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Dealing with Dog Fears
Dog fears are pretty much the same as human fears. Dogs can be afraid of almost anything, even their shadows. Dogs develop fears for all sorts of reasons but the most common fear is of loud noises. They fear loud noises and thunder because they don't... How to Deal with Destructive Dog Behavior
Destructive dog behavior has been experienced by every dog owner whose had their dog from early puppyhood. Puppies, as well as adult dogs love to chew. This is their favorite passtime. They will chew on just about anything. This is a problem that nee... Proper Dog Bathing Techniques
If you care about your dog, you should learn the proper procedure for dog bathing which can make life much easier for you and your dog. Your dog should only get a bath when he’s dirty and/or smells or you suspect he has fleas. Most dogs don’t really ... Things to Think About Before Acquiring a Rabbit
Rabbits have been popularly kept as pets in Western nations since the 1800s. Rabbits can adjust well to indoor life, and can even be litter box trained. Like all pets, rabbits need a considerable amount of care and attention.Often people purchase rab... Rabbits Diet: Is your rabbit eating right?
The typical diet for a pet rabbit consists of water, hay, pellets, fresh vegetables, and its own caecal pellets. Fruit and other treats are given only in very limited quantities, as they can cause obesity in a rabbit. Rabbits require a constant water... Gastrointestinal stasis: What is and why it is so dangerous for some rabbits
Gastrointestinal stasis (or G.I. stasis) is a serious and potentially fatal condition that occurs in some rabbits in which gut motility is severely reduced and possibly completely stopped. Treatment should be sought immediately from a veterinarian sp... Dog Training part IV - Reward and punishment
Most training revolves around giving the dog consequences for his behaviour, in the hope of influencing the behaviour the dog will exhibit in the future. Operant conditioning defines four types of consequences:Positive reinforcement adds something to... Dog Training part III - Communicating with the dog
Fundamentally, dog training is about communication. From the human perspective the handler is communicating to the dog what behaviors are correct, desired, or preferred in what circumstances. From the canine perspective the handler must communicate w... Dog Training part II - Age for early training
Dog training begins virtually at birth. Dogs that are handled and petted by humans regularly during the first eight weeks of life are generally much more amenable to being trained and living in human households. Ideally, puppies should be placed in t... Dog Training Part I
Dog training is the process of teaching a dog to exhibit certain desired behaviors in specific circumstances. Some examples are:* Teaching a dog basic obedience commands (part of obedience training)* Teaching a dog to perform tricks casually or for c...
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