Exercise, Sports and Games

Five Rules to Prevent Out-Of-Control Play Sessions, Especially With People

For the most part, dogs play rough when they play together. For the most part, they know how to read each other, and rarely does it become dangerous. However, they must be taught how to play appropriately with their human handlers. Of course, ...

Providing Your Dog With The Exercise He Needs

Daily physical exercise is essential for protecting your canine's long-term health. The routine activity provides numerous benefits that help to ensure he remains healthy throughout his life. Unfortunately, many owners neglect to provide enoug...

How To Properly Exercise Your Dog

Similar to humans, lack of exercise in dogs can lead to poor health such as obesity, heart problems, bad bone structure, emotional and behavioral issues. What are some ways to properly exercise your dog and insure a long life? Here are some sug...

How To Choose A Dog Toy For Your Dog

As a dog owner it is sometimes difficult to pick the right dog toy for your dog. When you go to the local pet shop there are always at least 30 different types of toys that you can buy your dog. The question is, which one is most suitable for ...

How You And Your Dog Should Act at the Dog Park

You love going to the dog park. Your dog LOVES going to the dog park. What do you do once you're both there? How do you act? How do you teach your dog to behave? How should your dog interact? What are the guidelines, rules and etiquette? Here ...

The Secret of Happy Pets - Lots of Play Time

Similar to the basic needs of humans, the dogs also have their own basic needs. Your dogs need food, water and proper shelter and when the more safe and secure your dog feels the happier it will be. Although it might sound unusual humans somet...

Dog's Well-Being Improves With Exercise, and So Will Yours

Every dog owner knows that his or her animal needs a daily dose of exercise in order to be healthy and calm. By design, dogs have instincts to hunt for their food and lead active lifestyles. Today, many dogs, like humans, lead more sedentary l...

Dog Parks Are Contaminated With Parvovirus - Here's What You Need To Know

Dog parks are a great place for pets to socialize and enjoy some healthy, outdoor activity. Unfortunately not all owners are careful to clean up after their pets. If the waste they leave behind is contaminated it can spread dangerous diseases ...

Five Great Reasons A Dog Treadmill Might Be Right For You

Here are five great reasons dog treadmills might be correct for you. Tire out high-energy k9s Does your dog always seem to have more energy than you? K9s vary substantially in their exercise requirements, and often would benefit from a longer ...

The Benefits of Biodegradable Dog Waste Bags

Going for a daily walk equipped with a plastic bag is a common occurrence for dog owners. However, many individuals are completely unaware of the existence of biodegradable dog waste bags. Not only do they function in a similar capacity as a p...