Protect your pet's teeth

Title: Protect your pet's teeth
Author: Stephen Pappalau

Protect your pet's teeth
Even if you can't see it, you can keep your dog smiling
when you take care of your dog's dental health. The
questions are; where should you get the dental supplies you
will need and what do pet owners need to know about the
dental health of Bowser?

The best place to get the dental supplies may be online.
There are sites that have a wide array of dental supplies
for dogs as well as all kinds of other things you may need
for your canine including food, pet dishes, carriers,
crates, meds, clothing, dog houses, leashes, collars and
toys.

The doggy dental supplies you find online should cover
everything you will need. There are special brushes and
toothpaste made especially for dogs. Since you should not
use a toothbrush or toothpaste that is formulated for
humans you will be able to find everything you need at an
online site that has pet supplies.

You may also be able to find wipes that are designed for
dogs who have a real aversion to having their teeth
brushed. These wipes are dental supplies that are actually
pads that will help remove food residue and plaque. They
also control bad breath and kill germs.

If you begin brushing your dog's teeth as a puppy you may
have an easier time with the brushing process. Some dogs
resist if they are older and have never had their teeth
brushed.

Pet owners should brush their dog's teeth at least twice a
week. If your dog has dental problems you may need to
brush more often. You should check your dog's mouth
periodically for signs of gum disease. Look for teeth that
are clean and do not have brown or yellow spots. Also take
a look at your dog's gums. The gums should hug the teeth
and be a healthy pink color.

When you notice signs of gum disease or problems with your
dog's teeth you should make an appointment with your vet.
Your vet will be able to give your dog a thorough teeth
cleaning. Sometimes the situation is more serious and your
dog may need an antibiotic to take care of a possible gum
infection before your vet can begin the teeth cleaning.
There are times when blood work will need to be done or
teeth may need to pulled.

Take advantage of the excellent doggy dental supplies that
are available, keep your dog's teeth clean, and visit the
vet for a good teeth cleaning on a regular basis.

About the Author:

Even if you can't see it, you can keep your dog smiling
when you take care of your dog's dental health. The
questions are; where should you get the dental supplies you
will need and what do pet owners need to know about the
dental health of Bowser?
http://www.petsupplies4ypc.com

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Dog Training

Article Title: Dog Training
Author: Johnny Moon

The difference between spending time with a well behaved dog as
opposed to an untrained dog is night and day. There are people
who think that dogs should be free to be dogs and not turned
into puppets for humans. However, the truth of the matter is
that most dog training schools simply encourage responsible pet
ownership and emphasize the need for all dogs to be good
citizens. Every out of control, annoying or aggressive dog
creates a bad name for all dogs. Every well behaved, sweet dog
will in his or her lifetime, inspire at least a few people to
get a dog of their own.

WHO GETS TRAINED IN DOG OBEDIENCE?

Dog obedience classes are classes for both dog and owner.
Sending a dog off to be trained by a professional dog trainer
is a very outdated idea. Classes today start with puppy
kindergarten then move to basic obedience and then advanced
obedience for people who are very keen. A puppy kindergarten
class will usually consist of a ten week session with a class
once a week. The goal of this class is to give the dog a chance
to socialize with other dogs and humans learning to behave
properly around other dogs and people. What these classes offer
to first time dog owners is crucial. Dog owners will learn the
responsibilities that go with being a dog owner such as the
importance of cleaning up after your dog. Dog owners are taught
how dogs think and about how they react. They are taught about
how the dog will see them as the alpha dog in the pack and will
look to them for direction. Taking a dog obedience class with a
young puppy helps the master learn how to bond with their new
pet. In puppy kindergarten, first time dog owners probably
learn as much if not more than the dog does.

THE IMPORTANCE OF DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSSES

In basic obedience, dog owners are taught how to teach basic
commands to their dogs such as sit, stay, come, and heel and
down. Again there are people who think that a dog should be
free and not be trained according to human whims. But again the
truth of the matter is that the dog's life can be saved if he
knows a few basic commands. If a dog's leash has been removed
that he can run wild and free and something dangerous
approaches like an out of control, aggressive dog or a speeding
vehicle, a dog who has been through dog obedience can be told to
sit and stay. The owner knows that the dog will listen and that
they can then walk up to the dog and put the leash back on.
Knowing the basic command to sit and stay really can save the
dog's life. Of course an obedient dog is easier to live with.
It is a very sad fact that many first time dog owners who don't
bother to train their dogs any simple commands, sometimes find
owning a dog too difficult and dogs do end up at being rejected
and sent to shelters and humane societies. People do not find
large dogs that jump on people, are badly behaved and don't
listen at all as cute as wild and free puppies. And
unfortunately training is easier when started as young as
possible. Imagine if children were let to run free and do
whatever they pleased until the age of fourteen. Expectations
and limits must be set. In the wild, the mother will protect
her young cubs and not allow certain behaviors. When the dogs
are adult and living in a pack it is the alpha dog that will
make sure that all the dogs are kept in line so that the pack
can live harmoniously.

When humans decided to domesticate dogs it became our
responsibility to replace what they had in the wild. As well as
food and shelter this includes being taught how to live
harmoniously with others.

About The Author: Johnny is a contributer to the top dog
training site online: http://www.DogTraining-AtoZ.com

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Cages and crates for your pet

Title: Cages and crates for your pet
Author: Stephen Pappalau

Cages and crates for your pet
A dog cage or crate can be a valuable tool for training
your pet. A cage or crate should never be used as a
punishment but when used correctly it is a safe and
comfortable place to be.

When you first get a new puppy you will want to have a
place to leave her when you are away from home. You will
want a cage where the puppy can curl up and avoid forming
bad habits.

If you do not have a cage or crate and the puppy gets into
trouble while you are gone, she will be confused about why
you are irritated when you return home. If you come home
and the puppy has torn up a blanket or chewed on your
favorite pair of shoes, you will probably be angry. The
puppy will not realize what the problem is and may think
she is being punished for something else entirely.

Most puppies will not use their cage as a place to go
potty. This is another good reason to have a cage or
crate. You will not have to worry about the puppy going to
the bathroom on the floor while you are not at home.

Cages are a good way to keep the puppy safe when you are
working, taking a shower or doing the laundry. You can
also keep your puppy safe in a cage while you are
traveling. It is not a good idea to have a puppy loose in
a vehicle. She may get caught under your feet or try to
climb on your lap while you are driving.

You should not use a crate for punishment. Your dog should
not be put in her cage for hours at a time because you are
too busy to spend time with her. If you do not have time
to play with your puppy and exercise her, it may not be the
right time to get a puppy.

Those who work outside the home should not plan to leave a
grown dog in a cage or crate for longer than eight hours.
A puppy should not be left that long because she will need
to go to the bathroom ever three or four hours. If you are
going to be gone longer than the suggested times you may
want to consider a dog walker who can take the dog or puppy
out for exercise in the middle of the day.

Using a dog cage or crate can be a positive experience for
your puppy if it is used correctly.

About the Author:

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