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Thursday, May 21st, 2009 | Author: admin

Do you have a new puppy who you plan on training as a hunting or gun dog? If so, you will need to know what kind of supplies you will need to get your puppy off and running. To prepare for your new puppy, you’ll need some supplies to get started.

Dog Crates

The fact of the matter is, puppies aren’t born housebroken. Sad, but true. This means you’ll need to housebreak puppy and the best way to do that is through create training. A lot of other benefits come from this as well and crate training utilizes puppy’s “denning” instinct to make it all happen. Crates also keep your dog (and your house) safe while he’s unsupervised.

Fortunately, regardless of the size of your dog, crates are easy to use, they come in a variety of sizes and some can even be collapsed and put away once you are done using it. Some dog owners only use a crate until a puppy is housebroken and then only for rare occasions.

Most dogs enjoy the crate because their instincts are to “den” in a quiet, comfortable, almost-confined space. It helps them feel protected, secure, and safe. Whether you get an aluminum or metal-wire dog crate, you will want to make sure it’s the right size for your dog. For puppies, get one with a divider to put inside so you can let the crate grow with your puppy. It should be just large enough for the dog to stand up straight, turn around in, and lay down flat.

Dog Training Collars

Dogs don’t train themselves—another sad fact. Luckily, they have us to do it for them and the process is usually fun. Training hunting dogs is even more of a challenge with greater rewards. Training collars can really help with this, especially the long-range electric collars. Whether you choose one of those or a simple choke collar for obedience training, make sure it’s the right one for you and your dog.

Training collars are designed to serve a purpose. You’re obviously attempting to train your dog not just to become a great hunting dog, but also so that he will listen to your commands and remain safe. Using training collars will help fulfill these goals. Find out what kind of system works best for both you and your dog, and start early while your dog is still a puppy.

Other Hunting Dog Supplies

When you first bring your puppy home, you will want to start working with him early to train him to be the most effective hunting dog possible. There are a number of products that are available wherever you shop for your hunting dog supplies that will help you train your dog effectively. Some of these products include:

1. Dog whistles: both obedience (call) whistles and water fowl imitation whistles are available and useful in training.
2. Dog training bumpers/dummies – for teaching retrieval and flushing, they simulate the bird to be hunted.
3. Launchers – for sending the dummies into the field or from hidden positions to better train your dog for outdoor hunting and retrieving.

Your new puppy will be a part of your home and hunting experience and will become your best friend for many years. Make sure you have the right hunting dog supplies and tools to make your training effective and fun!

Wednesday, May 20th, 2009 | Author: admin

Puppies are like little bundles of energy. They have a fairly good attention span and are very curious. If your puppy lacks these traits and you find him sleeping or sitting inactively you may want to take your pet to the veterinarian for a thorough check up. If the veterinarian doesn’t find anything wrong with your puppy you could use a natural way to augment his energy levels and attention span.

There is certainly no need for animal medication unless your dog is suffering from a serious medical ailment. If your veterinarian feels that your dog is in a good shape you may want to use the guidelines given below to help your puppy to feel better and be more alert in a natural way. View clothes for dogs and boy dog clothing, the clothes will keep your dog warm in the cold and staying healthier longer.

1. Many pet owners tend to feed their dogs five times a day. This is alright with most pups however if the amount of food that you are serving your dog is too much it may result in lethargy and a short attention span. If your puppy is more than six weeks old you can safely shift from a five times a day feeding schedule to a two times a day feeding schedule. Usually pet owners tend to over feed their puppies because they want them to grow fast. Instead of being healthy, over feeding your puppy will harm him.

2. Most good quality pet foods will have the digestibility level mentioned on the package. Quality dog foods usually have a digestibility level of 85%-90%. This is just perfect to provide your dog with the necessary nutrients without making him feel lethargic.

3. Most vital ingredient in dog food is protein. Dog’s need protein to build muscle and for over all physical well being. The richest source of protein for dogs is meat. So meat should form the largest part of your pet food. Unfortunately many ready made pet foods are laced with heavy quantities of carbohydrates and very little protein. The carbohydrates make your dog feel drowsy inactive and lethargic. View airline approved dog crates for you and your doggie.

4. You can also give your dog supplements of Vitamin B and proteins. But it is always safe to consult your veterinarian before introducing supplements as a part of the dog’s diet. Brewers yeast is a natural and rich source of Vitamin B and proteins and you can safely give brewers yeast to your dogs.

