesity---A-Call-To-Action/888361 Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:52:15 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Pet-Obesity---A-Call-To-Action/888361 So, you have a dog who won't keep all four paws on the floor? Maybe she takes a flying leap at you every time you walk in the front door? Of course, your dog thinks she's expressing her unbelievable enthusiasm at seeing you after a long day away (or maybe after five minutes outside). In reality she's being fairly obnoxious. It can be difficult to make a dog stop jumping on you and other people but it can be done. In theory, teaching your dog to keep her paws on the floor and not jump on you should be easy. You simply ignore her completely when she jumps on you. The problem comes when she gets any kind of reinforcement for her jumping behavior. If you pet, speak to her, touch, or reward in anyway, that will be enough to keep encouraging the jumping behavior. If you have family that she also jumps on they may also be inadvertently encouraging the jumping behavior. If a neighbor comes in the door and she jumps on them, they may accidentally encourage the behavior. In order to stop the jumping behavior it's necessary to substitute a desirable behavior in its place.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Keep-Your-Dog-Off-Of-Stuff/888346 Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:45:14 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Keep-Your-Dog-Off-Of-Stuff/888346 Do you enjoy watching Purina's Incredible Dog Challenge? Have you seen the big diving dogs? The name of the sport where the Labrador Retrievers go leaping into the pool is actually called Dock Jumping. You don't have to have a Labrador Retriever to compete. Any water-loving dog can take the leap. This "big splash" is lots of fun for dogs that love the water. Don't feel bad if your dog can't leap 20 feet after a training dummy. It's all for fun and small dogs can splash, too. There are a number of local and regional clubs for the sport but there doesn't seem to be a national governing body at this time. If your dog loves to play Frisbee there is a sport for catching the flying disc. Disc Dog is fun and exciting for both dogs and spectators. Dogs have the fun of chasing and catching the disc and on-lookers can oooh and aaah over the spectacular catches. Mixed breeds and purebreds can both play. There are competitive trials for Disc Dog. They can span everything from accuracy and distance to freestyle and team trials.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Dog-Sports-To-Enjoy-With-Your-Dog--part-2-/888344 Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:44:27 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Dog-Sports-To-Enjoy-With-Your-Dog--part-2-/888344 If you suspect that eating reasonably is essential only for human starts ; think again. Your pets too need to eat well. So it's highly recommended to be carful when out for shopping of food for your dog. Let's have a look at some of the critical things to be recalled while choosing the best dog food. Checking the ingredient list is the first step in choosing the correct dog food. Before you get any dog food, ensure that you go through the list of ingredients fastidiously. Check if the product includes any ingredients that could be harmful for your dog's health. Also, if the product includes meat spinoff, chicken derivative, birds derivative meat and bone meal in the first five ingredients, then you need to desist from the product. Ingredients alone are not going to be of much use. You must also be conscious of the nutritive price of these ingredients. Balanced nourishment is an absolute must if you want your dog to remain fit. Check out the calorie count of every one of the products that your dog eats. Foods with high calorific content aren't recommended for your dog.pets]]> dogs]]> pet care]]> dog supplies]]> dog training]]> online pets store]]> pet medications]]> pet stores]]> pet accessories]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Choose-The-Right-Dog-Food-/887293 Wed, 23 Dec 2009 01:15:30 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Choose-The-Right-Dog-Food-/887293 dog obedience training]]> dog training books]]> training your puppy how to train a dog]]> dog training]]> obedience]]> clicker]]> behavior]]> puppy]]> books]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Puppy-Training-----How-Early-Separation-Can-Lead-To-Puppy-Learning-Disorders/887178 Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:10:31 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Puppy-Training-----How-Early-Separation-Can-Lead-To-Puppy-Learning-Disorders/887178 So what is the scoop with the business and is it worth looking into? Failed product launches and difficulty retaining distributors isn't a rare occurrence for new business. But there seems to be something missing. Unique product but there is something wrong here. With all the information available there seems to be a question missing: Are distributors supposed to grow their business doing that? I guess one could take the position that as long as you have a company url you have a online presence but that is pretty poor in my book. That has little to do with online marketing. Still going about the old methods of building one hundred names list is not what distributors want to hear when joining. Another reason to bug someone you love to see what your next money making opportunity is doesn't give people a warm and fuzzy. How many times do you see a person come running to the next great business opportunity or product? The competition in this work space is stiff. The main reason there is so much traffic to Global Verge on the internet is because of the Telecommunication Service. How crowded is this space today?Global