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Amputation Of A Limb – Can Your Dog Live With A Prosthetic?
Is your dog facing the possibility of having one of his limbs amputated due to an accident or a disease? Such a surgery is not uncommon, especially when dog owners have pets that experience a terrible car accident or bone cancer, which typically calls for an amputation process. We call these amputated canines "tripods" which is a lovable description known throughout dog lovers for these animals... (posted by Jerry 1 year 298 days ago.)
Is your dog facing the possibility of having one of his limbs amputated due to an accident or a disease? Such a surgery is not uncommon, especially when dog owners have pets that experience a terrible car accident or bone cancer, which typically calls for an amputation process. We call these amputated canines "tripods" which is a lovable description known throughout dog lovers for these animals... (posted by Jerry 1 year 298 days ago.)
Dog Training: Getting Your Dogs Attention (Part 1)
In today's article about the first week of training your dog, we are going to apply a basic method that was originated by Mr. William Koehler, a respected animal trainer. His first week's long-line method (slightly changed here) should be highly praised as one of the greatest innovations in canine training. Regardless of how basic and unpromising these first-week steps may seem, follow them carefully... (posted by Jerry 2 years 152 days ago.)
In today's article about the first week of training your dog, we are going to apply a basic method that was originated by Mr. William Koehler, a respected animal trainer. His first week's long-line method (slightly changed here) should be highly praised as one of the greatest innovations in canine training. Regardless of how basic and unpromising these first-week steps may seem, follow them carefully... (posted by Jerry 2 years 152 days ago.)
A Brief History of Seeing Eye Dogs
No one knows when the concept of using assistance animals for the blind first came into being. It is suggested that dogs have been used in such a capacity in various cultures for a very long time. It is known, however, that there was no formal guide dog program in existence until after the First World War. Why German Shepherds? Many people have probably wondered why guide dogs and Seeing Eye dogs are so often German... (posted by Jerry 2 years 152 days ago.)
No one knows when the concept of using assistance animals for the blind first came into being. It is suggested that dogs have been used in such a capacity in various cultures for a very long time. It is known, however, that there was no formal guide dog program in existence until after the First World War. Why German Shepherds? Many people have probably wondered why guide dogs and Seeing Eye dogs are so often German... (posted by Jerry 2 years 152 days ago.)
Dog Sports - Introducing Your Dog To Canine Sporting Events & Competitions
Are you the athletic type that has considered starting a sports activity program that you and your dog can both enjoy together? Would you like to see him jump high into the air and catch a high-speed disc or retrieve a ball thrown out of visibility into a trial-area? Or maybe go through a maze in an obstacle course and watch your buddy come through with tremendous accuracy? If... (posted by Jerry 2 years 180 days ago.)
Are you the athletic type that has considered starting a sports activity program that you and your dog can both enjoy together? Would you like to see him jump high into the air and catch a high-speed disc or retrieve a ball thrown out of visibility into a trial-area? Or maybe go through a maze in an obstacle course and watch your buddy come through with tremendous accuracy? If... (posted by Jerry 2 years 180 days ago.)
Canine Cardiac Disease How Common Heart Murmurs In Dogs Could Be The Result Of CCD
If your dog gets diagnosed with a common heart murmur problem, it may be a sign of canine cardiac disease. According to the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, a heart murmur results from blood flow running through the heart that is abnormal. Some heart murmurs are perfectly normal while others, similar to those heard in aging dogs, may be a sign that some... (posted by Jerry 2 years 201 days ago.)
If your dog gets diagnosed with a common heart murmur problem, it may be a sign of canine cardiac disease. According to the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, a heart murmur results from blood flow running through the heart that is abnormal. Some heart murmurs are perfectly normal while others, similar to those heard in aging dogs, may be a sign that some... (posted by Jerry 2 years 201 days ago.)
Biking With Your Dog How To Have Safe Fun By Biking With Your Dog
Most dogs love to run, and some breeds are physically bred for speed and endurance, such as the Greyhound, who can run up to 45 mph. Other dogs that are built for speed are the Afghan Hound and the Saluki. But regardless of the breed or the size of your dog, expect that he can enjoy a good jog in the park, or even a quick run around the block. And if riding a bicycle is something that you... (posted by Jerry 2 years 226 days ago.)
Most dogs love to run, and some breeds are physically bred for speed and endurance, such as the Greyhound, who can run up to 45 mph. Other dogs that are built for speed are the Afghan Hound and the Saluki. But regardless of the breed or the size of your dog, expect that he can enjoy a good jog in the park, or even a quick run around the block. And if riding a bicycle is something that you... (posted by Jerry 2 years 226 days ago.)
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