5. Omega 3 fatty acids are extremely healthy for dogs and humans alike. Most doctors and veterinarians will ask you to use Omega 3 fatty acids. In dogs they are responsible for increased concentration levels and a healthy coat. Flaxseed oil and fish oils contain substantial amounts of Omega3 fatty acids

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Tuesday, May 19th, 2009 | Author: admin

To ensure that your dog is able to successfully work with you on a hunt and is well-trained in the art of hunting, there are certain supplies you’ll need. The range of supplies includes crates, training collars, whistles, bird launchers, and more.

Basic Hunting Dog Supplies

Because most hunting dog owners get their dogs from known, reputable breeders, getting a puppy means complete training. It will take effort from both you and the new puppy, but having the right aids will make your lives much easier.

Dog Crates

Your puppy will need to become used to a crate immediately. Otherwise, your puppy may grow up to be afraid of crates, or will simply refuse to sit in a crate. Also, a crate will provide a comfortable, quite place of relaxation and getaway, and will allow him to become acquainted with his new home.

Dog Whistles

These whistles are convenient and won’t bother other humans (the pitch is far too high) but they are ideal for your dog. If properly used, you can train your dog to come to you immediately when he hears the whistle. This is very effective when you’re in the field hunting and you’re ready to leave and your dog is not in sight.

Duck and Game Whistles

There is a difference between duck and game whistles and dog whistles. The difference is that duck and game whistles are to be used in training your dog to flush and retrieve game. These whistles can be used with proper bird launchers to maximize training. Using these whistles out on the field will train your dog to behave when you’re hunting. Some whistles will offer the best of both world: a game whistle and a calling whistle.

Dog whistles should not be confused with duck whistles and other game whistles. These are used in the training process to teach a dog how to flush as well as retrieve. Duck and game whistles are sold at any place that sells hunting dog supplies. You will use these whistles in conjunction with bird launchers to simulate being in the field. Some of these dog whistles come with a variety of different sounds and can be used to both call your dog as well as imitate the sound of ducks and upland game.

Bird Launchers

You should train your new puppy to retrieve, as well as point and flush, and you should do so as soon as possible. Bird launchers are the choice training tool for most hunters when it comes to this kind of training. Use it with a bird whistle to show your dog what it will be like when you’re out together on the field. Regardless of whether you’re training to retrieve, flush, or follow, bird launchers are the top choice. You’ll find that a lot of bird launchers come with remote controls, each designed to train your dog to learn how to be a good hunting dog. Retailers of hunting dog supplies will usually keep bird launchers on hand.

Other Hunting Dog Supplies

In addition to the supplies mentioned above, you can find bumpers and dummies that can help train dogs in retrieval techniques in both water and on land. When used with a scent they can help train your hunting dog even better. Remember, the sooner you train your dog to get used to the field, your gun and prey the better he will be on the hunt.

Sunday, May 17th, 2009 | Author: admin

Dogs are remarkably intelligent creatures. Some experiments have even revealed that a dog has the same intelligence as a seven year old human child. They are also remarkably perceptive and intuitive. They have an uncanny ability to read their masters emotions and body language. Dogs are attuned to their owner’s body language and more often than not their behavior will depend on what they think their master is trying to convey to them through his body language. So if your dogs doesn’t listen to you or doesn’t obey your commands this may have something to do with your body language. Using the correct body language will usually help your dog to understand when he is not supposed to do a certain thing. You can find many dog accessories online that will aid in the training process.

A very common occurrence in most household that own a pet is the chaos that ensues upon the arrival of a guest. Usually, most friendly dogs are beside themselves with excitement at the thought of the new arrival. As soon as he gets the first whiff of your guest your puppy or your dog cannot contain his excitement and joy. He is curious to see who stands outside the door and he also desperately wants to play with the guest.

If you were to get your hands on a doggy language translator this is what you would hear your dog saying, “ I wonder if the guest has treats for me”, “ wonder what he smells like”, “will he want to play with me”, “Oh let me just jump all over him and see”. Oh yes, that’s what your dog would be saying.

Since it’s safe to assume that neither your guest nor you can understand doggy language you will interpret his excitement for nuisance and the only way in which most dog owners react to this situation is by commanding their dog to stop his jumping and excitement at once. But the dog rarely listens so the firm command is followed by harsher and louder “off” command which also fails to give results. Finally you submit and yell at him and try to physically get him off the guests. Now all these actions are interpreted by your dog as excitement. In other words when you yell and scream he thinks you are as excited as him and want to join in the fun. So instead of stopping he continues pouncing on the guests with more fervor. You may also need a dog dishes for larger dogs.

