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It is Saturday night and you are expecting your friends for dinner. The house is extra clean, the table looks gorgeous, and chocolate chips cookies smell delicious. Everyone sits at the table starts eating, and then your dog joins the family and helps himself to some of the food. How embarrassing? However, dog begging doesn't need to be excessive in order to be undesirable behavior. He may look at you while you eat, and his eyes will take on an innocence look that you are unable to resist. So give in to the guilt trip and provide your him with a treat or portion of our meal. At first, it's cute but then it becomes downright annoying. Your dog sees this as acceptable behavior and will it continue to repeat it again and again. If you ignore his request it may escalate to crying, barking, and jumping just to get your attention. Once you give in (even just for one time) your dog won't understand why you are no longer letting him participate at the dinner table and will w...

Do you know you can practically train any dog to behave like a guide dog in a short time? All you need to know is the secrets to good dog training. It is really easy. I have succeeded in training regular dogs that I have found in the pound, on the side of the road, and other random dogs to behave as service animals. It is true. Dogs want to behave properly. Most dogs like to work and they will do anything for you. The trick is getting them to know what you want them to do. Once you learn how to teach the dog, you can teach them anything! Dog Training Using Service Animal Techniques  Guide dogs, along with all other service animals, all work because they want to work. They do it because they want to please their owner. They know exactly what is expected and they do it. In addition, they are ALWAYS working. People do not realize that secret. Service animals expend a lot of energy in short bursts and relax for 8 to 10 hours while their owners are working. Your pet can do th...

Recently, Federal health officials have identified 16 dog food brands that may be linked to a mysterious rise in canine heart disease. And it seems that the public is starting to wake up to the fact that commercial dog food is not quite the healthy and nutritionally sound pet food product that we thought it was. Thanks to heavy commercialization and big advertising budgets, pet food companies have become a booming business for hundreds of thousands of busy dog owners like you and me. In the old days, dog owners would just scrape off their dinner leftovers right into the food dish. Today, however, through some subconscious way of programming, most people recommend pet food from a can or plastic bag rather than homemade chicken and biscuits. In fact, many of these pet owners that would solicit such advice are without a hint about the major food warnings that have been surfacing lately. Waking Up To the Truth Even during the current wake of information regarding how terrible mos...

Saying they are "man's best friend" may be a cliché, but no description is more suitable to describe the relationship of Man and these adorable creatures than Loyal, protective, smart, fun and playful. Dogs have served as man's best companion since time immemorial. And no amount is too much to spend on these amazing companion. In this article we will take a look at the world's most luxury and expensive dog you won’t believe it exists. Tibetan Mastiff This is an ancient kind of big Tibetan dog breed. Its origin is from the nomadic cultures of China, Tibet, and Nepal. Tibetan Mastiff is used for protecting sheep from leopards in this region. It is also referred to as Dok-Khyi, meaning "nomad dog." It has also been used to guard the village and a house. Tibetan Mastiffs were allowed to run loose at night. Their height can reach 83 cm high and they can weigh about 70 kg. They are very big dogs. Because of their size, they are able to confront leopards ...

Does it really matter? For the person who owns or is considering owning one or the other, it makes a very big difference. And for anyone who wants to be a good neighbor, it makes a difference too. You'd be surprised at the number of people who are confused about what each of these dogs does, and where they are or aren't allowed to go. Some think that guide dogs for the blind are the only type of service dog there is. So let's clarify things. Definitions . According to the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act, a dog is considered to be a service dog if it has been "individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the help of an individual with a disability". A disability is a "mental or physical condition which substantially limits a major life activity" (like self-care, walking, seeing, working, and includes conditions that may not be visible such as deafness or a psychiatric condition).  The dog must be trained to perform tasks directly relat...

Dog licking may be caused by a lot of reasons. It may be due to an itchy feeling brought about by allergies to food, pollen, mold, house dust mites, insect bites, plants, or hundreds of other irritants. Some dogs, on the other hand, lick excessively when they are simply bored or stressed. The following are a number of effective ways to prevent dog licking:   Examine and change his diet . Dogs tend to be allergic to certain foods. So try giving your dog different food if he is developing allergies with the current one. Also, make sure your pet is not getting food from somewhere else like in the garbage. Refocus his attention . Another simple yet effective technique you can use to stop dog licking is to divert his attention. When he starts to lick his paws, or your face, or anything at all, try to catch his attention and throw a toy for him to fetch. You can also give him something to chew. This will alleviate licking caused by boredom and stress.   Increase his exer...

