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Containing Aggressive Dog Behavior

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Back in the old days when all dogs were wild, barking, chewing, and scent-marking were natural among dogs. However, since dogs have become a part of our household and society, they had to be taught on how to act accordingly. These natural behaviors have become behavior problems that are imperative to be dealt with. Aggressive dog behavior is not natural in dogs. It is something that they adapt from their environment specifically when a dog lacks proper socialization or when a dog experienced being attacked by another more aggressive dog. Aggressive dog behavior is one of the major pains in the head of dog owners.

It is difficult to have an aggressive dog at home especially when you have children. Dogs with this kind of behavior tend to dominate the household which can actually be a dangerous one for dogs and the owner?s family as well. Aggressive dog behavior often begins when a dog is still a puppy and it is hardly noticeable. There are specified dog training techniques for very specific cases. Thus, not all techniques will work in a dog. Environmental or health factors may cause aggressive dog behavior. So, it is highly recommended that you keep in touch with your veterinarian when it comes to treating aggressive dogs.

There are various other reasons why dogs behave aggressively. Some dogs are aggressive because they want to protect their territory, they are in pain, they are defensive, they have reproductive urges or they are mere playful. As the owner, you have to be keen at knowing why your dog is becoming aggressive. Do not wait until your dog bites or attacks a family member or a neighbor. It is your responsibility as the owner to contain your dog and prevent him from harming other people. You may only take them to public places when you know what necessary precautions to take in case they will panic.

Keep in mind that some dogs fear being around strangers or other dogs, so some of them panic in cases like this. If you have seen such behavior in your dog, then perhaps he needs to be trained on socialization. Many dog trainers believe that punishment is not a good remedy to treat aggressive dog behavior. It might even trigger aggressive attacks especially that physical punishments result to fear and anxiety making the matter worse. Aggressive dog behavior may also be dealt with through games. Play a game that challenges your dog?s dominance and when you win, you will establish an impression on your dog that you are still the dominant one.

Otherwise, if the dog would often see that he is the dominant one, he can become more aggressive and dangerous. Aggressive dog behavior can be resolved with the right training regimen. Praises, compliments, rewarding with dog treats will surely reinforce a positive response from your dog. Treating dog aggressive behavior is a long process since your pet will have to learn behavior patterns all over again. Do not expect overnight results so be very patient. Treat aggressive dog behavior the soonest time possible for everyone?s safety.…

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Keep Fleas at Bay And Your Cat Healthy With World Class Tick & Flea Control Products From Hartz

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Most of us keep pets as we believe that they are not only good for emotional development of our kids but also to give us genuine companionship when we have no one else to count on. But it’s our duty to make sure that the pets are taken care of in the best possible way. The biggest threat to your pet’s health comes from ticks and fleas and not only feed on their blood but may also cause diseases like dermatitis and tapeworms. Along with putting your pet’s health in jeopardy, these pesky bugs can also put your life in danger as you can easily catch infection while you play with them or when the pet invites itself on furniture or your bed. In order to keep your pets clean and healthy you need to use pet care products manufactured by a reputable company like Hartz.

Hartz is one of the top companies that manufacture pet care products that help you keep your cat healthy and free from pests such as fleas and ticks. It’s advisable that you use Hartz flea & tick control products right from the day you get a cat for your home. Hartz?? UltraGuard Plus??? Flea & Tick Collar for Cats and Kittens is specially developed to eliminate and prevents both fleas and ticks up to 7 months. As its water resistant it stay on the skin of the cat and kills the flea eggs for up to 7 months thus making the chances of re-infestation remote. This should be used only on the kitten 12 weeks and older.

Hartz flea & tick Home Fogger is a very effective way of eliminating and preventing fleas, ticks, flea eggs, larvae and mosquitoes for up to 7 months. Hartz?? UltraGuard OneSpot?? Treatment for Cat and Kittens is one of their most sought after products when it comes to controlling tick and fleas. It is a monthly treatment that kills even flea eggs and larvae for up to 30 days.

Hartz is a premium brand of pet care products which has been catering to pets includes dogs, cats, parrots, finches, goldfish, tropical fish, reptiles, chinchillas, guinea pigs, hamsters and rabbits etc. for over 80 years. Hartz Flea & Tick Control products of 1,500 products strong Company are effective as well as popular.…

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5 Tips For Finding The Right Name For Your Dog

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Naming your dog can be difficult. Your dog’s name says as much about your pet as it does about you. There are thousands of names to choose from, but choosing the right one is important.

You could consider one of the following categories to name your pet:

1. Choosing a name according to gender:

This is probably the most obious way to name your dog. The most popular girl names for dogs are Molly, Lady, Princess, and Missy. The most popular boy dog names are Sam, Max, Duke, and Rocky. These are just a few names out of the thousands available.

2. Choose a name according to your dog’s personality:

Your dog’s personality is unique, no matter what breed. You could consider getting to know your dog before naming it.

3. Choosing a name according to your pet’s characteristics:

Every dog has unique characteristics, no matter what breed. Whether it be marks, coat, colour or size, I’m sure you could find a name suiteable for your dog!

4. Choose a name according to its breed:

Some names are better suited for different breeds. Small show dogs may be suited by impressive names, while strays may be suited with cute names.

5. Choose a name according to your interests:

You may want to give your dog a name that inspires your dog or interersts you.

