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Feb
04
Filed Under (Music) by dog
whiteyone asked:
The new music video for Red Fang’s “Prehistoric Dog” Directed by Whitey McConnaughy.
HEATH
Feb
04
Filed Under (Dogs) by dog
danielle5247 asked:
My dog used to eat purina one but now we use wellness cuz its the best. What is your dogs favorite food and why?
MIKE
My dog used to eat purina one but now we use wellness cuz its the best. What is your dogs favorite food and why?
MIKE
Jan
16
Filed Under (Music) by dog
ledzep17395 asked:
Black Dog 1973 Live from the Led Zeppelin DVD
MAC
Jan
13
Dennis Fisher asked:
Guard dogs: Can a German Shepherd be a good guard dog and also be good with small children?
By Dennis Fisher
People thinking about getting a guard dog for their home often ask me this question: “Can a German Shepherd be a good guard dog and also be good with small children?
Before answering the question I want to know more about the home in which the German Shepherd is going to live, so I reply by asking this question::
“Do you intend keeping the dog confined in your back yard, or will the dog be a house dog and companion for your children?”
I then tell them:
“If your main reason for wanting to get a dog is guard your property and the dog is not going to be a house dog, then perhaps the German Shepherd Dog is not the right dog for you.”
I go on to explain that I have been breeding German Shepherds for more than 40 years and although my dogs are all excellent guard dogs, I have never ever experienced any problems with my dogs displaying aggression towards children. The reason for this is because all my dogs, over the years, have been brought up with small children. First with my own children and now with my grandchildren.
A German Shepherd is a remarkably intelligent, sensitive animal that thrives on human companionship, love and attention. If the dog is left on its own and its main purpose is to guard the home, the dog will do this job satisfactorily. But the animal will never develop its full potential. In fact there is a distinct danger that the dog might become vicious. There is also a possibility that the dog may not be good with children.
A German Shepherd, brought up with the family and with children that has some basic obedience training, can prove to be completely reliable with children and trustworthy in every way. It can also be a dependable guard and protection dog - an excellent dual purpose dog.
In recent times, with the huge increase of housebreaking, theft and violent crimes, it has become more and more necessary to have a reliable guard dog at your home. A well-bred German Shepherd Dog, with a strong protective instinct, can prove to be an exceptionally good guard as well as a delightful companion for your children.
If you want a dog that will be a companion for your children and also a good guard dog,there are some important points you must consider before getting a German Shepherd Dog.
These are questions you must ask yourself:
•1. Will your dog be brought up in the family and play with the children?
•2. Are you prepared to take your dog for basic obedience training?
•3. Have you seen both parents of the pup you intend buying?
•4. Are you satisfied both parents have sound, stable temperaments?
•5. Does at least one of the parents - either the Sire or Dam - show signs of having a strong protective instinct?
This last question is very important. It is an unfortunate fact that many German Shepherd Dogs being bred today lack the strong protective instinct that was once a very marked feature of most German Shepherd Dogs. This applies to many top winning show dogs.
If you definitely need a good guard dog, in addition to one that is excellent with your children, there is no point in getting a sweet-natured, very friendly dog that is going to welcome every intruder like a long lost friend.
A good, well-bred German Shepherd Dog can provide you with the best of both worlds - an excellent guard dog and one that is also good with your children. It doesn’t necessarily have to come from show-winning stock, as long as it is well-bred and comes from parents with sound temperaments. .
Before you buy your German Shepherd Dog pup try and find out as much as you can about the temperament of the pup’s Sire and Dam. If at all possible, find out what you can about their pedigree and bloodlines. There are many knowledgeable German Shepherd Dog breeders who will be only too willing to provide you with the information you need.
You will find also find a great deal of useful training information and helpful advice about German Shepherds on the following website http://www.freedogadvice.com
.
People often approach me for advice about German Shepherds because they know I have been breeding German Shepherds for more than 40 years. My dogs are all obedience trained and are also exceptionally good guard dogs. They are completely trustworthy with children, because they have be brought up with children I can truthfully say that I have never ever had any unpleasant experiences with my dogs and my children, grand-children or children of friends who come to visit.
CURT
Guard dogs: Can a German Shepherd be a good guard dog and also be good with small children?
By Dennis Fisher
People thinking about getting a guard dog for their home often ask me this question: “Can a German Shepherd be a good guard dog and also be good with small children?
Before answering the question I want to know more about the home in which the German Shepherd is going to live, so I reply by asking this question::
“Do you intend keeping the dog confined in your back yard, or will the dog be a house dog and companion for your children?”
