Small Dog Spring Social and Fundraiser (Rochester, NY)
The Rochester Small Dog Playgroup presents the 3rd annual Small Dog Social Event in Rochester, NY. There will be a talent contest and a Spring Costume contest. So, if your dog has a special talent or a sharp spring outfit to show off-come join us and enter the contest.
My Dog Is Scared Of Thunder
Many dogs are scared of thunder so never think you a alone when your dog climbs the walls, howls, paws at the doors or ties to crawl into the hall linen closet Thunderstorms and the accompanying electrical energy disturbs dogs on a level most of us do not understand
Dog Insurance to Keep Your Pet Happy & Healthy
It seems that most of us will do whatever our veterinarian recommends for treatment to get our dogs back to their happy, healthy, lives. Therefore you should give serious consideration to buying dog insurance in case your little love ones get sick or injured. If you really think of your dog as part of your family it is inevitable that certain things will be demanded of you in making your dog's life as comfortable as possible. As we all know, life is unpredictable and things do not always go as we hope they will. This is why as dog owners we must realize that dog insurance comes with its benefits and therefore not something you can afford to ignore.
The Traveling Dog? Keeping Your Dog Safe When Traveling by Plane
When you have to fly your pet by plane in order to travel during vacation or when moving, the last thing most of us want is to stuff him in a box while he sits in the cargo area during the entire flight Unfortunately, if you have no other choice but to use the airlines for your travel needs, your dog will more thank likely be placed in a crate for the flight
Dog Food Ingredients - The Not So Healthy Ones
If you are purchasing dog food from your local grocery store, you may be in for a big surprise The one who ultimately pays for this is your canine
Dog Obedience Training Tips
Obedience training is probably the best thing you can ever do for yourself and your dog It should be noted that dog obedience training will not resolve all dog behavior problems
New Web Site is Dog's Best Friend
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Training Your Dog To Save a Life In Water
Occasionally watching Animal Planet does have its advantage. You can really learn how to train your dog for different situations.
Jackboy's Dog Bakery Baking Up Tasty and Nourishing Bond
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The Cost of Becoming a Loving Dog Owner
Dog ownership is like owning a boat - it's a never-ending expense. As soon as you bring the dog home (which can cost anywhere from a $30 pet adoption fee to $3,000 and up for purebred dogs), there are immediate needs to be fulfilled.
When the Dog Barks, It Might Be for Bully Sticks
When the dog barks, he may be telling you he wants Bully Sticks. The new Dog Treat, Bully Sticks, are made from all natural grass feed cattle. These dog treats are sweeping the country in an enormous fashion. One of the leading suppliers of the Bully Stick Dog Treats is Avrum Elmakis owner of the www.bestbullysticks.com website.
Nutritional Dog Supplements
Dogs, just like humans, thrive on a healthy diet. And, just like humans, dogs require the proper nutrients to live happy, healthy lives.
See Spot Surf at National Dog Surfing Competition
More than 60 brave surf dogs are expected to Hang 10 (errr, 20) for a great cause at the 3rd annual "Loews Coronado Bay Resort Surf Dog Competition" on June 28 in Imperial Beach, Calif. Each dog will have three waves (or chances) to impress a panel of professional judges and will be scored on confidence level, length of ride and overall ability to "grip it and rip it."
Dog Jewelry: A Celebration of Mans Best Friend
"Dogs are our link to paradise. They don't know evil or jealousy or discontent.
The Story Of My Amazing Dog Shandy
This is the story of my dog called Shandy. He was my favourite pet and he was very lively, lots of fun and very obedient.
One of the easiest training lessons you will ever encounter is halter training. Why is this? It is because your dog already knows the basics of how to function on a collar and leash system and walking is within their natural range of movement. Thus, you are not asking the dog to do anything outside of its normal field of activity. All you are doing is putting an extension on the collar and leash, which allows for more control of the animal.
So to begin the discussion, what is a halter? A halter in its simplest of forms is no more than an extended collar which has a secondary collar that encircles the animal's upper torso just behind the front legs. There is a D-loop on the back for the attachment of a leash and the whole attachment usually buckles in the front. The halter is useful in stopping disagreeable behaviors and provides more control for the handler without wrenching the animal's neck to achieve this goal.
To halter train your dog, you must first get your dog used to the apparatus. Let them explore it, sniff it and generally just look it over and become comfortable with it. This will put the dog at ease that this is not some new form of torture that you have devised and the dog will be more willing not to resist in the next step of training, which is placing the halter on the dog.
Most often halters are placed on the dog by slipping the collar portion over the head and then wrapping the torso section around the dog just behind the front legs. Many systems use a metal buckle or even a plastic snap connector of the type common amongst backpackers which joins the pieces together thus forming two loops, one around the neck and the other around the torso, with a connecting piece in between. The D-loop would then be positioned on the dogs back so affixing a leash is no major task. There are variations on this system however so read the manufacturers instructions on your particular model so as to avoid injury to yourself or your pet.
Now that we have the halter on your pet, the hard part is over. Now you get to have some fun praising your pet for cooperating so well and rewarding them. Also give them a few minutes to explore the new sensation of the halter without the leash while rewarding them for not trying to remove it. The rewards will help with the next part of the training as well, which is getting them to walk while on a halter and leash system. My favorite method for this is to find an assistant who can walk a few feet in front of the animal and myself and offer some kind of treat to the dog, be it food or a favorite toy.
The dog quickly learns that the harness is not restrictive and will follow the treats. Walk with your pet and allow them to sense that this device is not an encroachment on their freedom. If the dog begins to pull you along, say no and stand in one place just as in leash training. This will teach the dog that, while the halter does not impede their normal movements, there are limits to what they are allowed. In no time at all, you should have a pet that will happily be haltered and be ready to walk at your side rather than pulling you along over hill and vale.
The halter also has the added advantage of being a good handle should you need more control of a situation such as when aggressive behaviors are displayed. There is a simple technique to deal with this and avoid injuries to your pet or yourself. If you encounter a situation where you think aggression may be an issue quickly take in all slack on the leash and grab the harness between the collar and the torso loop. By pulling back on this section, you will raise your dog's front legs off the ground and distract them from their aggressive behavior. In smaller dogs, it is possible to lift the dog completely free of danger in this manner.
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