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How to Clicker Train your Puppy
Clicker training is one of the most popular methods of training. It can be used to encourage desired behavior with “positive reinforcement”. It is primarily used with dogs but can also be used to train cats, horses, mice, birds and many other animals. The first step in clicker training is to associate the clicking sound […]
Read MoreGDV/Bloat in Dogs
Gastric dilation is a condition in which the stomach fills with gas and/or food and cannot escape. It may or may not be accompanied with the torsion(twisting) of the stomach in the abdomen. This condition has a very fast speed of progression so it is important to be able to recognize it and seek veterinary […]
Read MoreHistory of the Saint Bernard
Since the early 18th century monks living in the St. Bernard pass kept these dogs to help them on rescue missions after bad snowstorms. The St. Bernard pass is snowy and dangerous route through the Alps between Italy and Switzerland. In 200 years approximately 2,000 people have been rescued because of this breeds uncanny sense […]
Read MoreNational Unchain a Dog Month
There are many reasons why chaining a dog outside can be considered inhumane. The condition of most tethered dogs is poor. They can suffer from sores and rawness around their neck, either as a result from poorly fitted collars or straining and yanking in an attempt to escape. There are psychological issues that can develop […]
Read MoreTooth Fractures
Fractured teeth are one of the most common dental problems we see in veterinary medicine. They can be caused by a number of things; chewing on toys, playing with other dogs and trauma. These fracture can cause discomfort/pain, anorexia and change in mood and should be treated right away. Tooth fractures are classified into two […]
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