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Training Tips For Your Medium, Large and Extra-Large Dog

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Training medium, large and extra large dogs varies greatly from training a Pomeranian, Pugs, etc. They are in a class all by themselves. They are known as the working dogs. As their title states, dogs ...

Considerations On Taking In A Stray Animal

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

When it comes to pets, many of us love the sight of a furry tail wagging. Most times, that furry tail belongs to a pooch who came from a reputable and conscientious source. The sad ...

Choosing Your Dog Wisely

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Dogs are one of the most popular pets on the planet. Seemingly, everyone has one, so why shouldn't you? In principle, there is no reason not to. With the endless array of breeds, there is ...

Caring For Brachycephalic (Flat-Faced) Dogs

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

What do breeds such as the English bulldog, Boston Terrier, Pekinese and Pug have in common besides their small size and cute-factor? They are all what is known as brachycephalic, which means "short-headed" in Greek. ...

Adopting Abused Dogs: Building Trust

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Of the people who adopt from shelters, only a few will adopt a dog they know has experienced abuse. The fact is, a large number of the dogs found in shelters have been rescued from ...

Adopting a Dog: Your Checklist

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

So, you have decided to adopt a dog. It is something you, or your family has wanted for some time. But now the question is, are you ready? Are you introducing a dog into your ...

Training an Older French Bulldog

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Little Miss Muffin is three years old. But it has only been the last few weeks that she has been part of your family. Muffin is the second dog to become a member of the ...

Training Your Little English Bulldog Who Has a Big Personality

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

A trainer known for his work with big dogs was asked to try his hand at training a small dog. The small dog was put on a leash and led along, and the trainer pulled ...

Training English Bulldogs 101

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Who doesn't love an English Bulldog puppy? The little ball of rolls that innocently sits next to you, looking up at you as if you are a VIP can make anyone melt. In times like ...

Training Two Different French Bulldogs in the Same Home

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

While you were looking for a dog to bring home, it hadn't been your intention to bring home two of them, but then you fell in love with two sisters. "How could I separate these ...

Deafness in Cats

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

The ears of cats are sensitive and delicate; as such, they are prone to being damaged or infected, sometimes leading to deafness. Cats can also be deaf right from birth through a genetic defect. Deafness ...

Proper Perspectives on Dog Training

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Anyone who owns a dog knows that little Floppy Ears is listening to every word you say and watching everything you do. He will follow you around and be right in the middle of your ...

Successful Dog Training Techniques

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

When you bring a dog into your home, you must be dedicated to helping him be the best dog he can be. That is one of the most important jobs you have as the parent ...

Why Do You Want a Dog?

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

As many people as there are in the world, there are likely to be as many reasons why they want to own a dog. When polling dog owners about the criteria they used for choosing ...

Training a Kitten

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

So you've brought home a fluffy bundle of love. She's just gotten all her shots, and has been given a clean bill of health. You even have plans to make sure she gets fixed in ...

The French Bulldog – Training Techniques

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Have those large and dramatic eyes gotten your heart all aflutter? Perhaps it was the slightly mischievous, "more animated than a cartoon character" demeanor that caught your attention. Whatever it is about the French Bulldog ...

What are the Best Guard Dogs?

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

It is important to note that guard dogs and watch dogs are not necessarily the same. Depending on what you are looking for, you may want to choose a watch dog over a guard dog, ...

How to Test Your Dog's Intelligence

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Like humans, dogs have various levels of intelligence. Some dog breeds are smarter than other dog breeds, and some dogs within that breed are going to be smarter than other dogs. There are a number ...

What to Do With Your Dog Before You Go on Vacation

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Dogs are pack animals. They prefer to spend all of their time with the members of their pack. They feel safer, more confident, and happier when they are surrounded by the "animals" that they know. ...

Why Dog Training is Not Just Done in the Home

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

While it may be painful for pet owners to hear, dogs do not really think. Sure, it appears as though they are lost in thought, pondering the world and all its delicious glory, but most ...