Puppy And Dog Tips

Provides puppy and dog training tips, advice and resources

Archive for September, 2008

Puppies are for a Lifetime – Not a short Time

You think it is time to get a new puppy or dog for yourself and your family. You have a good home to offer a dog and enough time (and money) to spend with your dog for the term of its natural life. It does not matter who you are or what circumstances you live in, [...]
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What Dog will fit into your Life?

Now you are looking to buy a dog – are you confused by all the dog breeds to choose from? There are large dog breeds, toy dog breeds, small dog breeds and medium dog breeds. With so many different dog breeds, how do you choose the right dog breed for your family? Before you decide what [...]
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Dog Health: Hip Dysplasia In Dogs

Hip dysplasia in dogs can lead to crippling and painful canine arthritis. Although genetics appears to play an important factor in determining whether your dog will or won't be effected, experts are in agreement that careful management and therapy can help alleviate the severity, and therefore the pain and disability that your dog may encounter. Read on for the latest information on hip dysplasia in dogs.
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How to Train your Dog to Rollover

Now you have mastered basic dog obedience training – the sit, drop and stay from our articles over the last couple of weeks. It can be fun and useful to train your dog to lie on its side and then to rollover. Remember to make your dog training fun and only do short amounts at a [...]
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More Basic Dog Obedience to Teach your Puppy Dog

It is vital for all dogs and puppies to learn sit and drop as soon as they join your household. This teaches them manners and to look up to you as their leader. Anyone can teach their puppy or dog good manners. Just use consistency and reward good behaviour. Do not punish bad behaviour – ignore [...]
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