Dog Names Blog July 2007
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Dog Nutrition: When Too Much Of A Good Thing, Can Be A Bad Thing
A common cause of disease when feeding your dog, is the unwise use of vitamin and mineral supplements. A dog's cells use most vitamins and minerals at only so fast a rate. Once the cells are using them at the maximum rate, the cells cannot use these vitamins or minerals any faster, regardless of how much of them is present. Any excesses due to too much in the diet will either accumulate in the body or will be excreted by some organ. If the excess nutrients build up so rapidly that the organ cannot keep up, the same substances that are vital in small amounts, may become deadly in excess amounts. A dog does not eat to meet its need for vitamins, minerals, protein, or any other nutrient. It eats to meet its need for calories. If too much vitamins, minerals or protein are fed in relation to the number of calories in a diet, the dog will consume an excess of these nutrients. If too little is fed, the dog will develop a deficiency, yet will not seek out more of the deficient nutrient as long as its energy requirements are being met. For more important about dog nutrition, check this out... Permalink -- click for full blog
Favorite Puppy Names And Dog Names
Looking for unique puppy names? Check out our Favorite Puppy Names and Dog Names page to see what owners around the globe are naming their own pups Permalink -- click for full blog
Puppy Nutrition: Coming Up With A Puppy Feeding Program
The best time to determine the proper feeding programs for your pet is during puppyhood. Meanwhile, the average time for the dog owner to assume the responsibility of feeding a dog is at weaning. Sometimes, this task begins at birth or shortly right after. In some unfortunate circumstances where a puppy is orphaned, or in situations where the mother whelps so many puppies that she cannot feed them all, the dog owner may have to begin his feeding chores while the puppy is still only hours old. But whether the puppy is five hours, five weeks or five months old, there are three basic feeding steps that are essential in any puppy feeding program. The first step is to weigh each puppy. A record of his weight and the date it was taken should be kept on a separate record for each one. The second step is to determine the type of diet to give to the puppy. This will depend on the stage of growth the puppy has attained. The third and final step in puppy feeding is to determine the quantity of food needed to start the program. This will depend on the age of the puppy, his weigh, and the caloric density of the food. Since coming up with a feeding program is only a small part of puppy nutrition, click here to learn about the rest... Permalink -- click for full blog
Dog Grooming: Finding the Best Location to Clean Your Dog
Finding a good place to groom your dog can make all the difference in establishing the habit. A suitable location for grooming should be convenient and enjoyable in order to be conducive to the regular practice of grooming your dog. Consider the following factors when determining the best place to do your dog grooming: 1. How much clean-up will your dog require? The mess your grooming sessions will make can determine the best location to groom. For instance, long-haired dogs whose coat stays in the comb are easy to groom indoors, but brushing your short-coated dog may release tiny hairs into the air, so you may have to find an outdoor location. 2. A harsh climate makes outdoor grooming difficult during much of the year while a temperate climate is more conducive to outdoor grooming. 3. A spare room or basement might be a great grooming studio as long as it is bright, comfortable, and spacious. 4. The ideal grooming location should have enough space to move around in, and is easy to clean. Here are a few dog grooming tips that are guaranteed to soon have your pooch looking brand spanking new... Permalink -- click for full blog
Dog Digging: Discouraging Your Dog From Raiding The Garbage
To discourage garbage raiding, get a garbage can that has a locking lid. Or, simply put the garbage can in a place your dog can't reach, like under the sink. If you attempt to correct your dog when you catch him raiding the can, chances are that all he will learn is to avoid going on a "garbage hunt" when you're around. You'll essentially have created an owner absent garbage hound. Your dog has lots of reasons to want to dig. Digging is fun and it relieves boredom. To prevent unwanted digging, don't let your dog spend unsupervised time in the yard. Go outside and watch him play or better yet, play with him. If you don't want to ban digging, you can teach him that it isn't digging you hate, just digging everywhere. So, choose one spot and designate it as his digging pit. Think of it as his sandbox. Let him watch you bury a couple of tasty chew-toys. Then encourage him to dig in that spot to get them out. Your dog will learn that this is the best (and only) place for him to have his digging fun. Here's some tips to cure your dog from other forms of dog digging... Permalink -- click for full blog
Dog Leashes: Choosing The Right One, The First Time
Dog training leashes come in a variety of styles, materials, widths, and lengths. The following are the most common materials: Chain; leather; canvas; nylon. Chain leashes are often used with large dogs, but they are heavy and awkward. If you wanted to fold the leash neatly into one hand or the other, as required by some training techniques, you will not be able to do so without considerable discomfort. It is definitely not an ideal leash you can use for training. For a training leash, materials of choice are canvas or nylon. Both can be readily manipulated and economical. Canvas, especially with larger dogs, is easier on your hands than nylon. Leather leashes are also quite popular, although they are more expensive than canvas leashes. The best training leash is a 6-foot canvas leash. It is easy on the hands, easily manipulated, and just the right length. It is also the most economical. Canvas leashes are available in most pet stores or online and come in a variety of colors, although red and blue seems to be the most common. Check out more on this topic here... Permalink -- click for full blog
Crate Training Your Dog Is Easier Than You Might Think
Owning a puppy or even a older dog who is still having accidents is a problem. Unless he is having accidents because he is ill or neglected, you should come down firmly on him and get the job of housebreaking over and done with. This includes the dog who is busy marking his territory off within your home. You need to get a crate! Put the dog on a schedule, just as if you had a tiny puppy, and crate him in between walks. For the first week, if he's an older dog, treat him exactly as if he were a puppy, keeping him in the crate much of the time. That will get his attention. Then begin to keep him out when you know he'll be good. Watch him carefully. Crate him when you are not home. Make sure he does what he's supposed to do on his walks and praise him for doing so. By using the crate, a schedule, the eyes of an eagle, you can housebreak any dog. Keep the crate clean and keep using it until the job is done. For more details on Crate Training Your Dog, check out this page... Permalink -- click for full blog
Dog Crates: Making Sure You Buy The Right One
Your puppy needs a dog crate. It is his private, personal, snug den where he can sleep, chew a toy and watch the world around him, completely undisturbed. Crates come in two styles: closed (fiberglass) or open (wire). The closed crate is draft-proof, but some puppies as well as their owners want to be able to see more. The open variety offers this visibility, but most dogs like the crate covered, especially while they are sleeping. Either type must be placed away from drafts and sources of heat or air conditioning. Regardless of which style you decide on, it is important to get the correct size. Gauge the adult size of your pup and get a crate that will just allow him to stand and lie down. If that size gives him more space than he needs for the next couple of months, use an adjustable barrier that can be moved back as needed. For large breeds, it may be wiser to have a crate suitable for up to six months of age, and then get the one that will last the dog a lifetime. The best puppy bedding is a folded bath towel, one that is washable or disposable in case of accidents. Read more... Permalink -- click for full blog
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