Do you feel you should take a dog training course? Well, who certifies dog trainers? Nobody, officially; this is an unregulated field. At this time, the only credible organization certifying trainers is the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI). NADOI has an extensive evaluation process, and only certifies experienced trainers. A NADOI certification is a definite feather in your cap, but that option isn’t available to new instructors.
At this time, NADOI and the APDT are the only organizations recognized by professional trainers and veterinarians.
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Feb 28, 2008 | | Dog Supply
Basic obedience training is essential for every dog as they are the foundation to a well-behave dog. There are 5 basic obedience commands that every dog should know namely:
Sit – Your dog’s hip should be on the ground while his shoulder stays upright.
Down – Your dog should lied down on the ground and keep still. Read the rest of this entry »
Feb 28, 2008 | | Dog Training
These days, dogs dying and getting sick mysteriously are becoming more and more common than ever before. Veterinarians cannot explain how and why a healthy dog could just suddenly becomes sick and then fall prey to diseases like kidney problems and skin problems.
What most dog owners do not know is that a very real culprit is the food that their pets eat. This is where ebooks such as The Dog Food Secrets come in to play. Pet owners should become more informed regarding (and interestingly) the dirty web of lies involving commercial dog food companies. These lies result in the death and sickness of many of our beloved pets. All in the name of profits.
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Feb 25, 2008 | | Dog Articles
Apparently every dog owner wants a trained and intelligent dog that looks cute and adorable especially when performing a command. Though dogs are intelligent animals, they can not figure out basic obedience thus training them especially when they are still puppy is still needed. Read the rest of this entry »
Feb 25, 2008 | | Dog Training, Dog Training Basics
Hunting along with a dog is a rather controversial sport these days and there are some dogs better at it than other, some dogs are better “at” a specific type of hunting than others, that is why hunting with a dog is a popular sport among hunting enthusiasts. Read the rest of this entry »
Feb 25, 2008 | | Dog Names, Dog News, Other Dog, Pet
Man’s Best Friend
Man’s best friend your dog , and you, can go camping and have lots of fun.
Look at it as a walk that doesn’t end, during which he gets to spend all his time with you. For us campers, it can give us another means of security and another way of bonding. Read the rest of this entry »
Feb 25, 2008 | | Other Dog, Pet
One way of helping your Labrador dog live a healthy and happy life is through neutering or spaying. In the United States alone, there are more or less 70,000 puppies and kittens being born daily. If having a single dog as pet also means costly foods, veterinary bills, endless list of supplies and so much responsibility, Read the rest of this entry »
Feb 25, 2008 | | Dog Names
Have you ever wondered what exactly is up with dog training? This informative report can give you an insight into everything
you’ve ever wanted to know about dog training.
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Feb 23, 2008 | | Dog Articles
There are many different styles of dog training, and finding the one that works best for you is important for creating a dog that is a talented, loyal and faithful member of the family. All successful methods of dog training work to reinforce the relationship between dog and handler, and the foundation of any successful training program is getting the respect of the dog. Fortunately, dogs are wired by nature to seek out leaders, and to follow the direction of those leaders.
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Feb 23, 2008 | | Dog Articles, Dog Training, Dog Training Basics, Other Dog, Pet
I found a rugged quartz crystal in our garden yesterday and brought it to my writing table, to gaze at its beauty and reveal its mystery as I write, like gazing into a crystal ball.
The five crystals in the center of it are perfect, in their own wild way, like the days I spent in total conflict with myself, with society and the world.
It brings to mind one of my favorite Alphia stories, my golden German Shepard Collie of the 1960’s, the pre-Funk commune years, occurring several months after the communal caravan arrived in San Francisco.
We found our large Victorian house after several weeks of illegal camping around the jagged Pacific shore hideaways and in the many untamed parks for which the city is famous.
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Feb 18, 2008 | | Working Dogs
