Personally, I think one of the biggest problems dog owners have is jumping. Jumping on them, friends, family, furniture, and counters is a big problem for many people. Teaching your dog the word “Off” can be a very effective way to deal with this problem. The big mistake I often see is telling the dog “Down” when he jumps. If […]
With summer approaching, you no doubt have plans to spend more time at the dog park, the beach, or other places where you and your dog can enjoy sunny days. While it’s great for dogs to be outside and get exercise, this is also a time to be aware of proper care during the hotter months. It’s important to keep […]
Are you considering having a frog as your next pet? While frogs can make great pets and can bring years of joy to your life, there are several things to consider before purchasing a frog. By carefully examining the pros and cons of keeping a frog as a pet, you can more effectively determine whether or not it’s the right […]
So you’ve brought home a pair of ferrets, wonderful new pets for your family to enjoy and love. You’ve brought a cage and toys, as well as cozy bedding. But what do you feed them? Fortunately, ferret food doesn’t have to be expensive. Ferrets love meat, and when they live in the wild, they will eat mice, rabbits, frogs, and […]
Hiccups are usually harmless and are rarely serious. Basically, the source is spasms of the diaphragm. This can be caused by excitement, eating too fast, irritants, or stress. Puppies that hiccup usually do so first thing in the morning after waking up, after a nap, after eating, or after being overly excited. Some pups can even hiccup in their sleep! […]
When we think about getting rid of chipmunks, all the methods can be divided into two categories; humane and deadly. Humane methods can be further divided into categories, such as catching chipmunks alive and using scare tactics to drive them out of your yard. There are also a number of natural repellents that can be put up a squirrel’s nose […]
The Great Dane makes a good pet for those looking for a very large dog. She is a good watchdog and only a fool would challenge her. She loves her human family and only needs moderate exercise. She is good with children but dangerous due to her size, especially with very young children. As a reminder, she never leaves a […]
“Not all closed doors are closed… some are closed due to the weather.” Thapelo Jonas It is often said that only two things are certain in life, death and taxes. However, another thing that qualifies to be placed in that category is ‘knocking on the door’. Every person has to knock on at least one door in her life, whether […]
Not only are they big in size, Newfoundland dogs are big in strength and great loyalty. Typically black in color, the loving and patient Newfoundland dog is distinguished by its unique webbed foot that allows them to be great swimmers. Once used for working dogs in water rescue. They are considered easy to train and eager to please. Very laid […]
We’re back with more answers on dog training and obedience from Joanne Lekas, owner/operator of Happy Dog Behavior Training in Waltham, MA. Ms. G: Joanne, what is the biggest training mistake humans make when training or interacting with their dog? Joan: Well, the first thing that comes to mind is to speak to your new puppy in English and hope […]
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