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10 Reasons NOT to Get a Dog

Cost Looking after a dog is not cheap. An average sized dog living for 12 years, could cost you in the region of £6,500 for food alone! You will need to pay out for vet bills, insurance, bedding and toys, kennel fees, microchipping and groomin...

Tips for Hiring a Pet Sitter

A pet is a part of the family, but there are times when you just cannot help leaving the pet at home, and when you do that, naturally you want someone to care for your loving and valuable family member. Only a responsible, qualified and pet-lo...

A New Baby Coming? Time To Get Your Dog Ready!

Most new parents get worried about how their dog will react when they bring home you new baby. Unfortunately a lot of new or soon to be new parents will get rid of their dog fearing that the dog may get jealous and harm the child. It doesn't h...

The Rise of the Puppy Snatchers

For some dog owners it's not just something that sounds like a horror movie, it is a real tragedy and represents real loss. In recent years the theft of beloved home dogs has tripled, from 162 reported in the whole of 2009 to a staggering 224 ...

Why Do Dogs Roam?

Roaming is a dog walkabout, an unsupervised trot around the neighborhood off the leash. It's a natural instinct in a dog perhaps harkening back to wolf roots when the pack roamed the woods and countryside for their next meal. In modern times a...

How Dogs Show Their Emotions

Any true dog owner will willingly admit that their dog is a part of the family and in the same way as any human member; the dog is as capable of showing feelings and emotions just like people. These emotions are present from the first day you ...

Using Reflective Dog Leads To Make You And Your Pet More Visible

People who buy reflective dog lead items may do so to keep themselves safe. Taking a dog for a walk at night may be a necessity or a preference, however it can be hard for cars and drivers to see these late night walkers. When dog owners want ...

Small Dog Breeds for You and Your Little Ones

Small dogs are very endearing, interesting and are commonly popular among families who love taking care of dogs. Seeing them in dog shops may want to make you bring them home and take care of them, right? However, not all dogs are ideal for al...

Dogs Who Retrieve Appear Smarter

Imagine having your dog fetch the morning paper, your car keys, and help carry the groceries. If your dog understands the Fetch, Hold, and Give commands you can teach these skills. This mental activity creates a dog eager to learn that in turn...

Are There More Aggressive Dogs Than There Used to Be?

A big part of being a trainer is education. Lots of education. For as much time as I'm driving to people's houses or teaching in class I'm also watching seminars, webinars, reading books, and attending conferences. Every once in awhile I stumble ...