Verge]]> Global Verge Buzzirk]]> Buzzirk]]> Buzzirk Mobile]]> network marketing]]> mlm]]> leads]]> prospsects]]> home]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Global-Verge-Business-Review---Uphill-Battle-In-Telecom/887091 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 23:11:57 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Global-Verge-Business-Review---Uphill-Battle-In-Telecom/887091 As a responsible dog owner you should realize that it is essential to devote a good deal of time to training your puppy for you to get the result you want - a friendly, well-behaved dog, who will follow your commands eagerly and without fuss. 1. Calling your dog while he is having fun running around to leash him or clip his nail or things that he may dislike will make him resent those times. Eventually, he will associate your calls to unpleasant things. It is of utmost importance to establish an atmosphere where he associates your call with delightful experience, rather than relating it to something he has an aversion to or linking it to some form of 'punishment.' Give your dog a reason to look forward to your call. Speak in a cheerful voice without a trace of annoyance or irritation. Surprise him with some petting, rewards, praises and telling him what a good dog he is. This is the best time to create a rapport between you and your dog by building his trust on you. 2. Ignoring your dog's bad behavior, because you presume that he will soon 'outgrow' it is not a good idea;dog owners]]> mistakes dog owners]]> puppy training]]> dog training]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Fixing-The-3-Big--Common-Mistakes-In-Dog-Training/886808 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:59:29 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Fixing-The-3-Big--Common-Mistakes-In-Dog-Training/886808 It always looks great when you see people playing fetch with their dog. It's easy to believe that every dog is born knowing how to fetch. Some dogs do instinctively fetch and retrieve, but there are plenty of dogs who will look at you like you're nuts when you throw a ball for them and tell them to go fetch it. If you have a dog who is clueless about fetching it's not hard to teach him what he needs to know. You only need a couple of basic things to get started: a ball, some treats, a ball with an opening so you can place treats inside. That's about it. You can start by having your dog sitting or standing next to you. You should play with the ball and make it as interesting and fun as possible. Then toss the ball a few feet away and give the "Fetch" command. Whether your dog does anything or not, encourage him to go to the ball. You can even walk him over to the ball if necessary. When he touches the ball in some way give him a treat and praise him. You can repeat this exercise a few times.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Is-Your-Dog-Clueless-About-Fetching-/886788 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:42:03 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Is-Your-Dog-Clueless-About-Fetching-/886788 If you see a woman chasing a dog from room to room, threatening them with a mop, it's possible you are watching a dog owner who has a male dog that's been marking in the house. It should be understood that marking behavior is not the same as ordinary peeing in the house, although the result may be the same. Marking behavior, which may be no more than sprinkling everything in sight, is not a housetraining issue. It is about territory, dominance and sexuality. Sometimes it is about insecurity. But even dogs that are thoroughly housetrained can mark in the house. Marking is usually, but not always, an issue that involves male dogs. Some females will mark in the house, but by far most dogs that exhibit marking behavior are male. Dogs mark by peeing on furniture or other items in order to establish their territory. They are "marking" something as theirs. They are usually motivated to do so to show their status. There may be other dogs in the household that they think should be reminded about their position. There may be females around and they want to advertise their sexual availability.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/My-Dog-Is-Marking-In-The-House-/886775 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:33:21 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/My-Dog-Is-Marking-In-The-House-/886775 Bringing home a new puppy is very exciting but we often forget that a new puppy doesn't know very much. He's still a baby. His mother and siblings have taught him a few things about being a dog but when it comes to understanding people, he's a rank beginner. It doesn't matter how many times you tell him, "NO!" or "OFF!" Your puppy hasn't yet learned what these words mean. He doesn't even know his name yet. He really has no idea what it means when you tell him to lie down or leave something alone. Your puppy will quickly become very good at reading your body language and understanding the tone of your voice but you will have to patiently teach him each word and phrase that you want him to know. Puppies aren't born knowing English or any other language. It's up to you to teach him the basic vocabulary. If you are adopting an adult dog then he will also have to learn some things when he comes to living with you. He may know some basic words and phrases, especially if he has been housebroken already.