If you're a dog owner and a true dog lover, it's a horrendous day when your dog dies. It's nearly as bad as losing a human being with whom you were very close as a friend or family member. But many people who don't own dogs or for some crazy reason don't like animals or pets cannot understand your grief. "It was just a dumb animal" some of the more insensitive members of that lot may say to you. This makes it hard for you to overcome your sadness. As a matter of fact, you might start questioning yourself. "Am I insane or hypersensitive, that I'm so overcome with grief over the death of my dog?"  If you find yourself asking such questions to the mirror on the wall, don't worry about being imbalanced. You're not. You are a healthy, feeling human being. You are not crazy, and you are not "effeminate" if you're a man who sheds tears over the loss of his beloved companion. So, how do I handle this grief over the loss of...

I read a story on New York Post about a Florida man who committed suicide after his service dog was killed by an alligator. According to the story, Andrew Epp took his own life a day after his chocolate Lab, Java, died after being attacked by an alligator at Dog Leg Park in Palmetto. The truth is that many owners consider their pet as a member of their family. So, when a pet loss occurs the owner can feel immense grief and sadness.  Many refer to their dog as "my baby". After the loss, grief can be compared to the loss of a family member. For those you care about, it is natural to want to do something for them but many people do not know what to do for someone who has lost a dog. Sending a dog sympathy card is a great way to show your care and to send your condolences. There are many card options to choose from. A dog's sympathy card can be as simple as drawing the dog breed on the front and blank inside for your written words. Or, you can find delicately decorate...

Dogs are one of the most popular and well-liked pets to have not only in America but all around the world. Their adorable nature and unconditional affection help make them a people favorite for several individuals and families. Even though each and every dog in our giant world is indeed unique in their own way, all breeds are not the same. Some dog breeds are far more well-liked than others. There are dog breeds so exotic that they have even the most strange members of the dog-loving community in the surprise of their existence. The following are the 5 most strange dog breeds American can’t live without. The Chinese Crested : This toy breed is mostly hairless with the exception of a small patch of long silky fur sprouting from the tops of their heads, and a few strands at the end of their tails and paws. These dogs could easily be rock stars with a do like that. Their superbly soft delicate skin is usually dark in pigment differing from the small bunches of fur they grow, which is...

Dog treats make up a significant portion of many dogs' diets and nothing can make your furry pal more excited than the sound of a crackling bag being opened. Dog knows that within lies the most precious of treasures, the delectable doggy treat! But just like we humans love a bag of Hershey's Kisses, that doesn't necessarily make it good for us. Treats for dogs are just that, treats that can be considered in the same category as junk food for humans. Some dog treats have healthier ingredients, and others are the doggy equivalent of a Twinkie. To start with, let's look at how to buy quality dog treats at your local pet store. First of all, you have to realize that the same nutritional conventions that apply to your dog's food also apply to his treats. This means that soy, corn, and animal by-products are low-quality fillers that are not good nutrition for your pet. Unfortunately, most cheaper dog treats contain all of these ingredients in the top five list. In ...

Description : The Alaskan Malamute is a medium to large dog in the sled dog family. The dog is 24 to 26 inches at the shoulder and the bitch 22 to 24 inches. The dog will weigh approximately 80 to 95 pounds, and the bitch will be between 70 and 85 pounds. Alaskan Malamute coat has a very dense double coat about 2 to 3 inches long. This coat allows the dog to survive outside in arctic winter conditions. The coat is usually found to be grey, black and white, wolf grey, or red. White is the only permitted solid color. The Alaskan Malamute will generally live for 12 to 15 years.   History : The Alaskan Malamute has been used by the Inuit for over 2000 years. This is a very old breed that shows its wolf ancestry in its appearance. This dog was named for the tribe called the Mahlemuts, who had come across from Siberia to settle in what is now Alaska. The dogs provided the Mahlemuts with a dependable form of transportation in an very challenging climate. Used not only as sled dogs,...