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The process of weaning, wherein puppies graduate from nursing to eating on their own, is considered the first step towards a healthy future. While some dog breeders are in favor of weaning at 4 weeks, others feel it’s better done at 6 weeks. If the puppies are weaned too early, it may have a negative impact on their health as their digestive system is not developed enough to handle solid food. If they don’t get the required amount of nutrients from their mother’s milk, it will make them vulnerable to infections, like the canine parvovirus (CPV) infection. How to Wean ... Read more

Becoming a dog trainer is a popular choice of occupation, especially amongst animal lovers. With the increasing number of dog adoptions, the demand for certified trainers is also on the rise. If you are an avid animal lover or have always wanted a job that involves being around animals, then dog training is the right career choice for you. Its recent emergence as a lucrative career, is due to the increased dog adoptions, awareness amongst owners regarding responsible pet ownership, and the need for well behaved and well trained pets. Dog training is not limited to only the pet dogs, ... Read more

The embodiment of force and fearless at heart, the Kangal is a great dog. This article provides some information on this brave and loyal dog breed. HistoryThere are several stories about how the Kangal shepherd came to be. One myth says that it is a cross of a lion and a tiger from the Assyrian and Babylonian periods. Another theory states that it was given as a gift to the Ottoman Sultan, and when the dog was taken into the castle, it attacked and killed the Sultan’s lion. With the Sultan’s curiosity and respect won, he kept this ferocious dog and ... Read more

Before starting any training, it is necessary to understand the cause behind inappropriate barking behavior in your pet. Often changing the way you take care of your dog works to prevents excessive barking.  Excessive barking is one of the many behavioral problems that dog owners find annoying. Although barking of dogs is considered to be normal, it can become unbearable when your pet dog barks excessively. In some dogs, continuous barking becomes a habit over time. However, with some dog behavior training techniques, you can easily stop your dog from barking excessively. Why do Dogs Bark?Lack of physical activity makes ... Read more

Choosing the right sport for your dog can be challenging but easy if you follow these useful tips below. If you are a lover of dogs then you must have watched at least one dog sporting event or show on TV before.  It might have been a dock jumping or agility competition. After watching those show, you might have looked at your dog and said to yourself that it was probably something you would have wanted to try with him/her. You have been thinking that your dog exhibits lot of traits of a sports dog when performing some exercises like ... Read more

Hives is not a life-threatening condition in dogs, but can be traumatic for them. It is medically termed as urticaria. It can appear anywhere on a dog’s body and is characterized by small red bumps that itch and irritate the animal. Fortunately, it disappears on its own within 24 hours to a couple of days in a majority of the cases. However, during the time that it is there, it is quite troublesome for your dog. This is the time when he/she needs your help and care. Before you work on the treatment of this condition, you should be sure ... Read more