Dog Vaccination – Current Recommendations

February 9, 2010 by dogbooties

Dogs need vaccinations… Which vaccines? How often? Understand the risks and current science based recommendations. Read more

How Do Dogs Learn and How We Must Use It In Our Training

February 9, 2010 by dogbooties

Knowing how a dog learns can help us with our dog training. Understanding what positive reinforcers are and how they can be used are essential tools all owners need in our repertoire. Read more

Training Collars For Dogs – Humane Or Not?

February 9, 2010 by dogbooties

Not all training collars for dogs are alike. Different models have different purposes and produce different results. Read more

Dog Ear Infections Treatment – How to Prevent and Detect Them

February 9, 2010 by dogbooties

Dog ear infections are very common. It is so common that pet owners rarely noticed that their dogs have it. It is only when the dogs feel pain and extreme discomfort that they come to realize their dogs have it already. Read more

Dogs Bark – How to Stop a Dog From Barking

February 9, 2010 by dogbooties

Have you ever tried to ask yourself what have you done to stop your dog from barking? Your dog may have attended obedience classes and you may have even taken time to provide your canine with home training. It may be time to consider obedience training classes. Read more

How RSPCA Pet Insurance Works

February 8, 2010 by dogbooties

If you love dogs or cats, you know you will do anything you can to keep them healthy and safe over the course of their life, especially when they are older. Low cost pet insurance is a way to help supplement vet bills when the unforeseen health situation arises. Read more

Crate Training an Older Dog – Make Your Dog Love His New Home With 3 Easy Steps!

February 8, 2010 by dogbooties

Crate training an older dog differs slightly from crate training puppies but follows the same basic principles. It is important to note that older dogs already have some bad habits and one needs to give himself more time to eliminate them and overwrite with the good ones. That is why more patience and consistence is required while crate training an older dog. Read more

Livestock Guardian Dogs – A Courageous and Lonely Breed of Dog

February 8, 2010 by dogbooties

Courageous, brave, the Livestock Guardian Dogs have survived wars across the years, but the breeds have bred true. As a former breeder of pet dogs, I cannot but feel torn for the puppies of the world who must undergo such rigorous training. Take a look at them. They are big, cuddly dogs, but they cannot be cuddled, cannot be pets. All of this is sacrificed for their work. They can if they land in North America, but the majority of these dogs are in Europe still, in mountainous areas, basically alone, guarding sheep. Read more

Training Dogs Not to Bark – How I Managed to Stop My Dog From Barking With These 4 Simple Steps!

February 8, 2010 by dogbooties

If you’re interested in training dogs not to bark you’re in the right place. In this short article I will outline the most effective ways I know to stop your dog from barking fast with the use of tools you already have. There are many reasons for your dog barking and you need to adjust the methods used to stop this bad habit accordingly. Read more

Dogs Feeding and Health Problems in Old Age

February 8, 2010 by dogbooties

In old age, sometimes your dog does not get the full benefit from the diet he has been eating. In this article you will find how to feed your dog when he starts aging. Read more