Why does your dog misinterpret your command? There is a very simple explanation to this. Your faulty body language and the incorrect tone of your voice make the dog feel that you are participating in the fun. So by doing this you are just encouraging your dog to continue with the bad behavior.

The Correct Body Language.

This is just one illustration of how your dogs behavior can be directly attributed to your faulty body language and excited tone of voice. Even though you are hollering out of frustration, for your dog it is excitement. So the next time your dog or puppy behaves this way you may want to tackle the situation using a different strategy. Here are a few tips that will help your dog to better understand your commands regardless of what you are trying to get him to do. Be sure to view these crate covers, they are great for keeping your dog comfortable in their cage.

1. Usually when we are angry with our pets we tend to run behind them. We think that once we catch them we will give them a good scolding. But when you run behind your dog he thinks your playing a game with him. So it’s very important that your dog does not interpret your annoyance as fun.

2. We have already established that dogs can and do interpret most commands based on your body language. So the next time you give your dog a command make sure that your

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Saturday, May 16th, 2009 | Author: admin

If you surf through free websites advertising dog sales you will realize that there are many dog owners who place advertisements to sell their puppies. These advertisements are normally placed by professional dog breeders who are backed by a sound reputation. They are also very passionate about the dog breeding profession. But some dog owners who place advertisements for the sale of the puppies are inexperienced and unaware of the requirements necessary for dog breeding.

If dog breeding is not your primary occupation but if you still intend to breed your dog to make some profit and a new puppy to your pet family you should necessarily go through the following measures before you go in for dog breeding.

Some people who make their living out of dog breeding know that they are supposed to give ample of time, attention and caring so that the puppies are strong and healthy. Some people even purchase dog pajamas, because they love them so much. You may have to spend a lot of time for this everyday. So go for it only when you are sure that you have enough time and perseverance for it.

You will have to spend a lot of time in advertising and handling inquiries on the phone from interested buyers. Many people who are interested in buying a pup may ask you many questions related to petting a dog so you will have to do your homework well. You will also need to have enough time and patience to answer their queries.

Many people who call you may even want to see the puppies but there is absolutely no guarantee that these prospective buyers will buy a puppy from you. If you have the capacity to emotionally and financially deal with such people only then should you consider dog breeding as a likely profession. Some people who are new to this business may not have the traits necessary to handle such customers.

As a dog breeder you will have to collect all the information pertaining to dog breeding and genetics. You should have adequate knowledge about genetic diseases and the preventative measures that you can use to combat them. You will need to purchase many different dog supplies for your dog. If you travel you will need a airline approved dog crates.

You should know how to take care of the complications that may arise during the whelping phase. Many dog breeders think that dog breeding is all about putting a male and female dog together to mate. But this couldn’t be further away from the truth. If you want to get into the business of dog breeding it is necessary that you have adequate knowledge about the various health problems and the remedies to solve them. You should also know what nutritional requirements of the mother in her pre and post pregnancy phase.

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Friday, May 15th, 2009 | Author: admin

If you want to give a lower body massage to your dog this article will guide you through a step by step process beginning from his neck and going down to his toes.

To remove the tension off the dog’s neck you should rub the neck area very gently. There are some muscles on the back of his neck. The skin covering these muscles is very loose so finding these muscles is very easy. Soothe these muscles by gently rubbing them with your fingers. Do the same with muscles on the side of the neck. Make sure you massage the area around the wind pipe gently any pressure applied here can be potentially dangerous. You will probably want a cheap dog crates to tote your dog around in.

Next with both your hands on his back, apply gentle pressure on the area around the spine. Make sure that your hands lie parallel to the spine without putting direct pressure on it. This should be done for a minute. Follow this with an open palmed massage on the side for another minute.

For the next step use your fingers to gently massage up and down in a walking motion on both sides of the spine. Follow this with firm yet gentle long strokes

Get him to lie down on his side and shift your attention to the top portion of his leg using gentle pressure. Give him five long strokes, starting at the side and going down to the top portion of his leg. Next take each leg in your hand and gently squeeze it for 10 seconds. Finally massage the leg tendons with your fingers. Each foot should be massaged one at a time by rubbing the area that surrounds the nails and the paw pads using small circular strokes. You can get your dog a nice sweaters for dogs that will look cute.

