2009 April | Good Dog Care

The Challenge of Training a Border Collie

30. April 2009

Herding cats isn’t easy! If you don’t believe me, you can ask my border collie, Jake. We live on a ranch, so Jake is a working dog. He has a JOB. When the cows need to be herded from point A to point B, it is Jake’s job to get them there. Jake loves his [...]

Flea and Tick Dog Shampoo Skin Relief Therapy

27. April 2009

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Hartz Ultraguard Plus Flea and Tick Skin Therapy Shampoo provides great protection and skin relief for flea bitten skin.
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Crate Training For Your Dog

27. April 2009

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Maybe it’s a leftover gene from their ancient ancestors who ran wild, but dogs are denning creatures. ALL dogs are denning creatures, and it does not matter one bit what breed they are, whether they are male or female or how old they are.
Dogs want a place where they feel safe and a place to [...]

Tri-Tronics Pro100 G2 Dog Training Collar

27. April 2009

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Tri-Tronics collars are one of the highest quality electronic dog collars on the market today.
The Pro100 G2 Exp Collar is popular for training both beginning and advanced dogs. 18 levels of continuous and 6 levels of momentary stimulation.
True one-hand operation, No-slip grip on transmitter, On/off collar switch, Rugged antenna, Long and short [...]

1800 NC Training Collar

27. April 2009

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Designed for the Beagle and Hound owners who need a dependable long-range training collar to control a number of dogs in the field at once. The 1800 Series is a reasonably-priced single or multi-dog unit that offers sixteen levels of stimulation with a selector style intensity control. (8 Nick and 8 Constant modes).
Features [...]

Dog Health Can Be Improved With a Natural Diet

24. April 2009

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It goes without saying that your dog needs suitable nutrition to remain healthy. Vets and pet food manufacturers often have differing views on appropriate nutrition for your dog. Although commercial pet food manufacturers are motivated in large part by profits, commercially prepared foods are routinely recommended as part of an adequate, or good, diet for [...]

Shih Tzu Dogs Over The Counter Medications

23. April 2009

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Some over-the-counter medications can be used for emergencies in select situations. Always ask your vet before giving any over-the-counter medicines to your injured or ill shih tzu.
3% hydrogen peroxide: Can be used to induce vomiting and for general wound cleaning. Dosage is: 1 teaspoon per 10 pounds of body weight.

Give Your Dog a Sexy Makeover

23. April 2009

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How’s your dog looking these days? Running through puddles, rolling in mud, and fighting off fleas can leave any dog looking drab. But it doesn’t have to be that way. And you don’t have to spend a lot of money to have a fabulous looking dog. Follow these tips and your dog will be [...]

Keep Your Dogs Teeth Healthy

22. April 2009

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Dogs get plaque and tartar on their teeth just like humans do. Cleaning your dogs teeth between professional cleanings is very simple.
Keeping your dogs teeth and gums clean will eliminate “doggy breath” as well as keep your dog healthy.
Most veterinarians suggest twice a week brushings. When brushing teeth, use baking soda or a [...]

Grooming Your Dog the Right Way

22. April 2009

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Good grooming habits should start in the early stages of your puppies’ life. At this age they can be trained to sit or stand, and the grooming becomes a part of their normal routine. All dogs need regular grooming and inspection, whether done by the owner, veterinarian, or groomer.
A basic home grooming kit should include [...]