Grooming Tips for Herding Dogs
Caring for the Coats in the Herding Group The dogs in the Herding Group, such as the Rough Collie, Belgian Sheepdog, German Shepherds and any of the Shepherd breeds that have long furnishings in their chest and behind their hind legs (called feathers), should never be clipped or shaved. That being said, there are some […]
How to Train a Dog to “Leave It”
Teaching the “Leave It” Cue The “leave it” cue can be taught for several different purposes. This is an important cue to teach your dog because it can prevent your dog from harm. When teaching the “leave it” command, you’ll want to use several different objects. Additionally, you’ll need to gradually increase the amount of […]
Backyard Dangers for Dogs
Hidden Dangers in Your Backyard In dog training, you learn about the dangers your dog may face when on a walk. It’s important to know how to hold onto your leash properly, approach corners cautiously and always keep an eye out for other dogs. Over time, keeping our canines safe outside of our home becomes […]
Easing Your Dog’s Fear of Loud Noises
Fear of Noises in Dogs Canine noise fear is a somewhat common occurrence among dogs. These fears can soon become phobias, which are defined as persistent, excessive and irrational fear responses. Fear of noise can manifest in dogs and cause the dog to show outward signs of fearful behavior including anxiety, attempts to escape, skittishness, […]
Creating a Greeting Spot for Your Dog
How to Train a Dog to Stay When the Doorbell Rings The Greeting Spot As many dog trainers will tell you, having a dog of your own makes you an amateur dog trainer to a certain degree. It is up to the owner to introduce what he would consider appropriate behaviors to his dog. We’ll […]
What is Pica in Cats?
Cats With Pica By Penny Derbyshire-Baldyga, RVT As with some humans, cats are known to eat strange things. The urge to eat non-food items is known as pica, and is common for many cats. For example, there is a behavior called “wool sucking,” which occurs in cats who are weaned too soon. The younger the […]
Lowchen Grooming
Grooming the Lowchen By Shelly Navarro About the Lowchen Lowchens, although on the smaller side of the dog scale, have rather big personalities. Often referred to as little lions, these dogs have been frisky and loving companions to both royalty and peasants throughout their history. How these little lions came to receive their signature cut […]