I then tell them:
“If your main reason for wanting to get a dog is guard your property and the dog is not going to be a house dog, then perhaps the German Shepherd Dog is not the right dog for you.”
I go on to explain that I have been breeding German Shepherds for more than 40 years and although my dogs are all excellent guard dogs, I have never ever experienced any problems with my dogs displaying aggression towards children. The reason for this is because all my dogs, over the years, have been brought up with small children. First with my own children and now with my grandchildren.
A German Shepherd is a remarkably intelligent, sensitive animal that thrives on human companionship, love and attention. If the dog is left on its own and its main purpose is to guard the home, the dog will do this job satisfactorily. But the animal will never develop its full potential. In fact there is a distinct danger that the dog might become vicious. There is also a possibility that the dog may not be good with children.
A German Shepherd, brought up with the family and with children that has some basic obedience training, can prove to be completely reliable with children and trustworthy in every way. It can also be a dependable guard and protection dog - an excellent dual purpose dog.
In recent times, with the huge increase of housebreaking, theft and violent crimes, it has become more and more necessary to have a reliable guard dog at your home. A well-bred German Shepherd Dog, with a strong protective instinct, can prove to be an exceptionally good guard as well as a delightful companion for your children.
If you want a dog that will be a companion for your children and also a good guard dog,there are some important points you must consider before getting a German Shepherd Dog.
These are questions you must ask yourself:
•1. Will your dog be brought up in the family and play with the children?
•2. Are you prepared to take your dog for basic obedience training?
•3. Have you seen both parents of the pup you intend buying?
•4. Are you satisfied both parents have sound, stable temperaments?
•5. Does at least one of the parents - either the Sire or Dam - show signs of having a strong protective instinct?
This last question is very important. It is an unfortunate fact that many German Shepherd Dogs being bred today lack the strong protective instinct that was once a very marked feature of most German Shepherd Dogs. This applies to many top winning show dogs.
If you definitely need a good guard dog, in addition to one that is excellent with your children, there is no point in getting a sweet-natured, very friendly dog that is going to welcome every intruder like a long lost friend.
A good, well-bred German Shepherd Dog can provide you with the best of both worlds - an excellent guard dog and one that is also good with your children. It doesn’t necessarily have to come from show-winning stock, as long as it is well-bred and comes from parents with sound temperaments. .
Before you buy your German Shepherd Dog pup try and find out as much as you can about the temperament of the pup’s Sire and Dam. If at all possible, find out what you can about their pedigree and bloodlines. There are many knowledgeable German Shepherd Dog breeders who will be only too willing to provide you with the information you need.
You will find also find a great deal of useful training information and helpful advice about German Shepherds on the following website http://www.freedogadvice.com
.
People often approach me for advice about German Shepherds because they know I have been breeding German Shepherds for more than 40 years. My dogs are all obedience trained and are also exceptionally good guard dogs. They are completely trustworthy with children, because they have be brought up with children I can truthfully say that I have never ever had any unpleasant experiences with my dogs and my children, grand-children or children of friends who come to visit.
CURT
Jan
12
generic asked:
My poodle/doxin growls each time my other dogs goes near him when it has a toy or object in it’s possesion. I have been trying to train my dogs using the “dog whisperer” style. By not reacting and yelling, but by using a stearn “ssh” sound. But it has not been working. Especially when he goes into his cage where he is in his “safety zone”. I even try saying NO and if I try to take the object away, he gets even more aggressive. What techniques should I try or do?
I have 2 other male dogs, which make the growling a little more tense and I take the toys(such as rawhides) away because it causes the dog I am talking about to growl and bark which causes the other male dogs to react and sometimes growl and bark and sometimes bite back. He doesn’t growl all the time, only when I am too close.
STANLEY
My poodle/doxin growls each time my other dogs goes near him when it has a toy or object in it’s possesion. I have been trying to train my dogs using the “dog whisperer” style. By not reacting and yelling, but by using a stearn “ssh” sound. But it has not been working. Especially when he goes into his cage where he is in his “safety zone”. I even try saying NO and if I try to take the object away, he gets even more aggressive. What techniques should I try or do?
I have 2 other male dogs, which make the growling a little more tense and I take the toys(such as rawhides) away because it causes the dog I am talking about to growl and bark which causes the other male dogs to react and sometimes growl and bark and sometimes bite back. He doesn’t growl all the time, only when I am too close.
STANLEY
Jan
11
Filed Under (Pets) by dog
Dennis Fisher asked:
9 effective ways to stop a dog barking and avoid problems with a neighbor.
By Dennis Fisher.
