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Dogs love to socialize with other dogs.  They need that time together to engage in play.  It teaches them natural behavior skills humans are incapable of passing along.  But how do you manage playtime between dogs?  Here are three simple steps to remember when dogs are interacting with one another. Supervise Off-Leash Play You want

Some dogs love to be social while others not so much.  You have to be sure your dog wants a playmate before finding one.  Some older dogs just do not wish to socialize with canines anymore.  They prefer the company of humans.  Also, if you have an older dog that did not socialize much while

What if you just adopted a new dog and the dog’s name was that of your ex-business partner who swindled you out of thousands of dollars?  You do not want a reminder of the scoundrel every time you call your loving puppy.  Alternatively, what if the dog’s original name was the same as your ex-wife,

Some dog owners like to use voice commands while others may utilize hand signals.  But what exactly are hand signals?  How do hand signals work when training a dog? Here are the basic aspects of training with hand signals providing you with a better idea of how it works. Hand Signal Training is Effective Hand

Any Florida dog training professional will tell you that you have to be creative when training a smart dog.  Smart dogs are able to sense and figure things out at a faster pace.  For instance, if a dog wishes to leave the yard, then your dog will find a way to leave the perimeter regardless

It is essential to remember there are different approaches to training a dog when it comes to various breeds, including size.  Smaller dogs have general traits a dog trainer and yourself must adapt to.  Here are a few tips to remember when training a smaller breed dog. Provide a Calm Setting Small dogs tend to

Do you love working with dogs?  Do dogs seem at-ease with you in comparison to other people?  Have you ever thought about being a dog trainer?  It is a rewarding career with many occupational paths to follow.  For you may train dogs for law enforcement, rescue missions, eye seeing assistance and/or just creating a well-rounded

When you add a dog to your home, you have to become a role model for your pup not just a companion.  You need to learn certain attributes on how to be an effective, successful and positive leader providing a beneficial home and bond for you and your pup.  Here are two main tips to

When adding a puppy to your home there are a few things you need to keep in mind.  Here is a basic outline of essential tasks needed to provide your dog with a vigorous, happy life. Implement Training and Socializing Skills There is nothing more wonderful than bringing home a new puppy.  The puppy is

When humans suffer from allergies our eyes water, breathing becomes asthmatic, our nose sniffles, and we sneeze exhibiting clear symptoms of allergies.  For dogs, you need to pay close attention to their skin.  Check their fur for skin irritation spots.  Take note if your dog scratches too much or is constantly trying to bite, lick