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Adult Dog Training – Yes, Well Trained Adult Dogs Still Need To Be Stimulated!

Your adult dog needs the right amount of balance in his training. These needs include a regular dose of physical exercise, mental exercise, and the need to socialize. Providing your dog with these needs will keep him happy, healthy, and may even add extra... Read >
Author: Jerrymace

Choosing a Child-Friendly Dog

Taking on the responsibility of a family pet is a decision that shouldn't be taken lightly. More often than not people rush into the decision of getting one only to return them later for the fact they can't look after them. It is due to this fact that the... Read >
Author: Lisa Mills

Keeping Working Dogs on the job

Almost all dog owners, whether they live in the city or country, experience problem behaviours such as nuisance barking, jumping fences, or other habits such as biting livestock, ignoring commands or hunting wildlife. Many a working dog has met a short en... Read >
Author: Stephinno

Knowing and Understanding Your Border Collie

Oftentimes considered the most intelligent of all breeds of dogs, the Border Collie originate in the English and Scottish border country, and is an excellent sheep herding dog. They were plentiful in numbers in England and Scotland during the 1800s when ... Read >
Author: Jeff Nenadic

Dog Intelligence

Dogs are valued for their intelligence. This intelligence is expressed differently with different breeds and individuals, however. For example, Border Collies are noted for their ability to learn commands, while other breeds may not be so motivated toward... Read >
Author: wyatt

The Border Collie - Forever on the Run

The Border Collie is essentially a sheepdog. Obviously, sheep could be raised only in large tracts of uninhabited land where they could graze freely and thus did the border areas between Scotland and Northern England become prime sheep raising country as ... Read >
Author: Betty Roberts

Australian Shepherds - Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Treatment of the eye is a major concern for puppies belonging to some breeds like Australian Shepherd and Border Collies. They can be affected with eye diseases like CEA, PHR, micropthalmia and also cataracts. Research conducted in 2001 says that, the ... Read >
Author: Betty Roberts

Dog Advice for Dog Owners

There are a large number of different breeds of dogs in the world today and often some breeds are better than others. It is advised that when you are considering getting a dog that you do you research on each type of dog. Advice can be found in form of bo... Read >
Author: Ling Tong

Dogs Benefit From Eye Protection Goggles and Sunscreen

Many dogs within various breeds have eyes that are particularly sensitive to sunlight. In an effort to shield and comfort itself against the bright light, your dog may squint, whine, or even paw at its face. Sunglasses for canines are considered a cute f... Read >
Author: Jay Jacovitz

How To Start Training A Dog For Agility

Introduction and History Dog agility training began as a sport in the UK in the 1970s, and involves successful completion of an obstacle course. It's a great way to develop a strong bond between pet and owner; it can also help build confidence in timid d... Read >
Author: Charlie Cory

Just How Much Exercise Does Your Dog Need a Day?

Making sure you give your dog adequate amounts of exercise is extremely important not only in preventing behavior problems, but also for the overall health of your pet. It can help keep you both happy. But not all dogs need the same amount of exercise so... Read >
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Disc Dogs!

If you are looking to adopt or buy a disc dog, then you've come to the right place. Many breeds of dogs for sale or adoption make good disc dogs, but in general you are probably going to be looking for a mixed breed. Border Collies, Blue Heelers and Austr... Read >
Author: Dean Burton

What Your Dog Truly Needs

You are the center of your dog's universe. It is a weighty responsibility. You probably give your dog food, medical care, exercise, shelter and affection. But have you ever considered what your dog may truly need that you neglect? I think we love our d... Read >
Author: Sandy Finley

Puppy Dog Training For Obedience – How To Train Your Dog Puppy Properly

Puppy dog training for obedience is a topic close to the heart of dog lovers. Now, getting a new puppy in the house can be as joyous as having a new baby at home. It brings much excitement to everyone especially the kids. But you need to make sure that bu... Read >
Author: Davion Wong

Why Your Puppy Nips - And 5 Ways To Get Him To Stop

Here's a news flash ' puppies nip! Okay, I guess you already knew that. But here's the surprise ' you may actually be encouraging your puppy to nip. Let's talk about how to stop this behaviour before it grows up to be an adult-sized dog problem. Pup... Read >
Author: Mike Ray

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