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/My-Dog-Won-t-Listen-To-Me/886771 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:32:17 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/My-Dog-Won-t-Listen-To-Me/886771 In your mind you and your dog are traveling down the road in a convertible. The top is down and you and your dog are letting the wind blow through your hair (and fur) as you drive off into the sunset. It's a beautiful fantasy. Unfortunately, in real life, your dog drools, whines and throws up every time you try to put him in the car. A quick trip to the vet for his shots leaves him shaking and staring at you like you're going to have him put to sleep. Taking your dog on an actual vacation would probably mean the end of your relationship. What have you done to deserve this? Why does your dog hate to travel? And, is there anything you can do to make things better? Contrary to popular belief, carsickness and travel anxiety can occur in any dog. Even puppies that are introduced to riding in cars at a very young age may develop into bad travelers. Some dogs simply seem to be more anxious by nature than other dogs. Certainly socialization in all forms will help to create a more secure, more confident dog, which can decrease anxiety in general.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/My-Dog-Hates-To-Travel/886769 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:30:14 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/My-Dog-Hates-To-Travel/886769 Although dogs are considered to be omnivores their bodies require a great deal of protein in order to stay healthy. They are not the obligate carnivores that cats are (an animal that must eat a regular meat diet in order to survive), but even as scavengers dogs have a preference for meat. Ethologists never get tired of telling us that dogs are descended from wolves. As such they are predators and they hunted animals for food. They were able to get by on eating other things, but they preferred to eat meat when they could kill it. For the most part, dog foods which contain a great deal of corn or other grains are considered inferior products. Corn is usually a cheaper source of protein than meat sources, such as lamb and chicken. For this reason some dog food manufacturers use it as a filler ingredient in one of its forms, such as whole yellow corn, ground corn or corn gluten. It does provide protein but dogs can only digest 54 percent of the nutrients in corn. The rest passes through the dog and is deposited in your backyard or when you walk your dog.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Should-I-Feed-My-Dog-A-Vegetarian-Dog-Food-/886593 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:04:20 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Should-I-Feed-My-Dog-A-Vegetarian-Dog-Food-/886593 Responsible dog ownership is very important for anyone who plans to own a dog. Most elements of responsible dog ownership are common sense but they always bear repeating. 1. Before you get a dog ask yourself if you have enough time to properly take care of him or her. Do you have the time to housebreak and train a puppy? Can you afford good veterinary care and good dog food? Can you make the commitment necessary to care for a dog? Is everyone in your home able to make the same commitment? 2. When choosing a dog make sure that you choose the right dog for you. This means considering your lifestyle and circumstances. Do you like grooming? Do you have time to groom? If you don't, then don't get a longhaired dog that requires a lot of weekly or even daily grooming. Do you live in a small apartment? Then you shouldn't get a very active dog that needs lots of room to run. (But remember that size isn't always an indication of how active a dog is. Some very large dogs are quite happy to sleep all day while some small dogs can be extremely active.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-A-Responsible-Dog-Owner-/886578 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:43:21 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-Does-It-Mean-To-Be-A-Responsible-Dog-Owner-/886578 The American Kennel Club offers about 15,000 dog events each year in the United States. Approximately half of those events are conformation events, or the kind of dog shows that you see televised, such as the Westminster Kennel Club dog show. All "intact" AKC-registered purebred dogs are eligible to be shown at these AKC-sanctioned dog shows. (Intact means that the dog is not spayed or neutered). Dog shows evaluate dogs for potential breeding purposes so it would defeat the purposes of the dog show to have the dogs spayed or neutered.) There are AKC member kennel clubs throughout the country which put together dog shows. Chances are that there is a show near you once or twice a year. If you have an AKC-registered purebred dog and you are interested in showing your dog at dog shows, do you need a professional handler to show it for you? That all depends. There are some good reasons to use a professional handler but it is by no means a requirement. Many owners do show their own dogs and win, but it takes a lot of hard work and practice. Reasons to use a professional handler: 1.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Do-I-Need-A-Professional-Handler-To-Show-My-Dog-/886545 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:17:22 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Do-I-Need-A-Professional-Handler-To-Show-My-Dog-/886545 In some ways having a pet is like having a child. You have to do all of the thinking and planning for him. You have to be prepared for every contingency. That means being prepared in case of emergencies and taking the proper precautions ahead of time. Here are some tips that should help you take good care of your dog: 1. Make sure that your dog is up-to-date on his vaccinations and that he has proper tags and ID at all times. Microchips are recommended. This is a great help should your dog ever become lost. It gives him the best possible chance of being returned to you if somebody finds him. 2. Obey leash laws. This means that you should keep your dog safely contained in your own yard behind a fence. When you have your dog out with you make sure that he is restrained on a good quality leash. Don't let your dog run loose. This is dangerous to him and a nuisance to the neighborhood. 