A dog that keeps on continually barking – especially at night - is a tremendous nuisance and a source of problems with your neighbor. Your neighbor could even be a dog lover but a dog bark that goes on and on can upset even the mildest mannered person.
At one time I was training director of an all breeds training school. A new member of my Club, who had just joined the class, explained that the reason why she had joined the obedience training school was because she had been obliged to get rid of her previous dog – that she loved dearly - because of the complaints of her neighbor, who had objected to the dogs incessant barking at night.
I told her that it was a great pity she had not started the obedience training before and come to training with the previous dog, because unnecessary barking can be avoided with the correct training.
The same principle applies to dog training problems as with any problems,
One has to look at the situation logically. First of all determine why has the problems arisen in the first place? Secondly what effective measure can be taken to solve the problem.
Why do dogs bark? Dogs have an inherent guarding instinct and the reason why they bark is because they are warning you of intruders. Obviously you will have no objection to the dog barking for this reason, so it is important to identify the nature of the bark.
With the little bit of training and observing your dog closely you can tell from the sound of the bark, whether it is an unnecessary bark or whether there is a good reason for the barking.
In the case of incessant barking we are obviously not talking about this type of barking. Why do some dogs bark incessantly without any apparent reason? A very common reason is because they are bored and lonely. The dog is a pack animal and craves company. If you only have one dog, it is highly likely that this could be the reason.
How do you cope with this situation?
Here are nine ways that have worked for many dog owners who have to deal with angry neighbors who complained about their dog barking.
(1) Get another dog as a companion for your dog. If your dog is a large dog, you can get a small dog, preferably a small spayed *****. They will soon become excellent companions.
(2) Another solutions is to get a toy for the dog. Dogs love their own special toys. Choose something very durably like a kong that cannot be damaged. During the day make a point of playing with the dog to get rid of excess energy.
(3)Also make sure that your dog has it’s own special space to sleep where it can be comfortable and feel secure. Stress is far more common with dogs than people realize. A dog needs to have it’s own area of security as much as humans.
(4) Obedience Training is absolutely essential with all dogs. A training school is an ideal place to train your dog because of the opportunities for socialization. The socialization should begin early. Not only with this prevent aggression with other dogs as the dog grows older, it will also result in a more balanced temperament.
(5)If it’s not convenient to join a training class, this should still not prevent you from socializing your dog by taking it for a walk in public place.
(6) If you hear your dog barking incessantly at night, first of all establish from the sound of the bark whether the animal is warning you of danger or whether it is just barking with no apparent reason.
(7)If the dog has had some obedience training, you can go and correct the dog with a firm “No!” in the same way as you did in obedience classes when you had to correct the dog unsatisfactory behavior.
(8) If you have never had any obedience classes this make the situation a little difficult. Don’t shout your correction from inside the house, because this has the effect of giving the dog the attention it wants. Establish your own training schedule. Use a command that the dog understands when it does something that is not acceptable to you.
(9)Although you may be tempted to bring the dog inside, especially if the barking continues at night, DO NOT DO THIS. Try and resist the temptation. The dog will obviously bark to attract this type of action from you.
You are invited to visit the following site for a great deal of useful information about dog training: http://www.freedogadvice.com
BRANDEN
9 effective ways to stop a dog barking and avoid problems with a neighbor.
By Dennis Fisher.
A dog that keeps on continually barking – especially at night - is a tremendous nuisance and a source of problems with your neighbor. Your neighbor could even be a dog lover but a dog bark that goes on and on can upset even the mildest mannered person.
At one time I was training director of an all breeds training school. A new member of my Club, who had just joined the class, explained that the reason why she had joined the obedience training school was because she had been obliged to get rid of her previous dog – that she loved dearly - because of the complaints of her neighbor, who had objected to the dogs incessant barking at night.
I told her that it was a great pity she had not started the obedience training before and come to training with the previous dog, because unnecessary barking can be avoided with the correct training.
The same principle applies to dog training problems as with any problems,
One has to look at the situation logically. First of all determine why has the problems arisen in the first place? Secondly what effective measure can be taken to solve the problem.
Why do dogs bark? Dogs have an inherent guarding instinct and the reason why they bark is because they are warning you of intruders. Obviously you will have no objection to the dog barking for this reason, so it is important to identify the nature of the bark.
With the little bit of training and observing your dog closely you can tell from the sound of the bark, whether it is an unnecessary bark or whether there is a good reason for the barking.
In the case of incessant barking we are obviously not talking about this type of barking. Why do some dogs bark incessantly without any apparent reason? A very common reason is because they are bored and lonely. The dog is a pack animal and craves company. If you only have one dog, it is highly likely that this could be the reason.
