One of the most important things to remember when training your dog to learn any command is that he is smart enough and old enough to understand the training In addition, you as the owner or the trainer must be prepared to correctly use an electronic collar and have an abundance of patience

Contrary to popular belief, sit and stay are best when they are taught as one command In fact, you’ll likely find that whether you’re training a pet, a working dog or a hunting dog that you’ll have a lot less miscommunication with your dog if you teach these commands as one

Millions of dogs are euthanized each year because they are not wanted Unless you are planning on breeding your hunting dog, you should be sure to get dogs neutered and bitches spayed

If you would like to participate in any type of dog competition with your Collie, obedience competitions are one of the best areas to consider Collies are oftentimes excellent at obedience trials because of their intelligent and eager to please nature

There are many choices when it comes to the color variations available in the coat of a French Bulldog The guide lines of the colors are set forth by the clubs and show standards of the breed

In short, a Lhasa Apso does not require much daily exercise Because the Lhasa is a cold adapted dog, it has the ability to conserve heat and does not have much pent up nervous energy

By genetics, Mastiffs are a large breed of dog, but despite its gigantic size, it is known to have a heart of gold Because of a benign and gentle nature, a Mastiff is not only a great companion dog, but also makes a wonderful addition to any home

In regards to the temperament of a Papillon, the most commonly reported problem is the slight timidity displayed While housebreaking, this timid nature can make training a bit of a challenge, but it can be overcome

Do you have a pet you love Yes

Last week, my mother gave my son Eric a hamster for his 6th birthday I kind of looked at the thing with disgust, I must say

I have to admit it, I am a cleanliness freak My kids always joke I catch the dust before it hits the floor

I have to admit it, I am a cleanliness freak My kids always joke I catch the dust before it hits the floor

Jerry is a twelve year-old Labrador When his owners decided to get a dog, twelve years back, they were certain they wanted a Labrador because of its friendliness and charm, but never did they imagine they were adding such a joyful member to the family

Protecting our pets from roaming from our houses and backyards is one of the umpteen obligations that we have to honor as pet possessors As such, it is very significant that we put up some measures in our families to make sure that they will constantly be safe