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Medical Painkillers for Dogs

Manyproducts on can be used for pain control in dogs.Vicky Kasala Productions/Photodisc/Getty ImagesIn many households across America and other countries, dogs are part of the family. They sleep in our homes, eat food from our tables and go on vacation with us. Sometimes people can forget...

What Happens When My Cat Is Going to Give Birth?

It's easy to tell when a human is having a baby, but if you have never experienced a cat giving birth, you may be confused as to what is normal and what you can do to help. Like humans, not all cats will go through the exact same process, but there are signs you can look for that are very common whe

How to Housebreak a Beagle

Beagles are sweet, lively little dogs with a reputation for being impossible to housebreak. In truth, any dog can be housebroken, even a beagle. Even if your beagle already is an adult, you can finally teach him to use the potty outside instead of inside, but it will take perseverance on your part.

Helpful Tips on Preventing Dog Arthritis

Man's best friend is very similar to man indeed. Dogs are prone to similar lifestyle diseases as humans are. Heart attacks in a Labrador or arthritis in all dog breeds are very common...

How to Wrap a Dog's Wound

A dog with a deep wound should be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. If it is not possible to get him to the vet within an hour or two or if the wound is not severe, wrap the dog's wound to keep it clean and stave off infection. Exercise caution when dealing with any wounded animal, even yo

Training Aggressive Dogs - Avoid a Lawsuit

Training aggressive dogs can be very frustrating, especially if you have no idea where to start.It is very important to make sure that your pet if properly training if it is an aggressive breed or has exhibited aggressive behavior in the past.You should teach you pet not to jump, nip, bite, threaten

Caring For Dogs With Rear Paralysis

Spinal injury is one of the most serious ailments that can affect dogs. If your canine pet acquires this injury, it can suffer rear paralysis. This is because, in most cases, the point of injury and downwards is the most vulnerable. When this happens, your dog can no longer move his rear legs.

How to Teach Your Dog to Not Pull on the Leash

According to Mary Woodward, obedience school owner, trainer and writer, pulling on a leash is one of the main problems owners have with their dogs. Teaching your dog not to pull on a leash requires you to stop rewarding the pulling behavior, according to Woodward. Your dog must learn that pulling pr

Dog Clicker Training - Use This Guide For Success

You have to make your pet behave correctly so that you can enjoy a happy life together. The dog clicker training is one of the most effective approaches you can adopt to teach your dog all the things that it has to learn to do.

How to Breed a Saint Bernard

The Saint Bernard is an old breed, related to the colossal dogs that crossed the Alps with the Romans. Some of the dogs were taken in by monks, who eventually used the dogs to locate victims of avalanches. A good breeder should also show his dogs in conformation. Dog shows are not just beauty pagean

What You Should Know About Dog Health Care

Our dogs are now, more than ever, a very important part of our families. We care for them as we care for ourselves. That includes taking a greater interest in our dogs' health care. In response, there have been many advances in dog health care in recent years:

How to Talk to Dogs - And Get an Answer

A dog's bark can be worse than his bite - if you are not communicating properly with your pet. Animals understand a lot about us because our body language is often like their own, says Jean Craighead George, author of How to Talk to Your Dog and How to Talk to Your Cat (Warner Books).

Advice Regarding Dog Training DVDs

There are a lot of dog owners out there that wants their dog to be well trained. Dog training does not come cheap and it is short lived at all. You will need to put extra time and effort on it. Now there is an answer to this problem.

Information on Shitzu Maltese Puppies

A Shitzu Maltese, also called a Bichon Maltese, is produced as a hybrid of two established breeds. These "designer dogs" are becoming increasing popular for their beauty, size and charming personalities. Their long coats require some extra care, but training these pliable dogs is relatively straight

How to Deal With Border Collie Whining

Border collies don't make many different sounds, but all of them signify something. If your dog is whining, than he must need something, whine for attention or because he misses you or some other pet who maybe died or ran from home.

How Do I Potty Train a Puppy at 8 Weeks?

Once you have chosen the perfect canine companion to bring home to your family, the reality can set in quickly. New puppies have to be trained to fit into your family dynamics. One of the first trainings you will begin working on is potty training. Although it can be intimidating, you can train your

How to Sharpen Wahl Clippers

Grooming is an essential part of pet ownership, and clippers are an important tool for a proper grooming routine. Many breeds of dog, including poodles, cocker spaniels, and schnauzers, are routinely clipped to help maintain a neat, clean appearance and reduce shedding. Wahl clippers are very popula