For the next step gently straighten and flex the leg joints a few times. If your dog has a hip, bone or joint problem such as arthritis or hip dysplasia try not to touch the affected area. Flexing and rubbing the sore joints will be very painful for your dog. If you try to touch these areas your dog’s reflex will be to scream or yelp in pain. If your dog reacts this way while you are giving him a massage you should know that you have touched a sensitive area and you should try to calm him down by gently petting him or giving him a hug before continuing the massage. Now remember which part of your dog’s body is sore and try not to touch it in future. View these cheap dog clothing, you can make your doggie look really cute after the massage.

Massage the other two legs in the same way by turning your dog to the other side

To finish the massage give your dog long gentle strokes that start at the top of his neck and go down to the tip of his toes. Repeat this procedure several times.

If your dog falls asleep you can be sure that you have done a good job. Even if he doesn’t fall asleep you can be sure that the massage will help him to feel relaxed and good.

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Thursday, May 14th, 2009 | Author: admin

Sometimes you may observe baseless anxiety and fear in your dog. There are many articles written on dog psychology and behavioral problems that stem from aggression and fear. Your dog may not necessarily be afflicted by such a complicated issue.

Improper behavior or not being trained is not always the cause for your dog’s anxiety and fear. Usage of natural therapy is one way to reduce the stress levels in your dog and make him feel good. Dogs that are real anxious by nature often face a problem with sleeping at night. Here is some information on how to rid your dog of his anxiety and stress. Be sure to view these small dog clothes for your doggie.

1. The digestion of wheat produces certain byproducts which act on certain nervous centers in the dog’s brain. When these centers are stimulated your dog feels calm so make sure that your dog food contains wheat in healthy amounts.

2. Another natural way to help calm your dog down is by giving him a concoction of warm milk and honey. You can also add some biscuits to this mixture and turn it into a nutritious meal. This mixture is not only healthy but also works as a potent stress buster.

3. You can also use a natural herb called Kava which is sold at many health food shops. If you give your dog water containing a few drops of Kava will help him to naturally relieve his stress and anxiety. This product keeps your dog in good health. You can also add the dry form of the Kava herb to your dog’s food. It is very important that you don’t exceed the dosage mentioned on the package. You may be interested in these large dog supplies and elevated dog feeders that will be great for your dog.

4. Since this article talks about the usage of natural food to help your dog deal with stress and anxiety, a very simple way to calm your dog down is to change the way you feed him. Instead of going for the popular two big meals a day version, give him smaller meals at equal intervals through out the day. Studies have indicated that eating small quantities of food can help to calm humans and dogs down alike.

5. Finally another very popular supplement available in the market is Bach’s Rescue Remedy. It is available in most pet product and health food stores. This supplement and the herb Kava have similar properties however the dosage may vary. The package will have some literature that will tell about the appropriate dosage for your dog. Bach’s Rescue Remedy is available in various forms. The best form is the liquid form which does not contain alcohol. You can administer it orally to your dog by adding it to his water.

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Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 | Author: admin

You can make it easy to litter box train a dog. Dog owners never like to do the potty training days. These days it is almost as easy as a litter box for a cat. Before reviewing the 3 steps to successful litter box training for your pooch, there are a few things that you always need to keep in mind when training or disciplining a dog. You need to know your dogs level of training and any bad habits they have developed. Always know that a dogs ability to be trained sometimes is decided by breed. A variety of breeds are extremely easy to train when others are somewhat stubborn and a bit more difficult to train. These canines may take a little more discipline but they can be trainable.

Lets talk about litter box training dogs with the indoor potty system itself. The Ugodog dog litter box is constructed of sturdy material that can handle a great amount of weight. What separates this system apart from different systems is that its top grates are specifically designed to not cause injury to dog or puppy paws. The way the grates are made is innovative as to not cut the bottom of the paw pads. Also, the grate holes are tiny enough so that even the tiniest dogs will not get their paws trapped. The grates come in two pieces so that you need only remove the dirty side. This system is a green product, durable, low cost and no replacement parts needed! That is why this is a great pet potty pick.

Age always needs to be considered when trying to potty train your dog. That said, even older dogs can be trained to use dog litter boxes. All you need for this system to be effective is the system itself, some newspaper or paper towels. You can use pee pads underneath the grates but this is expensive and not very eco-friendly. Newspaper is a much better choice. Once the dog is trained to use the system, newspapers are not even necessary. At your convenience, you can flush the pee down the toilet in the evening and through out the poo that sits on top the grate.

Training tips as easy as 1-2-3:

1) Put the dog litter box in a spot that your dog is use to going on pee pads or if they are use to going outside, put it where you would like.
2) Place a paper towel that you have soaked in your dogs urine beneath the grates.
3) When your pup needs to go lead them to the litter box and they will recognize their own scent and begin to go potty there!

