April 2008

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10 bad sides to electric fences

10 bad sides to electric fences

I recommend electronic dog fences and will have one for my dog as soon as I have my own yard. However, electric fences are not for everyone, so I want to point out a few things to keep in mind before installing one. Based on comments from yesterday’s post, I know some people don’t like [...]

10 reasons to buy an electric fence

10 reasons to buy an electric fence

I can’t say enough good things about the electric fence or invisible fence for dogs. An electric fence is simply an underground wire that circles the area where your dog is allowed. The dog wears an e-collar that beeps once he is a few feet from the boundaries. The beep reminds the dog to turn around [...]

Video of Nellie McKay

 Check out this chick, Nellie McKay. She even promotes homeless dog adoption.

Dog bites dog: Who’s to blame?

Dog bites dog: Who’s to blame?

My mutt was walking off leash at the park with me last week. The back of the park borders some backyards, which is where we were walking when a toy poodle came bounding out from one of the yards. It left its yard and ran right up to Ace, barking. Ace was busy looking for a [...]

What to do when your dog is a picky eater

What to do when your dog is a picky eater

It is natural for dogs to love food and to scarf anything down in a matter of minutes. Recently, my dog Ace began showing less and less interest in his food. If your dog is the same way, don’t switch her food or add extra goodies to her meals. If your daughter doesn’t eat her [...]

Breed profile: German shepherd

Breed profile: German shepherd

The German shepherd is one of my favorite breeds. Although I’ve never had the opportunity to own one, I hope to some day. They are one of the smartest breeds, bred originally in Germany to be sheep herders and police dogs. The reason I don’t own a shepherd yet is because of their intelligence. This [...]

Teach your dog to sit until you say “OK”

Teach your dog to sit until you say “OK”

Does your dog sit on command, but then jump up seconds later? Does it seem like he has no attention span? If this sounds like your dog, then it is important to teach him the “OK” command. Many dogs know the word sit, but they will not remain in that position. When teaching your dog [...]

What our dogs teach us

What our dogs teach us

What has your dog taught you? My mutt reminds me of a few things every day, like to always be forgiving, to listen and to have an open mind. He likes to try new things, travel, meet others and learn. My mutt is happy to start every day and lives each day to its fullest. [...]

Always keep 101 goals

A few months ago, my boyfriend and I each decided to write lists of 101 personal goals. I have not always been good at writing goals, or even thinking about them. But sitting down and coming up with 101 goals was a good way for me to think about all areas of my life. I [...]

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