Archive for March, 2008

Benefits of Dog Agility Training

by Andrei Smith
Aside from being entertained, dog agility training makes your dog vigorous and alert. This fun-filled activity even sharpens his mind and teaches him to make his own strategy on how to finish the course efficiently.
Agility training will also allow your dogs to perform obstacles. With this kind of training, dogs can improve […]

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Why Crate Train Your Dog

by Andrei Smith
Have you ever considered a crate for your pet? If not, take a time
reading this article. You will find tremendous benefits that you and
your pet can have.
Here are the advantages of dog crate training:

Your pet now can have a comfortable and safe place that he can call
his home. Dogs have naturally “den” instinct. […]

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Definition and Function of Wireless Dog Fence

by Andrei Smith
Wireless dog fence is an electronic fence and a revolutionary product that provides the basic functions of a state-of-the-art dog fence system. This wireless dog containment system is designed to keep your dog within defined boundaries to set them aside from the areas that needs to be protected.
As compared to other wooden […]

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Dog Crate Training

by Andrei Smith
Want to know the do’s and don’ts of crate training your dog? This article will acquaint you with the most effective ways and methods to assist your dog to his new crate.
DO’s

Slowly get your pup used to his new crate. Don’t push or force him to go inside the crate, instead praise him […]

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What is a Heartworm and how do I treating it?

What is a Heartworm?
Heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) is a fairly large worm up to 14 inches long that, in adulthood, lives in the heart and pulmonary arteries of an infected dog. Dogs aquire this infection through mosquito bites as mosquitoes readily pick up larval heartworms from infected dogs and carry them to new dogs. Some geographic […]

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Orthopedic Injuries and Some Helpful Tips

Just like us, our pets can suffer a number of orthopedic injuries, some of which can be devastating and debilitating.   Veterinary orthopedics continues to make great advances, but what happens when surgery is not an option or when the surgery alone can’t give a good quality of life?  Luckily, the science of orthotics can provide […]

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