There Is A Dog Breed For Every Lifestyle!

Even though selecting the right breed of dog for you and your family seems like it should be easy in all actuality it is not. There are so many breeds to choose from with so many different characteristics. However if you’ll follow some of the tips below and take time to do some research I know you can find the right dog.

The Number One Reason Why Dogs Die

I can imagine that there’s nothing worse than seeing your dog run out into the street and being hit by a car and dying before your eyes. It has to be a very traumatic experience. However that scene plays out over and over again daily all over the country. Here are a few tips to keep it from happening to you.

The Canine Good Citizen Test

The Canine Good Citizen Test, or CGC, is an exam given by the American Kennel Club. Passing this test will allow you to have a dog that is well behaved not only at home but also when out in different surroundings. It also shows that you the owner have been determined enough to train your dog and give it the attention needed to have a well behaved dog.

Re-Housebreaking Your Adult Dog

Has your adult dog started using your house for a toilet again? Maybe your dog just has an occasional accident as some people say, every now and then. If so it’s time to take a step backwards and return to the basics.

Choosing a Great Dog From a Shelter

If you and your family have decided to get a new dog, selecting one from the local shelter is an excellent way to find the right dog for you. There are however a few things that you should be aware of and watch out for when selecting that pound puppy.

Children Friendly Dogs

I get calls quite often from people wanting to know what would be a great dog to get for the family since they have children. They’re looking for a dog that is kid friendly and will make a good addition to the family. Of course there isn’t one particular breed that’s the best for everybody but I do have four of them that I usually recommend. Let me tell you about them now.

Advanced Obedience Training

If you have already trained your dog on basic obedience and want to find some training that is more advanced then here are a few suggestions of advanced training that you and your dog may enjoy. Advanced training isn’t just for people who want to show their dogs it can be for people who want to have fun with their dogs as well.

2 Commands That Could Save Your Dog’s Life

For some people having a well-trained dog is a must. For other people having a well-trained dog would just be nice. No matter which way you look at it however there are two commands that are absolutely essential for any dog. These are commands that could save your dog’s life.

Finding a New Home For Your Dog

There are those times when you must absolutely find a new home for your dog. I know we all talk about the fact that you shouldn’t give up your dog but sometimes difficult situations might keep you from sticking to that agreement with yourself.

Correcting Poor Behaviors in Your Dog

Over the years I’ve found that one of the things new dog owners are always searching for is a cure for their dog’s bad behavior. When I say bad behavior that covers all sorts of things from barking, jumping, soiling in the house, you name it. When the dog gets a little older then it seems that the behavior quite often turns to the fearful dog or the aggressive dog.

5 Things Dog Owners Should Know

Dogs have become part of our families and don’t we want the best for our family members? This article describes 5 things every dog owner needs to consider. The list is certainly not all inclusive but should give the reader something to think about.

Insiders Guide to Potty Training Your Puppy

Here is my fairly short introduction to paper training a puppy. It is very important in a young puppy’s life that he or she knows that you are the master and don’t want them to do certain things. Namely wet your furniture or other valuables, with these simple steps you can be well on your way to having a potty trained puppy in just a short time and for the remainder of the puppy’s life which will make yours easier in the long run.