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The Necessity of Keeping Your Dog Fed Right This Winter

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Just like humans, dogs too put on 'winter weight'. The combination of not being able to go outside as often due to bad weather conditions, more treats (especially with the holidays) and the fact that ...

Three Natural Ways to Get Rid of Dog Tartar

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Tartar in dogs is an extremely common problem. It's caused by a build-up of plaque on the teeth, which then hardens and turns to tartar. Although common, it is not desirable; too much tartar leads ...

A Thanksgiving Reminder of What is Safe for Your Dog

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

It is once again Thanksgiving dinner. The whole family is gathered around the table, extra chairs had to be found for those relatives who just let you know thirty minutes ago that they were coming, ...

Foods That Can and Will Make Your Dog Ill

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

We read about them enough, so by now we have a fairly good idea of some foods to keep away from Tonka, your little canine friend. Chocolate and coffee should be easy to remember and ...

Exercise, Obedience, Then Love: The Way To A Good Canine Citizen

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

The routine is the same every day: you come home from work or from the store, and Earl, your Tibetan Mastiff, comes to greet you. You lavish affection on him for just being there – ...

Puppy-proofing Your Home

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Finally, after months of discussion and planning, your family and you have decided to bring home a puppy. You have already picked out his name; he will be called Jaco. This is all well and ...

Raising Dogs Who are Siblings Can Mean Trouble

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

We live in a fast paced world. Waiting thirty seconds for a web page to load, or three minutes for your coffee to brew can seem like an eternity - there are always multiple tasks ...

Re-Homing Your Dog: Is it Really Necessary and Can it Be Avoided?

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

This may be a difficult article to read, as it addresses a subject people dislike discussing. It is this very reason why it is necessary to read this article before you considering re-homing your dog. ...

Fostering Rescued Animals – A Growing Trend Right in Your Neighborhood

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Foster parents are often people of great strength, caring and sacrifice who understand the need for temporary havens while permanent homes are being found. Perhaps you know a child or two in the foster system. ...

Dogs With Disabilities

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

You may have seen them rolling down the sidewalk on two wheels and two paws – a dog with a disability. If you looked close enough as dog and owner passed, you probably noticed one ...

Commanding Your Fear of Dogs to Heel

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Cynophobia is the clinical term for an irrational fear of dogs and it is not a pleasant feeling to experience. Imagine being a mother of a two-year old child and you are walking in the ...

How I Prepare For Disasters With My French Bulldog

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Disasters - No one likes hearing about them and no one likes to think about them happening in his or her area. Hate them though we do, disasters must be prepared for. They are an ...

Owner's Side and Dog's Side Of Training English Bulldogs

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Although it is difficult to fathom, that adorable little, wrinkled English Bulldog puppy you just brought home will one day be 50 pounds and capable of powerful strength. Is that when you will start teaching ...

Halloween Pet Safety Tips

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

It is that time of year again. Adults and children alike wait in anticipation for Halloween. They are buying up their costumes, pumpkins, decorations and of course, candy. And during this time of year, most ...

Would You Like Kibble With That Whine? Solutions For Whining In Your Puppy

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

We've all fallen victim to it. It is more weakening than kryptonite. Yes, I am of course talking about The Whine. All puppies do it and it tugs at our heartstrings, but if we do ...

Fence-Jumping In Dogs, And How To Prevent It

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Mr. Moto, your Akita, was just at the screen door a minute ago, and now where is he? You look up, just in time to see his fluffy tail disappear over your 9-foot tall fence. ...

Dealing With Submissive/Excited Urination In Your Dog

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

You can see it now: your aunt has just let Zeke out of the house, her little Bichon Frisé, and he welcomes you by forming his customary Pee Circle. In his excitement, he scatters his ...

Dealing With Separation Anxiety In Your Dog

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

Little Maxine follows you from room to room and calls for you when she can't see you, even when you're in the shower. You go to pick up your keys and she howls and goes ...

Alternative Potty Training Solutions For Your English Bulldog

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

One the most difficult aspects of owning a dog is housebreaking him or her -- teaching Johnny not to treat the house as his personal toilet. For most people this is relatively easy, since they ...

Obedience Training for the French Bulldog

By Ron Ayalon · 13 years ago

So you have decided that a small French Bulldog is for you. And why not? They make great companions on the go and at home. In addition, they do well in an apartment or a ...