Do not use negative reinforcement with your dog when training them. Use the same words repeatedly that you use to command them to go potty. Some dogs may be shy at first and have accidents. If they do, think of it as a positive that you can soak up the urine and put it under the grate and lead your dog over to the potty after an accident. The Ugodog indoor dog potty will make your life and your dogs life simpler. You will not be dealing with pee soaked paws or ripped up pee pads. Do not forget that furry little friend still need exercise. So do not eliminate walks.

Tuesday, May 12th, 2009 | Author: admin

When a puppy comes to a new home he will either start crying or barking and since this is the owner’s first experience with that pup, sometimes petting a dog can get the pup a little nervous and baffled. Some times the puppy keeps barking and crying even at night till they get used to the environment

Many puppies hate to be left alone in the house or in a room. So whenever you go out or even if you are just going out of the room they get scared and start barking and crying. The puppy gets so used to seeing you that he feels you have abandoned him and this makes him cry. Most owners react to this situation by going close to the pup and petting him, however this makes the puppy feel that his barking and crying has been successful in getting you back. So he will take this approach every time he wants your attention and this will turn him into a nuisance pet. But if you don’t pay heed to his behavior you may upset others around you. You may also want some covers for dog crates and cheap dog apparel that will be great for your dog.

You are in a difficult situation here with your puppy crying and the people giving you dirty looks about being a bad pet owner. Here are some ideas that can help you tackle this situation.

• Lend a deaf year to your dog’s barking. Don’t yell at him because this will just frighten him and make him want to be close to you or your yelling may even increase his anxiety and he will continue barking.

• Use a product called “teaching lead” which will let your puppy be around you all the time. By using this product you will help your puppy to be comfortable and feel your presence till he gets used to the new environment. You will also need to look at some more dog store that you can help aid in training your dog.

• Don’t pet your puppy or talk to him when you are going out because when you do this the next time your puppy will be forced to think that you are only doing this because you intend to go out. Similarly don’t talk or play with him when you get back home try to come back home as soon as possible but avoid giving your dog any signs that he may start associating with your departure.

You can also use simple startling tricks to divert your dog’s attention. You can use a squirt gun and squirt some water over your puppy. This should startle him enough to stop his barking. You could also use a roll made of paper or a can filled with pennies and as soon as he starts just bang the paper roll against the door or wall or thrown the can in his direction and the loud noise will certainly get his attention and get him to stop.

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Monday, May 11th, 2009 | Author: admin

Style comes in whatever you do in a different way. Earlier people used to carry their young puppies in their arms while going for shopping or taking a walk in the park, whereas these days there are several dog accessories available in the market to carry the puppies not only in an elegant way but also to give comfort to the puppy as well as to the dog lovers. There are many dog carriers, pet strollers, Small Dog Supplies and even elegant and classic bicycle with basket attached to it so that you can put your sweet little puppy in it in style.

While there are several types of bicycles available in the market with reasonable rates, but the best bicycle which we liked for our daughter and her pet is the Classic Bicycle Pet Basket. This is the Wicker Cruiser Classic Bicycle Pet Basket which is exclusively designed and is a Unique Pet Supply to the pet. The basket is stylishly designed and can be quickly attached to the handlebars with the help of innovative and quick release mounting bracket. Now our daughter could not only go for a quick ride with her favorite puppy but also she could help in getting groceries from the nearest mall. She was so enthusiastic that now every evening she goes for a ride on the bicycle to the park and this way both get a chance to move around in fresh air. The basket of this bicycle is so convenient and comfortable that a small dog which weighs up to 13lbs with 13’’ shoulders can easily fit into it. To give more comfort and coziness to the puppy, a blanket can be kept in the basket during the winters so that the puppy feels warm and safe. This was the best dog supplies for the dog.

There are many more enhanced features for which we liked this bicycle very much. It is included with “Fits -All” universal bracket which conveniently goes with all the handlebars. The wicker construction is very safe and durable as well. Even if the dog is not outfitted with leashes or harnesses, then also he/she is safe in the basket because of the classic open air wicker secure top. Furthermore, the basket is designed in such a way that it allows ample of air to flow. The mounting bracket and the sturdy handle facilitates in removing the basket whenever necessary. The carry handles are also too sturdy and strong so that the pet is easily put in. A step-in harness and a fleece pad also are included in the set. The item code no. of this bicycle is SKU16323 and it is priced for $89.99. The basket can be easily washed with mild soap and water. This is a best pet supply for the dogs.

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