For more information For training your wonderful Dog bit.ly For making the best Dog Food bit.ly ========================= Thank you FreeFoto.com for the use of your pictures Dachshund “The dachshund is a short-legged, elongated dog breed of the hound family. The breed’s name is German and literally means “badger dog,” from (der) Dachs, badger, and (der) Hund, dog. While classified as a hound in English speaking countries, some consider the classification to be in error, speculating that it arose from the fact that the German word hund is similar to the English word hound. In fact many dachshunds, especially the wire haired sub type, exhibit behavior and appearance that is far more similar to the terrier group of dogs. The standard size was developed to scent, chase, and flush badgers and other burrow-dwelling animals, while the miniature was to hunt rabbits. Due to the long, narrow build, they are sometimes referred to as a wiener dog. Not withstanding the German origin of the dachshund’s name, within German-speaking countries the breed is known—both formally and informally—as the Dackel or Teckel. History ———- Some have theorized that the early roots of the dachshund go back to Ancient Egypt, where engravings were made featuring short-legged hunting dogs. Recent discoveries by the American University in Cairo of mummified dachshund-like dogs from ancient Egyptian burial urns may lend credibility to this theory. But in its modern incarnation, the dachshund is a …
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These fabulous topiary frames will delight any green fingered dog lover! The sectional frames can be placed over a shrub (such as boxwood) that is rooted in the ground and allowed to grow up into the form. You then simply trim the plant to the shape of the form as it grows. Alternatively, you can fill the bottom of the frame with sphagnum moss and plant a climbing vine into the moss. Train the plant to grow into the upper portion of the frame and you’ll have a low maintenance, portable planted topiary form. These high quality Green Piece Topiary Frames have a double epoxy powder coating finish to inhibit rusting and are sectional for easy planting. Size: Approx. 13″ x 25″ x 6″ Also available as mossed frames. Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.
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These days, dogs are almost like children to most people. They are considered family more often than not. If you are the type of person that likes to bring their dog with them wherever you go, having dogs carrier is imperative. However, if you do not usually carry this type of carrier, the experience can leave you feeling frustrated. Also, choosing the right carrier for your dog is important and that is what we are going to outline in this article.
One of the first things that you need to consider when you are getting a carrier for your dog is where you are traveling and what are you traveling on. If you are going via train, it might be a different carrier versus if you are flying. This is something that you should research before you purchase your carrier for your dog.
The most important thing to do, no matter how you are getting to where you are going, is making sure that your dog is comfortable in his or her carrier. Many stores will let you try that out from the onset, before you buy. The first thing you want to do here is make sure that the carrier is roomy enough for your dog. In spite of any size restrictions, your pet has to be able to move around comfortable. The general rule is to have room to turn around fully.
Naturally, taking a dog carrier along with you in the car is probably the easiest way to travel with one. You do not have to worry about such stringent size constraints. You even have the option of simply stopping on your journey to give your dog food and water, plus of course you can stop for bathroom breaks. That will make the trip much more comfortable for your pet.
In a plane, it is naturally another story. The carriers for dogs you choose for this kind of travel actually depends on any restraints that the airport out of which you are flying has put into place. Thus it is always better to call ahead of time, long before you actually purchase a carrier. As well, sometimes smaller dogs will actually be able to be carried within the cabin, as long as they are carried within holders that meet with restrictions.
Now, the restrictions put into practice by airlines usually refer mainly to hard sided carriers. The reason smaller dogs are sometimes exempt is because sometimes they can be carried in dog carriers with soft sides. With hard sided carriers for larger dogs, they need to have a liner which absorbs, or you can insert a towel or blanket which will do the same.
It has to be said that some trains do not allow dogs to be carried, period, unless they are seeing eye dogs or something of that nature. So, again, you are going to want to call ahead of time to see if the train you are taking allows dogs to be carried. If not, you may want to change your travel plans. You may also have to make other arrangements for the care of your pet.
You have to be comfortable with the transport dogs you choose as well, especially when you are carrying a small dog. After all, you are going to be the one toting it around!
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Crate training has been around for quite some time, but there are people who still do not understand the importance of crate training in the successful house training of a dog.
Crate training is an integral part of basic puppy training, and knowing exactly how to carte train is very important.