How do you cope with this situation?
Here are nine ways that have worked for many dog owners who have to deal with angry neighbors who complained about their dog barking.
(1) Get another dog as a companion for your dog. If your dog is a large dog, you can get a small dog, preferably a small spayed *****. They will soon become excellent companions.
(2) Another solutions is to get a toy for the dog. Dogs love their own special toys. Choose something very durably like a kong that cannot be damaged. During the day make a point of playing with the dog to get rid of excess energy.
(3)Also make sure that your dog has it’s own special space to sleep where it can be comfortable and feel secure. Stress is far more common with dogs than people realize. A dog needs to have it’s own area of security as much as humans.
(4) Obedience Training is absolutely essential with all dogs. A training school is an ideal place to train your dog because of the opportunities for socialization. The socialization should begin early. Not only with this prevent aggression with other dogs as the dog grows older, it will also result in a more balanced temperament.
(5)If it’s not convenient to join a training class, this should still not prevent you from socializing your dog by taking it for a walk in public place.
(6) If you hear your dog barking incessantly at night, first of all establish from the sound of the bark whether the animal is warning you of danger or whether it is just barking with no apparent reason.
(7)If the dog has had some obedience training, you can go and correct the dog with a firm “No!” in the same way as you did in obedience classes when you had to correct the dog unsatisfactory behavior.
(8) If you have never had any obedience classes this make the situation a little difficult. Don’t shout your correction from inside the house, because this has the effect of giving the dog the attention it wants. Establish your own training schedule. Use a command that the dog understands when it does something that is not acceptable to you.
(9)Although you may be tempted to bring the dog inside, especially if the barking continues at night, DO NOT DO THIS. Try and resist the temptation. The dog will obviously bark to attract this type of action from you.
You are invited to visit the following site for a great deal of useful information about dog training: http://www.freedogadvice.com
BRANDEN
Jan
09
Filed Under (Dogs) by dog
Tiffany asked:
If the potential owner has experience with training/handling some dominant dogs, what would be a good medium - large size breed for his first dog?
If the potential owner has experience with training/handling some dominant dogs, what would be a good medium - large size breed for his first dog?
Please do not say Golden/Lab Retriever. I know they’re great dogs, but I would like to hear some other ideas.
RODOLFO
Jan
05
Filed Under (Dogs) by dog
jen asked:
I have been hearing all this bad stuff about dog food brands that i thought were good for your dog ,iams,purina ol roy, kibbles n bits, ect…. if this food is bad for my dog , what should i be feeding her?
Just to let evryone know i just got done with my research and canidae in my oppion was the best dog food. It is all natural,and contains no by products,no corn, no wheat, and no preservitives.
THERON
I have been hearing all this bad stuff about dog food brands that i thought were good for your dog ,iams,purina ol roy, kibbles n bits, ect…. if this food is bad for my dog , what should i be feeding her?
Just to let evryone know i just got done with my research and canidae in my oppion was the best dog food. It is all natural,and contains no by products,no corn, no wheat, and no preservitives.
THERON
Jan
05
Filed Under (Pets) by dog
Gerry Restrivera asked:
Dogs are man’s best friends. For sure you really love your dog to the extent that you want to nourish it and make sure it is really healthy and taking proper dog diet. Initially, you might think that making your dog gain more weight can be an indication that the animal is healthy. But on the contrary, obesity in dogs is also not an indication of good health.
Different dogs have different dietary needs. The breed, the age and the overall body weight are the contributing factors that influence the dog’s dietary needs. Be reminded that in truth, there is no single proper dog diet that can be considered as ideal in general for every dog.
One proper dog diet program for one dog could be good and ideal for a dog, but definitely not for another. Thus, if you have two dogs, each has its own dietary need, which would be significantly different compared to the others.
Tips on choosing a proper dog diet
A proper dog diet is also a must among dogs. That is why you should always strive to feed your dog with healthy food. Take note that feeding a healthy diet to a dog is not just all about giving the animal nutritious food. There are so many things you should also consider.
Here are some suggested ways on how you could effectively feed your dog with a proper dog diet:
- Ask the veterinarian about a reputable and ideal dog food brand. Do not just jump into the bandwagon and choose a dog food that is widely patronized in the market. Your vet knows a lot about nutrition facts and proper dog diet.
- If the vet makes a shortlist of recommended dog food brands, make sure you select the one that is of high quality. Consider your dog’s size, weight, activity, age and level before choosing the proper dog diet.
