Often we think of aggressive or fighting dogs when we see one dog attack another – but we are wrong in that assumption. Dogs trained to be companions may often exhibit such behavior toward other dogs.
Though it’s fun to own multiple pets, if you own more than one dog, it is likely you’ve encountered dog on dog aggression yourself. It is often a simple spat where two dogs growl, bark, or tussle for a few seconds and the problem is then over. As long as the dogs are …

There are few things as frustrating to a dog owner as calling your pet “Fido, come” while Fido totally ignores you or gives you a quick look and then proceeds to continue with what he’s doing. Using traditional training methods, you can teach the dog what you want him to do – but that doesn’t mean it will happen. Your dog need to first understand what it is you want when you say his name, followed by the command “come” but he also must learn that it is not optional.
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As you get to know your new dog, you may notice he has a specific schedule for his days. He will arrange his activities around your own time frames if you live on a fairly regular schedule yourself. Your pet is very adaptable and will respond well to a semi regular schedule for his daily activities.
Though your pet will usually be willing to play at any time, it’s likely there are a couple periods during the day when he will actively seek playtime with you or with his own …

If you own a Labrador Retriever, Irish Water Spaniel, or a Portuguese Water Dog, doing some type of water activities is one of the best ways for you and your dog to spend time together. Whether he is playing along the rolling waves of the ocean or fetching a stick in a shallow creek, spending time in the water with your canine buddy is a great way to enjoy the great outdoors.
Make Safety # 1
When you and your dog are both paddling in the water, it is very important to …

A beagle dog can be a great pet to have. However, just like any other dog, you will have to make sure that your beagle is trained properly so as to ensure that he exhibits the proper behaviour at all times.

Early training for service dogs destined to work in some field of scent detection generally involves a lot of socialization, followed with some basic obedience – and in some cases, a little agility.
Canine Detection Training centers first have prospective puppies go to carefully screened foster families with whom the pups will be raised until they are roughly 12 to 18 months of age. The primary role of these foster families (in addition to providing a loving home) is to socialize the dogs.
The families are obligated to take the puppy out …