Crate training without knowing what to do is just as good as not crate training at all. In fact, if a puppy is crate trained the wrong way, there would be no advantages gained, the puppy would not have learned or been taught anything good and the puppy may have been given a bad habit or two on the other hand.
Crate training is not something we do on reflex, gut feelings or intuition. It has its set advantages if done the proper way. There is a specific purpose in crate training, and to gain those ends carte training has to be done properly.
The basic and most important part of crate training is the size of the crate. The size of the crate used has to be directly proportionate to the size of the dog.
The uppermost need for crate training is to prevent the dog from peeing in the house, or in places he is not supposed to pee in.
By nature and basic instinct a dog will not lie down or sleep in its own urine or faeces. It will never pee or make its business in a place it has to lie down in. A dog is confined in a crate to prevent it from doing these things inside the house. While confined in a crate of proper size a dog will restrain itself from urinating or moving its bowels.
To achieve this, the crate has to be big enough for the dog to make a full circle while standing. It should be just a few inches longer than the body of the dog from the tip of the nose to the end of the rear rump, and a few inches taller than the standing height of the dog,
The crate should be big enough for the dog to stand up without bumping its head on the top, and spin around without any part of its body touching the sides of the crate, BUT no bigger. If for example, a large crate is used for a small dog, it would pee at one end and sleep at the other.
What to put in the crate and when not to confine the dog in the crate is another very important part of crate training.
Apart from its chew toys nothing else should be in the crate with the dog. No food or water should be placed in a crate.
It is important not to confine a puppy in a crate for lengthy periods at a time.
The dog should not be sent to the crate or confined in it because it has done something wrong. The crate should not be used to punish the dog. If we use the crate to punish the dog, it is going to distrust the crate and become anxious about it
The dog should regard the crate as a place of safety and security, for it to be happy in it while it is alone and its owners are away from the house.
Crate training also involves us knowing how and when to release the dog from the crate
A dog has to be released from the crate periodically in an area where it can relieve itself.
The dog will relieve itself immediately it is let out from the crate. Praising and rewarding the dog reinforces with the dog that it cannot pee nor do its business inside the house.
The type of crate is another important aspect of crate training.Most all crates are steel wire cages. There should be no rough or sharp edges anywhere in the crate.
The puppy is likely to get stressed confined for the first time and may attempt to escape. In attempting to do so it should not scratch, cut or hurt itself on the crate.
Crate train your puppy properly and you will have it house broken in no time fulfilling your task of basic puppy training.
To learn more about crate training your puppy please visit www.basicpuppytraining.net
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We don’t all use the same methods when it comes to house training puppies. What works well for one dog may not work at all for a different dog. So whatever it is that you are trying to train your dog on, if you find that it is not working well over a period of time then you may want to move on to another method of training. Do this to assure you receive the greatest benefit out of training your dog.
Every person will tell you a different answer about how to house train a dog. Whatever training method you use should start with a few widely used techniques. This is because they have been proven to work in most cases. More in likely you will have no problems but if you do, you can always move onto something else. If you don’t have the time to give your dog your undivided attention, then it’s not the time to get a dog.
If the dog must be instructed to use the restroom outdoors rather than indoors, utilize crate training methods. There is nothing harmful about this method of training as long as you are getting a crate of the right size, cleaning it, and making sure it is safe. There are some individuals that believe crate training is not how to go about house training your dog. Many do not realize that a dog’s natural comfort zone is within a den much like their ancestors.
A few guidelines can help you train your dog to avoid biting. Above all, do not ever hit your dog. Do not slap or hit your dog as those are ineffective in house training a dog. Be cautious because aggression just encourages more aggression. In addition, be certain that you avoid rough play like tug of war that promotes biting and growling behavior in your dog.
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You will soon realize that punishing a dog to train it is easy. Your pet will do anything to please you and that is what they strive for daily. You need to use your voice efffectively, both in tone and volume, for your dog to understand its misbehavior. The dog will understand. A healthy life has food, water and sleep, never physical punishment.
Even though there can be an overwhelming amount of advice for house training dogs, it is a nice starting place. Begin training your dog right away because there is never time to waste. Remember that each dog learns at different speeds, just like babies. Treat your dog with the same level of patience and tenderness you would show your child, and you will find that dog training will be less stressful for you and your pet. After a while of house training your dog, you will be able to help others.
Learn more about how to House Train Dog here.
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