3. Be careful what you feed your dog. No chocolate. No onions. No raisins.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/10-Pet-Safety-Tips-You-Should-Know/886544 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:17:12 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/10-Pet-Safety-Tips-You-Should-Know/886544 Lots of people today seem to be drawn to the idea of having a dog for protection. You notice it when you see people who don't particularly like dogs buying large dogs like Mastiffs and Great Danes in the belief that these dogs will protect them. You notice it in the large numbers of people keeping bully breeds like American Pit Bull Terriers and their mixes with the idea that these dogs will attack intruders. There are other people who choose protection training for their dog or who decide to get a dog that is already protection-trained. Good idea or not? Protection training, at its best, is very sophisticated dog training that requires a good trainer working with a dog in order for the dog to understand the subtleties of the different actions he's being called upon to perform. It requires excellent obedience work, a great understanding of the drives motivating your dog, and great skill as a trainer. Protection training isn't something that a novice trainer should usually try to do alone.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Pros-And-Cons-Of-Protection-Training-For-Your-Dog/886543 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:16:24 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Pros-And-Cons-Of-Protection-Training-For-Your-Dog/886543 If you have a dog you've probably heard these debates: should I feed my dog raw food or should I feed my dog kibble? Which one is better? Who's right? Who knows? Who can say? They both claim to be right but then you hear good and bad about both sides. There is so much confusing information. Who knows what you should do? The truth is that people who feed both kibble and raw food diets can have healthy, happy dogs but making sure your dog is getting the proper nutrition on either diet can take a little effort. Feeding dry food or canned food may seem like an easy solution but there are so many different kinds of foods these days that it can be difficult to choose wisely for your dog. You can buy every kind of dog food from gourmet to food made from the cheapest filler ingredients. Your dog's health can have a direct relation to the ingredients in the food you feed. The best way to judge if what you are feeding your dog is good for him is by your dog's health and appearance. Does your dog look good?dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Raw-Food-Or-Kibble--Who-s-Right-/886542 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:16:10 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Raw-Food-Or-Kibble--Who-s-Right-/886542 Sport and working dog evaluation, Schutzhund ("protection dog" in German), has been around since the early 1900s. It began as a way to measure the working ability of German Shepherd Dogs. These dogs had begun as herders but were also being used as working dogs. Schutzhund training and testing helped breeders test for the necessary characteristics to keep working ability in the breed. No German Shepherd Dog can be bred in Germany even today without a Schutzhund title, making dogs from these lines highly desirable around the world because they have preserved their original working abilities. The testing today, both in Germany and in the U.S., measures traits required for all kinds of police-related work, such as bomb sniffing dogs, search and rescue, and other activities. It is not easy training but it is open to all breeds in addition to the German Shepherd Dog. Mixed breeds can also compete. Breeds which often excel at Schutzhund include the Belgian Malinois, Dobermans, Rottweilers, Bouviers des Flandres, Giant Schnauzers and others. There are three basic phases of the training and testing: tracking, obedience and protection.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Schutzhund-Dogs-And-Training/886534 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:10:47 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Schutzhund-Dogs-And-Training/886534 Many people today are concerned about pet overpopulation. They may choose to adopt a pet instead of buying from a breeder. Even if they do obtain a dog from a breeder they may be interested in having their dog spayed or neutered. Is this always a good idea? Is spaying and neutering right for everyone? Are there drawbacks? If you do plan to spay or neuter your pet, what is the best age to have it done? There are many positives to having your dog spayed or neutered, especially for the casual pet owner. Primarily, you reduce the risk of unplanned and unwanted pregnancies. Many people today are not always aware when their female dog may be in "season." They may not take the proper precautions to prevent her from becoming pregnant. It can take a surprisingly short time for a breeding to take place. Even fenced dogs may become pregnant if you have a determined male nearby. Dogs can escape from a yard or house for a brief rendezvous. You may not even know that your dog is pregnant until shortly before she has puppies.dog]]> dogs]]> canine]]> puppies]]> dog training]]> dog web hosting]]> dog behavior]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Should-I-Have-My-Dog-Spayed-Or-Neutered-/886533 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:09:34 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Should-I-Have-My-Dog-Spayed-Or-Neutered-/886533