- Balance the dog proper diet by including dry food on his daily meals. Moist canned dog food must also be included because such food would certainly help maintain cleanliness of the dog’s teeth.
-Take note of the protein ratio of the dog food you are feeding your pet. Protein is very essential to the dog’s body. Ideally, protein in dog food should consist of about 20% to 30% of each dog meal. That would make up for the recommended protein intake of the dog.
- Do not overfeed your dog. Doing so on a regular basis could make your pet obese. Just like in people, obesity in dogs could also lead to several medical conditions, like musculoskeletal problems and abnormal growth.
- Feed proper dog diet just about twice each day. There are some dog breeds that need to be fed just once everyday. Make the dog’s meal time regularized during specific and consistent times of the day. Make sure the feed is also in a very and exactly measured amount.
- Do not ever feed your dog with table scraps in or under the table and while you or other people are eating. This would make an impression in the dog that begging for food from people who are eating at the table is acceptable. If you must feed your dog with scraps, put the food in his dog bowl after people have finished eating at the table.
It would not be very hard feeding your dog with proper dog diet. But always make sure that there is genuine caring and love every time you feed your dog.
Did you know that a home-made proper dog diet increases dog lifespan by up to 134%? Discover the step-by-step guide that makes your dog live a longer, healthier life, so you enjoy up to 8.3 more yrs. of happiness and companionship with your dog visit Dogs’ Corner
ALONSO
Dogs are man’s best friends. For sure you really love your dog to the extent that you want to nourish it and make sure it is really healthy and taking proper dog diet. Initially, you might think that making your dog gain more weight can be an indication that the animal is healthy. But on the contrary, obesity in dogs is also not an indication of good health.
Different dogs have different dietary needs. The breed, the age and the overall body weight are the contributing factors that influence the dog’s dietary needs. Be reminded that in truth, there is no single proper dog diet that can be considered as ideal in general for every dog.
One proper dog diet program for one dog could be good and ideal for a dog, but definitely not for another. Thus, if you have two dogs, each has its own dietary need, which would be significantly different compared to the others.
Tips on choosing a proper dog diet
A proper dog diet is also a must among dogs. That is why you should always strive to feed your dog with healthy food. Take note that feeding a healthy diet to a dog is not just all about giving the animal nutritious food. There are so many things you should also consider.
Here are some suggested ways on how you could effectively feed your dog with a proper dog diet:
- Ask the veterinarian about a reputable and ideal dog food brand. Do not just jump into the bandwagon and choose a dog food that is widely patronized in the market. Your vet knows a lot about nutrition facts and proper dog diet.
- If the vet makes a shortlist of recommended dog food brands, make sure you select the one that is of high quality. Consider your dog’s size, weight, activity, age and level before choosing the proper dog diet.
- Balance the dog proper diet by including dry food on his daily meals. Moist canned dog food must also be included because such food would certainly help maintain cleanliness of the dog’s teeth.
-Take note of the protein ratio of the dog food you are feeding your pet. Protein is very essential to the dog’s body. Ideally, protein in dog food should consist of about 20% to 30% of each dog meal. That would make up for the recommended protein intake of the dog.
- Do not overfeed your dog. Doing so on a regular basis could make your pet obese. Just like in people, obesity in dogs could also lead to several medical conditions, like musculoskeletal problems and abnormal growth.
- Feed proper dog diet just about twice each day. There are some dog breeds that need to be fed just once everyday. Make the dog’s meal time regularized during specific and consistent times of the day. Make sure the feed is also in a very and exactly measured amount.
- Do not ever feed your dog with table scraps in or under the table and while you or other people are eating. This would make an impression in the dog that begging for food from people who are eating at the table is acceptable. If you must feed your dog with scraps, put the food in his dog bowl after people have finished eating at the table.
It would not be very hard feeding your dog with proper dog diet. But always make sure that there is genuine caring and love every time you feed your dog.
Did you know that a home-made proper dog diet increases dog lifespan by up to 134%? Discover the step-by-step guide that makes your dog live a longer, healthier life, so you enjoy up to 8.3 more yrs. of happiness and companionship with your dog visit Dogs’ Corner
ALONSO
Jan
05
Filed Under (Animals) by dog
journeymanpictures asked:
Dec 2007 http://www.guardian.co.uk/news/guardianfilms+world/afghanistan The tradition of dog fighting thrives in Afghanistan’s capital. Having been banned under the Taliban, it is currently undergoing resurgence in popularity for the thousands of men looking for some form of entertainment and escapism from the constant war. “For us dog fighting is a celebration,” exclaims one of the fight organisers.
JONATHAN
