Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Symptoms of Canine Cushing's Syndrome

Learning how to spot the symptoms of canine Cushing's Syndrome could save your dog's life. In this article we will identify some of the common warning symptoms to look out for (and don't forget, you can get more information on Cushing's in dogs by accessing this free report (Cushing's Disease in Dogs).

Canine Cushing’s syndrome is a chronic (lifelong) illness that can affect any dog (yes, even YOUR dog). If left untreated it can rapidly and severely affect your dog’s quality of life and can lead to a range of more severe health problems and in certain cases, it can cause death.

Symptoms of Canine Cushing's Syndrome

Learning how to spot the symptoms of canine Cushing's Syndrome could save your dog's life. In this article we will identify some of the common warning symptoms to look out for (and don't forget, you can get more information on Cushing's in dogs by accessing this free report (Cushing's Disease in Dogs).

Canine Cushing’s syndrome is a chronic (lifelong) illness that can affect any dog (yes, even YOUR dog). If left untreated it can rapidly and severely affect your dog’s quality of life and can lead to a range of more severe health problems and in certain cases, it can cause death.

Monday, December 13, 2010

Churchill Cautions Dog Owners Over Festive Dangers

Pine needles, glass decorations, left over food and an abundance of chocolate - this might sound like your average family Christmas but for dogs and their owners it can be an extremely hazardous environment. A survey carried out by Churchill Pet Insurance and dog rehoming website Dogsblog.com has revealed Christmas to be a hazardous time of year for dogs and their owners. With alcohol, bad weather, crowded homes and Christmas decorations contributing most to the problem.

Almost half of all dog owners admitted over-feeding their dog during the festive season. Normal table scraps, that are fine in moderation, soon mount up over Christmas and Boxing Day and dogs are often the grateful recipients of the overspill, but DogsBlog.com founder Ryan O'Meara warns against giving your dog anything extra from the table.

Churchill Cautions Dog Owners Over Festive Dangers

Pine needles, glass decorations, left over food and an abundance of chocolate - this might sound like your average family Christmas but for dogs and their owners it can be an extremely hazardous environment. A survey carried out by Churchill Pet Insurance and dog rehoming website Dogsblog.com has revealed Christmas to be a hazardous time of year for dogs and their owners. With alcohol, bad weather, crowded homes and Christmas decorations contributing most to the problem.

Almost half of all dog owners admitted over-feeding their dog during the festive season. Normal table scraps, that are fine in moderation, soon mount up over Christmas and Boxing Day and dogs are often the grateful recipients of the overspill, but DogsBlog.com founder Ryan O'Meara warns against giving your dog anything extra from the table.

Friday, December 10, 2010

79% Of Dog Owners Chose Artificial Christmas Trees

79% Of Dog Owners Turn To Artificial Trees To Prevent Injuries

The word Christmas brings up a host of emotions and picture memories – presents, an abundance of chocolate, left over food, the perfect tree. This might sound like your average family Christmas but for dogs and their owners it can be an extremely hazardous environment.

A recent survey carried out by Churchill Pet Insurance and dog rehoming website DogsBlog.com has revealed Christmas has led to more than 79% of dog owners admitting they now prefer to put up a fake tree to avoid potential dangers for their dogs.

79% Of Dog Owners Chose Artificial Christmas Trees

79% Of Dog Owners Turn To Artificial Trees To Prevent Injuries

The word Christmas brings up a host of emotions and picture memories – presents, an abundance of chocolate, left over food, the perfect tree. This might sound like your average family Christmas but for dogs and their owners it can be an extremely hazardous environment.

A recent survey carried out by Churchill Pet Insurance and dog rehoming website DogsBlog.com has revealed Christmas has led to more than 79% of dog owners admitting they now prefer to put up a fake tree to avoid potential dangers for their dogs.

Saturday, December 4, 2010

Dog Agility Introduction

1. Open Tunnel: Use one barrel or tunnel at first, then add two or three more as the puppy learns to move through them. Have a friend pick your puppy up and gently put him in the tunnel while you reach through the other end and coax him to you with a bit of bait or his ball. He will quickly learn to run through it on his own.

2. Closed Tunnel: Begin as you did with the open tunnel, but hold a sheet up at the end of the tunnel the first couple of times the puppy is sent through. As he reaches you the third or fourth time, let the sheet down. Each time, let the sheet down sooner until he can run through and push the sheet up by himself. Be sure to make sure he is secure each step of the way. Do not let the sheet get tangled around him.

3. The “A-Frame” Game: Put two leashes on the puppy. Get on one side of him and have a friend on the other. Use a piece of food and slowly coax him up and down the A-frame. Most puppies want to go over too fast, so be careful. A person on each side helps ensure that he goes up the middle.

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