Tips on dog care
The pleasures of training
Training a dog or in other words, teaching a dog specific skills, whatever they may be is a process to be enjoyed. The pleasure of watching a dog begin to understand what you are trying to teach him and then begin to have fun doing it for you just because you reward him so happily and enthusiastically is immensely rewarding. Most people envision the end product when they start to train a dog. For...
Read MoreWhat do I feed my dog and How much
Feeding your dog is like feeding yourself and your family. You feed yourself the best quality diet you can afford, so just do the same for your dog! A good diet will be reflected in your dog’s health, his coat and his behaviour and ability to learn. Generally, independent pet supply stores carry the best brands of food and the staff are trained to answer questions about the merits of the differ...
Read MoreMind games for your dog
With the onset of winter it is not always possible to go for the usual walks with our dogs nor can we always exercise them in our yards due to icy conditions or the occasional snowstorm. This is when mind games can be a lot of fun. Mental exercise can be just as tiring for a dog as a good game of fetch but many people don’t know this. If you have ever taken an obedience class with your dog you ...
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