Sunday, August 22, 2010

Establishing Yourself As The Pack Leader

Whether you have just adopted a young pup or an adult dog, you have many things to teach your new companion. You want your dog to be loved, trained and lively, but not spoiled, a robot or uncontrollable. Dogs can be naturals at learning manners and commands, particularly when you understand a key aspect of their nature. Dogs are social, pack-oriented animals. Your dog will respect a strong, clear, fair leader. If you fail to establish this position for yourself, your dog will feel obliged to try to take the position of leader for himself.

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Monday, August 16, 2010

Monday, July 19, 2010

EXERCISE & DOGS

When exercising your dogs, be sure to monitor them at all times, provide ample water for hydration and watch that they don't become distracted in the event they take a misstep and become injured.


Sunday, June 20, 2010

Chocolate Toxicity Calculator For Dogs

As many of your know, almost 5 months ago we adopted a 3 year old beagle named Bailey


from our local pet adoption center. I adore this little guy and he's bringing such delight and laughter into our everyday lives. Naturally and professionally being just as concerned about my family's healthy eating as I am my dog's, I've been avidly researching the best diet and health resources for him and sharing them at PET HEALTH and PAWZITIVE FX. Here is the latest resource I've found and wanted to share it with all my readers here, especially if you are a dog owner. If not, Please forward this to friends and family who are.
Chocolate Toxicity Calculator

Chocolate Toxicity Calculator -

Chocolate Toxicity Calculator. Has your dog ingested a toxic dose of chocolate? This calculator lets you input your dog's weight, the amount of chocolate eaten and the type of chocolate. You will be told whether or not you need to be worried and what symptoms to look for.