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Differences between Male and Female Puppies

Differences between Male and Female Puppies

The Differences between Male and Female Puppies There is an old saying that has circulated for a long time among dog aficionados: “If you want a good dog, get a male. If you want a great dog, get a female and cross your fingers.” Everyone you ask will have their own opinion… for example some ...

How to put a stop to puppy digging

How to put a stop to puppy digging

How to put a stop to puppy digging Between I’d say 4 months and 8 months dogs go through what I like to call the “teen years” this is the time when most people will throw their hands up in frustration and some will re-home or worse drop their dogs off at the pound. During ...

The Puppy Aptitude Test

The Puppy Aptitude Test

PUPPY APTITUDE TESTING The research of Scott and Fuller, Clarence Pfaffenger, William Campbell and others, showed that temperament is composed of a number of traits, such as dominant versus submissive, independent versus socially attracted. These traits are observable and measurable- The various combinations of these traits is what makes some dogs more temperamentally suited for ...

Do you think dogs can enjoy television?

Do you think dogs can enjoy television?

Almost everyone I know with a dog claims that their pooch watches television. I believe them, but I also know that a dog’s eyesight is very different from ours, so what exactly does “watching TV” mean for a dog? Pet experts say that a lot of dogs will actually follow the movement of objects on ...

Doorbell Excitement

Doorbell Excitement

Desensitizing Your Dog with the Doorbell When someone rings your doorbell, does it sound like World War III is starting at your house?  Most people’s dogs go crazy when the doorbell rings and they have a hard time controlling their dogs and the situation when people arrive. Crazy barking is a conditional response and therefore ...

New Puppy Training – Easy Potty Training Tips

New Puppy Training – Easy Potty Training Tips

Check Out Our Free Dog Potty Training Advice. Tips To Stop Your New Puppy From Eliminating In The House.

All I know about Potty Training…with out a crate

All I know about Potty Training…with out a crate

The best way to potty train with out crates.. they did it for years with out crates so it is possible. You will have to put some effort into house training your puppy or dog. You have to be consistent. You have to be diligent. Expect accidents. Read More...

Why Walking your Dog is Important – Kitty and Canine Stress

Why Walking your Dog is Important – Kitty and Canine Stress

Ever wonder what it’s like to be stuck in a house for nine hours a day? Cooping up your pooch or feline for extended periods of time without multiple long walks a day can seriously effect their health. Overeating due to idle time is a reason why cats and dogs become overweight, and taking them ...

After You Get Your Puppy Free E-Book by Ian Dunbar

After You Get Your Puppy Free E-Book by Ian Dunbar

Free PDF versions of Ian Dunbar’s books!!! The “After you get your puppy” book covers potty training, destructive chewing, barking, separation anxiety, socialization, handling, puppy biting, bite-inhibition and preventing adolescent problems. The “Before you get your puppy” book is a MUST READ for anyone thinking of getting a puppy. Puppies should be raised in an errorless ...

What do dogs see?

What do dogs see?

Dog Vision: What do dogs see? Most of people have their own dogs as the pets. And many dog owners know the facts: dogs have a much great ability to see in the dark. But few of them know what do dogs see? In fact, dogs see the world very differently to humans. Their eyesight ...