Dog Training: How To Train Your Dog Not To Chew

Chewing is something that comes naturally to every dog. Every dog feels the instinctual need to sharpen its teeth and hone his biting skills. Chewing on the right things, like specially designed chew toys for instance, can even help the dog clean his teeth and remove plaque. Even though chewing is natural and healthy, that does not mean that the dog should be given carte blanche and allowed to chew...

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Puppy Basics: Potty-Training, Reprimanding, and Rewards. . .

Potty Training Your Puppy: Make sure you feed your dog at regular times every day as this makes bathroom breaks regular as well. Feed your puppy 2-3 times a day. As soon as he is finished eating, take him to a grassy potty area". Speak the words go potty or go in the grass before and while he is eliminating. Be sure to praise him when he is done. What you are doing is building word associations with the dog that will allow you to encourage his potty activity on command. This comes in handy when you and your dog are at unusual locations and at pit stops during long haul travel. It also saves...

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Save a life during "National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month"

Did you know that there are over 10 million adoptable animals entering our nation's shelters each year just waiting for a family to call their own? According to the ASPCA approximately 5-9 million of these animals are euthanized in our shelters every year due to overcrowding. Help save a life this October during National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month"! Welcoming a new dog into your home and your heart can bring years of happiness for all involved. Before you adopt, please make sure that you can give a lifelong commitment to a new dog by considering the following: * Research different breeds and...

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