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Training Rewards for Dogs Added 19/7/11
With today's love affair with reward based training techniques, it can be hard to
choose the right reward. Food is the usual choice, but with obesity nearly as much a
problem for dogs as it is for humans – estimates are that 25-40% of all dogs are
overweight – the risk of overfeeding dogs should not be ignored. Read more...
House Training your Dog or Puppy Added 18/7/11
House training is usually understood to mean teaching a dog to urinate and defecate
(pee and poop) in a place convenient to the owners. This should be a very simple
process, dogs are 'house trained' by their mothers while still only a few weeks
old. Read more...
Environmentally-Friendly Disposal of Dog Poo
Millions of dog owners collect their dog poo in small plastic bags, and
dispose of it in the nearest litter or poo bin. But what happens to the poo once it
leaves the bin? Read more...
Games for Less Mobile Dogs
Dogs with limited mobility for any reason, including age, can still enjoy a good game
as long as it takes their abilities into account, rather than any disabilities. If
short walks (or no walks at all) are all your dog can manage, they still have a
brain that needs to be kept active. Read more...
Kong Ice Surprise
When the temperature gets much above 25 degrees for a prolonged period, it can be too
hot to give dogs adequate exercise. Giving them treats is one way to keep them busy.
To extend the life and interest of treats, you can freeze them and combine them with some
of the many available toys. Read more...