REMEMBER: Dog names should be no longer then two syllables. They should also not sound similar to commands your dog will be learning. These things could confuse your furry friend.…

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Sacred and Healing Pets

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Do you remember playing in the dirt as a kid? What fun it was! That’s one of the things that I love about working on archeological digs. Additionally, I believe that archeology and psychology, the past having an impact on the here and now and the future, are intimately related. I have worked on several digs, the last being in the city of Ashkelon, Israel, a number of years ago.
We were working in the time of the Philistines. Among the other amazing discoveries, there was a huge dog cemetery. More than 700 partial or complete dog skeletons were found. They were from the fifth century B.C. It is estimated that there were dog burials probably numbering in the thousands. Each dog was buried carefully and separately in a shallow pit in what might be called a fetal position. it was then solicitously covered with dirt. The dogs ranged in age from puppies to adult dogs. They were all given the same treatment. It appears that these dogs died of natural causes. This concern for the proper burial of what in some cases were probably dog fetuses reflects an intense relationship between dogs and humans. Yet, because many of these dogs lived only for a short time, if at all, the attachment could not be based on mere companionship.
It is thought that the Ashkelon dogs were revered as sacred animals. They may have been associated with a particular deity. It is believed that it was the Phoenicians who were responsible for the dog burials at Ashkelon and who considered the dog a sacred animal. Presumably the dog became associated with healing because of the curative powers evident from licking its own wounds or sores.
Working in this area of the dig was enthralling. We had to be so meticulous. We dug in each individual site, removing each bone carefully, brushing it off and placing it with care in the appropriate place. As I was doing this, I thought often of each of the dogs that I had had over the years. They were all sacred and healing in some way to me. I was devastated when I had to say good-bye to them.
Do you feel that your pet is sacred and heals you? My current dog, Dafka, heals me. It’s not necessarily by licking any sores or wounds that I might have. It’s just by being with me. When I’m down, he makes me laugh. When I come home, he is ecstatic to see me, and it’s not just me. Since he is a therapy dog, he sometimes does wonders for my clients. Once, when one of my clients called at the last minute to say that he wasn’t coming because he didn’t feel like it, I told him that Dafka would miss him. My client showed up!…

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Comfortable Cat Beds for your Feline Friend

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We all know that cats sleep almost all the time. The best place to relax is a thoughtfully placed bed, preferably in a place where there is a beam of warm sunlight.

How to choose the right bed for your cat?

Cat beds come in different sizes, shapes, materials, and colors. That is why you need to choose the right mattress that is not only comfortable for your cat, but also suits your house’s décor and taste. With all the kinds of beds available in the market today, you will be able to find a comfortable, stylish, as well as the best cat beds today.

Listed below are the factors that cat owners need to consider when choosing something that will keep their cats happy and healthy.

Choose the right size of bed for your cat

Make sure that they can stretch out comfortably. But you also have to avoid beds that are too big for your cat. They feel more comfortable and secure in small places. You have to measure your cat from head to the base of their tail and add two to five inches. Measuring your cats first is very important, especially if you are buying the beds online.

Choose a bed that is very easy for your kitty to get in and out

If you have an older cat or a kitten, you want to make sure that the walls of their bed are low enough so that older cats or small kittens can quickly get in or out of it. A classic-style designed bed has a higher wall and a shorter entrance area to keep your cats secure and comfortable.

Natural fabrics for stuffing and lining are the best. It will provide your pets with extra comfort, and it helps you protects them when it comes to allergies. Natural fabrics include wool, cotton, kapok, and feathers. Hypoallergenic synthetic fibers are also good material for dog toys.

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Choose a toy that’s machine-washable

Choose something that can be washed in the washing machine to make sure that the beddings that your cat sleeps in are clean and free from fleas and allergens. When you have a pet, especially cats, you need to make sure that your surroundings are clean and free of any pests that can cause danger to your cats.

Location

Your cat needs a quiet, clean, and a private place to rest and sleep. The place where you put your cat bed should be cool in the summer and warm during the winter. It should also have access to a window since cats like to look at the scenery outside.

And even if the cats sleep in your bed most of the time, they should have their place to rest and relax. If you have a home that is more than one floor, you need to put a place a bed for your cats on all stories. Try to place the bed in every corner of the house. It will show you where your pet likes it best. You can also take your pet’s lead by placing the bedding or the bed in the place where they already chose as their favorite spot.

Traveling with your pet cat

If you are frequently traveling and you don’t want to leave your cat in an in-home pet boarding, leave them with friends or family’s care, or hire a pet sitter, you can bring their bedding to make them a lot more comfortable and secure during the travel. You can also bring an extra cushion or cat mat. Want to know your options if you decide to leave your pets behind while you are on a vacation? Click here.

Get your cat use cat furniture

It is not unusual for people to bring in some beautiful cat furniture and find that they don’t like the furniture. If that’s the case, you need to try to make them like the furniture; this includes their cat beds. Here are some easy steps you can do to make the cat beds more appealing to your pet feline:

You have to put your cat’s bed in their favorite spot. Pets, especially cats, have a preferred place to sleep. They are very picky when it comes to where they sleep or rest. Let them choose their spot and put the beddings or the bed there. You can also leave small healthy cat treats in their bed.

Use small amounts of catnip spray, or you can put organic catnip in their bed. But you need to make sure that you use it sparingly. If it does not work, stop using it. Put your cat’s favorite toys or pillows in the bed; it helps them feel safe and secure.

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