Learn How to Wash a Dog

If you've ever found yourself struggling to keep your Terrier's coat in tip top condition or battling to keep the grime off your Golden retriever, this article on Pet Library is a nice, simple tip sheet on how to wash a dog.

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How Often Should You Give Your Dog A Bath?

In general, how often you bathe your dog will depend on its environment. Is he an inside dog or an outside dog? Does he get dirty eating? Does he have an odor?

A dog's skin and fur vary from breed to breed, just like humans, so if he smells then definitely give the pooch a bath. If he is an outside dog then the weather and parasites will have something to decide in the matter as well (bathing more often).

Source: http://www.petlibrary.co.uk/1/how-to-wash-a-dog/

 

Canine Lymphoma Diagnosis

Dogs are dying of cancer in alarming numbers. Morris Animal Foundation reports that a staggering 1 in 4 dogs will lose their lives to cancer.

Canine lymphoma is a canine killer. Normally a diagnosis of canine lymphoma is a death sentence for dogs, survival rates have been as low as 2% and the survival time from diagnosis rarely passes two years. But this could all be set to change, as the veterinary industry gears up to take canine lymphoma treatment to the next level.

K9 Magazine has put together a report on Canine Lymphoma that you can download completely free of charge.

Link: http://www.k9magazine.com/canine-lymphoma-special-report/

Golden Rules of Puppy House Training

Excellent top tip style article on house training a puppy in K9 Magazine.

Golden Rules of Puppy House Training:

1. Praise (wildly) when they do ‘go’ outside
2. Never scare or startle the puppy if catching them in the act indoors
3. Never, ever, under any circumstances rub a dog’s nose in any accidents. THIS DOESN’T WORK and is entirely unhealthy and unpleasant
4. Try to spot the tell tail signs when your puppy is telling you they need the toilet. These include circling, sniffing in corners, whining for no apparent reason and any time shortly after eating or drinking.
5. Remember, a small puppy’s bladder is physically very small and they actually can’t hold their toilet movements in for long periods at a time.
6. It is inevitable that a young puppy WILL have accidents in the home but as they get older and in combination with a well planned house training program, they will get better.

Source: http://www.k9magazine.com/house-training-a-puppy/

Very Funny & Cute Dog Video

Awww. There's little wonder that funny dog videos are one of the most popular places on the entire World Wide Web when you have magic moments like this capture on film.

Check out this adorable little Boxer puppy as he attempts to understand a phone conversation.

Cute Boxer Puppy Video

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Clever Dog by Ryan O'Meara

The dog is undeniably the most successful domestic animal of all time. He shares his life with us, has integrated into our society, and won the hearts and minds of millions of us. We call ourselves dog lovers because we do sincerely love them: they are fully-fledged members of our family, and we have elevated them to positions of authority in the human world. Assistance dogs, protection dogs, detection dogs, companion dogs ... they all enhance our lives immeasurably.

All Natural Dog Food

Natural Dog Food Recipes

Your dog’s behavior, health, happiness, well being and longetivity totally depend on what you feed your dog. Lately there has been an increase in interest in hypoallergenic dog food and natural dog food. Although there are a variety of dog foods available in the market, natural dog foods are considered to be the best for a dog’s health. Dogs require specific nutritional that are necessary to maintain the health of your dog.

The food that your dog eats should contain all the necessary nutrients as they play an important role in proper functioning of your dog’s body.

Natural dog food plays an important role in the overall development of your dog. These dog foods are highly nutritious and your dog will simply love it. Your dog will definitely stay healthy and fine if natural dog foods are given on a regular basis.

Natural dog food recipes are not difficult. In fact it is very easy to make natural dog food. Without any problem, you will be able to make these dog foods at home. All you require is access to some fresh natural ingredients. Natural dog food recipes also perform the preventing diseases. If you want to strengthen the immune system of your dog then natural dog food recipes are a must.

Your dog will no longer suffer from any kind of allergies or fleas. Natural dog food recipes are much better than processed pet food recipes. Some experts believe that processed food is responsible for causing illness. It may also lead to premature death of your dog. Lack of natural dog food may give rise to coat and skin problems and other serious health problems.

You can always take the help of internet if you want more knowledge about natural dog food recipes. There are a number of websites that provide natural dog food recipes.
Natural dog food recipes are a major source of energy and hence it is essential to feed your dog with these foods. Various natural dog food recipes are also published in the book. With the help of these books, you can make your own natural dog food diet at home. A recent survey has found that many are taking the help of books to prepare their own natural dog food.

Dogs not only survive but thrive on these natural dog food recipes. Here is one of the popular natural dog food recipe. This natural dog food recipe is safe and healthy for your dog

Akita Style Rice and Lamb: The ingredients of this dog food recipe are lamb, brown rice, broccoli, potatoes, carrots and kombi. The brown lamb is kept in a small fry pan. Cubed potatoes are added to the small fry pan. A small quantity of water is boiled in a crock pot and broccoli pieces are then added to the crock.

The ingredients in the fry pan are also then added in the crock. Mix these ingredients properly. Pepper is added for taste. So the next time you try to feed your dog with processed food, think twice as it may harm your dog.

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Amazingly Simple Dog Nutrition Tips

A natural diet can do wonders according to Jacki Bunn, HNC Canine Behaviour & Training. Plain and simple foods such as chicken, rice and vegetables, with as few additives as possible. It’s true for you so it’s equally applicable to your dog.

Every dog is different, and there are certain factors to consider when determining the diet program and the dog nutrition that will fit the needs of his growing body. However, there are also general rules that owners must follow to ensure that their pets are getting the balanced food and supplementation that their bodies require.

You May Want To Avoid Giving Your Dog Human Food

Most vets and breeders do not recommend adding table scraps to your dog's diet. They will also likely tell you that the majority of commercial vitamin and mineral supplements that are available today are only a waste of money. When you give your puppy human food, he will not only get used to eating that type of food, but the difference in the taste of human food and dog food will cause him to reject his own food. He will become a finicky eater and it will be more difficult to get him back to eating his regular food.

Take It Easy On The Supplements

It is also not necessary to give your dog a separate vitamin and/or mineral supplement along with human food and his own food. The majority of supplements out there are ineffective and can even be dangerous to some level.

Worth a Look:

Dog Food Nutrition