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Dog Obedience Class

First Dog Obedience Class Ellie had a blast at the first dog obedience class. Although she is one of the older dogs in the dog obedience class she was very receptive to everything that was going on and was excited to meet some new pups. What to Bring to Dog Obedience Class We were required… more »

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Dog Obedience Training

With all the books and DVDs, on dog obedience training, I have purchased and explored I still am baffled by dog training.  I keep thinking that I am the one that needs the training more than the dogs do.  Both of my dogs are very well behaved.  There are certain areas that I wish I… more »

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Three Secrets to Dog Training

First I am not a dog training however I have had dogs in my life as long as I have been able.  We have had mostly Labrador retrievers and always from a registered breeder.  Full blooded Labradors are a joy to raise and live with.  They are also stubborn, hard driven, compulsive retrievers that can… more »

Supplies

Premier Break-away collar

I am already a fan of the designs of Premier products and use the Easy-Walk dog harnesses on both my dogs. Another good design in the Premier product line is the Premier break-away collar. Most of the everyday collars are called quick release collars which mean that a human can release the buckle quickly and… more »

Dog Harnesses for Training

As a dog owner, not a trainer, I will try about every device that promises to curb some of the behaviors that make it, let’s say, a challenge to walk my dogs. I have two young, full of energy, full blooded sporting dogs that at the moment weight about 130 pounds together. You hook up… more »

Premier Easy Walk Harness

We worked with the head collar (Halti brand, Premier makes one called the Gentle Leader) for a couple of weeks while dog walking.  It did give great control over Ellie and almost completely took care of her jumping.  The only problem is she does not like it and has to stop a couple of times… more »

Indestructible Dog Toys

Lots of dogs are chewers and making sure your dog has something safe to chew on is essential, that is if you want to keep them from chewing on your things like furniture, shoes, etc.  Especially if you happen to be fond of large breeds like myself.  Labrador retriever puppies put everything in their mouths… more »

Health

Types of Dog Beds

If you do not want your dog making themselves at home on the couch or on your bed you need to get them one of their own.  Here is a rundown of the types of dog beds available and there are a lot out there for all dog types.  You should know how your dog… more »

Substitutes for Elizabethan Collar for Dogs and Cats

There is a type of dog collar called an E Collar, Elizabethan Collar or Cone collar is used when a veterinarian needs to keep dogs & cats from licking or biting places on their body where there might be a skin condition or stitches from surgery. These collars are made of translucent plastic, go around… more »

Dog Food Allergies

Dog allergies are a common ailment among canines and dog food allergies account for approximately ten percent of all allergy issues among dogs. A dog can become allergic to a dog food that they have been eating for several years. With a little knowledge the pet owner can see the symptoms of a dog food… more »

Dog Fleas

Fleas are parasites that suck blood from pets and humans. Dog fleas can be a real nuisance and can cause many health related problems in humans and your dog. Controlling dog fleas is a two step process where you eliminate the dog fleas from your dog and do the same with the environment. The life-cycle… more »